What to Expect

This is a restricted access facility, however visitation is permitted under the following  guidelines:

 

  • All visitors must sign in and out.
  • All visitors must walk through the required foot baths upon entering and leaving the facility and must observe state required levels of Biosecurity.
  • Quarantine horses may be handwalked, ridden or lunged in the designated areas at pre-arranged times.
  • There will be designated turnout options available.
  • All equipment brought in must remain with the horse in a designated area for the duration of the quarantine period.  Nothing may be left in the aisle.
  • No pets are permitted in the quarantine area.
  • Farriers and Veterinarians are permitted during normal business hours with prior notification.

If you would like further information on Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM) go to the USDA website here.

We Go Beyond the Sale

Diamond T Ranch’s licensed C.E.M. quarantine facility is ready to provide the finest service and care for your imported mare.  During this period, each horse will be cared for by our knowledgeable staff and owners. You are welcome to come out and enjoy your new horse with prior notification. 
The C.E.M. quarantine stay for mares is approximately 3 weeks and once testing is completed, and negative results obtained, an official release form is issued.  

If you have and questions about Diamond T Ranch’s quarantine protocol, feel free to give us a call.

Cindy Torbeck

304-299-4802