Our animals will be placed into Minnesota homes that comply with the
following guidelines:
Adequate Food:
- Nutritious feed (hay/grain) in sufficient quality (wholesome, palatable
and
free from contamination such as feces, mold, mildew, insects, dust, etc.)
- Food shall be provided in sufficient quantity and be of adequate and
appropriate nutritive value.
- Diet shall be prepared with consideration for the age, breed/type,
condition, size, work level and quantity of equine(s).
- Equines should score, by a veterinarian, no less than a body condition
score of 5 on the Henneke Condition Scoring Chart to be considered of
adequate weight.
- Equines shall have access to adequate natural forage or be fed daily or as
recommended by a veterinarian or the MHARF.
- All storage and feeding receptacles shall be kept clean and free from
contaminants such as feces, mold mildew, insects, dust, … etc.
- If more than one animal is fed at one time or in one place, it shall be
the
responsibility of the caregiver to separate animals for equal feeding.
Adequate Veterinary Care:
- An Equine shall be afforded immediate veterinary care if known or
suspected to have an injury, accidental or deliberate, or exhibiting such
signs as shock, colic, founder, tremors, swelling, broken bones, open
wounds,
inability to eat or drink, blistering as a result of fire, acid, etc.,
irregular or abnormal breathing, partial or total paralysis, abnormal
discharge or bleeding, signs of disease, severe parasitic infection, loss of
appetite, weight loss, abnormal skin condition or hair loss, temperature
fluctuation, persistent diarrhea, inability to bear weight on a limb or
lameness, or other such signs.
- Hoof care maintenance and trimming every six (6) to eight (8) weeks, or as
directed by a veterinarian or farrier.
- Parasites kept under control through worming every six (6) to eight (8)
weeks or as directed by your veterinarian.
- Annual dental check-up and necessary treatment to ensure proper and
adequate food digestion.
- Vaccination as recommended by your veterinarian.Proof of testing for Equine Infectious Anemia (Coggins Test).
Adequate Water:
- Adequate water means, clean, potable water available at all times for all
equines. Exceptions shall be determined by a veterinarian.
- All water receptacles shall be kept clean and free of contaminants and be
positioned or affixed to minimize spillage.
Adequate Shelter:
- Shall have at least a roof and three sides and be kept in good repair and
free of standing water, accumulated waste, sharp object and debris.
- Adequate shelter provides protection from inclement weather conditions
(e.g. prevailing wind, sleet, rain, snow, and arid temperature.)
- It is the responsibility of the owner/custodian to ensure that each
equine,
taking into consideration age, breed/type and health, has access to proper
shelter or protection from the weather (e.g. relief from more dominant
equines that may exclude him/her from the shelter).
Adequate Space:
- Space available to the equine must be usable and safe (e.g. must be
provided an area free from standing water, accumulated water, sharp objects
and debris and maintained in a safe and healthful manner).
- Equines shall be allowed to exercise and have freedom of movement as
necessary to reduce stress and maintain good physical condition. Space and
provisions for exercise must be appropriate and sufficient for the age,
breed/type, quantity, condition and size of the equines.
- Stall size must be of a minimum of 10' by 10'.
- Enclosed areas should be constructed or modified to allow free flow of air
to control temperature, humidity and prevent air stagnation.
- Equines kept in stalls must be allowed a minimum of 4 hours of daily turn
out in a suitable and safe fenced area large enough for the equine to
exercise.
- Fencing shall be well maintained and in good repair at all times. Fencing
adequate for equine needs to be highly visible and of a minimum of 4 feet.
Barbed wire fencing is not considered an appropriate fencing for equines.
Adequate Companionship:
- Equines are herd animals and are very social. Equines need to be kept with
another equine atleast another grazing animal like a goat or cow.
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