Kalakaua
Thoroughbred Gelding Age: 6 Height: 16.1 hands
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Offered by Secretariat Center
Lexington, KY
Best career/placement option for repurposing Kalakaua:
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Kalakaua is located at Secretariat Center, 4155 Walt Robertson Road, Lexington, KY 40511.
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: ~22
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 4
Pastures: 11 Paddocks/Pens/Turnout Areas: 2
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1 Covered Outdoor Rings: 0
Indoor Rings: 0
Horses do not have assigned stalls in the structure(s).
Horses are stalled for 4-8 hours per day, on average.
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
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:
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
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Equines are out 16+ hours per day
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 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
Supplement plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Equines are fed in individual stalls
Equines 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
Horses have access to clean drinking water at all times
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
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:
Fecal testing is performed prior to the use of a de-wormer.
A de-wormer is used without fecal testing
Fly/Insect Control: What remedies are used to control flies and insects? :
Fly Traps and Tapes
Fly Spray Repellent
Fly Masks
Fly Sheets
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Last Updated: 2023-07-11
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Rehoming:
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
Potential adopters/purchasers must visit our organization and be observed with the equine on site
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 grant approval 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, including being provided written notification of the name, address, and telephone number of any individual or organization intending to take possession of the equine for any reason.
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 if there is any breach of contract the equine must be returned to our organization
The agreement states that our organization reserves the right to make scheduled visits
The agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for three or more years
Our organization requires references from the following:
Veterinarian
Personal/Other
Transfer of ownership occurs:
Immediately (at the time of adoption/purchase) or less than one year
The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
Over $1,500
Additional information about our rehoming policies and practices:
Prospective adopters first complete an adoption application. The application includes a summary of the applicant's riding and horse experience, a description of the type of horse for which they are searching, photographs of the location in which any adopted horse will be living (barns and paddocks), and three references in the categories of Non-family character, Equine professional, and Veterinary. Each application is thoroughly reviewed by the Director and an Approval Committee made up of three SC Consulting Board Members. After being approved for adoption, the SC requires that all potential adopters travel to the SC and ride/meet each horse they are interested in adopting, in order for the staff to assess their ability and their personality match with the horses. Should questions be raised at any point in the approval process, the Director will contact the applicant and talk through each issue, be it fencing concerns, financial concerns, or horse-handling concerns.
All prospective adopters are required to complete a standard liability waiver prior to handling or riding any horses. At this point in the adoption process, the prospective adopter has already communicated thoroughly with either the Director or the Barn Manager, including conversations about the prospective adopter’s current riding level, skill with handling horses, type of personality desired in a horse, and current available horses that may be a match for the prospective adopter. The staff also carefully reviews the adopter’s equine professional reference that is included in the adoption application, and if necessary speaks directly to the equine professional. Upon arrival at the SC, and after signing a standard liability waiver, the prospective adopter may meet and handle any of the horses previously discussed as potential matches. The prospective adopter may then ride any of those same horses, following a ride by the Barn Manager or current Head Rider or Trainer. If at any point while the SC staff is riding the horse to show to the prospective adopter, the horse should appear unsafe for the prospective adopter to ride, or unsound in any fashion, the prospective adopter will not be allowed to ride the horse on that day. All rides occur in the SC’s arena, and if necessary, the staff may begin by lunging the rider on the horse to ensure safety.
The Adoption Contracts states that should the horse adopted from the SC prove unsuitable for the purpose adopted, it can be returned to the center at any point within 30 days of the adoption date as listed on the adoption contract. Upon return of the horse, the adopter will be given a credit for the sum initially donated at the time of the adoption, minus the expenses incurred by the SC for the care of the horse. After 30 days following the adoption date, the horse may be returned to the center based space on the campus.
The Secretariat Center tracks its adopted horses for their lifetimes. Each year, adopters must complete a Track for Life form and return it to the SC with current photos of the adopted horse. Failure to do so results in a fee. Adopters may sell their horses at any time but the individual purchasing the horse must be approved by the SC and sign a Transfer Adoption Contract. This new owner must also continue to submit Track for Life forms for the duration of the horse's life.
In regards to the care of horses who are in need of full retirement, as a retraining organization rather than a rescue, we are very selective about the horses we accept into the program. However, we do have partnerships with other TAA accredited organizations and sanctuary facilities (these maintain our track for life policy) by which we are able to secure homes for any horse that requires retirement. We also maintain excellent relationships with the majority of our horse donors, so that if necessary, horses may be returned to the donor should such circumstances arise in which future rehoming is not possible. We have a euthanasia policy for any horse that is deemed unsafe for future handling and rehoming, or are unable to maintain a significant level of pasture-soundness. For any horse that the owner reaches out to us but perhaps the horse does not meet our program parameters, we offer a list of suggestions to help owners place horses in appropriate TAA accredited organizations. Sometimes aftercare takes a village and we are lucky enough to be able to help place horses in appropriate homes and safe futures.
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Last Updated: 2023-07-11
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Secretariat Center
4155 Walt Robertson Road
Lexington KY 40511
859-246-3080
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Our Mission/How we are involved with horses:
The Secretariat Center is a 24-acre, 501(c)(3) non-profit horse adoption program located at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. The Secretariat Center's mission is to prepare off track Thoroughbreds for happy, healthy, and successful post-track careers by rehabilitating and giving them a broad-based foundation of skills to ensure a harmonious match with their adopters. We advocate for the athleticism and versatility of the American Thoroughbred and provide educational opportunities for development through horsemanship.
Primary Focus involving horses
(Horse Welfare, Public Service, Sport & Recreation):
Horse Welfare
Our organization operates programs involved with horse rescue, foster care, rehabilitation, adoption and/or retirement. Our organization's primary activity is equine rescue & adoption.
Our organization is directly responsible for the care and shelter of equines involved in our programs.
Our organization provides community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses.
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EIN: 45-3536475
Founded: 2012
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