TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
I, the undersigned, am the owner/agent authorized to give permission for medical care and to guarantee payment for such on behalf of the below named horse that is competing in the ride.
I understand that if this horse is pulled at any point in the ride or stops because of a rider option, that I am required to allow the Endurance Treatment Vet (ETV) to perform a courtesy (no charge) metabolic/lameness safety check on the horse upon arrival back to base camp. At such time, if treatment is recommended for any condition, the ETV will discuss all options and costs with me. I understand that my consent for treatment is considered a guarantee that I will pay for such treatment.
If this horse has been presented to the ETV for evaluation, and the ETV deems it necessary that this horse receive treatment, and in the event that I cannot be reached after attempts have been made to contact me, I choose the following (choice A or B):