NC laws on Horse shelters

Lol, that was the whole point of my posts. Thanks!

 

Well, when I see a horse with "inadequate" shelter, you can rest assured I will call and let the authorities decide.

 

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well that is sweet... :cheers:

 

Sometimes it's good that questions are asked, so they can be answered. Good to know who speaks from experience.

 

look don't come here first thing in the morning trying to stir things up... I'm glad we are filled with horsewomen around here. :jester::jester::jester:

 

For the OP, your choice of shelter may depend entirely on the horse(s) you are planning to buy. A healthy horse in good weight will generally do fine in this area without a run-in, provided that horse has enough hay/forage to eat (digestion of this type of food produces heat in the hindgut and helps to keep the animal warm).

For very young animals, animals with compromised immune systems/"hard keepers" or older animals, a way to get out of wind/rain is important in addition to adequate hay/forage. If you have a horse who doesn't keep his weight well in the winter, you don't want that horse burning more calories trying to stay warm.

As others have stated, sometimes horses choose not to use a run-in. This can be a result of the location of the run-in or just plain equine behavior. I like them to have the option, especially if my horse is out 24/7 and I'm not home all day. This way if a storm comes up or the temperature drops or something, the horse has the option of seeking shelter. Trees are great for shade, and a thick tree/brushline can make a good windbreak. But a run-in does the best job of providing overall protection from the elements.

I own a 5-year-old Appendix mare, and if I had her at home, I would provide a run-in or other physical shelter for her. I also blanket her if the weather is truly disgusting. She is happier turned out, so unless it's icy or raining for days at a time, she stays out.

It is also often better for older horses who get stiff or who have some arthritis to move around more, so keeping those horses out on a pasture w/ adequate shelter is often better for them in the long run.

 

Mmmmm you don't say... :cheers:

 

:hurray::hurray::hurray: I bet you have happy, well cared for horses!

 

Yes, YDS, I bet you do!

 

I'm sure, since they have provided more than trees for their horse.

 

kdc,
Let it go. You obviously have a problem with the law itself, so why don't you do something more constructive, and petition the county regarding their standards? You're wasting your time swinging at ghosts with me.

I find it hard to believe with as much experience with equines as you profess, you would have such a closed mind and offensive attitude regarding horse owners and horse care. Regardless of how I would personally take care of my horses (and you don't know that, as I have not stated it), I answered the OP's question, and defended the right of any horse owner to follow the law as it is written. I also pointed out the flexibility and interpretation that goes along with that law, and that is something that everyone should be aware of.

 

Whatever chik. I'll waste my time however I see fit and will "let it go" when helpless animals are cared for properly. Sorry if that seems to bother you for some reason. 8) Swinging at ghosts.............that's novel. :lol: