Water Treadmill | Short Term Livery Contract

Treadmill Livery / Short Term Livery Contract
1. THE DUTIES OF THE CENTRE

1.1 The Centre shall act professionally, ensuring the welfare of the horse with the skill and care expected of a competent livery yard.

1.2 The Centre shall provide the Owner access to the horse during Business Hours (9am – 6pm) and at other times as mutually agreed.

1.3 The Centre reserves the right to implement necessary measures for the health and safety of all persons and horses, including vaccination and worming policies.

1.4 The Centre reserves the right to allocate resources, including stables, fields, hay, bedding, feeds, biosecurity and rehabilitation facilities as it deems appropriate.

1.5 Intense care and monitoring for emergency medical condions such as colic, and respiratory illness cannot be catered for on-site, and admittance to a local vet clinic would be organised and undertaken. All attempts to contact the Owner and the Next of Kin in an emergency will be made, but if the they are unreachable, the Centre is authorised to make immediate stabilisation decisions.
2. THE DUTIES OF THE OWNER

2.1 The Owner shall provide all information relating to the horse before entering the Centre and inform the Centre of any changes as soon as practicable.

2.2 All horses must have an up-to-date Passport with necessary vaccinations and a minimum of third party liability insurance. Such confirmation of cover must be provided on request.

2.3 The Owner agrees that the Centre may summon a veterinary surgeon or farrier and authorise necessary treatments if urgent, making reasonable attempts to contact the Owner first. In emergencies, the Centre has permission to call a vet who may need to administer euthanasia. The Owner will cover all related costs. If the horse is insured for vets fees, the owner should provide the policy number to the Centre on arrival.

2.4 The Owner shall inform the Centre if the horse will be absent from the premises, including departure and return times.

2.5 The Owner is responsible for safeguarding the Centre's property and reimbursing for any damages caused by themselves or their horse.

2.6 The Centre is not responsible for loss or damage to the horse, tack, or equipment, except where due to negligence. The Owner is responsible for insuring their tack and equipment.

2.7 The Owner shall comply with all health and safety notices, instructions, and rules provided by the Centre.
3. BOOKINGS & PAYMENT

3.1 All treatments, therapy sessions, and courses require full payment at the time of booking. Where the booking includes a livery stay, the Livery Fees are required as a deposit upon booking, with the therapy sessions balance due on arrival. Any addional charges during the stay must be settled before departure. Should the horse be required to stay longer than originally booked, and the centre can accommodate a longer stay, extra charges over the standard fees may apply.

3.2 Payments can be made by Cash, BACS, or Credit/Debit card. Prices are subject to VAT.
4. CANCELLATION POLICY
4.1 Cancellations or changes to single session appointments must be requested with at least 48 hours’ notice to avoid being charged in full.

4.2 For treadmill/rehab and short-stay livery bookings:

With more than 5 days’ notice, you may reschedule your booking to another available date.
With less than 5 days’ notice, your livery deposit will be retained.
Refunds to the deposit will only be considered if your horse’s condition has changed and your vet confirms they are no longer suitable for hydrotherapy.
Unused livery fees cannot be transferred to standard treadmill sessions.

4.3 The Centre reserves the right to cancel or reschedule sessions or bookings due to unforeseen circumstances, such as extreme weather, mechanical issues, staff injury/illness, or animal health concerns. We will always aim to provide as much notice as possible and offer suitable alternatives where available. Refunds or credits will be considered at the Centre’s discretion.

4.4 Yorkshire EC will not be liable for any additional costs incurred by the client in the event of a cancellation, including but not limited to: transport costs, third-party bookings, accommodation fees, or other personal arrangements. These remain the responsibility of the horse owner. We will always work with you to minimise disruption and reschedule where possible.
5. HEALTH & SAFETY

5.1 Horses with signs of illness, such as a raised temperature or abnormal nasal discharge, will not be permttied for treatments or livery.

5.2 Horses must be free of mud fever or skin condition, any horse with cuts or abrasions on the legs will not be permttied for water treadmill treatment. Reduction of livery or treatment fees will not be offered. At discrection credit on sessions may be applied on a case by case basis.
The Centre uses equine-specific disinfectants before and after sessions.

5.3 All horses must wear a bridle/chifney for their first hydrotherapy session. If sedation is required, the Owner must arrange it with their vet.
8. DISCLAIMER

8.1 This contract, health declaration and consent form must be signed before commencing any livery, treatment, service, use of facilities. By booking, you confirm that you are authorised by the horse's owner to accept our Terms & Conditions.

8.2 Neither YEC nor its representatives accept liability for any loss, damage, accident, injury, or illness to any clients, horses, owners, visitors, or property. All horses are at their owner's risk.
Owner Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number*
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Emergency Contacts

Please provide details of a 'Next of Kin' for your horse who you give full consent to act on your behalf if we cannot reach you. You can nominate more than one person if you wish. Please also provide details of your vet.
Emergency / Next of Kin Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Emergency / Next of Kin Contact Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Emergency / Next of Kin Contact Name

First NameLast Name
Emergency / Next of Kin Contact Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Vet Name

First NameLast Name
Vet Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
I give my consent for Yorkshire EC, The Hydrotherapy Hut and or my Emergency Contact to speak to my vet and organise any care that my horse may need in a health situation. I agree all associated fees are my responsibility

I consent
Livery Booking Dates Arrival*

DayMonthYear
Date
Hour MinutesAM/PM Option
Livery Booking Dates Leaving*

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Date
Hour MinutesAM/PM Option
Horse Details
Horse Name
Horse Age
Horse Height
Horse Sex

MareGeldingStalllion
Known Vices / Handling Notes:*
Additional information relevant to care of horse e.g. known vices (crib biting, kicking, aggressive with food, or handling issues:
Special Requirements*
Additional information relevant to any medical conditions and special requirements including all illnesses/injuries relating to the horse
Feeding Instructions*
Please detail feed and any supplements supplied
Rugging Preferences*
If you would like to provide special detail about usual rugs worn for turnout, stable, or based on temperature preferences
Please detail any equipment left with your horse*
Is your horse allowed turnout?*

No - Stable onlyYes - Arena turnoutYes - Grass TurnoutHandwalking on soft surfaceHandwalking - Grazing
Please detail any issues we are likely to encounter with your horse if turnout or hand walking is permitted? Horses are turned out on their own for biosecurity reasons. Other horses will be in view but not next to them.*
Please also confirm your horse*

Has no wounds or mud fever or skin issues on limbs or belly for arrival.Is not due the farrier during their stayHas no loose shoes or road studs/pins/spikes
We may take photos or videos for training, monitoring, or marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be featured publicly, just let us know. We do not share names or identifying details without permission. If you would like to follow your horse on social features, be sure to follow us and we will tag you if you wish
I have read the full Terms & Conditions
I confirm that I am the legal owner of the horse listed, or have full permission to act as their representative.
By ticking this box, I confirm that I have fully read, understood, and accept all terms and conditions outlined in the Treadmill Livery Contract provided above. I acknowledge this serves as my binding agreement to these terms.
Name if not owner

First NameLast Name
Date*

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Date
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