Horse Owner Resources

Losing cattle on a Florida farm means acting fast in the heat. This rancher’s guide covers your first steps, disposal options — removal, cremation, on-site burial, and composting — and what Florida law requires across Ocala and North Central Florida.

Florida hurricane season starts June 1. Here is how horse, cattle, and livestock owners across Ocala and Central Florida can prepare their farms now to protect animals before storms hit.

When a horse passes, the first hours demand difficult decisions. This compassionate Florida owner’s guide walks you through what to do immediately, your three aftercare options (removal, cremation, on‑site burial), the state’s legal requirements, and how to move forward with dignity — from a family of Ocala horsemen.