New Zealand Horse Ambulance Trust

Our mission is to promote and protect equine welfare and to safeguard the wellbeing of New Zealand’s horses, by ensuring our response is of the highest standard.

OUR PURPOSE

The primary purpose of New Zealand Horse Ambulance Trust is to operate a national fleet of horse ambulances, equipped with support and recovery equipment to assist in the provision of critical care to horses injured while competing in equine sports.

Our experienced operators work closely with specialist equine vets to support an injured or unwell horse.

A purpose-built horse ambulance is on track at every thoroughbred race meeting and trial, and harness race meeting in NZ. 

WHAT WE OFFER

Our ambulances, designed and custom-built in Mosgiel, are a world class asset and highlight the importance of equine welfare for racing, sport and leisure horses and ponies.

We have ten units in operation around New Zealand, with six in the North Island and four in the South Island. The Trust relies on fundraising and sponsorship for its operations.

NEWS AND INSIGHTS

News & Insights
Merlin casts a $10,000 spell
Merlin casts a $10,000 spell

Merlin's magical win in the Ashburton Flying Stakes on Labour Day led to a welcome $10,000 windfall for the Trust.

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Sport horses to benefit from NZTR’s support of TiES
Sport horses to benefit from NZTR’s support of TiES

As part of their support of Thoroughbreds in Equestrian Sports (TiES) NZTR will enable the horse ambulance to be present for internationally ranked cross-country events and at the 2025 Horse of the Year show.

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Here for the Horse winter appeal
Here for the Horse winter appeal

The "Here for the Horse” campaign will run for the next few weeks, warming up winter racing.

“This campaign is about raising funds and awareness of our work in caring for the welfare and well-being of the equine athletes," said NZ Horse Ambulance Trust (NZHAT) Operations and Engagement Manager Jo Starr.

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DONATE TODAY

Any gift we receive supports our mission to nurture the deep connection between the equestrian community and our equine athletes, and promote care, compassion, and dignity for New Zealand’s horses.