Please review the following requirements to ensure your home or boarding barn will meet the needs as outlined. We recognize not everyone may agree with these guidelines, but we will only adopt to those who meet them.
Equine(s) must have access to a minimum of 20 gallons of clean, fresh water per day, and water must be available in all areas (turnout, pasture, stall). The water source should be cleaned daily and able to be safely heated to prevent freezing in winter. Natural water sources (pond, stream) may be a secondary option but are not accepted as the primary water source.
Equine(s) must have access to an individual stall sized to accommodate; generally this will measure 10x10 or larger but may measure 12x12 or larger depending on the breed. Stalls must be deeply bedded and cleaned daily.
Equines must have at least 8 hours of daily turnout unless extreme weather is present.
Equine(s) must have access to a three-sided, covered run-in shelter when turned out, for protection from wind, rain, snow, etc. The run-in must be of sufficient size to accommodate all equines sharing the space, providing at least 6x6 feet per equine. Run-ins must have solid footing and be cleaned periodically.
Equine(s) must have access to a minimum of 1 acre of clear-cut pasture per equine. Exceptions to this minimum that may be considered include: a track system, a dry lot for an equine with medical conditions preventing grass grazing, or a being exercised at least times a week in addition to daily paddock turn out.
Equine(s) must be contained and protected by a well-maintained fence that is at least 4 feet high, is ‘horse safe’ and completely visible. We consider the following to be ‘horse safe’ options for fencing: board and post, electro-braid or poly rope, corral panels, split rail, vinyl or PVC fencing, coated wire, electric tape (minimum 3 strands). BARBED WIRE OR CHAIN LINK FENCING IS NOT ACCEPABLE.
Equine(s) must reside with at least one other equine (horse, pony, mini horse, mule or donkey). Goats, cows, sheep, llamas and other farm animals may be present but are not considered adequate companions.
Equine(s) must at minimum be able to interact over a fence line with other equines if they are not able to share space with them.