Question: Should you have a “no dogs” policy at your barn? Answer: It depends. Many horse-lovers are also often dog-lovers and therefore, enjoy the experience of bringing their dogs out to the barn when they come out to ride. It affords dogs the opportunity to be in the fresh air and around the horses…
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Great Day Hunting with the Woodford Hounds
GREAT DAY FOXHUNTING WITH THE WOODFORD HOUNDS I had the pleasure of joining my sister, Maria Cellarosi-Yorba (Plainfield Farm LLC) and my nephew, Cian Cellarosi-Yorba, as a guest of the Woodford Hounds on their Thanksgiving Hunt. The local newspaper captured this photo of us immediately following the blessing of the Woodford Hounds at Shaker Village…
Protection for the Stable Owner When a Boarder has a Recurrent Riding Guest
What should a stable consider in protecting itself when a boarder has a guest that frequently rides their horse – often more frequently than the boarder? There is no boarding agreement executed with this person because they are not the party paying for the horse and its upkeep. In light of this atypical relationship, how…
5 Steps to Build a Better Emergency Contact Sheet for Your Stable
Consider the scenario when a horse boarded with your barn begins to colic and the owner is traveling the globe with limited, if any, access to phone and email. With no owner to speak to, questions posed to the barn owner become – what vet to use? Is the horse a surgical candidate? Is there…
5 Common Legal Mistakes to Avoid When Establishing, Operating Your Equine Business
While we must plan for success in owning and operating an equine business, everyone knows that horses can often bring the unexpected. To avoid unforeseen legal pitfalls, equine business owners must take care to avoid these common legal mistakes. 1. Failure to Use Contracts The importance of using contracts in connection with your equine…