What a wonderful organization. The tour was great. We got to see all the horses there and the stories behind them. We learned about the history of the rescue. Our family really enjoyed it. Thank you!
On Friday I took a tour of SWFHR and was very impressed with the way the Horses were cared for. They all looked so healthy and had so much room to roam and be free. I heard each horses story and what they had been through, how their ailments are being treated which honestly, warmed my heart.
They are in need of volunteers and I'm considering doing so as I love being around horses. This is a rescue everyone should visit.
Reply from SWFHR
Thank you, Denise, happy to hear you enjoyed your tour and we look forward to welcoming you to the SWFHR family. š
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A friend and I did the tour and Sue, our tour guide was wonderful and seeing the horses and hearing their stories was very moving. I highly recommend going, and making a donation.
Reply from SWFHR
2025.04.14
Thank you for your honest review of your experience with us, Jean. We hope to see you again someday.
This horse rescue does an amazing job at bringing life back to the neglected horses who are brought here from rescued situations. They provide a wonderful home with clean paddocks, plentiful food, shelter and the volunteers, well you cannot say enough about them. If you have a few dollars to spare throw it their way, it will not be wasted.
My husband and I visited on February 11, 2026 and were excited to see how beautifully managed SWFHR is. Take a tour and watch those who truly love these animals work their magic. You will not be disappointed.
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2026.02.12
Thank you, Pamela. We pride ourselves on giving these horses the best of the best, and our volunteers are nothing short of amazing. Happy to hear you and your husband had a nice visit.
Impressive care and dedication
The facility exceeded our expectations with its well-kept grounds and the evident care given to the horses by dedicated volunteers. Both my husband and I were thoroughly impressed. We have already recommended it to our daughter, who is studying veterinary medicine and seeking meaningful volunteer opportunities. A truly remarkable place that combines compassion and commitment to horse welfare.
Date of experience: 26 January, 2026
Date of experience: 26 January, 2026
Reply from SWFHR
2026.02.13
Thank you, Barbara, for sharing your wonderful experience. We're thrilled to hear that our dedication resonated with you and your husband. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would warmly welcome your daughter to join our volunteer team.
Sue was an amazing tour guide and ambassador for SWFHR! We learned each horseās story and how they found a new home at SWFHR. The volunteers and staff do an incredible job supporting and caring for the horses. Thank you for allowing us to visit!
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2026.02.13
Carolyn, thank you for visiting and sharing your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed Sueās guidance and learning about the horses. Your support means a lot to us and the horses.
My husband and I took the tour of SWFHR with Sue as our guide. This is a charitable organization well worth supporting. It is clean, organized and efficiently run. The love and care given to these beautiful horses is incredible. We arrived at 8:00 a.m. and the volunteers were busy feeding, giving and applying medications where needed, grooming, cleaning stalls. We are so lucky to have a horse rescue of this caliber in southwest Florida.
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2026.01.14
Thank you, Sara, for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled you noticed the dedication and care our team of volunteers gives to the horses. Your support and kind words mean so much to the horses and us.
I went for the volunteer tour this morning (4 Jan 26). Sue and Shonda were extremely welcoming and informative, and I delighted in meeting a few volunteers, as well as seeing the property and the horses, which are both well maintained. I am honored for the opportunity to become a volunteer and to do what I can for SWFHR.
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2026.01.06
Thank you, C Manus! We're thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your kind words about Sue, Shonda, and the facility. We're grateful to have dedicated individuals like you joining as volunteers to support our mission!
This facility is exceptionally well-maintained and true to its mission. I had the pleasure of touring with Chris and she was fantastic! Iām looking forward to volunteering and giving back to these magnificent animals. š“š©· very grateful!
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2026.01.06
Thank you, Kinsey! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour with Chris and appreciate your enthusiasm for volunteering. Your support means the world to the horses and our mission! š“š©· Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
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A Quality Rescue. Everything was clean and volunteers were seen attending to these wonderful animals, thanks for all that they do.
Reply from SWFHR
2025.12.10
Thank you, Angel! We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled you noticed the dedication of our volunteers. It means a lot to us that you recognize our efforts to care for these animals.
I had a volunteer tour of the SWFL Horse Rescue facility. Therese was very informative about the history of the volunteer and the horses in their care. You can tell from the volunteers working, the maintenance and condition of the facilities that the horses are all very well cared for. Iām excited to get back into my horse rescue volunteer work after my move to SWFL. If you are looking for a volunteer program and you have a love for horses, you must visit SWFL Horse Rescue in south Punta Gorda!
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2025.12.10
Thank you, Pam! We're glad you enjoyed your visit and felt inspired by the care and dedication at SWFHR. We look forward to welcoming you back as a volunteer and appreciate your passion for helping horses!
We really enjoyed getting to know the history on the horses and their road to recovery. They do a great job caring for the horses.
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2025.12.10
Thank you, Regina! We're so glad you enjoyed learning about the horses and their journey. It's wonderful to hear your appreciation for the care they receive!
Went to this rescue today for a volunteer tour and it was such an amazing experience. Our guide knew everything there was to know about each one of the horses. They keep the stables and the paddocks were kept clean. They were getting ready to help a horse that was having an issue with their hoove, the gentleness of the men taking care of this horse was so heart warming. The horses love to see their caregivers coming and that speaks volumes. The care provided at this facility is absolutely incredible. I have scheduled my orientation and cannot wait to be part of their volunteer team! I highly recommend taking the time to either tour or volunteer at this rescue! Me and my husband had the most amazing time!
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2026.01.06
Thank you, Alicia! We're thrilled you and your husband had such a meaningful experience. It's wonderful to hear about your upcoming orientationāwe canāt wait for you to join the team and make a difference alongside us!
Thank you for giving me and my family a wonderful tour! The volunteers are very knowledgeable and passionate about the rescued horses---you can see they have developed a real bond with them. My hope is more people will visit, participate in their events or donate to them financially or in kind---especially for much needed veterinary services---to provide continued good care. Some horses are adoptable, but many are sanctuary, which means every dime counts for their nutritional and medical necessities.
Reply from SWFHR
2026.01.06
Thank you, Aishia! We're thrilled you and your family enjoyed the tour. Your kind words and support mean so much. We truly appreciate your encouragement for others to visit and contribute to the horses' care.
Fantastic people with a real cause. I visited this place with my wife to see what it is they do and you cannot ask for anything more. Large animals like horses are sometimes overlooked. Nothing is more sad than a neglected horse. SWFHR takes in nurtures them back to health with loving care!