Boarders

We do regular analysis on the hay that we use.  The following articles outline how to interpret the hay analysis for the use of equestrian feed: 

• University of Minnesota Extension - Understanding Your Hay Analysis

• The Horse - Understanding Horse Hay Analysis Results

• Iowa State University, Equine Science - Equine Extension

• University of Guelph hay info sheet

• Understanding Your CVAS Forage Laboratory Report

No, we do not rent horses for public riding.

Yes, anyone that will be involved with horses at LTRA must sign a waiver.  Waivers are available online through this link.

Horse care and treatment can be a controversial topic, often with many differing opinions. We refer our horse care standards to the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Equines that the National Farm Animal Care Council provides. We will reference this standard along with the recommendations of equestrian veterinarians regarding horse care.

The code of practice is available through the link below:

• Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Equines

• National Farm Animal Care Council

Because of our obligation to the well-being of the horses under our care, owners consent to any medical treatment deemed advisable in an emergency if you or your veterinarian cannot be contacted.

The arena has not completely dried out from the water seepage into the base. This has caused the clay base to be saturated and the sand does not adhere to the base. Horses being turned out, rolling, or jumping higher than 2 feet displaces sand and creates holes or chunks in the base. In order for us to maintain the integrity of the base we truly need our arena users to follow the rules.

These are temporary measures until the base firms up and the sand no longer becomes displaced from use. We would like to avoid the future closure of the arena if these rules continue to go unfollowed.

Please keep in mind the following:

• Do not turn your horse out in the arena

• If your horse rolls, ensure that you rake the surrounding sand that was displaced during the rolling

• Jumping only 2 feet in height or less

• Horses' feet must be cleaned on the concrete before going into the arena - please sweep up the mess when you have finished cleaning their feet, not after you are done riding

• Clean up manure immediately

To ensure the safety and integrity of the therapeutic programs and other facility users, all animals while at LTRA must be vetted through appropriate organizations to be classified as a therapeutic animal. For example:

• Horses, ponies and donkeys must complete the LTRA Intake process.

• Service dogs must comply with the Service Dogs Act and Service Dogs Qualifications Regulations of Alberta and LTRA must be provided with their Service dog ID card.

• Emotional support animals (“ESA”) provide support or comfort to someone with a physical, medical, emotional or psychological impairment or disability. LTRA must be provided with an ESA letter from a qualified mental health professional.

• All other animals must be vetted by LTRA as meeting the criteria for therapeutic services.

Animals not meeting the above criteria must not be brought to LTRA. All approved Therapeutic animals brought to LTRA must be managed appropriately when on-site and include the following:

• Horses, ponies and donkeys must have a halter and lead shank when not in a paddock or pen and must not be left unattended for extended periods of time.

• Dogs and other animals must be on a short leash and not left unattended.

Additional websites that deal with Service Dogs and Emotional Service Animals (“ESA”):

• Service Dogs in Alberta

• Emotional Support Animal Canada Laws: What You Must Know

Before bringing your horse to LTRA for boarding, a 4-way vaccine must be administered at least 2 weeks ahead of time. A deworming paste must also be administered at this time.

LTRA is a no-smoking facility. The only leeway that will be allowed is that smoking can be done in a personal vehicle, provided that all smoking residue (ashes and butts) is kept in the vehicle's ashtray and not out the window. Because of workplace safety and health considerations for other employees, this allowance does not include company-owned vehicles.

The non-smoking rule cannot be overstated considering the amount of flammable material on site, and the consequences of a facility fire. This is a policy that will be strictly enforced.