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GENTLE SPIRIT HORSES RESCUE

HELPING HORSES
in SOUTH DAKOTA

Gentle Spirit Horses is a rescue and sanctuary for horses based out of Scotland, South Dakota. Our mission is to provide assistance to neglected, abused and unwanted horses, and through outreach and education, promote responsible horse ownership.

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Gentle Spirit Horses is a rescue and sanctuary for horses based out of Scotland, South Dakota. Our mission is to provide assistance to neglected, abused and unwanted equines, and through outreach and education, promote responsible horse ownership.

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GSH is an all volunteer organization and we would love your help! Check out our volunteer page to see how you can help.

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We know that sometimes it is impossible to keep your horse, but you still want to keep it safe. We can help. Learn how and start the process.

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We stay busy at Gentle Spirit Horses! Find all our upcoming events here, from volunteer opportunities to fun days and fundraising events. 

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Latest Articles, Updates  & News

It's farrier weekend!

    31 August 2026
It's farrier weekend! Our farrier comes once a month and trims about half our herd. Have you considered volunteering but can't commit to a weekly time? Joining the farrier team is ...
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Adoption Updates

Eight of this year's Showdown horses have found homes!

    31 August 2026
Dove, Vincent, Forrest and Dice from the Showcase Division were adopted, along with Charlie from the Foundation Division and our donkey girls, Maysilee & Merrilee, who found ...
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Dakota Showdown

2026 DAKOTA SHOWDOWN RESULTS!

    31 August 2026
The ribbons have been handed out, the buckles awarded, and the horses are settling into whatever comes next. It's time to officially celebrate our 2026 Dakota Showdown teams! ...
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