# § 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.

## § 10-912 Examination by veterinarian.

Balt., Md., Code § 10-912 (2026)

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

(b) 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)

  (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) 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*