Horse Feed Lot in Harmony Pa
Omega Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
8272 Woodbine Road
Airville, PA 17302
Phone: 717-862-3322 MAKE AN INQUIRY
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EIN: 27-2849659
Founded: 2010
Profile Last Updated August 03, 2022
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AWARDED ANNUALLY
Effective Date
May 2022
The Guardian Seal of Transparency is awarded annually to recognize an organization's commitment to transparency and accountability by their willingness to make comprehensive data about their programs, horse care practices, and governance available for public scrutiny. The Guardian Seal of Transparency is NOT an endorsement.
We welcome you to donate directly to Omega Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation Center; Omega Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation Center will receive 100% of your donation made here. However, before making a donation, we encourage you to review this organization's Guardian information.
Awarded Annually
Effective Date: May 2022
Last Updated: August 05, 2022
MISSION & PROGRAMS
Mission:
We are a not for profit equine rescue, our focus is on slaughter bound horses, SPCA cruelty seizures and off track thoroughbreds. Our rescue offers adoption and placement services of unwanted equine.
Our organization provides programs involved with equine rescue & adoption
Our organization provides community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses.
Our organization is directly responsible for the care and shelter of equines involved in our programs.
100% of our total programs and services are horse-related.
Our organization uses satellite, overflow, foster, and/or outreach facilities which adhere to all the policies, procedures and practices of our organization
Number of facilities/locations where horses used in our programs are HOUSED AND CARED FOR or were HOUSED AND CARED FOR during 2021: 4
1. Omega Horse Rescue (*Main) Status: 2022 and 2021
2. Erin Sylvester's (Satellite) Status: 2021 only
3. Harmony Hollow Farm (Satellite) Status: 2021 only
4. The Equine Education Center (Satellite) Status: 2021 only
Summary of organization's goals, strategies to achieve the goals, accomplishments, and capabilities to meet the goals, including its long-term plans to sustain its programs:
Our goal for the coming year is to be more financially sustainable. We will be working with a mentor group called SCORE and hopefully hiring a grant writer to help us achieve these goals.
In 2021 Omega saved 55 equines from slaughter, and took in another 18 equines in need. We successfully adopted out 74 equines. A few will remain with Omega forever, and 15 needed to be humanely euthanized because their suffering was too far for rehabilitation.
Because of COVID lockdown, Omega was limited on the fundraising events we were able to attend in person. The most successful was Plantation Horse Trials in September, with two adoptions as well as many donations and a raffle of donated items. Through out the year, we held several fundraisers online to assist in our veterinary bills, training bills, and costs to save animals from slaughter. These fundraisers provided Omega with the resources to continue operating at the high standard we have achieved with the help of our donors and the EQUUS Foundation.
Horse Rescue, Rehabilitation, Retraining & Re-homing:
Overview of our programs involved with rescue, rehabilitation, retraining, re-homing and/or retirement:
Horses are taken from the slaughter pipeline and evaluated by a veterinarian. Those that need immediate attention are often transported to a hospital and those that just need quarantine are placed on a minimum of 30 days QT. Once out of quarantine, horses are vaccinated, dewormed, and have a dental exam performed. Once they are medically cleared and an appropriate weight they get a riding evaluation and then are set to move to one of our riding facilities based on their experience level. Adopters come to see the horses when they are deemed acceptable medically by a veterinarian and behaviorally by our instructors.
Community Outreach and/or Public Education:
Overview of our programs involved with providing community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses:
We do educational talks for a variety of groups including wellness talks at Amish Care Clinics (basic horsemanship). I'm not sure where this falls but we also are an option for community service hours for nonviolent offenders to participate in to meet their requirements. We have a variety of 4-H and Pony Club groups that also fulfill their community service hours with us.
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.
EQUINE ASSISTED SERVICE PROVIDERS
This section is required only for organizations that provide Equine Assisted Services (EAS).
GOVERNANCE, MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL REPORTING
Staff & Volunteers: Chief Staff Officer (CSO): Kelly Smith
Employees/Independent Contractors: Full-Time: 2 Part-Time: 1 Volunteers: 20
Staff Recruitment, Screening and Training processes including employees and independent contractors:
Prospective staff/independent contractors complete a written application/agreement
Our organization has a practice in place to ensure that the organization has sufficient knowledge of the background of prospective staff and independent contractors that may impact the safety of your clients and your horses, such as whether prospective staff/independent contractors serving in the capacity as staff have been convicted of a sexual offense or convicted for animal cruelty or neglect. Such practices must comply with local, state, and federal mandates.
Staff and/or contractors are required to complete a Liability Release/Hold Harmless Agreement
Staff and/or contractors are required to provide Emergency Medical Information
Staff and/or contractors provide parent/guardian information if applicable
Staff and/or contractors have a written job description
Staff and/or contractors are evaluated on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in their job description
Staff and/or contractors receive training that includes safety guidelines, confidentiality, equine handling, equine identification, and emergency procedures; additional training is job specific
Staff and/or contractors have a supervisor and is responsible for keeping their supervisor up to date on work related activities
One or more staff members or contractors are trained in equine first aid
Not Checked:
Staff and/or contractors are required to sign a Photo Release
Prospective staff/independent contractors are required to undergo a Background Check
Staff and/or contractors carry current health insurance
Staff and/or contractors are updated on all the organization's policies and procedures on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in policy or procedure
The organization provides a handbook to every member of the staff, including employees and/or independent contractors serving in staff positions;
The handbook includes information, such as hours of work, vacation, sick leave, dress code, cell phone usage, and the protocol for dismissal
The handbook is reviewed annually and updated
One or more staff members or contractors are trained in CPR and human first aid
Staff and/or contractors are subject to Random Drug Screening
Volunteer Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
Our organization has a practice in place to ensure that the organization has sufficient knowledge of the background of prospective volunteers that may impact the safety of your clients and your horses, such as whether prospective volunteers have been convicted of a sexual offense or convicted for animal cruelty or neglect. Such practices must comply with local, state, and federal mandates.
Every volunteer is required to complete a Liability Release/Hold Harmless Agreement
Every volunteer is required to provide Emergency Medical Information
Every volunteer provides parent/guardian information if applicable
The supervisor assesses the volunteer's abilities and assigns specific duties to the volunteer based on their skills
The organization holds regular orientation sessions for volunteers and prospective volunteers that includes an overview of the organization, its mission, activities, volunteer responsibilities and expectations, safety guidelines, and a tour of the facility
Not Checked:
Prospective volunteers complete a written application/agreement
Every volunteer is required to sign a Photo Release
Prospective volunteers are required to undergo a Background Check
Every volunteer carries current health insurance
Every volunteer has a written job description
Every volunteer is evaluated on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in their job description
Every volunteer is updated on all the organization's policies and procedures on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in policy or procedure
Every volunteer receives training that includes safety guidelines, confidentiality, equine handling, equine identification, and emergency procedures; additional training is job specific
Every volunteer is assigned a supervisor (staff member and/or senior volunteer) and is responsible for keeping their supervisor up to date on work related activities
The organization records and maintains written attendance information and hours on every volunteer
The organization provides a Volunteer Handbook to every volunteer
The Volunteer Handbook includes volunteer-related information, such as hours of work, dress code, cell phone usage, and the protocol for dismissal
The Volunteer Handbook is reviewed annually and updated
Every volunteer is subject to Random Drug Screening
Governing Body:
Board meetings per year: 4
Number of Board Members: 4 Number of Voting Board Members: 3
Board Compensation:
Is Board Chair compensated? No Is Treasurer compensated? No
Are there any other Voting Board Members that are compensated? Yes
If yes, provide the name, title and responsibility of each VOTING Board member who is compensated:
Director - Kelly Smith, full time
Board/Staff Relationships:
Are any members of the Board, Staff or Program Participants related to each other through family or business relationships? Yes
If yes, provide the name, title, responsibility and family/business relationship of each Board, Staff member and/or Program Participant.
The husband of the Executive Director
Board Affiliations:
Are any Board members or Staff associated with and/or compensated by another organization with a relationship or business affiliation to your organization? No
Conflict of Interest:
Does your organization have a written conflict of interest policy that ensures that any compensated board member is a NON-VOTING (Independent) board member or that any compensated board member or any board member related to a compensated staff member, independent contractor, or any related board members, or any individual or organization that might benefit from a board decision, abstains from voting on issues impacting such compensation and requires officers, directors or trustees, and key employees to disclose at least annually in writing interests that could give rise to conflicts? Yes
Compliance:
Below is a list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, and/or accreditations or compliances with the published standards of an accrediting organization, if applicable: None
Organization documents available on our website:
Equine Intake Guidelines
Adoption/Foster Agreement
Organization documents available on request:
Equine Intake Guidelines
Adoption/Foster Agreement
Bylaws
Budget: $500K to $1M
Equine Budget: $250K to $500K
Month Fiscal Year Ends: 02
Type of Financial Reporting (Audit, Review, Compilation): Review
Type of IRS Filing (990, 990-EZ, 990-N): 990
Does the uploaded Pro Forma 990/990 represent 2021? Yes
View The IRS Form 990/Pro Forma 990
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/Adoption from Owner
Our organization will accept the following:
Geldings
Mares
Pregnant Mares
Foals
Only Stallions to be castrated
Not Checked:
Stallions
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:
If health records are not available or are out-of-date, our veterinarian will administer appropriate vaccinations
Not Checked:
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.
A health certificate signed by a veterinarian and dated no more than seven days prior to arrival attesting to the health status of the equine is provided to our organization either prior to or upon arrival of the equine
Prior to a horse being accepted and/or arriving at the facility, the organization has the following policies in place:
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
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The owner of a potential equine is interviewed over the phone or in person prior to seeing the equine
The equine is evaluated at its place of residence
Following arrival of the equine at the facility, the following is performed:
Physical examination by a veterinarian upon arrival and/or prior to quarantine departure
Photographs are taken of each equine upon arrival at the facility and kept with the equine's health records
A Henneke Body Conditioning Score or other body conditioning score is assigned
Physical examination by a farrier
Physical examination by a dentist
Coggins test
Vaccinations
De-worming
The equine is scanned to check for a microchip
Not Checked:
Physical examination by trained barn staff
Blood work other than Coggins
Fecal test
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
for a prescribed period of time
The equine is confined to a designated and separate area for isolation and quarantine
for a prescribed period of time
Not Checked:
The equine is not quarantined
The typical length of quarantine is: More than 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
Jumping
Driving (Pulling a carriage)
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
Not Checked:
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
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
Physical examination by a veterinarian at least annually
Not Checked:
The Henneke Body Condition score or other body conditioning score is updated at least monthly
Photographs are taken of each equine monthly and kept with the equine's health records
Photographs are taken of each equine annually and kept with the equine's health records
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
Not Checked:
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine that is ridden
No equines are ridden; not applicable
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
Seasonal impact on the equines' workload and weight-carrying capabilities and limitations
Not Checked:
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine that is ridden
No equines are ridden; not applicable
Horses provided formal training (groundwork or riding): As needed; no set schedule
Additional information about our intake, assessment & training policies and practices:
We take many horses that have had no training and invest a lot of money to make them rideable and therefore more adoptable.
POLICIES: BREEDING
The organization has the following policies related to breeding and stallions:
The facility or facilities where our organization conducts its programs, including foster facilities, does NOT breed equines.
Not Checked:
The facility or facilities where our organization conducts its programs, including foster facilities, breeds equines
The facility or facilities where our organization conducts its programs, including foster facilities, are permitted to house stallions
Additional information about our breeding policies and practices:
We do not exclude fosters that breed horses but currently we have no fosters that are breeding facilities.
POLICIES: EUTHANASIA
The organization has the following policies related to euthanasia:
Our organization will never have an equine euthanized for space
Our organization may have a healthy equine euthanized if it is a threat to itself, other equines, or people and euthanasia is recommended by a veterinarian
Our organization may have an equine euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian after all reasonable treatment options have been explored
Euthanasia is done at the veterinarian's facility
Disposal of the carcass is handled within 24 hours
Not Checked:
Our organization will never have a healthy equine euthanized under any circumstances
Euthanasia is done on site when possible to decrease trauma from transport
The following are authorized to administer the procedure for your organization in accordance with state laws:
Veterinarian
Not Checked:
A certified euthanasia technician
Senior staff with appropriate training
Employee of animal control shelter or humane society with appropriate training
Veterinary student under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian
Not applicable. Our organization prohibits euthanasia under any circumstances
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
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
Not Checked:
Our organization does NOT re-home an equine to first time equine owners
Our organization will only re-home an equine to a location where another equine resides
Our organization conducts a site visit of the adopter/purchaser's facility before the transfer of the equine to the adopter/purchaser's facility
Potential adopters/purchasers are encouraged to do a short-term, on-site foster with the equine
Adopters/purchasers are NOT required to provide updates
The uploaded Re-homing agreement includes the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) statements:
The agreement states that re-homed equines CANNOT be sold, adopted, transferred, auctioned, released, given away, or otherwise placed into the possession of another individual or organization
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 re-homed equines cannot be bred
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 unannounced visits
The agreement states that our organization reserves the right to make scheduled visits
The agreement states that adopters/purchasers can return an equine to our organization free of charge
The agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for three or more years
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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 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 adopters/purchasers can return an equine to our organization for a fee
The agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for one year
The agreement states that adopters/purchasers are required to provide updates (photos, vet records) for two years
None of the statements are included.
The organization does not re-home equines under any circumstances; our organization retains custody of our equines and ensures care of the equines for their lifetimes.
Our organization does not have the authority to transfer ownership and/or does not own any of the equines involved with our programs.
Our organization requires references from the following:
Veterinarian
Farrier
Personal/Other
Not Checked:
Not applicable or no references required.
Transfer of ownership occurs: Our organization retains ownership of the equine for its lifetime
The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
Over $1,500
Our organization has the following policies and procedures related to horses that need to be retired, are no longer useful, or are no longer manageable:
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
If a suitable home cannot be located, and space is not available for the equine to remain at the organization, the organization will secure a suitable home for the equine and accept financial responsibility for the lifetime of the equine
Not Checked:
Equines may remain at our organization for their lifetimes
Equines may be returned to their owners
Equines may be sent to auction
If a suitable home cannot be located within 12 months, the equine may be euthanized
EQUINE CARE & SHELTER/FACILITY INFORMATION
Total facilities at which our organization cares for and shelters horses used in our programs:4
Our organization uses satellite, overflow, foster, and/or outreach facilities which adhere to all the policies, procedures and practices of our organization
Omega Horse Rescue: *Main
Erin Sylvester's: Satellite
Harmony Hollow Farm: Satellite
The Equine Education Center: Satellite
MANAGEMENT: Omega Horse Rescue: *Main
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Lease
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.
Nicole Boyer (717) 577-0319 nboyer@ycspca.org
VETERINARIAN INFORMATION: Omega Horse Rescue: *Main
Omega Horse Rescue: Vet Assessment conducted on 2022-07-13
Veterinarian: Jamie Peddy
Clinic Name: Hess Equine Veterinary Services, LLC
21279 Barrens Road S.
Stewartstown PA 17363
Phone: 717-993-5728
GROUNDS: Omega Horse Rescue: *Main
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 20
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 20
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 20
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 15
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 7
Pastures: 7 Paddocks/Pens: 1
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 0 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 inches 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? 4-8
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:
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
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
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 man-made protection for equines (i.e., shelters)
Not Checked:
This facility does not have pastures where equines can graze on pasture grass
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Pastures have natural protection for equines (i.e., trees)
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
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
Not Checked:
This facility does not have turnout areas
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
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
Equines are checked overnight
No Trespassing signs are posted
Authorized Personnel Only signs are posted
Visitors are only permitted at specific times
Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
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
Not Checked:
A security guard is present at night
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
Hold Harmless signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Visitors are always accompanied by staff (or volunteers)
The property is fitted with motion lights
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
EQUINE CARE: Omega Horse Rescue: *Main
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
The organization utilizes its own system 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
Not Checked:
Equines are fed in groups
Do horses have access to clean drinking water at all times? Yes
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: (Check all that apply
The protocol for each equine is determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Fecal testing is performed prior to the use of a de-wormer.
A de-wormer is used without fecal testing
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Fly/Insect Control: What remedies are used to control flies and insects?
Fly parasites
Fly Traps and Tapes
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
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
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
Not Checked:
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
Equines are not quarantined on arrival.
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
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
Not Checked:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
Manure piles are covered
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property:
Equines are assigned the same stall/location each day
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
Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the equines
Not Checked:
Name plates are located on the stall
Photos are located on the stall
Equines wear halters with nametags
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
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
Saddles are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits 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
Tack is cleaned after each use
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
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Not Checked:
All equines have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Saddle pads are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned weekly
Tack is cleaned only when needed
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
No equines are ridden; not applicable.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: Omega Horse Rescue: *Main
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 phone numbers are posted prominently
The facility owns or has access to a generator
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
Not Checked:
Emergency procedures are posted prominently
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
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
Not Checked:
Heaters with automatic shutoff settings are used
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Quarterly
Smoke detectors are checked: Quarterly
Electrical Systems are checked: Quarterly
Fence lines are checked: Weekly
Turnout Areas are checked: Weekly
Sprinkler systems are checked: Quarterly
Fire drills are conducted: Annually
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Annually
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Annually
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Not at all/NA
Equine Transportation
Owned onsite: 1 3-horse van/trailer with truck
Owned onsite: 1 6-horse van/trailer with truck
Access onsite but not owned: 1 2-horse van/trailer with truck
Access offsite: 1 2-horse van/trailer with truck
MANAGEMENT: Erin Sylvester's: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
VETERINARIAN INFORMATION: Erin Sylvester's: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
GROUNDS: Erin Sylvester's: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EQUINE CARE: Erin Sylvester's: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EMERGENCY PREPARENDESS: Erin Sylvester's: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
MANAGEMENT: Harmony Hollow Farm: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
VETERINARIAN INFORMATION: Harmony Hollow Farm: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
GROUNDS: Harmony Hollow Farm: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EQUINE CARE: Harmony Hollow Farm: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EMERGENCY PREPARENDESS: Harmony Hollow Farm: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
MANAGEMENT: The Equine Education Center: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
VETERINARIAN INFORMATION: The Equine Education Center: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
GROUNDS: The Equine Education Center: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EQUINE CARE: The Equine Education Center: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EMERGENCY PREPARENDESS: The Equine Education Center: Satellite
This section is not required as it is not an active facility for our organization.
EQUINE CENSUS SUMMARY
Total Facilities: 4
The Equine Education Center: 2021 - Yes
Omega Horse Rescue: 2021 - Yes
Harmony Hollow Farm: 2021 - Yes
Erin Sylvester's: 2021 - Yes
35 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2021 Summary: 35 on 1/1/2021+ 74 Intakes - 98 Departures = 11 on 12/31/2021 Total days that equines were in the care of Omega Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation Center during 2021: 12394 Omega Horse Rescue (*Main) Status: 2021 only Summary: 27 on 1/1/2021+ 73 Intakes - 89 Departures = 11 on 12/31/2021 73 Horse Intake Detail during 2021 0 74 Re-homing Detail Horses adopted/sold by breed, age & gender during 2021: Erin Sylvester's (Satellite) Status: 2021 only Summary: 2 on 1/1/2021+ 0 Intakes - 2 Departures = 0 on 12/31/2021 2 Re-homing Detail Horses adopted/sold by breed, age & gender during 2021: Harmony Hollow Farm (Satellite) Status: 2021 only Summary: 4 on 1/1/2021+ 1 Intakes - 5 Departures = 0 on 12/31/2021 1 Horse Intake Detail during 2021 0 4 Re-homing Detail Horses adopted/sold by breed, age & gender during 2021: The Equine Education Center (Satellite) Status: 2021 only Summary: 2 on 1/1/2021+ 0 Intakes - 2 Departures = 0 on 12/31/2021 2 Re-homing Detail Horses adopted/sold by breed, age & gender during 2021:
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2021
11 Donated
0 Lease
0 Purchase from Owner
7 Auction
55 Kill Pen/Feedlot
0 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
1 Born at facility
0 Adoption from Rescue
74 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2021
82 Horses adopted/sold:
0 Horses transferred/returned
0 Horses deceased
16 Horses euthanized
98 Total departures
11 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2021
11 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
0 Total number of horses permanently retired.
27 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2021
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2021
10 Donated
0 Lease
0 Purchase from Owner
7 Auction
55 Kill Pen/Feedlot
0 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
1 Born at facility
0 Adoption from rescue
73 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2021
74 Horses adopted/sold:
0 Horses transferred/returned
0 Horses deceased
15 Horses euthanized
89 Total departures
11 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2021
11 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
0 Total number of horses permanently retired.
10 Donated 0
1 Donkey/Mule/Burro 1 Aged 6-91 Mares
1 Draft 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings
2 Miniature Horse 2 Aged 10-141 Geldings1 Mares
1 Morgan 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
1 Quarter Horse 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
4 Thoroughbred 2 Aged 6-92 Mares 2 Aged 15-202 Geldings
0 Leased 0
0 Purchased from Owner 0
7 Auction 0
1 Arabian 1 Aged 6-91 Mares
1 Miniature Horse 1 Aged 10-141 Mares
1 Morgan 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
1 Paint 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings
1 Quarter Horse 1 Aged Under 61 Stallions
1 Standardbred 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
1 Thoroughbred 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings
55 Kill Pen/Feedlot 0
1 Arabian 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
5 Donkey/Mule/Burro 2 Aged 6-92 Geldings 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings 2 Aged Over 202 Geldings
1 Draft 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
1 Mustang 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
15 Miniature Horse 2 Aged Under 62 Mares 7 Aged 6-96 Geldings1 Mares 5 Aged 10-142 Geldings3 Mares 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
1 Morgan 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
7 Quarter Horse 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings 1 Aged 10-141 Mares 5 Aged 15-203 Geldings2 Mares
5 Standardbred 2 Aged 10-142 Geldings 3 Aged 15-202 Geldings1 Mares
2 Tennessee Walking Horse 0 Aged Under 6 1 Aged 6-91 Mares 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
3 Thoroughbred 3 Aged 6-92 Geldings1 Mares
1 Warm Blood 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
3 Grade/Mixed Breed/Unknown 1 Aged 6-91 Mares 2 Aged 10-142 Geldings
2 Other 2 Aged 15-201 Geldings1 Mares
1 Haflinger 1 Aged 10-141 Geldings
1 Paso Fino 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
2 Appendix Quarter Horse 1 Aged 10-141 Mares 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
4 Pony 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings 2 Aged 15-201 Geldings1 Mares 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
0 Surrendered 0
0 Seized 0
0 Abandoned 0
0 Returned 0
0 Transferred 0
1 Born at facility 0
1 Morgan 1 Aged Under 61 Geldings
0 Adoption from rescue 0
1 American Saddlebred 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
5 Donkey/Mule/Burro 2 Aged 6-92 Geldings 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings 2 Aged Over 202 Geldings
3 Draft 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings 2 Aged 15-201 Geldings1 Mares
1 Mustang 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
24 Miniature Horse 1 Aged Under 61 Mares 9 Aged 6-97 Geldings2 Mares 13 Aged 10-145 Geldings8 Mares 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
2 Morgan 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
1 Paint 1 Aged Under 61 Mares
8 Quarter Horse 1 Aged Under 61 Geldings 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings 1 Aged 10-141 Geldings 5 Aged 15-203 Geldings2 Mares
5 Standardbred 2 Aged 10-142 Geldings 3 Aged 15-203 Geldings
2 Tennessee Walking Horse 1 Aged Under 61 Geldings 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
6 Thoroughbred 5 Aged 6-92 Geldings3 Mares 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
1 Warm Blood 1 Aged 15-201 Mares
1 Grade/Mixed Breed/Unknown 1 Aged 10-141 Geldings
2 Other 2 Aged 15-201 Geldings1 Mares
2 Haflinger 2 Aged 10-142 Geldings
1 Paso Fino 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
1 Pinto 1 Aged Under 61 Mares
2 Appendix Quarter Horse 1 Aged 6-91 Mares 1 Aged 10-141 Mares
6 Pony 1 Aged Under 61 Geldings 1 Aged 6-91 Geldings 1 Aged 10-141 Geldings 3 Aged 15-201 Geldings2 Mares
2 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2021
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2021
0 Donated
0 Lease
0 Purchase from Owner
0 Auction
0 Kill Pen/Feedlot
0 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
0 Born at facility
0 Adoption from rescue
0 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2021
2 Horses adopted/sold:
0 Horses transferred/returned
0 Horses deceased
0 Horses euthanized
2 Total departures
0 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2021
0 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
0 Total number of horses permanently retired.
1 Draft 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
1 Thoroughbred 1 Aged 6-91 Mares
4 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2021
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2021
1 Donated
0 Lease
0 Purchase from Owner
0 Auction
0 Kill Pen/Feedlot
0 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
0 Born at facility
0 Adoption from rescue
1 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2021
4 Horses adopted/sold:
0 Horses transferred/returned
0 Horses deceased
1 Horses euthanized
5 Total departures
0 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2021
0 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
0 Total number of horses permanently retired.
1 Donated 0
1 Morgan 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
0 Leased 0
0 Purchased from Owner 0
0 Auction 0
0 Kill Pen/Feedlot 0
0 Surrendered 0
0 Seized 0
0 Abandoned 0
0 Returned 0
0 Transferred 0
0 Born at facility 0
0 Adoption from rescue 0
1 American Saddlebred 1 Aged 15-201 Geldings
1 Morgan 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
2 Pony 1 Aged 10-141 Geldings 1 Aged Over 201 Geldings
2 Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2021
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2021
0 Donated
0 Lease
0 Purchase from Owner
0 Auction
0 Kill Pen/Feedlot
0 Surrendered
0 Seized
0 Abandoned
0 Returned
0 Transfer
0 Born at facility
0 Adoption from rescue
0 Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2021
2 Horses adopted/sold:
0 Horses transferred/returned
0 Horses deceased
0 Horses euthanized
2 Total departures
0 Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2021
0 Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
0 Total number of horses permanently retired.
2 Quarter Horse 2 Aged 6-92 Geldings
Source: https://www.equusfoundation.org/action-centers/action-center-profile-page.php?id=444
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