Is that legal? I can't imagine anyone subjecting animals to the sun, rain, wind, storms, and snow. It is 95* and in the winter it can get below freezing. All animals should have a place to get in out of the weather. What can I do?
2006-08-26 18:00:36 · 20 answers · asked by Patty 4 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I live in Tennessee
2006-08-26 19:20:05 · update #1
MAKE A CALL TO YOUR HUMANE SOCIETY IN CONSERNS FOR THE HORSE. MAYBE SEVERAL CALLS WILL GET IT FIXED. IF NO GOOD THEN CALL T.E.A.R.S THEY WILL COME RIGHT AWAY.THEY CAN SOLVE ANY PROBLEM YOU MAY HAVE.
2006-08-27 14:54:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the neighbors are ignorant to horses. Horse usually don't use shelter in the wild. And when it rained my brilliant horse would stand out in the rain away from the shelter. It was useless. But we did have one, just in case. It never snows here though, so I'm not sure what to say about that.
If there are no trees, then that is a problem! Horses will stand in the shade when it gets too hot, so call the spca or a local rescue horse agency. Or if the horse's health is declining call the police.
Or maybe you should talk to the neighbor about their horse and casually ask when they will be putting their shelter up for it. Maybe they will get the hint or they are in the process of getting one, but they shouldn't put the cart before the horse you know.
Whatever you feel is right do it. The horse should be better cared for.
2006-08-27 01:14:41 · answer #2 · answered by troll05 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In fact, wild horses do live out in the sun, rain, wind, storms and snow. And they survive very nicely. If you feel your neighbor is abusing his animal, contact your local SPCA and check with them to see if he is in violation. Most field horses do at least have a tree or a shelter of some sort. Is this the first year he's had it? Perhaps he'll add a shelter when the weather changes.
2006-08-27 01:08:39 · answer #3 · answered by old lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the temp gets up during the day the horse would rather stand outside than roast in side of a barn, but the horse does need some kind of open shade. were he can get a breeze.
most horse would rather stand out in the rain than in a shelter in a storm. helps get the dirt out of there coat so there skin can breathe.
a horse will stand in the wind with his tail to it so as to keep the dust out of there eyes. but will use a wind brake if the wind is strong.
is a shelter mandatory that depends on local laws as well as state laws, is it a good idea yes one that is open with only one wall. this will provide shade when the horse wants it and a wind brake when he/she needs it.
if the horse has plenty of fresh water, and is feed right exposer should not be a problem. but i hope this guy has a good salt bloke out for his horse if the temps are getting into the 90's
2006-08-27 17:13:18 · answer #4 · answered by cowboy up 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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No shelter in sight
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Good to be alert!
There should at least be water there! Some shady trees would be excellent.
However, cattle and horses are left on rangeland, living much they way they did in the wild. Mustangs and wild burros have no shelter either. (or wild zebras for that matter)
They do need water, and it is nice to have shade of some sort. Wild horses will stand together in the blazing Nevada sun on bare rangeland (temps exceed 120 degree F) and brush flies off each other and sleep in the sun with their lips hanging loose.
If the neighbor's horse is alone, that's kinda sad but not serious. If he has no water, then that is seriousl. Horses do much better than dogs do when it is hot out and there is no shelter. They can sweat over a large part of their bodies, insides of legs, their necks, etc. Rangeland horses can be dripping with sweat standing in the sun.
I'm not saying your neighbor is right but are we also going to go build shelters for all those mustangs in the US and those brumby horses down under so they can live like the horses we see in pretty barns? Urbanization of humans have changed the way they perceive animals. Horses are a very adaptive species.
I've owned several horses and my first one was pastured on a mountain with no shelter but the trees. She drank from a stream and came running to the ranch when I beat on an empty bucket with a tire iron. She'd get grain and I could halter her and just enjoy grooming and brushing her. My current horse who is the first one's daughter, spends her entire days in the sunshine on a large spacious paddock - she complete freedom if she wants, to a cool shady barn but she likes being in the open where she can see everything coming and going. She goes out to the side of her paddock when a car slows down, and walks up nickering for attention. We have chickens and dogs too.
2006-08-27 01:21:43 · answer #5 · answered by Cobangrrl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your neighbor should have built some kind of shelter. However, check with the local laws before you do anything. Animals are outdoor creatures & with shade trees and brush, it might meet their comfort levels. What about adequate food & water supply? Does she supply these? Do the animals look malnourished, or are they kicking up their heels and playing with energy?
If nothing else is wrong & this still troubles you, then perhaps you might speak to her & help her build a shelter. You might also help build an indoor stall and maybe even get the neighborhood to contribute to a right proper barn and arena.
2006-08-27 01:08:47 · answer #6 · answered by Shadow 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes the horse should have a shelter. It also should be stalled at night to keep away from any wild animals,unexpected weather...etc Oh yea and during the winter horses can wear special blankets for them to stay worm. I would go over to your neighbors and explane that the horse needs a shelter asap!
2006-08-27 01:46:51 · answer #7 · answered by suppppppppppp♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most horses have an instinct for open range, Our broodmares are always outside, they have woods they can go to if they want. The only time our horses are inside is right before a show, or when we are working with them. Unlike some neighbors that barn keep theirs, we have not had the problems of illness' and misbehaviors because of bordem. Leaving them out will quickly make them stronger, we have never lost one to the elements.
2006-08-27 23:39:09 · answer #8 · answered by Couto 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to find out what the laws are for your area...
I dont think this would be very pleasant and have seen a horse with ears that had been frost bit off - in fact the horses name was STUBBY...
some breeds of horses are very tough but I would still call and ask what the rules are in your area.. if the horse has no food or water then for sure they can probably remove the horse legally but I am not sure about shelter for all areas
2006-08-27 01:07:13 · answer #9 · answered by CF_ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
absolutely call a local aspca... all animals when kept outside are required by law to have adequate shelter and water available at ALL times. at the very least, a visit from animal control and a citation may be just the thing for your neighbors to take better care of their pet. if not this horse will finally get the care that it needs from someone who will care
2006-08-27 01:07:02 · answer #10 · answered by madfly80 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there any trees on this property? Horse do live in the wild with freezing temperatures and they can live in hot temperatures depending on the breed of the horse. The Arab horse is use to hot temperatures. Does this person rug there horse?, this also a way of protecting them from the elements
2006-08-27 02:08:29 · answer #11 · answered by MJane21 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋