Equine Welfare Assessment Form
Please complete this assessment to evaluate the welfare and well-being of the horse. Use the scales and options below to provide your observations.
Horse Name
*
Physical Condition (Body Condition Score)
*
Poor
1
2
3
4
Excellent
5
1 is Poor, 5 is Excellent
General Attitude and Behavior
*
Relaxed and alert
Slightly anxious
Nervous or agitated
Apathetic or withdrawn
Other
Access to Clean Water
*
Always available
Usually available
Sometimes available
Rarely available
Nutrition Quality
*
1
2
3
4
5
Shelter/Housing Adequacy
*
Excellent (clean, dry, safe)
Good (minor issues)
Adequate (some concerns)
Inadequate
Hoof Condition
*
Poor
1
2
3
4
Excellent
5
1 is Poor, 5 is Excellent
Injury or Illness Present?
*
No visible issues
Minor (scrapes, small wounds)
Moderate (limping, swelling)
Severe (requires immediate attention)
Behavioral Indicators Table
*
Rows
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Always
Displays friendly behavior
1
2
3
4
5
Shows signs of stress
6
7
8
9
10
Interacts with other horses
11
12
13
14
15
Engages in stereotypic behaviors
16
17
18
19
20
Additional Comments or Observations
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