MISSION & PROGRAMS
Mission:The Standardbred Retirement Foundation (SRF) is a non-profit, tax exempt organization providing humane care and services for horses in need of lifetime homes, and in crisis, through rehabilitation, training, adoption, lifelong follow-up, or lifetime sanctuary.
Our organization provides programs involved with equine rescue, adoption & retirement
Our organization provides community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses.
Our organization is directly responsible for the care and shelter of equines involved in our programs.
100% of our total programs and services are horse-related.
Number of facilities/locations where horses used in our programs are HOUSED AND CARED FOR or were HOUSED AND CARED FOR during 2020: 1
1. Walnridge Farm
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities: Our organization uses foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities which adhere to all the policies, procedures and practices of our organization
Our organization has made equines available for research studies or medical training.
Please explain where and for what purpose equines are/were provided to use in research or medical training.
Six healthy Standardbreds were provided to Purdue University between June and November 2017 at the request of the veterinarian to participate in a nutrition study. They received either placebo, two times, or 5 times the recommended amount of thyroid hormone in their feed for 2 weeks.
After the two week period, they had a simulated race on the high speed treadmill. They wore a heart monitor and we measured heart rate and rhythm, time taken to finish the trial, and blood lactate.
Results: The horses did not perform as well on the high thyroid levels. Their starting heart rates were faster and they increased to 200 beats per minute faster. This resulted in poorer performance. Additionally, there were 3 instances of horses developing spontaneous heart arrhythmias when on the high thyroid dosing. In all cases the heart was back to normal the next day.
Conclusion: Giving high doses of thyroid supplement decreases performance and may predispose to heart irregularities. Its use should be regulated.
Summary of organization's goals, strategies to achieve the goals, accomplishments, and capabilities to meet the goals, including its long-term plans to sustain its programs:SRF's goals include education in the racing community. Strategy: Use of printed materials, newsletters, press releases, mailings and other ways that present themselves.
Continue to help horses in need, particularly those at the greatest risk ie: tagged to ship to slaughter. In 2019, nearly 600 Standardbreds were removed from the slaughter-line, helped by SRF, rehabilitated, retired, or adopted. This will continue only as long as funds can continue to be raised.
Follow-up on all adopted horses, continue to provide for those un-adoptable for which this will require an endowment that will need planning and execution.
Horse Rescue, Rehabilitation, Retraining & Re-homing:Overview of our programs involved with rescue, rehabilitation, retraining, re-homing and/or retirement:
The Standardbred Retirement Foundation (SRF) helps horses in crisis, destined for slaughter, and those off the track, as well as any no longer safe or no longer wanted in their adopted homes.They are quarantined, rehabilitated, trained, adopted to safe homes or retired with SRF for life. Lifelong follow-up semi annually is done for every horse.
Community Outreach and/or Public Education:Overview of our programs involved with providing community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses:
SRF works with schools that identify children needing after school intervention and works with them and SRF's horses waiting for homes.
Therapy programs using SRF horses waiting for homes are also conducted in conjunction with the NJ dept. Of Juvenile Justice.
GOVERNANCE, MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL REPORTING
Staff & Volunteers:
Chief Staff Officer (CSO): Judith Bokman
Employees: Full-Time: 8 Part-Time: 1 Volunteers: 62
Staff Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
Prospective staff complete a written application
Prospective staff must provide in writing if they have ever been convicted of a felony, convicted of a sexual offense, or convicted for animal cruelty or neglect
Every member of the staff is required to complete a Liability Release/Hold Harmless Agreement
Every member of the staff is required to provide Emergency Medical Information
Every member of the staff is required to sign a Photo Release
Every member of the staff carries current health insurance
Every member of the staff has a written job description
Every member of the staff is evaluated on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in their job description
Every member of the staff is updated on all the organization's policies and procedures on a annual and as needed basis or with any change in policy or procedure
Every member of the staff receives training that includes safety guidelines, confidentiality, horse handling, horse identification, and emergency procedures; additional training is job specific
Every member of the staff has a supervisor and is responsible for keeping their supervisor up to date on work related activities
The organization provides an Employee Handbook to every member of the staff
The Employee Handbook includes employee-related information, such as hours of work, vacation, sick leave, dress code, cell phone usage, and the protocol for dismissal
The Employee Handbook is reviewed annually and updated
One or more staff members are trained in CPR and human first aid
One or more staff members are trained in equine first aid
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Every member of the staff is required to undergo a Background Check
Every member of the staff provides parent/guardian information if applicable
Every member of the staff is subject to Random Drug Screening
Volunteer Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
Prospective volunteers complete a written application
Prospective volunteers must provide in writing if they have ever been convicted of a felony, convicted of a sexual offense, or convicted for animal cruelty or neglect
Every volunteer is required to complete a Liability Release/Hold Harmless Agreement
Every volunteer is required to provide Emergency Medical Information
Every volunteer is required to sign a Photo Release
Every volunteer provides parent/guardian information if applicable
Every volunteer is updated on all the organization's policies and procedures on a annual and as needed basis or with any change in policy or procedure
Every volunteer receives training that includes safety guidelines, confidentiality, horse handling, horse identification, and emergency procedures; additional training is job specific
Every volunteer is assigned a supervisor (staff member and/or senior volunteer) and is responsible for keeping their supervisor up to date on work related activities
The supervisor assesses the volunteer's abilities and assigns specific duties to the volunteer based on their skills
The organization records and maintains written attendance information and hours on every volunteer
The organization provides a Volunteer Handbook to every volunteer
The Volunteer Handbook includes volunteer-related information, such as hours of work, dress code, cell phone usage, and the protocol for dismissal
The Volunteer Handbook is reviewed annually and updated
The organization holds regular orientation sessions for volunteers and prospective volunteers that includes an overview of the organization, its mission, activities, volunteer responsibilities and expectations, safety guidelines, and a tour of the facility
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Every volunteer is required to undergo a Background Check
Every volunteer carries current health insurance
Every volunteer has a written job description
Every volunteer is evaluated on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in their job description
Every volunteer is subject to Random Drug Screening
Governing Body:
Board meetings per year: 2
Number of Board Members: 6 Number of Voting Board Members: 5
Board Compensation:
Is Board Chair compensated? No Is Treasurer compensated? Yes
Are there any other Voting Board Members that are compensated? No
Board/Staff Relationships:
Are any members of the Board or Staff related to each other through family or business relationships? Yes
If yes, provide the name, title, responsibility and family/business relationship of each Board and/or Staff member.
Paula Campbell, Co-Founder and President is married to John Campbell an SRF Trustee.
Judith Bokman, Co-Founder, Secretary & Treasurer and Executive Director is married to Dr. Stephen Bokman, DVM and SRF Trustee, and is the veterinarian.
Board Affiliations:
Are any Board members or Staff associated with and/or compensated by another organization with a relationship or business affiliation to your organization? Yes
If yes, provide the name, title, responsibility and family/business relationship of each Board and/or Staff member, and the name of the related organization.
ED is married to veterinarian, who owns the facility, serves as the veterinarian, and serves on the Board.
Conflict of Interest:
Does your organization have a written conflict of interest policy and regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy, including requiring officers, directors or trustees, and key employees to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? Yes
Organization documents available on our website:
Adoption/Foster Agreement
Organization documents available on request:
Most recent Financials
Most recent IRS Form 990
Most recent Annual Report
Equine Intake Guidelines
Adoption/Foster Agreement
Volunteer Handbook
Employee Handbook
Bylaws
Financial Reporting:
Budget:
*Missing
Equine Budget:
*Missing
Month Fiscal Year Ends:
*MissingType of Financial Reporting (Audit, Review, Compilation):
*MissingType of IRS Filing (990, 990-EZ, 990-N):
*MissingDoes the uploaded Pro Forma 990/990 represent 2020?
*MissingIRS Form 990/Pro Forma 990 has not been uploaded for this facility.
EQUINE COSTS
Total Facilities: 1
Walnridge Farm: 2019 - Yes
Actual Horse Care Costs
$701680 Feed (Grain/Hay)
$0 Bedding
$25513 Veterinarian
$39522 Farrier
$0 Dentist
$0 Other Therapies
$0 Manure Removal
$0 Medications & Supplements
$66601 Horse Transportation
$1308 Maintenance
$795 Horse/Barn Supplies
$65000 Horse Care Staff
$60000 Horse Training
$272309 Other direct horse-related costs not including overhead or other program costs.
$1232728 2019 Total Horse Care Costs
| Donated Horse Care Costs
$20000 Feed (Grain/Hay)
$0 Bedding
$20000 Veterinarian
$0 Farrier
$2000 Dentist
$0 Other Therapies
$0 Manure Removal
$0 Medications & Supplements
$5000 Horse Transportation
$0 Maintenance
$0 Horse/Barn Supplies
$5000 Horse Care Staff
$5000 Horse Training
$0 Other direct horse-related costs not including overhead or other program costs.
$57000 2019 Total Donated Costs
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/ Walnridge Farm: SRF does not own a farm. We lease and we board about 400 horses. Daily fee, hay and board expenses aare combined. Other expenses include payout for slaughter bound horses. Dental is combined with veterinary expenses.
Average direct cost per day per horse: $7
Average total cost per day per horse: $8
Average length of stay for an equine: 193 days (155190/804)
POLICIES
AcquisitionOur organization acquires horses/equines from the following source(s):
Donation
Purchase from auction
Purchase from kill pen or feedlot
Return
Surrender
Seizure
Abandonment
Our organization does not acquire horses/equines from the following source(s):
Free Lease
Purchase/Adoption from Owner
Our organization will accept the following:
Geldings
Mares
Pregnant Mares
Foals
Stallions
Only Stallions to be castrated
Additional information about our acquisition policies and practices:
If a horse other than a Standardbred is in need we will help.
If we take a stallion the plan is for castration but some may have a medical issue preventing this.
Intake, Assessment & TrainingPrior to a horse being accepted and/or arriving at the facility, the organization requires the following with respect to the health status of the horse:
A current Coggins
Vaccination records that have been administered within the last 12 months
If health records are not available or are out-of-date, the owner is responsible for having vaccinations administered.
If health records are not available or are out-of-date, our veterinarian will administer appropriate vaccinations
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Prior to a horse being accepted and/or arriving at the facility, the organization has the following policies in place:
The owner of a potential horse is interviewed over the phone or in person prior to seeing the horse
The owner completes an application/contract which constitutes the agreement between the owner and our organization
The owner is financially responsible for the shipping of the horse to and from the organization
Horses are not taken on trial
Not Checked:
The horse is evaluated at its place of residence
Upon intake, the organization has the following quarantine policy in place:
The horse is confined to a designated and separate area for isolation and quarantine
at the facility for a prescribed period of time
The horse is confined to a designated and separate area for isolation and quarantine
off-site for a prescribed period of time
Not Checked:
The horse is not quarantined
The typical length of quarantine is:
20 to 30 days
Following arrival of the equine at the facility, the following is performed:
Physical examination by a veterinarian
Physical examination by trained barn staff
Photographs are taken
A Henneke Body Conditioning Score is assigned
Coggins test
Vaccinations
De-worming
The horse is scanned to check for a microchip
The horse is microchipped if the scan indicates that there is no microchip
Not Checked:
Physical examination by a farrier
Physical examination by a dentist
Blood work other than Coggins
Fecal test
Following arrival at the facility, the horse is assessed for following skills and behaviors:
Retrieval from a pasture/paddock
Leading with a halter and lead rope
Temperament, disposition and attitude, such as rated from very calm to very high spirited
Saddling
Bridling
Lunging
Loading onto and unloading off a trailer
Mounting and dismounting
Riding at the walk
Riding at the trot
Riding at the canter
Riding by a beginner and/or unbalanced rider
Jumping
Driving (Pulling a carriage)
Tolerance to unusual objects and loud noises
Known vices, i.e., cribbing, biting, kicking, weaving, stall walking, etc
Grooming
Bathing
Clipping
Tolerance to multiple handlers at the same time
Not Checked:
Horses provided formal training (groundwork or riding):
As needed; no set schedule
Additional information about our intake, assessment & training policies and practices:
We do not always have an owner associated with a horse. Most are from slaughter bound situations.
Because we take back any horse in a home we always consider it a trial.
BreedingThe organization has the following policies related to breeding and stallions:
The facility or facilities where our organization conducts its programs, including foster facilities, does NOT breed horses.
Our organization prohibits the breeding of horses/equines when re-homed or this statement is not applicable as all horses/equines remain at our organization for their lifetimes and are not re-homed under any circumstances.
Not Checked:
The facility or facilities where our organization conducts its programs, including foster facilities, breeds horses
The facility or facilities where our organization conducts its programs, including foster facilities, are permitted to house stallions
Euthanasia The organization has the following policies related to euthanasia:
Our organization will never have a horse euthanized for space
Our organization will never have a healthy horse euthanized under any circumstances
Our organization may have a healthy horse euthanized if it is a threat to itself, other horses, or people
Our organization may have a horse euthanized after all reasonable treatment options have been explored
Euthanasia is done on site when possible to decrease trauma from transport
Euthanasia is done at the veterinarian's facility
Disposal of the carcass is handled within 24 hours
Not Checked:
Horses will be euthanized upon the recommendation of:
Veterinarian
Not Checked:
Senior staff member without a veterinarian's recommendation
The Board of Directors, or a member of the Board of Directors, without a veterinarian's recommendation
Not applicable. The organization does not euthanize horses
The following are authorized to administer the procedure for your organization in accordance with state laws:
Veterinarian
Not Checked:
A certified euthanasia technician
Senior staff with appropriate training
Employee of animal control shelter or humane society with appropriate training
Veterinary student under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian
Not applicable. The organization does not euthanize horses
The organization utilizes the following methods of euthanasia:
Intravenous administration of an overdose of barbiturates
RehomingOur organization has the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) policies and procedures in place:
All potential adopters/purchasers complete a contract which constitutes the agreement between our organization and the new owner
Our organization does NOT re-home a horse to first time horse owners
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Our organization will only re-home a horse to a location where another horse resides
Potential adopters/purchasers must visit our organization and be observed with the horse on site
The distance of a potential adopter/purchaser's home from our facility is a consideration for when re-homing a horse
Our organization conducts a site visit of the adopter/purchaser's facility before the transfer of the horse to the adopter/purchaser's facility
Potential adopters/purchasers are encouraged to do a short-term, on-site foster with the horse
Adopters/purchasers are NOT required to provide updates
Our organization does not re-home horses under any circumstances; our organization retains custody of our horses and ensures care of the horses for their lifetimes.
The uploaded Re-homing agreement includes the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) statements:
Our agreement states that re-homed horses CANNOT be sold, auctioned, or given away under any circumstances
Our agreement states that re-homed horses cannot be bred
Our agreement states that if there is any breach of contract the horse must be returned to our organization
Our agreement states that our organization reserves the right to make unannounced visits
Our agreement states that adopters/purchasers can return a horse to our organization free of charge
Our agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for three or more years
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Our agreement states that re-homed horses CAN be sold or given away with prior written approval of our organization
Our agreement states that our organization reserves the right to make scheduled visits
Our agreement states that adopters/purchasers can return a horse to our organization for a fee
Our agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for one year
Our agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for two years
None of the statements are included.
Our organization requires references from the following:
Veterinarian
Farrier
Personal/Other
Not Checked:
Not applicable or no references required.
Transfer of ownership occurs:
Our organization retains ownership of the horse for its lifetime
The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
$201 to $500
Our organization has the following policies and procedures related to horses that need to be retired, are no longer useful, or are no longer manageable:
Horses remain at our organization for their lifetimes
Horses may be found suitable homes by our organization
Horses may be returned to their owners
In the case a horse is unmanageable and demonstrates repeated dangerous behaviors, the horse may be euthanized
In the case a horse is unsound and/or unhealthy and cannot be treated to relieve suffering, the horse may be euthanized
Not Checked:
Horses may be sent to auction
If a suitable home cannot be located within 12 months, the horse may be euthanized
View Re-homing Agreement
EQUINE CARE & SHELTER/FACILITY INFORMATION
Total facilities at which our organization cares for and shelters horses used in our programs:
1
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities: Our organization uses foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities which adhere to all the policies, procedures and practices of our organization
Walnridge Farm
Walnridge Farm
42 Arneytown-Hornerstown Road Cream Ridge NJ 08514
Contact: Judith Bokman
Contact's Phone: 609-738-3255
Contact's Email: srfhorsesandkids@gmail.com
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Lease
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*MissingProvide the contact information for the individual or organization responsible for investigating
abuse in the county where the facility is located, including mailing address, email address, and phone information.
Chief Victor Buddy Amato
Monmouth County SPCA - Main Location
260 Wall Street
Eatontown, NJ 07724
Phone: 732-542-0040
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the
EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? No
Walnridge Farm:
GroundsTotal number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 403
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 310
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 403
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 403
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 100
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 3 Run-in sheds: 2
Pastures: 6 Paddocks/Pens: 6
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1 Covered Outdoor Rings: 0 Indoor Rings: 0
Regarding structures at this facility where horses are stalled:
Do horses have assigned stalls in the structure(s)? Yes Do all stalls/enclosures allow horses to lie down, stand up and turn around? Yes Is there adequate ceiling & beam height (a minimum of 12 feet above the tip of the horse's ear) when standing in all stalls/enclosures? Yes How often are the stalls/enclosures cleaned? 2-3 Days a WeekAre floors constructed and maintained for both good drainage and traction? Yes Is there a ventilation and circulation system in place to control temperature and prevent buildup of toxic gases? Yes Is wiring inaccessible to horses and maintained for safety? Yes Are fire prevention/protection measures (fire alarms, extinguishers and sprinkler systems) maintained and in good working order? Yes Is there adequate lighting to ensure safety in all areas of facility? Yes Are emergency contacts, including veterinarian contact information, conspicuously posted in easily accessible locations? Yes Are human and equine first aid kits easily accessible? Yes How many hours per day, on average, are horses stalled? 0-3;
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 24/7
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
This facility has a written plan in place for pasture management, which includes guidelines for seeding, fertilizing, irrigation, mowing, dragging, harrowing, manure removal, removal of debris, the control of poisonous plants, and a schedule for cleaning
A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for pasture management
All pastures are fenced to prevent escape or injury
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
Pastures are rotated
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
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This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Pastures have natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
This facility has a written plan in place for the maintenance of turnout areas, which includes a schedule for cleaning, manure removal, and dragging
A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for the maintenance of turnout areas
All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
Not Checked:
This facility does not have turnout areas
Barbed wire is used for fencing
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
The property owner, staff member or caretaker lives on the premises and ensures that public access is restricted and is responsible for the security of the facility and horses
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
No Trespassing signs are posted
Hold Harmless signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Visitors are only permitted at specific times
Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
The property is fitted with a security system that is monitored internally by staff (or the property owner)
The perimeter of the property is fully fenced
Not Checked:
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
Authorized Personnel Only signs are posted
The property is fitted with motion lights
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
Walnridge Farm
Veterinarian Information*Vet Assessment Not Current.Veterinarian: Stephen Bokman
Clinic Name: Millstone Equine
PO Box 315
Millstone Twp NJ 08535
Phone: 7327929689
Equine CareHorse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
Our organization utilizes a software application to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Feed plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Supplement plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Horses are fed in individual stalls
Horses are fed in groups
Staff and volunteers are trained in proper feed measurements and protocols and observed periodically to ensure they are feeding correctly
The feed chart is centrally located and updated as needed
The area(s) where hay, feed, grain, and supplements are stored are kept clean, free of debris and chemicals, and protected from weather and other animals in rodent-proof and mold-proof containers and grain bins
Feed, supplements and hay types are clearly labeled
Water sources, i.e., buckets, troughs, automatic waterers, etc. are kept clean, free of debris and chemicals, and protected from weather and other animals
Medications are kept in a locked, climate-controlled area
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Horses are provided with individualized feeding plans, including supplements, according to age and any health issues
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Not Checked:
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
Not Checked:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
Equine age, weight, breed, body condition, fitness, balance, health and soundness
Equine conformation to include the top line, length of back, strength and width of loin, bone density (measured by the circumference of the cannon bone just below the knee)
Size, shape, condition and angle of the hooves
Participant weight, height, body proportions, balance, fitness and riding skills as well as behavioral issues and safety concerns
Weight and proper fit of the saddle and other equipment
Terrain and footing in the working environment
Duration and frequency of working sessions, as the frequency with which an equine is subjected to maximum weight carrying and/or workload
Nature and pace of work, repetitive or varied, radius of turns, degree of incline and regularity of footing when equine is subject to maximum weight-carrying capacity
Temperature and/or weather conditions
Seasonal impact on the equines' workload and weight-carrying capabilities and limitations
Not Checked:
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
Do horses have access to clean drinking water at all times? Yes
Hoof Care: How often is hoof care provided for each horse? Every 4-8 weeks and when an issue arises
Dental Care: How often is dental care provided for each horse? Annually and when an issue arises
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? Annually and when an issue arises
Horse checks: How often are horses visually and physically checked by personnel at the facility? Every day or 6 days a week
Parasite Control: Our organization has the following worming protocols in place: (Check all that apply
The protocol for each horse is determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Fly/Insect Control: What remedies are used to control flies and insects?
Fly parasites
Fly Traps and Tapes
Premise Sprays/Insecticides
Fly Spray Repellent
Fly Masks
The following represent the biosecurity practices in place at facility:
Our organization follows the
AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the
UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines The organization has a written biosecurity plan
All staff are trained in best practices related to biosecurity
A specific individual is assigned to care for sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is disposed of in specific areas designated for infectious materials - not put in open air piles, and not spread on pastures
Stalls, aisle ways, and common areas are disinfected after conclusion of the quarantine
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
Not Checked:
All volunteers are trained in best practices related to biosecurity
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
Not Checked:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses wear halters with nametags
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
Not Checked:
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Name plates are located on the stall
Photos are located on the stall
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Tack is cleaned only when needed
Tack is inspected for overall working condition before each use by trained personnel
Tack is assessed for fit before each use by trained personnel
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are shared
Not Checked:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned weekly
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Emergency PreparednessThe following plans, policies, and procedures are in place at the facility to handle emergencies and address weather related issues, fire safety procedures, and/or any additional hazardous scenarios the facility could potentially experience:
Emergency procedures are posted prominently
Emergency phone numbers are posted prominently
The facility maintains at least two weeks of hay, feed, shavings and medications
The facility collects and maintains medical information from staff, volunteers, and clients
The facility maintains appropriate liability and/or workers' compensation insurance
All staff/volunteers are briefed regularly on emergency preparedness/safety procedures
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
Not Checked:
The facility owns or has access to a generator
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
Local fire department and/or the state's emergency planning department procedures
Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
Medical emergencies for horses
Evacuation plans
Fire
Protocols to notify emergency personnel
Building/facility exit plans
Not Checked:
Power outages
Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
Terrorist attacks
The facility follows the specific procedures to help PREVENT emergency situations:
Smoking is strictly prohibited
NO SMOKING signs are posted prominently
Hay is stored away from permanent or temporary structures where horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses are stalled are kept free of dust, cobwebs, trash, cleaning rags, and other flammable items
Aisles and doorways are kept clear
Not Checked:
Heaters with automatic shutoff settings are used
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Semi-annuallySmoke detectors are checked: Semi-annuallyElectrical Systems are checked: Semi-annuallyFence lines are checked: DailyTurnout Areas are checked: DailySprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NAFire drills are conducted: Semi-annuallyReview of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Semi-annuallyReview of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Semi-annuallyThe Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Semi-annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 4 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 4 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 1 Access onsite but not owned 1 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 1 Access onsite but not owned 1 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
EQUINE CENSUS SUMMARY
Total Facilities: 1
Walnridge Farm: 2019 - Yes
429 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2019
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2019
0 Donated
0 Free Lease
0 Purchase/Adoption from Owner
0 Purchased from Auction
363 Purchased from Kill Pen/Feedlot
12 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
0 Born at facility
375 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2019
178 Horses adopted/sold:
168 Horses transferred/returned
8 Horses deceased
57 Horses euthanized
411 Total departures
393 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2019
227 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
166 Total number of horses permanently retired.
Summary: 429 on 1/1/2019+ 375 Intakes - 411 Departures = 393 on 12/31/2019
Total days that equines were in the care of Standardbred Retirement Foundation during 2019: 155190
2019 Walnridge Farm Equine Census
429 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2019
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2019
0 Donated
0 Free Lease
0 Purchase/Adoption from Owner
0 Purchased from Auction
363 Purchased from Kill Pen/Feedlot
12 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
0 Born at facility
375 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2019
178 Horses adopted/sold:
168 Horses transferred/returned
8 Horses deceased
57 Horses euthanized
411 Total departures
393 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2019
227 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
166 Total number of horses permanently retired.
Summary: 429 on 1/1/2019+ 375 Intakes - 411 Departures = 393 on 12/31/2019
375 Horse Intake Detail during 2019 0
0 Donated 0
0 Free Leased 0
0 Purchased from Owner 0
0 Purchased from Auction 0
363 Purchased from Kill Pen/Feedlot 0
363Standardbred1 Aged Under 3 1 Stallions11 Aged 3-9 9 Geldings 2 Mares92 Aged 10-14 69 Geldings 2 Stallions 21 Mares187 Aged 15-20 133 Geldings 2 Stallions 52 Mares72 Aged Over 20 44 Geldings 1 Stallions 27 Mares
12 Surrendered 0
12Standardbred1 Aged Under 3 1 Mares4 Aged 3-9 3 Geldings 1 Mares5 Aged 10-14 4 Geldings 1 Mares2 Aged 15-20 2 Geldings
0 Seized 0
0 Abandoned 0
0 Returned 0
0 Transferred 0
0 Born at facility 0
178 Re-homing Detail Horses adopted/sold by breed, age & gender during 2019:
178Standardbred16 Aged 3-9 9 Geldings 7 Mares44 Aged 10-14 36 Geldings 8 Mares81 Aged 15-20 58 Geldings 23 Mares37 Aged Over 20 29 Geldings 1 Stallions 7 Mares
Definitions:
Donated: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent utilizing a donation document.
Free Lease: The ownership of the equine is maintained by the owner/trainer/responsible agent; the custody and responsibility for the shelter and care of the equine is transferred to the organization utilizing a free lease document.
Purchased from Owner: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent utilizing a purchase document.
Purchased from Auction: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by purchasing the equine at an auction.
Purchased from Kill Pen: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by purchasing the equine from a kill pen.
Surrendered (Hardship): The ownership and custody of the equine is relinquished to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent with or without the use of an intake document.
Seized: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization as a result of the equine being seized by law enforcement or another agency and removed from the owner.
Abandoned: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization as a result of the equine being abandoned by the owner or the owner was unable to be located.
Returned: The equine was previously a part of the organization, was adopted, and ownership and custody of the equine has been transferred back to the organization.
Transferred: The custody of the equine is transferred within an organization or from one organization to another non-profit or foster organization to provide retirement, retraining, rehabilitation and/or adoption services with no change in ownership.
Born: The equine was born at the facility.
Foal: An equine up to one year old; a colt is a male foal and a filly is a female foal.
Mare: A female equine.
Stallion: A male equine that has not been castrated.
Gelding: A castrated male equine.
