§ 10-912 Examination by veterinarian.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

Balt., Md., Code § 10-912 (2026)

(a)Annual examination required.

The custodian of every horse must have the horse examined by a veterinarian at least once a year.

(b)Scope of examination.

The examination must cover:

(1)

the general condition of the horse and its teeth, hoofs, and shoes; and

(2)

the horse’s stamina and physical ability to carry the loads and perform the work for which it is intended.

(c)Veterinarian’s record.

(1)

The veterinarian must make a record of:

(i)

any injury, disease, or deficiency detected; and

(ii)

any prescription or recommendation for curing or correcting that condition or for any other disposition of the horse.

(2)

The veterinarian must provide a copy of that record to the horse’s custodian.

(d)Custodian to retain records.

The custodian must:

(1)

keep a copy of the record for at least 3 years; and

(2)

make it available for inspection by an animal enforcement officer, police officer, or humane officer during normal business hours.

History: Ord. 99-548

History: Ord. 11-573