GallopNYC Therapeutic Horsemanship
8803 70th Road
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: 646-450-1618
EIN: 05-0615968
Founded: 2005
Last Updated
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GallopNYC Therapeutic Horsemanship
EQUINE WELFARE NETWORK GUARDIAN PROFILE
Effective Date: May 31, 2019
We are proud to be an EQUUS Foundation Guardian and share our horse care & use practices
with the public.
MISSION & PROGRAMS
Mission:GallopNYCis a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2005. GallopNYC uses therapeutic horse back riding to help people in NYC with disabilities walk, talk and learn, inspiring them to live their lives as fully, independently and productively as possible.
Our organization conducts Equine Assisted Services which are in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS).
Our organization provides community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses.
Our organization is directly responsible for the care and shelter of some of the equines involved in our programs and some of the equines in our programs are cared for and sheltered by other organization(s).
*Missing% of our total programs and services are horse-related.
Our organization operates programs or activities involved with animals other than horses. *Missing
Number of facilities/locations where horses used in our programs are HOUSED AND CARED FOR or were HOUSED AND CARED FOR during 2020: *Missing
1. Bronx Equestrian Center
2. GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
3. GallopNYC- Forest Hills**Error in number of facilities.
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities: *Missing
Our organization has made equines available for research studies or medical training: *MissingOur organization has sold, donated or given an equine to an auction or considered selling, donating, or giving an equine to an auction: *Missing
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:
In 2017, GallopNYC accomplished a first step in our strategic plan, when we acquired two stables to operate exclusively for our programs. This has enabled us to dramatically expand the number of riders we serve and the type of programs.
Our long term plan is to have a full time facility in every borough of NYC. Our next steps will likely be Brooklyn and the Bronx. Shorter term we plan to erect a covered arena at Sunrise Stables in Howard Beach.
For sustainability, in addition to expanding our fundraising efforts, we are building revenue generating programs, including recreational riding and executive coaching.
Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
Our organization provides the following equine assisted services (EAS):
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Equine-Assisted Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Speech-Language Pathology
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Personal and/or Professional Development
Not Checked:
Therapeutic Driving Services
Therapeutic Vaulting Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy/Counseling (Mental Health)
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Academic Learning
Overview of our programs involved with providing EAS to individuals with special needs:
Our primary programs are Therapeutic Riding programs, serving hundreds of riders a week in peak seasons. These are typically half hour group lessons. Over 50% of our riders have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. All of our riders are subsidized, as we keep fees below costs, and about 60% have additional fee subsidies. We establish life skills goals for each rider and measure progress towards those goals.
Hippotherapy: One physical therapists with Hipptherapy credentials bring clients to us or work with clients we refer.
We offer extensive Veterans' Programs (Equines for Heroes), including riding and unmounted programs. We launched a special group for women veterans last year, and have developed programs for veterans to bring their children to learn about horses together.
GallopNYC is developing Leadership and Job Skills Programs primarily for people with disabilities but also for broader groups such as teens. These programs are mostly unmounted and use horsemanship skills to help people discover and develop leadership skills, and job skills such as responsibility and problem solving.
Our programs for At Risk Youth are offered in conjunction with agencies serving at risk youth in residential programs. Programs include riding and horsemanship (and barn chores). The agency social workers build life lessons on the horse programs
Our Howard Beach neighborhood is characterized by a high proportion of senior citizens and a low proportion of services for them. In our Seniors' Program, older residents learn horsemanship, enjoy lunch and have an opportunity to volunteer with our TR programs for youngsters. The program has proven to be very popular.
At a time when equestrian sports are under pressure to protect horses while making those sports more accessible, so too must all equine organizations ensure that horses are treated humanely when interacting with people with and without special needs. Our organization takes the following steps to ensure that horses are benefiting from their interactions with people:
We invest a great deal of time and effort into ensuring that our horses are treated humanely.
We use the methodology of Chris Irwin and work with him and an expert in his methods Emily Commin regularly. The goal of this work is the well being (stress-less life) of our horses.
One key goal is that all of the many people who work with our horses handle them in consistent ways. We teach our riders and volunteers these same techniques.
We have the full panoply of horse care and management, and keep careful track of horse use and behavioral issues, if any. We use our database system (Salesforce) and our team chat tool (Slack) to keep all GallopNYC staff apprised of issues with our horses, such as lameness, or girthy- ness or boredom or souring.
We also rotate horses between our barns so that those in Forest Hills can get more turn out. And we have implemented staff trail rides in FH to give our horses some time with balanced riders in a more relaxed setting.
Hours of use are set for our horses, generally using PATH guidelines but we can mandate less use if needed by a horse.
Community Outreach and/or Public Education:
Overview of our programs involved with providing community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses:
We see our role as spreading the word about the power of horses to help people.
We have a full collection of social media which we use to inform the public about our programs.
In addition we have specific outreach programs:
We offer a Public Horse Education program, which extends free of charge introductory lessons to the general public a couple of hours each week at both of our park sites when we are in session in the parks.
We also host open houses at the two stables we own, generally twice a year at each, where neighbors are welcomed to our site and offered introductory lessons.
We offer twice yearly Chris Irwin Horsemanship Clinics - these are revenue raisers for us and we charge a fee.
Frequent workshops on TR and horsemanship are open to volunteers free of charge. We offer discounted price riding lessons to volunteers who have logged a set number of hours.
Our Programs/Activities that are not equine-related and/or involving animals other than equines:
*Missing
Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
Our organization provides the following Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Equine-Assisted Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Speech-Language Pathology
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Personal and/or Professional Development
Therapeutic Driving Services
Therapeutic Vaulting Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy/Counseling (Mental Health)
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Academic Learning
Overview of our programs involved with providing EAS to individuals with special needs:
Our primary programs are Therapeutic Riding programs, serving hundreds of riders a week in peak seasons. These are typically half hour group lessons. Over 50% of our riders have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. All of our riders are subsidized, as we keep fees below costs, and about 60% have additional fee subsidies. We establish life skills goals for each rider and measure progress towards those goals.
Hippotherapy: One physical therapists with Hipptherapy credentials bring clients to us or work with clients we refer.
We offer extensive Veterans' Programs (Equines for Heroes), including riding and unmounted programs. We launched a special group for women veterans last year, and have developed programs for veterans to bring their children to learn about horses together.
GallopNYC is developing Leadership and Job Skills Programs primarily for people with disabilities but also for broader groups such as teens. These programs are mostly unmounted and use horsemanship skills to help people discover and develop leadership skills, and job skills such as responsibility and problem solving.
Our programs for At Risk Youth are offered in conjunction with agencies serving at risk youth in residential programs. Programs include riding and horsemanship (and barn chores). The agency social workers build life lessons on the horse programs
Our Howard Beach neighborhood is characterized by a high proportion of senior citizens and a low proportion of services for them. In our Seniors' Program, older residents learn horsemanship, enjoy lunch and have an opportunity to volunteer with our TR programs for youngsters. The program has proven to be very popular.
At a time when equestrian sports are under pressure to protect horses while making those sports more accessible, so too must all equine organizations ensure that horses are treated humanely when interacting with people with and without special needs. Our organization takes the following steps to ensure that horses are benefiting from their interactions with people:
We invest a great deal of time and effort into ensuring that our horses are treated humanely.
We use the methodology of Chris Irwin and work with him and an expert in his methods Emily Commin regularly. The goal of this work is the well being (stress-less life) of our horses.
One key goal is that all of the many people who work with our horses handle them in consistent ways. We teach our riders and volunteers these same techniques.
We have the full panoply of horse care and management, and keep careful track of horse use and behavioral issues, if any. We use our database system (Salesforce) and our team chat tool (Slack) to keep all GallopNYC staff apprised of issues with our horses, such as lameness, or girthy- ness or boredom or souring.
We also rotate horses between our barns so that those in Forest Hills can get more turn out. And we have implemented staff trail rides in FH to give our horses some time with balanced riders in a more relaxed setting.
Hours of use are set for our horses, generally using PATH guidelines but we can mandate less use if needed by a horse.
Community Outreach and/or Public Education:
Overview of our programs involved with providing community outreach and/or public education programs involving horses:
We see our role as spreading the word about the power of horses to help people.
We have a full collection of social media which we use to inform the public about our programs.
In addition we have specific outreach programs:
We offer a Public Horse Education program, which extends free of charge introductory lessons to the general public a couple of hours each week at both of our park sites when we are in session in the parks.
We also host open houses at the two stables we own, generally twice a year at each, where neighbors are welcomed to our site and offered introductory lessons.
We offer twice yearly Chris Irwin Horsemanship Clinics - these are revenue raisers for us and we charge a fee.
Frequent workshops on TR and horsemanship are open to volunteers free of charge. We offer discounted price riding lessons to volunteers who have logged a set number of hours.
Our Programs/Activities that are not equine-related and/or involving animals other than equines:
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EQUINE ASSISTED SERVICE PROVIDERS
Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
Our organization provides the following Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Equine-Assisted Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Speech-Language Pathology
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Personal and/or Professional Development
Not Checked:
Therapeutic Driving Services
Therapeutic Vaulting Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy/Counseling (Mental Health)
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Academic Learning
2: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at Bronx Equestrian Center
18: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
18: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at GallopNYC- Forest Hills
1. Alessandra Sorrento
2. Alicia Kershaw
3. Amanda Gallo
4. Catherine Groene
5. Cindy Krewson
6. Claudia Carmel
7. Dana Fairbairn
8. Dianne Garcia
9. Dylan Brown
10. James Wilson
11. Jenna Payne
12. Juli Mossoff
13. Katherine Anderson
14. Katherine Murrell
15. Katti Battaglia
16. Leslie Lewis
17. Lola Fennimore
18. Maya Shallcross
19. Victoria Fullerton
Chief Staff Officer (CSO): *Missing
Employees: Full-Time: *Missing Part-Time: *Missing Volunteers: *Missing
Staff Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
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Volunteer Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
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Governing Body:
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Board Compensation:
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Are there any other Voting Board Members that are compensated? *Missing
Board/Staff Relationships:
Are any members of the Board or Staff related to each other through family or business relationships? *Missing
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? *Missing
Conflict of Interest:
Does your organization have a written conflict of interest policy and regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy, including requiring officers, directors or trustees, and key employees to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? *Missing
Organization documents available on our website:
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Organization documents available on request:
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Financial Reporting:
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Equine Budget: *Missing
Month Fiscal Year Ends: *Missing
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Type of IRS Filing (990, 990-EZ, 990-N): *Missing
Does the uploaded Pro Forma 990/990 represent 2020? *Missing
IRS Form 990/Pro Forma 990 has not been uploaded for this facility.
**Equine Costs *Missing/*Error
**Equine Costs or Census *Missing/*Error Average direct cost per day per horse: $0
**Equine Costs or Census *Missing/*Error Average total cost per day per horse: $0
**Equine Census *Missing/*Error Average length of stay for an equine: 0 days (/0)
Horses/equines are acquired from the following sources: *Missing
Donation *Missing
Free Lease *Missing
Purchase/Adoption from Owner *Missing
Purchase from auction *Missing
Purchase from kill pen or feedlot *Missing
Return *Missing
Surrender *Missing
Seizure *Missing
Abandonment *Missing
Our organization will accept the following:
Geldings*Missing
Mares*Missing
Pregnant Mares*Missing
Foals*Missing
Stallions*Missing
Only Stallions to be castrated*Missing
Intake, Assessment & Training
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:
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Prior to a horse being accepted and/or arriving at the facility, the organization has the following policies in place:
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Upon intake, the organization has the following quarantine policy in place:
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The typical length of quarantine is: *Missing
Following arrival of the equine at the facility, the following is performed:
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Following arrival at the facility, the horse is assessed for following skills and behaviors:
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Horses provided formal training (groundwork or riding): *Missing
Breeding
The organization has the following policies related to breeding and stallions:
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Euthanasia
The organization has the following policies related to euthanasia:
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Horses will be euthanized upon the recommendation of:
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The following are authorized to administer the procedure for your organization in accordance with state laws:
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The organization utilizes the following methods of euthanasia:
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Rehoming
Our organization has the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) policies and procedures in place:
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The uploaded Re-homing agreement includes the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) statements:
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Our organization requires references from the following:
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Transfer of ownership occurs: *Missing
The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
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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:
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Re-homing Agreement *Missing
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities: *Missing
Bronx Equestrian Center:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables:
GallopNYC- Forest Hills:
Bronx Equestrian Center
Bronx Equestrian Center
9 Shore Rd. Bronx NY 10464
Contact: James Wilson
Contact's Phone: 646-450-1618
Contact's Email: James@GallopNYC.org
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Use
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*Missing
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.
ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes
Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY: 2
Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)
1. Katherine Murrell
2. Victoria Fullerton
Bronx Equestrian Center:
Grounds
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 3
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 0
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 30
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 30
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 1
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 0 Paddocks/Pens: 3
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1 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 feet 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? 9-12
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 1 to 3 hours per day
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
No Trespassing signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Bronx Equestrian Center
Veterinarian Information
*Vet Assessment Not Current.
Veterinarian: Dr. Dennis Farrell
69 Wading River Hollow Rd.
Ridge NY 11961
Phone: 516-984-7302
Equine Care
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Notebook or equivalent (technology not utilized)
Our organization utilizes a software application to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Horses are provided with individualized feeding plans, including supplements, according to age and any health issues
Supplement plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Water sources, i.e., buckets, troughs, automatic waterers, etc. are kept clean, free of debris and chemicals, and protected from weather and other animals
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
Equine age, weight, breed, body condition, fitness, balance, health and soundness
Participant weight, height, body proportions, balance, fitness and riding skills as well as behavioral issues and safety concerns
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
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? Annually and when an issue arises
Horse checks: How often are horses visually and physically checked by personnel at the facility? Every 2 or 3 days
Parasite Control: Our organization has the following worming protocols in place: (Check all that apply
A de-wormer is used without fecal testing
Fly/Insect Control: What remedies are used to control flies and insects?
Fly Spray Repellent
Fly Masks
The following represent the biosecurity practices in place at facility:
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Horses wear halters with nametags
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Tack is cleaned only when needed
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Emergency Preparedness
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:
The facility maintains at least two weeks of hay, feed, shavings and medications
The facility maintains appropriate liability and/or workers' compensation insurance
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 horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses are stalled are kept free of dust, cobwebs, trash, cleaning rags, and other flammable items
Aisles and doorways are kept clear
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Annually
Electrical Systems are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Daily
Turnout Areas are checked: Daily
Sprinkler systems are checked: Annually
Fire drills are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Annually
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Quarterly
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 1 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
Equine Assisted Services (EAS)
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
80-98 Linden Blvd. Howard Beach NY 11414
Contact: James Wilson
Contact's Phone: 646-450-1618
Contact's Email: james@gallopnyc.org
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Own
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*Missing
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.
ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes
Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY: 18
Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)
1. Alessandra Sorrento
2. Alicia Kershaw
3. Amanda Gallo
4. Catherine Groene
5. Cindy Krewson
6. Claudia Carmel
7. Dana Fairbairn
8. Dianne Garcia
9. Dylan Brown
10. James Wilson
11. Jenna Payne
12. Juli Mossoff
13. Katherine Anderson
14. Katherine Murrell
15. Katti Battaglia
16. Leslie Lewis
17. Lola Fennimore
18. Maya Shallcross
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables:
Grounds
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 17
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 0
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 20
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 22
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 5
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 2 Paddocks/Pens: 3
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1 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 feet 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? 9-12
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 4 to 8 hours per day
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
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 have natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for the maintenance of turnout areas
All turnout areas 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
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
No Trespassing signs are posted
Hold Harmless signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
The property is fitted with motion lights
The perimeter of the property is fully fenced
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
Veterinarian Information
*Vet Assessment Not Current.
Veterinarian: Dennis Farrell, DVM
69 Wading River Hollow Road
Ridge NY 11961
Phone: 516-984-7302
Equine Care
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
The organization utilizes its own system to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Horses 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
Horses 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
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
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)
Participant weight, height, body proportions, balance, fitness and riding skills as well as behavioral issues and safety concerns
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
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? 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 horse is determined in consultation with a veterinarian
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:
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Name plates are located on the stall
Horses wear halters with nametags
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the horses
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Tack is cleaned weekly
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 a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Emergency Preparedness
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 procedures are posted prominently
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
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
Local fire department and/or the state's emergency planning department procedures
Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
Medical emergencies for horses
Evacuation plans
Power outages
Fire
Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
Protocols to notify emergency personnel
Building/facility exit plans
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 horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses are stalled are kept free of dust, cobwebs, trash, cleaning rags, and other flammable items
Aisles and doorways are kept clear
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Annually
Electrical Systems are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Weekly
Turnout Areas are checked: Daily
Sprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NA
Fire drills are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Quarterly
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
1 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
Equine Assisted Services (EAS)
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
88-03 70th Road Forest Hills NY 11375
Contact: James Wilson
Contact's Phone: 646-450-1618
Contact's Email: james@gallopnyc.org
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Own
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*Missing
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.
ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes
Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY: 18
Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)
1. Alicia Kershaw
2. Amanda Gallo
3. Catherine Groene
4. Cindy Krewson
5. Claudia Carmel
6. Dana Fairbairn
7. Dianne Garcia
8. Dylan Brown
9. James Wilson
10. Jenna Payne
11. Juli Mossoff
12. Katherine Anderson
13. Katherine Murrell
14. Katti Battaglia
15. Leslie Lewis
16. Lola Fennimore
17. Maya Shallcross
18. Victoria Fullerton
GallopNYC- Forest Hills:
Grounds
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 10
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 0
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 14
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 24
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: <1
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 0 Paddocks/Pens: 0
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 0 Covered Outdoor Rings: 0 Indoor Rings: 1
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 feet 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? 13-16
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 1 to 3 hours per day
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for the maintenance of turnout areas
All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
No Trespassing signs are posted
Hold Harmless signs are posted
Authorized Personnel Only signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Visitors are only permitted at specific times
Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
Veterinarian Information
*Vet Assessment Not Current.
Veterinarian: Dennis Farrell, DVM
69 Wading River Hollow Road
Ridge NY 11961
Phone: 516-984-7302
Equine Care
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
Our organization utilizes a software application to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Horses 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
Horses 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
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
Equine age, weight, breed, body condition, fitness, balance, health and soundness
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
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? 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 horse is determined in consultation with a veterinarian
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:
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Name plates are located on the stall
Photos are located on the stall
Horses wear halters with nametags
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the horses
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Tack is cleaned only when needed
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 a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Emergency Preparedness
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 procedures are posted prominently
Emergency phone numbers are posted prominently
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
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
Local fire department and/or the state's emergency planning department procedures
Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
Medical emergencies for horses
Evacuation plans
Power outages
Fire
Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
Terrorist attacks
Protocols to notify emergency personnel
Building/facility exit plans
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 horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses are stalled are kept free of dust, cobwebs, trash, cleaning rags, and other flammable items
Aisles and doorways are kept clear
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Semi-annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Semi-annually
Electrical Systems are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Not at all/NA
Turnout Areas are checked: Not at all/NA
Sprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NA
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: Annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 1 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
Equine Assisted Services (EAS)
Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2020
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2020
Donated
Free Lease
Purchase/Adoption from Owner
Purchased from Auction
Purchased from Kill Pen/Feedlot
Surrendered
Seized
Abandoned
Returned
Transfer
Born at facility
Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2020
Horses adopted/sold:
Horses transferred/returned
Horses deceased
Horses euthanized
0 Total departures
Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2020
Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
Total number of horses permanently retired.
Summary: on 1/1/2020+ Intakes - 0 Departures = on 12/31/2020
Bronx Equestrian Center Prior Year information not updated.
Bronx Equestrian Center Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC- Forest Hills Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC- Forest Hills Prior Year information not updated.
Therapeutic Driving Services
Therapeutic Vaulting Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy/Counseling (Mental Health)
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Academic Learning
2: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at Bronx Equestrian Center
18: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
18: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at GallopNYC- Forest Hills
1. Alessandra Sorrento
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
2. Alicia Kershaw
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Volunteer
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Personal and/or Professional Development
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI, E3A Certified Coach
3. Amanda Gallo
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
4. Catherine Groene
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
5. Cindy Krewson
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
6. Claudia Carmel
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
7. Dana Fairbairn
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
8. Dianne Garcia
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Independent Contractor
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Equine-Assisted Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Speech-Language Pathology
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Registered Therapist in Hippotherapy American Hippotherapy Association certified
9. Dylan Brown
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
10. James Wilson
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
Equine-Assisted Learning involving Personal and/or Professional Development
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI, E3A Certified Coach
11. Jenna Payne
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
12. Juli Mossoff
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
13. Katherine Anderson
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
14. Katherine Murrell
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
Bronx Equestrian Center
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
15. Katti Battaglia
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l CTRI
16. Leslie Lewis
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
17. Lola Fennimore
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
18. Maya Shallcross
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
19. Victoria Fullerton
FACILITY PARTICIPATION:
Bronx Equestrian Center
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
RELATIONSHIP: Employee
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Therapeutic Mounted Services
Therapeutic Unmounted Services
DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
PATH Int'l Certified Instructor
GOVERNANCE, MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL REPORTING
Staff & Volunteers:Chief Staff Officer (CSO): *Missing
Employees: Full-Time: *Missing Part-Time: *Missing Volunteers: *Missing
Staff Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
*Missing
Volunteer Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
*Missing
Governing Body:
Board meetings per year: *Missing
Number of Board Members: *Missing Number of Voting Board Members: *Missing
Board Compensation:
Is Board Chair compensated? *Missing Is Treasurer compensated? *Missing
Are there any other Voting Board Members that are compensated? *Missing
Board/Staff Relationships:
Are any members of the Board or Staff related to each other through family or business relationships? *Missing
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? *Missing
Conflict of Interest:
Does your organization have a written conflict of interest policy and regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy, including requiring officers, directors or trustees, and key employees to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? *Missing
Organization documents available on our website:
*Missing
Organization documents available on request:
*Missing
Financial Reporting:
Budget: *Missing
Equine Budget: *Missing
Month Fiscal Year Ends: *Missing
Type of Financial Reporting (Audit, Review, Compilation): *Missing
Type of IRS Filing (990, 990-EZ, 990-N): *Missing
Does the uploaded Pro Forma 990/990 represent 2020? *Missing
IRS Form 990/Pro Forma 990 has not been uploaded for this facility.
EQUINE COSTS
Total Facilities: 3| Actual Horse Care Costs $ Feed (Grain/Hay) $ Bedding $ Veterinarian $ Farrier $ Dentist $ Other Therapies $ Manure Removal $ Medications & Supplements $ Horse Transportation $ Maintenance $ Horse/Barn Supplies $ Horse Care Staff $ Horse Training $ Other direct horse-related costs not including overhead or other program costs. *Missing 2020 Total Horse Care Costs | Donated Horse Care Costs $ Feed (Grain/Hay) $ Bedding $ Veterinarian $ Farrier $ Dentist $ Other Therapies $ Manure Removal $ Medications & Supplements $ Horse Transportation $ Maintenance $ Horse/Barn Supplies $ Horse Care Staff $ Horse Training $ Other direct horse-related costs not including overhead or other program costs. $ 2020 Total Donated Costs |
**Equine Costs or Census *Missing/*Error Average direct cost per day per horse: $0
**Equine Costs or Census *Missing/*Error Average total cost per day per horse: $0
**Equine Census *Missing/*Error Average length of stay for an equine: 0 days (/0)
POLICIES
AcquisitionHorses/equines are acquired from the following sources: *Missing
Donation *Missing
Free Lease *Missing
Purchase/Adoption from Owner *Missing
Purchase from auction *Missing
Purchase from kill pen or feedlot *Missing
Return *Missing
Surrender *Missing
Seizure *Missing
Abandonment *Missing
Our organization will accept the following:
Geldings*Missing
Mares*Missing
Pregnant Mares*Missing
Foals*Missing
Stallions*Missing
Only Stallions to be castrated*Missing
Intake, Assessment & Training
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:
*Missing
Prior to a horse being accepted and/or arriving at the facility, the organization has the following policies in place:
*Missing
Upon intake, the organization has the following quarantine policy in place:
*Missing
The typical length of quarantine is: *Missing
Following arrival of the equine at the facility, the following is performed:
*Missing
Following arrival at the facility, the horse is assessed for following skills and behaviors:
*Missing
Horses provided formal training (groundwork or riding): *Missing
Breeding
The organization has the following policies related to breeding and stallions:
*Missing
Euthanasia
The organization has the following policies related to euthanasia:
*Missing
Horses will be euthanized upon the recommendation of:
*Missing
The following are authorized to administer the procedure for your organization in accordance with state laws:
*Missing
The organization utilizes the following methods of euthanasia:
*Missing
Rehoming
Our organization has the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) policies and procedures in place:
*Missing
The uploaded Re-homing agreement includes the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) statements:
*Missing
Our organization requires references from the following:
*Missing
Transfer of ownership occurs: *Missing
The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
*Missing
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:
*Missing
Re-homing Agreement *Missing
EQUINE CARE & SHELTER/FACILITY INFORMATION
Total facilities at which our organization cares for and shelters horses used in our programs: *MissingOur organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to foster, overflow and/or satellite facilities: *Missing
Bronx Equestrian Center:
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables:
GallopNYC- Forest Hills:
Bronx Equestrian Center
Bronx Equestrian Center
9 Shore Rd. Bronx NY 10464
Contact: James Wilson
Contact's Phone: 646-450-1618
Contact's Email: James@GallopNYC.org
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Use
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*Missing
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.
ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes
Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY: 2
Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)
1. Katherine Murrell
2. Victoria Fullerton
Bronx Equestrian Center:
Grounds
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 3
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 0
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 30
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 30
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 1
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 0 Paddocks/Pens: 3
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1 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 feet 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? 9-12
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 1 to 3 hours per day
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
Not Checked:
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
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 natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
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 natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
Not Checked:
This facility does not have turnout areas
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
This facility does not have turnout areas
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
No Trespassing signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Not Checked:
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 horses
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
Hold Harmless 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 motion lights
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
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
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 horses
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
Hold Harmless 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 motion lights
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
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
Bronx Equestrian Center
Veterinarian Information
*Vet Assessment Not Current.
Veterinarian: Dr. Dennis Farrell
69 Wading River Hollow Rd.
Ridge NY 11961
Phone: 516-984-7302
Equine Care
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Notebook or equivalent (technology not utilized)
Our organization utilizes a software application to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Horses are provided with individualized feeding plans, including supplements, according to age and any health issues
Supplement plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Water sources, i.e., buckets, troughs, automatic waterers, etc. are kept clean, free of debris and chemicals, and protected from weather and other animals
Not Checked:
Feed plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Horses are fed in individual stalls
Horses are fed in groups
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
Medications are kept in a locked, climate-controlled area
Feed plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
Horses are fed in individual stalls
Horses are fed in groups
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
Medications are kept in a locked, climate-controlled area
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
Not Checked:
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
Not Checked:
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
Equine age, weight, breed, body condition, fitness, balance, health and soundness
Participant weight, height, body proportions, balance, fitness and riding skills as well as behavioral issues and safety concerns
Not Checked:
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
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
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
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
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
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
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
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? Annually and when an issue arises
Horse checks: How often are horses visually and physically checked by personnel at the facility? Every 2 or 3 days
Parasite Control: Our organization has the following worming protocols in place: (Check all that apply
A de-wormer is used without fecal testing
Fly/Insect Control: What remedies are used to control flies and insects?
Fly Spray Repellent
Fly Masks
The following represent the biosecurity practices in place at facility:
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
Not Checked:
Our organization follows the AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines
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 horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses 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
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
Our organization follows the AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines
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 horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses 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
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
Not Checked:
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Horses wear halters with nametags
Not Checked:
Name plates are located on the stall
Photos are located on the stall
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Name plates are located on the stall
Photos are located on the stall
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Tack is cleaned only when needed
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Not Checked:
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned weekly
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 a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned weekly
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 a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Emergency Preparedness
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:
The facility maintains at least two weeks of hay, feed, shavings and medications
The facility maintains appropriate liability and/or workers' compensation insurance
Not Checked:
Emergency procedures are posted prominently
Emergency phone numbers are posted prominently
The facility owns or has access to a generator
The facility collects and maintains medical information from staff, volunteers, and clients
All staff/volunteers are briefed regularly on emergency preparedness/safety procedures
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
Emergency procedures are posted prominently
Emergency phone numbers are posted prominently
The facility owns or has access to a generator
The facility collects and maintains medical information from staff, volunteers, and clients
All staff/volunteers are briefed regularly on emergency preparedness/safety procedures
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 horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses 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
Heaters with automatic shutoff settings are used
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Annually
Electrical Systems are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Daily
Turnout Areas are checked: Daily
Sprinkler systems are checked: Annually
Fire drills are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Annually
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Quarterly
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 1 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
Equine Assisted Services (EAS)
| 2020 EAS Operations | Mounted Only | Unmounted Only | Both Mounted & Unmounted | Total |
| Horses/Equines participating in EAS programs at this facility | ||||
| Number of horses/equines aged 3-8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines aged 9-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines aged 15-20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines Over 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total number of horses/equines participating in EAS programs at this facility | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Number of hours per day each horse works | 0 | 0 | ||
| Number of days per week each horse works | 0 | 0 | ||
| Clients participating in EAS programs at this facility | Mounted Only | Unmounted Only | Both Mounted & Unmounted | Total |
| Total number of individual clients (not lessons) served annually | ||||
| Average number of clients (not lessons) participating in activities per week | ||||
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Number of days per week programs are conducted at this facility | 0 | 0 | ||
| Number of weeks per year programs are conducted at this facility | 0 | 0 | ||
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Average wait list time for a client | 0 | |||
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
80-98 Linden Blvd. Howard Beach NY 11414
Contact: James Wilson
Contact's Phone: 646-450-1618
Contact's Email: james@gallopnyc.org
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Own
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*Missing
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.
ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes
Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY: 18
Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)
1. Alessandra Sorrento
2. Alicia Kershaw
3. Amanda Gallo
4. Catherine Groene
5. Cindy Krewson
6. Claudia Carmel
7. Dana Fairbairn
8. Dianne Garcia
9. Dylan Brown
10. James Wilson
11. Jenna Payne
12. Juli Mossoff
13. Katherine Anderson
14. Katherine Murrell
15. Katti Battaglia
16. Leslie Lewis
17. Lola Fennimore
18. Maya Shallcross
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables:
Grounds
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 17
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 0
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 20
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 22
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 5
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 2 Paddocks/Pens: 3
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1 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 feet 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? 9-12
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 4 to 8 hours per day
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
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 have natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
Not Checked:
This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Pastures are rotated
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Pastures are rotated
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for the maintenance of turnout areas
All turnout areas 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
Not Checked:
This facility does not have turnout areas
This facility has a written plan in place for the maintenance of turnout areas, which includes a schedule for cleaning, manure removal, and dragging
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
This facility does not have turnout areas
This facility has a written plan in place for the maintenance of turnout areas, which includes a schedule for cleaning, manure removal, and dragging
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
No Trespassing signs are posted
Hold Harmless signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
The property is fitted with motion lights
The perimeter of the property is fully fenced
Not Checked:
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 horses
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
Authorized Personnel Only signs are posted
Visitors are only permitted at specific times
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
The property is fitted with a security system that is monitored internally by staff (or the property owner)
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 horses
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
Authorized Personnel Only signs are posted
Visitors are only permitted at specific times
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
The property is fitted with a security system that is monitored internally by staff (or the property owner)
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
Veterinarian Information
*Vet Assessment Not Current.
Veterinarian: Dennis Farrell, DVM
69 Wading River Hollow Road
Ridge NY 11961
Phone: 516-984-7302
Equine Care
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
The organization utilizes its own system to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Horses 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
Horses 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:
Horses are fed in groups
Horses are fed in groups
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Not Checked:
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
Not Checked:
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
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)
Participant weight, height, body proportions, balance, fitness and riding skills as well as behavioral issues and safety concerns
Not Checked:
Size, shape, condition and angle of the hooves
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
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
Size, shape, condition and angle of the hooves
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
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
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
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? 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 horse is determined in consultation with a veterinarian
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:
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
Not Checked:
Our organization follows the AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines
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 horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses 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
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
Our organization follows the AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines
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 horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses 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
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
Not Checked:
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Name plates are located on the stall
Horses wear halters with nametags
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the horses
Not Checked:
Photos are located on the stall
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
Photos are located on the stall
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Tack is cleaned weekly
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 a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Not Checked:
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned only when needed
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned only when needed
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Emergency Preparedness
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 procedures are posted prominently
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
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
Not Checked:
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
Local fire department and/or the state's emergency planning department procedures
Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
Medical emergencies for horses
Evacuation plans
Power outages
Fire
Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
Protocols to notify emergency personnel
Building/facility exit plans
Not Checked:
Terrorist attacks
Terrorist attacks
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 horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses 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
Heaters with automatic shutoff settings are used
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Annually
Electrical Systems are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Weekly
Turnout Areas are checked: Daily
Sprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NA
Fire drills are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Quarterly
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
1 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
Equine Assisted Services (EAS)
| 2020 EAS Operations | Mounted Only | Unmounted Only | Both Mounted & Unmounted | Total |
| Horses/Equines participating in EAS programs at this facility | ||||
| Number of horses/equines aged 3-8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines aged 9-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines aged 15-20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines Over 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total number of horses/equines participating in EAS programs at this facility | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Number of hours per day each horse works | 0 | 0 | ||
| Number of days per week each horse works | 0 | 0 | ||
| Clients participating in EAS programs at this facility | Mounted Only | Unmounted Only | Both Mounted & Unmounted | Total |
| Total number of individual clients (not lessons) served annually | ||||
| Average number of clients (not lessons) participating in activities per week | ||||
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Number of days per week programs are conducted at this facility | 0 | 0 | ||
| Number of weeks per year programs are conducted at this facility | 0 | 0 | ||
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Average wait list time for a client | 0 | |||
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
88-03 70th Road Forest Hills NY 11375
Contact: James Wilson
Contact's Phone: 646-450-1618
Contact's Email: james@gallopnyc.org
Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Own
Please list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, including the expiration dates, or indicate that no licenses are required at the local, state or federal level. Please also list if this facility is accredited and recognized as compliant with the published standards of an accrediting organization, including the name of the organization and the date of the accreditation.
*Missing
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.
ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx
Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes
Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY: 18
Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)
1. Alicia Kershaw
2. Amanda Gallo
3. Catherine Groene
4. Cindy Krewson
5. Claudia Carmel
6. Dana Fairbairn
7. Dianne Garcia
8. Dylan Brown
9. James Wilson
10. Jenna Payne
11. Juli Mossoff
12. Katherine Anderson
13. Katherine Murrell
14. Katti Battaglia
15. Leslie Lewis
16. Lola Fennimore
17. Maya Shallcross
18. Victoria Fullerton
GallopNYC- Forest Hills:
Grounds
Total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility: 10
Of the total number of horses involved with your programs at this facility, the number of horses that are microchipped: 0
Total number of horses at this facility INCLUDING those not involved with your programs: 14
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 24
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: <1
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1 Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 0 Paddocks/Pens: 0
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 0 Covered Outdoor Rings: 0 Indoor Rings: 1
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 feet 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? 13-16
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
Horses are out 1 to 3 hours per day
The following describes the pastures at this facility:
This facility does not have pastures where horses can graze on pasture grass
Not Checked:
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
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 natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
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
Barbed wire is used for fencing
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 natural protection for horses (i.e., trees)
Pastures have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for the maintenance of turnout areas
All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
Not Checked:
This facility does not have turnout areas
This facility has a written plan in place for the maintenance of turnout areas, which includes a schedule for cleaning, manure removal, and dragging
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
This facility does not have turnout areas
This facility has a written plan in place for the maintenance of turnout areas, which includes a schedule for cleaning, manure removal, and dragging
Barbed wire is used for fencing
Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
Turnout areas have man-made protection for horses (i.e., shelters)
Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
No Trespassing signs are posted
Hold Harmless signs are posted
Authorized Personnel Only signs are posted
Entrance gates are locked at night
Visitors are only permitted at specific times
Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
Not Checked:
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 horses
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
The property is fitted with motion lights
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
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
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 horses
A security guard is present at night
Horses are checked overnight
By Appointment Only signs are posted.
The property is fitted with motion lights
The property is fitted with a security system monitored by police or a professional service
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
GallopNYC- Forest Hills
Veterinarian Information
*Vet Assessment Not Current.
Veterinarian: Dennis Farrell, DVM
69 Wading River Hollow Road
Ridge NY 11961
Phone: 516-984-7302
Equine Care
Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
Our organization utilizes a software application to maintain records
The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
Horses 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
Horses 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:
Horses are fed in groups
Horses are fed in groups
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
Not Checked:
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
Horses are assigned a Henneke Body Condition score upon arrival at the facility
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated monthly
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated annually
The Henneke Body Condition score is updated with each visit by the veterinarian
Photographs are taken of each horse upon arrival at the facility and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse monthly and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse annually and kept with the horse's health records
Photographs are taken of each horse with each visit by the veterinarian and kept with the horse's health records
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine acupuncturist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
Horses at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines in our care:
Our organization evaluates the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine at least annually
Our organization maintains a written record for each equine that documents the results of each evaluation of weight-carrying and workload limitations
Not Checked:
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine:
Equine age, weight, breed, body condition, fitness, balance, health and soundness
Not Checked:
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
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
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
Our organization does not evaluate the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine
Equines are not ridden; not applicable
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
Physical Examinations: How often is each horse given a physical exam by a veterinarian? 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 horse is determined in consultation with a veterinarian
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:
Horses/equines are not quarantined.
Not Checked:
Our organization follows the AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines
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 horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses 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
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
Our organization follows the AAEP's Biosecurity Guidelines and/or the UC Davis Biosecurity Guidelines
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 horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cared for last if the caretaker must also care for healthy horses
Sick, affected and/or quarantined horses do not have contact with other horses or other animals
Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Hand sanitizers and footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined horses 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
Horse trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where horses are sheltered
Horse-specific equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is not shared and is clearly labeled
Shared equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined horses is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
Latex gloves are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined horses
Personnel are required to leave the facility (or shower and change clothing) after working with quarantined horses
The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
Manure is hauled, sold or given away
Not Checked:
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
Manure is piled in an area where horses are not located
Manure piles are covered
Manure piles are composted or spread on pastures
Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by state and/or local authorities
The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property::
Horses are assigned the same stall/location each day
Name plates are located on the stall
Photos are located on the stall
Horses wear halters with nametags
Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with horse profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
Staff/volunteers are provided training on confirmation, markings, colors, and breeds
Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the horses
Not Checked:
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
A notebook or binder with photos and information on each horse is easily accessible
A map/diagram is posted showing the location of each horse with horse names and photos
Horse photos and profiles are available on the website
Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
All horses have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
Tack is cleaned only when needed
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 a horse's body condition changes
Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when a horse's disposition changes
Assigned tack is clearly labeled
Helmets are shared
Helmets are replaced after a fall
Helmets are replaced at least every five years.
Not Checked:
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned weekly
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Saddles are shared
Saddle pads are shared
Bridles are shared
Bits are shared
Blankets are shared
Sheets are shared
Turnout apparel is shared
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are fitted and utilized for each horse appropriate to the horse's needs and the weather conditions
Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
Halters are shared
Tack is cleaned after each use
Tack is cleaned weekly
This facility enlists the services of a professional saddle fitter at least once a year
Tack is stored in a climate-controlled location
Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
Equines are not ridden; not applicable.
Emergency Preparedness
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 procedures are posted prominently
Emergency phone numbers are posted prominently
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
The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
Not Checked:
The facility owns or has access to a generator
The facility owns or has access to a generator
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
Local fire department and/or the state's emergency planning department procedures
Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
Medical emergencies for horses
Evacuation plans
Power outages
Fire
Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
Terrorist attacks
Protocols to notify emergency personnel
Building/facility exit plans
Not Checked:
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 horses are stalled
Permanent or temporary structures where horses 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
Heaters with automatic shutoff settings are used
How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Semi-annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Semi-annually
Electrical Systems are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Not at all/NA
Turnout Areas are checked: Not at all/NA
Sprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NA
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: Annually
Equine Transportation
2-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
3-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
4-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 1 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
6-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
8-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
10-horse trailer with truck or van:
0 Owned onsite 0 Access onsite but not owned 0 Access offsite;
Equine Assisted Services (EAS)
| 2020 EAS Operations | Mounted Only | Unmounted Only | Both Mounted & Unmounted | Total |
| Horses/Equines participating in EAS programs at this facility | ||||
| Number of horses/equines aged 3-8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines aged 9-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines aged 15-20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of horses/equines Over 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total number of horses/equines participating in EAS programs at this facility | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Number of hours per day each horse works | 0 | 0 | ||
| Number of days per week each horse works | 0 | 0 | ||
| Clients participating in EAS programs at this facility | Mounted Only | Unmounted Only | Both Mounted & Unmounted | Total |
| Total number of individual clients (not lessons) served annually | ||||
| Average number of clients (not lessons) participating in activities per week | ||||
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Number of days per week programs are conducted at this facility | 0 | 0 | ||
| Number of weeks per year programs are conducted at this facility | 0 | 0 | ||
| Mounted | Unmounted | |||
| Average wait list time for a client | 0 | |||
EQUINE CENSUS SUMMARY
Total Facilities: 3Total number of horses involved with your programs on January 1, 2020
PLUS: Horse Intake during 2020
Donated
Free Lease
Purchase/Adoption from Owner
Purchased from Auction
Purchased from Kill Pen/Feedlot
Surrendered
Seized
Abandoned
Returned
Transfer
Born at facility
Total intakes
LESS: Horse Departure during 2020
Horses adopted/sold:
Horses transferred/returned
Horses deceased
Horses euthanized
0 Total departures
Number of horses involved with your programs on December 31, 2020
Total number of active horses (not retired) including
horses undergoing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
Total number of horses permanently retired.
Summary: on 1/1/2020+ Intakes - 0 Departures = on 12/31/2020
Bronx Equestrian Center Prior Year information not updated.
Bronx Equestrian Center Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC Sunrise Stables Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC- Forest Hills Prior Year information not updated.
GallopNYC- Forest Hills Prior Year information not updated.
Definitions:
Donated: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent utilizing a donation document.
Free Lease: The ownership of the equine is maintained by the owner/trainer/responsible agent; the custody and responsibility for the shelter and care of the equine is transferred to the organization utilizing a free lease document.
Purchased from Owner: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent utilizing a purchase document.
Purchased from Auction: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by purchasing the equine at an auction.
Purchased from Kill Pen: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by purchasing the equine from a kill pen.
Surrendered (Hardship): The ownership and custody of the equine is relinquished to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent with or without the use of an intake document.
Seized: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization as a result of the equine being seized by law enforcement or another agency and removed from the owner.
Abandoned: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization as a result of the equine being abandoned by the owner or the owner was unable to be located.
Returned: The equine was previously a part of the organization, was adopted, and ownership and custody of the equine has been transferred back to the organization.
Transferred: The custody of the equine is transferred within an organization or from one organization to another non-profit or foster organization to provide retirement, retraining, rehabilitation and/or adoption services with no change in ownership.
Born: The equine was born at the facility.
Foal: An equine up to one year old; a colt is a male foal and a filly is a female foal.
Mare: A female equine.
Stallion: A male equine that has not been castrated.
Gelding: A castrated male equine.
Equine Assisted Services (EAS): Any activity that incorporates equine interactions and/or the equine environment, mounted or unmounted, to include 1) psychotherapy and/or mental health counseling aimed at achieving goals set forth by the licensed mental health professional and the client, 2) occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology treatment strategies utilizing equine movement set forth by the licensed therapist and the client, 3) horsemanship instruction adapted to the ability/disability of those receiving services, for the purpose of contributing positively to their cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being conducted by a certified professional, and 4) experiential learning approaches that promote the development of life skills to achieve educational, professional and personal goals conducted by a licensed educator, mental health professional or coach. Please refer to our Guidelines for Conducting EAS for additional information.
Special Needs: Any difficulty or difficulties (such as a physical, emotional, behavioral, or cognitive disability or impairment) that require or benefit from instructors, specialists, counselors, trainers and/or facilitators who have certified training for their scope of practice applicable to the people participating in the programs and specific to the program offerings. The difficulty may not be limited to a health issue but may result from the interaction between the individual and the society in which he or she lives arising from an abusive or unhealthy environment or situation and/or a lack of resources, including economic resources, placing them at risk of a future with less than optimal outcomes.
At-Risk: Refers to being at-risk of a future with less than optimal outcomes. Youth are considered at-risk for a number of reasons, such as if they are homeless or transient, involved in drugs or alcohol, abused sexually, physically or emotionally, mentally ill, neglected at home or live in stressful family environments, lacking social or emotional supports, and involved with delinquent peers. At-Risk youth are likely to be involved in a number of risky behaviors, such as running away, skipping school, drinking underage, engaging in sexual behavior, displaying disruptive behavior, bullying/harassment, fighting, and committing acts of vandalism.
Community Outreach: Refers to public education programs aimed at educating the public about the horse-human bond, issues impacting the welfare of horses, and how horses change lives and activities that include, but are not limited to, any activity OTHER THAN Equine Assisted Services (EAS) that require a credentialed service provider, such as off site visits with horses at hospitals, nursing homes, and schools, crisis response, workplace well-being, on site tours, seminars and clinics, camps, community service hours, able-bodied mounted and unmounted lessons, etc.
Donated: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent utilizing a donation document.
Free Lease: The ownership of the equine is maintained by the owner/trainer/responsible agent; the custody and responsibility for the shelter and care of the equine is transferred to the organization utilizing a free lease document.
Purchased from Owner: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent utilizing a purchase document.
Purchased from Auction: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by purchasing the equine at an auction.
Purchased from Kill Pen: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization by purchasing the equine from a kill pen.
Surrendered (Hardship): The ownership and custody of the equine is relinquished to the organization by its owner/trainer/responsible agent with or without the use of an intake document.
Seized: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization as a result of the equine being seized by law enforcement or another agency and removed from the owner.
Abandoned: The ownership and custody of the equine is transferred to the organization as a result of the equine being abandoned by the owner or the owner was unable to be located.
Returned: The equine was previously a part of the organization, was adopted, and ownership and custody of the equine has been transferred back to the organization.
Transferred: The custody of the equine is transferred within an organization or from one organization to another non-profit or foster organization to provide retirement, retraining, rehabilitation and/or adoption services with no change in ownership.
Born: The equine was born at the facility.
Foal: An equine up to one year old; a colt is a male foal and a filly is a female foal.
Mare: A female equine.
Stallion: A male equine that has not been castrated.
Gelding: A castrated male equine.
Equine Assisted Services (EAS): Any activity that incorporates equine interactions and/or the equine environment, mounted or unmounted, to include 1) psychotherapy and/or mental health counseling aimed at achieving goals set forth by the licensed mental health professional and the client, 2) occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology treatment strategies utilizing equine movement set forth by the licensed therapist and the client, 3) horsemanship instruction adapted to the ability/disability of those receiving services, for the purpose of contributing positively to their cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being conducted by a certified professional, and 4) experiential learning approaches that promote the development of life skills to achieve educational, professional and personal goals conducted by a licensed educator, mental health professional or coach. Please refer to our Guidelines for Conducting EAS for additional information.
Special Needs: Any difficulty or difficulties (such as a physical, emotional, behavioral, or cognitive disability or impairment) that require or benefit from instructors, specialists, counselors, trainers and/or facilitators who have certified training for their scope of practice applicable to the people participating in the programs and specific to the program offerings. The difficulty may not be limited to a health issue but may result from the interaction between the individual and the society in which he or she lives arising from an abusive or unhealthy environment or situation and/or a lack of resources, including economic resources, placing them at risk of a future with less than optimal outcomes.
At-Risk: Refers to being at-risk of a future with less than optimal outcomes. Youth are considered at-risk for a number of reasons, such as if they are homeless or transient, involved in drugs or alcohol, abused sexually, physically or emotionally, mentally ill, neglected at home or live in stressful family environments, lacking social or emotional supports, and involved with delinquent peers. At-Risk youth are likely to be involved in a number of risky behaviors, such as running away, skipping school, drinking underage, engaging in sexual behavior, displaying disruptive behavior, bullying/harassment, fighting, and committing acts of vandalism.
Community Outreach: Refers to public education programs aimed at educating the public about the horse-human bond, issues impacting the welfare of horses, and how horses change lives and activities that include, but are not limited to, any activity OTHER THAN Equine Assisted Services (EAS) that require a credentialed service provider, such as off site visits with horses at hospitals, nursing homes, and schools, crisis response, workplace well-being, on site tours, seminars and clinics, camps, community service hours, able-bodied mounted and unmounted lessons, etc.
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