Legal Term
Veterinary Cost Sharing Provision
Legal Definition
A contractual clause in equine boarding agreements that specifies the allocation of financial responsibility for veterinary care expenses between the horse owner and the boarding facility, including conditions for cost division, payment procedures, and exceptions based on negligence or cause of injury.
In Plain English
A part of a horse boarding contract that decides who pays for the horse's vet bills and under what circumstances, helping avoid surprises and arguments over money.
Example in a Contract
Section 5: Veterinary Expenses. Owner shall pay all routine and emergency veterinary costs for the Horse, including but not limited to vaccinations, farrier services, and illness treatment. Facility shall cover 100% of veterinary expenses directly resulting from Facility's negligence or failure to provide standard care. All vet invoices must be approved in writing by Owner prior to non-emergency treatment, with emergency care requiring immediate notification within 24 hours.
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