MISSION & PROGRAMS

Mission:
Central Virginia Horse Rescue, Inc (CVHR) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the compassionate care of equines. Our mission is to save, protect, and rehabilitate equines in need. We rescue unwanted, abused, neglected, or abandoned equines; provide them with care and rehabilitation; and finally find them a compatible, loving home. We believe that education is a long-term solution to improving the lives of equines.

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 some of the equines involved in our programs and some of the equines in our programs are cared for and sheltered by other organization(s).
100% of our total programs and services are equine-related.

Our organization CURRENTLY uses satellite, overflow, foster, and/or outreach facilities which adhere to their own policies, procedures and practices and which may not reflect the policies, procedures and practices of our organization. Facility information is provided for the organization's main, satellite and overflow facilities.


Equine Transition Services:
Overview of our programs involved with rescue, rehabilitation, retraining, re-homing and/or retirement:
     Central Virginia Horse Rescue has the following goals:
      - To rescue unwanted horses from auctions and feedlots.
      - To educate horse-owners and the public about proper equine care, and the problems of neglect, abuse, and slaughter.
      - To rescue equines from neglectful and abusive situations by educating owners, helping to place at-risk equines and ultimately working within the bounds of the law to remove equines from their owner’s care when deemed necessary.
      - To provide gelding for unwanted stallions until they can be placed in an adoptive home.
      - To rehabilitate sick, injured and underweight equines and restore them to a state of health
      - To end the suffering of those equines which cannot be rehabilitated by means of humane euthanasia.
      - To find all equines that come under the care of CVHR a compatible, loving home.
     
     Our primary goal is to rescue abused, neglected, starving and unwanted horses, whether those horses come in from owner surrenders, animal control cases or auctions. These horses will receive the food, training and veterinary care needed to facilitate their recovery. Once the horses have regained their health they are evaluated and made available for adoption to approved homes.
     
     Even more than over the past several years, economic situation of 2023 into this year has meant that there are even more horses being sold or looking for homes and fewer people buying them. This has made it very difficult for owners to find homes for horses that are in danger. These horses are being abandoned, given away or sold at auction. CVHR will provide a temporary, caring home for these horses until a safe and loving adoptive home can be found.
     
     Additionally, many stallions are unwanted because, at best, a well trained stallion has to be kept separate from the general horse population, and at worst, they are unruly and hard to handle. They require experienced handlers and trainers.
     
     Many people are faced with euthanizing their horse simply because they cannot afford to have it gelded, and no one will take it because it is a stallion. Many others will just turn the stallion out with their mares and the result will be more unwanted horses.
     
     CVHR will work with stallion owners to have the stallion gelded and then find it a compatible home. If necessary, CVHR will accept the stallion for gelding, evaluation, training and re-homing.
Overview of our programs involved with providing community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses:
     CVHR will continue to work with youth through local 4-H clubs and scout programs, as well as our various community programs. CVHR travels to local pet expos and children's events to promote responsible horsemanship through education to potential future horse owners and supporters.
     
     We have five horses and ponies that are a part of our community engagement team. These horses are considered residents and are trained to teach young volunteers and interested community members about horse handling and horsemanship. Children and youth learn how to interact safely around horses, handle ponies and horses (i.e., leading, grooming, etc.), general horse behavior information, etc.
     
     We also hope to work with animal control and other local programs on educating owners of at risk horses on proper care and feeding. CVHR currently participates in community events, such as the Fredericksburg Pet Expo and the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair to educate the public in general about horse care and ownership, interacting safely with a horse, and the rescue work that we do.

Research/Medical Use of Equines:
Our organization has never made, and would not ever consider making, equines available for research studies or medical training that involves invasive procedures and/or that which may cause pain or suffering to the equine. 

Religious Affiliation:
Our organization does not promote religious education, religious purposes, or a specific religious faith or use donations for religious education or religious purposes; require participants to be of a certain faith; require participation in religious, instruction, activities or services; or require participation in prayer, worship, religious instruction or other religious activities as a condition of receiving social or secular services offered. 

Auction Donation:
Our organization has never allowed, or would not consider allowing, an equine to be sold, transferred, released, or otherwise placed into possession of any person or organization that would cause or allow the equine to be sold at auction for slaughter. 

POLICIES: ACQUISITION

Our organization acquires horses/equines from the following source(s):
    Donation  
    Auction  
    Kill pen/Feedlot  
    Return  
    Surrender  
    Seizure  
    Abandonment  

Our organization does not acquire horses/equines from the following source(s):
    Lease  
    Purchase 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:
Central Virginia Horse Rescue maintains a Gelding Fund, so any stallions that are rescued or surrendered are then gelded before they are eligible for adoption. Ten of our equines taken in during 2022 were stallions or jack donkeys that we gelded and rehabilitated.
     
     Central Virginia Horse Rescue receives animals from owner surrenders, Animal Control seizures, strays and equines needing rescue from auction. CVHR has received horses from kill pens/feedlots in the past, but we are no longer purchasing animals from these environments. We did receive a surrendered Standardbred from a nearby killpen/feedlot in 2022 for rehabilitation. Priority is given to our law enforcement partners who require our assistance in caring for seized animals.
     
     CVHR looks at a number of items when agreeing to take an owner surrender and may on occasion recommend euthanasia rather than surrender if there is no possible improvement on quality of life.
     
     In accordance with the American Association of Equine Practitioners Guidelines, we have adopted the following:
     
     • A horse should not have to endure continuous or unmanageable pain from a condition that is chronic and incurable.
     
     A horse should be able to live in the pasture with the herd and be a horse, keep up with the herd and maintain his place there without being bullied or picked on for health or lameness reasons to include blindness, lameness, mental disability. If a horse is not able to maintain himself in the pasture due to health or soundness issues, then he becomes a euthanasia candidate.
     
     • A horse should not have to endure a medical or surgical condition that has a hopeless chance of survival.
     
     While CVHR will fundraise for medical and surgical procedures that have a more than 70% chance of success in giving the horse a normal life, if there is less than a 70% chance the decision for euthanasia is determined on an individual basis based on cost of procedure and the prognosis for recovery.
     
     • A horse should not have to remain alive if it has an unmanageable medical condition that renders it a hazard to itself or its handlers.
     
     This is an area where there is very little room for discussion at CVHR. Our volunteers and staff are important to us, and we will not knowingly put them in danger with a horse that is a hazard to itself or its handlers. This includes temperament issues where the horse has become aggressive. Any horse that is a danger to itself or its handlers due to a medical issue or that has consistently shown aggressive and dangerous behavior, is a candidate for euthanasia.
     
     • A horse should not have to receive continuous analgesic medication for the relief of pain for the rest of its life.
     
     CVHR will use mild analgesics for relief of age related arthritis and other lameness issues as recommended by our veterinarian short term while we find a supplement program that works; we will not sustain a horse permanently on them.
     
     • A horse should not have to endure a lifetime of continuous individual box stall confinement for prevention or relief of unmanageable pain or suffering.
     
     In addition to these guidelines from the AAEP, CVHR also has additional guidelines to help make a difficult decision clearer. All of the decisions are made on an individual basis determined by the quality of life of the individual horse, likelihood of adoption, and the financial effect on the herd.
     
     • Once a horse reaches a healthy weight, it must be able to maintain its weight at a body score of 3 or above with 2 feedings per day of age appropriate feed, i.e., Senior feed, soaked hay cubes, etc. If a veterinary evaluation for causes of weight loss does not find a curable condition, the horse becomes a euthanasia candidate.
     
     • Any horse that is consistently showing aggressive behavior to its handlers or other horses to the point where it cannot live a normal herd life. (Recently gelded stallions understandably take more time or may need to live in gelding herds) Horses that react in fear will be given proper training, but within 90 days, volunteers must be able to catch and halter them for the vet and farrier. If the horse shows no improvement in 90 days, the horse is a candidate for euthanasia.
     
     • A horse that fails to gain with a normal rehabilitation program should be evaluated by a veterinarian for cause. After dental floatation, worming and exam, if no cause can be found, horse should be evaluated for improvement at 30 and 60 days.
     
     • Horses over the age of 25 on intake with a body score of 2 or under are euthanasia candidates.
     
     • Horses with severe incurable lameness issues are euthanasia candidates.
     
     Being a candidate for euthanasia does not mean guaranteed euthanasia, and horses will be evaluated as individuals based on the criteria in this policy.

POLICIES: INTAKE, ASSESSMENT & TRAININING

Prior 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

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 equine is interviewed over the phone or in person prior to seeing the equine
    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 equine to and from the organization
    Equines are not taken on trial

Following arrival of the equine at the facility, the following is performed:
    Physical examination by a veterinarian upon arrival
    A Henneke Body Conditioning Score or other body conditioning score is assigned
    Physical examination by trained barn staff
    Photographs are taken of each equine upon arrival at the facility and kept with the equine's health records
    Physical examination by a farrier
    Physical examination by a dentist
    Coggins test
    Vaccinations
    De-worming
    The equine is scanned to check for a microchip
    The equine is microchipped if the scan indicates that there is no microchip

Upon intake, the organization has the following quarantine policy in place:
    The equine is confined to a designated and separate area for isolation and quarantine at the facility for a prescribed period of time

The typical length of quarantine is:   20 to 30 days

Horses are 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
    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

Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
    The Henneke Body Condition score or other body conditioning score is updated at least annually
    Photographs are taken of each equine monthly and kept with the equine's health records
    Equines at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
    Equines at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
    Equines at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
    Equines 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 that are ridden in our care:
    Our organization evaluates at least annually and maintains a written record of the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine that is ridden

The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine that is ridden:
    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


Horses provided formal training (groundwork or riding):   2-3 times per week

Additional information about our intake, assessment & training policies and practices:
If a horse requires training that is beyond the capabilities of our facilities, we work with training partners (such as Advantage Horsemanship or Dreamcatcher Equine) to help rehabilitate them. We often have horses that are not suitable for work under saddle, and they are therefore available for adoption as companions only.
     
     Fecals are not pulled on every horse on intake, but they are taken on intake as needed. We also pulled fecals on all horses on vaccine day this year.
     
     We have recently started microchipping surrendered horses upon intake.

POLICIES: BREEDING

The organization has the following policies related to breeding and stallions:
    Our main facility where our organization conducts its programs does NOT breed equines.

POLICIES: EUTHANASIA

The organization has the following policies related to euthanasia:
    Our organization will never have an equine euthanized for space
    Our organization will have an equine euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian if the equine is a threat to itself, other equines, or people
    Our organization will have an equine euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian after all reasonable treatment options have been explored
    Euthanasia is done on site when possible to decrease trauma from transport
    Disposal of the carcass is handled within 24 hours

The following are authorized to administer the procedure for your organization in accordance with state laws:
    Veterinarian

Additional information about our euthanasia policies and practices:
All of our euthanasia is done as a last resort. Quality of life is taken into consideration, and the decision is made after conference with vet and board.

POLICIES: RE-HOMING

View Re-homing Agreement
Our organization has the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) policies and procedures in place:
    All potential adopters/purchasers complete a written contract which constitutes the agreement between our organization and the new owner
    Our organization will only re-home an equine to a location where another equine resides
    Potential adopters/purchasers must visit our organization and be observed with the equine on site
    The distance of a potential adopter/purchaser's home from our facility is a consideration for when re-homing an equine
    Our organization conducts a site visit of the adopter/purchaser's facility before the transfer of the equine to the adopter/purchaser's facility

Our organization has the following policies and procedures related to horses that need to be retired, are no longer able to contribute to the mission of the organization, and/or are no longer manageable:
    Equines may remain at our organization for their lifetimes
    Equines may be found suitable homes by our organization
    In the case an equine is unmanageable and demonstrates repeated dangerous behaviors, the equine may be euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian
    In the case an equine is unsound and/or unhealthy and cannot be treated to relieve suffering, the equine may be euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian

The uploaded Re-homing agreement includes the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) statements:
    The agreement reflects that any individual or organization in possession of the equine as of the date of the agreement and any time thereafter is bound to not sell the equine at auction for slaughter or allow the equine to be sold, transferred, released, or otherwise placed into possession of any person or organization that will cause or allow the equine to be sold at auction for slaughter.
    The agreement states that should the adopter decide to re-home the equine, our organization must be notified of the name, address, and telephone number of any individual or organization intending to take possession of the equine for any reason prior to the equine being placed into the possession of such individual or organization.
    The agreement states that the terms of our organization's agreement will be binding on any future individual or organization taking and/or in possession of the equine for any reason.
    The agreement states that re-homed equines cannot be bred
    The agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for one year

Our organization requires references from the following:
    Veterinarian
    Farrier
    Personal/Other

Transfer of ownership occurs:   After one year

The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
$751 to $1,000

Additional information about our rehoming policies and practices:
The contract is binding for the lifetime of the horse, however, an adopter is permitted to rehome an equine subject to our being notified and our first right of refusal.

EQUINE CARE & SHELTER/FACILITY INFORMATION

Total facilities at which our organization cares for and shelters horses used in our programs: 2
Our organization CURRENTLY uses satellite, overflow, foster, and/or outreach facilities which adhere to their own policies, procedures and practices and which may not reflect the policies, procedures and practices of our organization. Facility information is provided for the organization's main, satellite and overflow facilities.

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Central Virginia Horse Rescue
31262 Eagle Hill Trl Fredericksburg VA 22407
Contact: Stacy Franklin
Contact's Phone: 5403218174
Contact's Email: rescue@centralvahorserescue.com
Currently operational
Total number of horses/equines currently involved with your programs, under your care, and/or owned by your organization at this facility: 24
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those counted above: 24
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 35

Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Own

Provide 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.
     Culpeper County Animal Control Address: 14023 Public Safety Ct, Culpeper, VA 22701 Phone: (540) 727-7520

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

Additional information about this facility:
The property has wifi cameras that are monitored by staff and volunteers. A tenant lives on site, and the Executive Director periodically stays on site with the horses. The front gate can also be locked as needed.

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Central Virginia Horse Rescue

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Veterinarian Information
Veterinarian: Dr Kate Moga
Clinic Name: Olde Towne Equine
211 Fauquier St
Fredericksburg   VA   22401
Phone: 540-239-3122

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Overview: Central Virginia Horse Rescue (*Main)
Total number of horses/equines currently involved with your programs, under your care, and/or owned by your organization at this facility: 24
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those counted above: 24
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 35
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 26.9

Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 2  Run-in sheds: 8
Pastures: 8  Paddocks/Pens/Turnout Areas: 1
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? 6-7 Days a Week
Are 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:
    Equines are out 24/7 except they are brought in to feed
    Equines are out 24/7 except they are brought in if there is inclement weather
    Equines are out 24/7 except when they are being trained
    Equines are out 24/7 except when they are used for the conduct of the organization's programs

The following describes the pastures at this facility:
    A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for pasture management
    All pastures are fenced to prevent escape or injury
    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 natural protection for equines (i.e., trees)
    Pastures have man-made protection for equines (i.e., shelters)

The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
    All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
    Turnout areas have man-made protection for equines (i.e., shelters)
    Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly

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 equines
    No Trespassing signs are posted
    Hold Harmless signs are posted
    Authorized Personnel Only 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 motion lights
    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

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Equine Care/Emergency Preparedness: Central Virginia Horse Rescue (*Main) 2024 and 2023 This section is required.

Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
    Notebook or equivalent (technology not utilized)
    Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
    Our organization utilizes a software application to maintain records
    Our organization would use free cloud-based barn management software if available

The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
    Equines are provided with individualized feeding plans, including supplements, according to age and any health issues
    Feed plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
    Supplement plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
    Equines are fed in individual stalls
    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

Do horses have access to clean drinking water at all times?     Yes    

Hoof Care: How often is hoof care provided for each equine? Every 4-8 weeks and when an issue arises

Dental Care: How often is dental care provided for each equine? Annually and when an issue arises

Horse checks: How often are equines 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 equine is determined in consultation with a veterinarian

Fly/Insect Control: What remedies are used to control flies and insects?
    Feed Through Products
    Fly Traps and Tapes
    Premise Sprays/Insecticides
    Fly Spray Repellent
    Fly Masks
    Fly Sheets
    Fans

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
    Our organization follows the biosecurity guidelines of our veterinarian
    Sick, affected and/or quarantined equines do not have contact with other equines or other animals
    The organization has a written biosecurity plan
    All staff are trained in best practices related to biosecurity
    All volunteers are trained in best practices related to biosecurity
    A specific individual is assigned to care for sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Sick, affected and/or quarantined equines are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy equines
    Sick, affected and/or quarantined equines do not have contact with other equines or other animals
    Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined equines 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
    Trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined equines are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where equines are sheltered
    Equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined equines is not shared and is clearly labeled
    Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined equines is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
    Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined equines

The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
    Manure is piled in an area where equines are not located
    Manure is hauled, sold or given away

The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property:
    Equines wear halters with nametags
    A notebook or binder with photos and information on each equine is easily accessible
    A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each equine with equine names and photos
    Equine photos and profiles are available on the website
    Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with equine profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
    Staff/volunteers are provided training on conformation, markings, colors, and breeds
    Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the equines

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
    Blankets are shared
    Sheets are shared
    Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each equine appropriate to the equine's needs and the weather conditions
    Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
     Halters are shared
    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 an equine's body condition changes
    Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when an equine's disposition changes
    Assigned tack is clearly labeled
    Helmets are shared
    Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
    Helmets are replaced after a fall
    Helmets are replaced at least every five years.

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Emergency Preparedness: Central Virginia Horse Rescue: *Main This section is required.
The 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)
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
    Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
    Medical emergencies for equines
    Fire
    Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
    Protocols to notify emergency personnel


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 equines are stalled
    Permanent or temporary structures where equines are stalled are kept free of dust, cobwebs, trash, cleaning rags, and other flammable items
    Aisles and doorways are kept clear

How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Monthly
Smoke detectors are checked: Monthly
Electrical Systems are checked: Monthly
Fence lines are checked: Daily
Turnout Areas are checked: Daily
Sprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NA
Fire drills are conducted: Not at all/NA
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Monthly
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Monthly
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Not at all/NA

Equine Transportation
2-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  5 Access offsite;
3-horse van/trailer with truck:
    2 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  4 Access offsite;
4-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
6-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
8-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
10-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;