"Compassion for animals is intimately associated with goodness of character, and it may be confidently asserted that he who is cruel to animals cannot be a good man.” ― Arthur Schopenhauer, The Basis of Morality
Mission:
The ultimate and unwavering goal of NorthWoods Friesians is produce healthy Friesians horses; physically and mentally fit to fulfill the goal of being the exemplary utility horse.
We strive for robust health, a pleasant disposition, and versatility through intricate, selective means by evaluating all of the resources the KFPS can provide through stallion reports, keuring results, webinars, literature, and videos, as well as through the personal collection of additional information I have obtained over the years.
We strive for robust health, a pleasant disposition, and versatility through intricate, selective means by evaluating all of the resources the KFPS can provide through stallion reports, keuring results, webinars, literature, and videos, as well as through the personal collection of additional information I have obtained over the years.
Welfare Policy:
This is a ZERO tolerance policy.
Any and every animal at NorthWoods Friesians - large and small - is treated with the dignity and respect it deserves. At no point would we ever consider putting the animal's life or well-being at risk for any sort of personal, professional, reputational, or financial gain.
Absolutely NO hitting, kicking, slapping, pinching, stabbing, or poking on any of the animals, especially in sensitive areas such as the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and genitals with intent to do harm, to cause or exacerbate an illness or injury or cause the animal discomfort or intentionally putting that animal or other animal's life in immediate danger and/or risk their well-being.
All of our animals are entitled to continuous access to clean water, fresh food, adequate shelter, adequate fresh air and ventilation, veterinary/farrier care as needed, and timely euthanasia to avoid prolonged suffering due to incurable or unrecoverable disease or illness.
Any visitor, client, volunteer, or employee of NorthWoods Friesians is expected to show our animals - large and small - the same respect we show our guests. If, at any point, we feel the behavior of an individual(s) violates this policy, the individual(s) will be asked to leave immediately. This violation will also serve as voluntary resignation of employment or volunteering responsibilities.
Any and every animal at NorthWoods Friesians - large and small - is treated with the dignity and respect it deserves. At no point would we ever consider putting the animal's life or well-being at risk for any sort of personal, professional, reputational, or financial gain.
Absolutely NO hitting, kicking, slapping, pinching, stabbing, or poking on any of the animals, especially in sensitive areas such as the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and genitals with intent to do harm, to cause or exacerbate an illness or injury or cause the animal discomfort or intentionally putting that animal or other animal's life in immediate danger and/or risk their well-being.
All of our animals are entitled to continuous access to clean water, fresh food, adequate shelter, adequate fresh air and ventilation, veterinary/farrier care as needed, and timely euthanasia to avoid prolonged suffering due to incurable or unrecoverable disease or illness.
Any visitor, client, volunteer, or employee of NorthWoods Friesians is expected to show our animals - large and small - the same respect we show our guests. If, at any point, we feel the behavior of an individual(s) violates this policy, the individual(s) will be asked to leave immediately. This violation will also serve as voluntary resignation of employment or volunteering responsibilities.
If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please contact NWF:
