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Location: Bessmer City NC | wanting to get my horses branded. wanting to have them freeze branded and wanting to have my own custom brand... where should i look to have the brand made??? and where should i find out any info on if the brand is available or already taken?? totally new to this |
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Location: Kentucky | I ordered mine from Pittsburgh Foundry. They did a great job, I received it within a few days after ordering. You need to look up brand laws in your state. They should also have a brand catalog as well.
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| You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done? |
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Location: Kansas | I've been wanting to get my own brand a few years down the road....but sadly I'm horrible at drawing up one LOL |
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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | hoofs_in_motion - 2014-04-28 10:49 AM I've been wanting to get my own brand a few years down the road....but sadly I'm horrible at drawing up one LOL
Get ahold of a brand company, one that makes the brands.....that's what we did. The guy actually designed it for us. We had an idea of what we wanted and he just ran with it. |
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| missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done?
Here is some more info for the state of Missouri.
http://agriculture.mo.gov/animals/livestockbranding.php
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Location: Kentucky | Here you go, OP. If you are in NC:
http://www.ncagr.gov/vet/livestock/LivestockBrands.htm |
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| missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM
countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done?
Most states want you to register your brand. I'm pretty sure it's not against the law to not register them but if someone where to steal your horse, put there registered brand on them and yours is not registered than in court it's going to be harder to prove that they are yours. In Oklahoma, registered brands are prima facie evidence in a court. (I had to look prima facie up the first time I read the rules so "sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved") We didn't register ours when we moved to Oklahoma, I guess it's a chance we'll take. |
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Location: Southeastern Idaho | Also register your brand with the state...I went ahead and found the link for North Carolina. This way you can see what has been taken and what hasn't either by the actual brand or location on the animal. I know our ranch's brand is on the right hip for horses and cattle but someone else in Idaho also has it on the left side. So we have to be sure we tell anyone helping us to PUT IT ON THE RIGHT SIDE! :) We had a mess once when a friend branded a heifer on her left hip.
http://www.ncagr.gov/vet/livestock/LivestockBrands.htm |
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| missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM
countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done?
I would say if you want to own that brand in MO you would need to register it, and if you want to brand any new horses definitely.
I would also make sure the brand is not already registered to someone else. |
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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:52 AM missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done?
Here is some more info for the state of Missouri.
http://agriculture.mo.gov/animals/livestockbranding.php
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Location: Kansas | missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:50 AM hoofs_in_motion - 2014-04-28 10:49 AM I've been wanting to get my own brand a few years down the road....but sadly I'm horrible at drawing up one LOL Get ahold of a brand company, one that makes the brands.....that's what we did. The guy actually designed it for us. We had an idea of what we wanted and he just ran with it.
Thanks for the idea Tiff! I'll definitely have to do that once I get it all figured out :) |
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| missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:57 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:52 AM missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done?
Here is some more info for the state of Missouri.
http://agriculture.mo.gov/animals/livestockbranding.php
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Location: North Dakota | But if I were you I would keep the registration up to date in your old state too. Your brand may not be "available" in the state you are currently in. In my opinion freeze brands should be small (about 2") also LAnd H in my hometown does business all over you can google them. |
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Location: The Great West | Contact Flying 45 freeze brands on Facebook, not only to the build them they do the homework when it comes to state brand laws and can help advise you.
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| Black Horse - 2014-04-28 12:43 PM
Contact Flying 45 freeze brands on Facebook, not only to the build them they do the homework when it comes to state brand laws and can help advise you.
^^^ THESE GUYS ARE AWESOME!!!!
Laura and Travis are great people who do fabulous work! I highly recommend them! They will work with you on all aspects of the brand and are really knowledgeable about registering it in different states too.
ETA - their regular website - http://www.flying45.com/branding-irons.php
PM me if you want/need more info.
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| Murphy - 2014-04-28 7:38 AM
I ordered mine from Pittsburgh Foundry. They did a great job, I received it within a few days after ordering. You need to look up brand laws in your state. They should also have a brand catalog as well.
OMG this is the CUTEST brand ever! Well...other than a skull and crossbones, maybe...but STILL! ;) |
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Location: Kentucky | RodeoCowgirl4u - 2014-04-29 1:06 AM Murphy - 2014-04-28 7:38 AM I ordered mine from Pittsburgh Foundry. They did a great job, I received it within a few days after ordering. You need to look up brand laws in your state. They should also have a brand catalog as well.
OMG this is the CUTEST brand ever! Well...other than a skull and crossbones, maybe...but STILL! ; )
LOL! Thanks! I live in Kentucky, and work at a distillery, so bourbon and whiskey are very important to us. I've had some people roll their eyes at my brand... guess they think it's "over the top" but I love it. A horse with a moonshine brand on it is pretty sweet. |
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Location: Washington. (The DRY side.) | FlyingJT - 2014-04-28 7:54 AM missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done? Most states want you to register your brand. I'm pretty sure it's not against the law to not register them but if someone where to steal your horse, put there registered brand on them and yours is not registered than in court it's going to be harder to prove that they are yours. In Oklahoma, registered brands are prima facie evidence in a court. (I had to look prima facie up the first time I read the rules so "sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved" ) We didn't register ours when we moved to Oklahoma, I guess it's a chance we'll take.
Actually in some states, it IS against the law to brand an animal with a brand that isn't registered to you. |
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Location: Arkansas | I also recommend Laura at Flying 45 brands. Really awesome and patient people! She will help you design the perfect brand for you. |
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Location: Kentucky | Kellie - 2014-04-29 1:56 PM OVER THE TOP... SICK OF THEM! j/s
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Location: Bessmer City NC | THANKS FOR THE INFO! i will definitely check into these ppl to make my brand! |
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Location: Montana | RacingQH - 2014-04-29 11:43 AM FlyingJT - 2014-04-28 7:54 AM missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done? Most states want you to register your brand. I'm pretty sure it's not against the law to not register them but if someone where to steal your horse, put there registered brand on them and yours is not registered than in court it's going to be harder to prove that they are yours. In Oklahoma, registered brands are prima facie evidence in a court. (I had to look prima facie up the first time I read the rules so "sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved" ) We didn't register ours when we moved to Oklahoma, I guess it's a chance we'll take.
You better have your brand registered in Montana before putting it on any livestock.
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| 3drums - 2014-04-30 11:49 AM
RacingQH - 2014-04-29 11:43 AM FlyingJT - 2014-04-28 7:54 AM missroselee - 2014-04-28 9:43 AM countrygirl2006 - 2014-04-28 10:41 AM You should check with your state to see what your branding laws are, as they vary with each state. In Missouri, you have to have it registered with the Dept of Ag. They have a log of what brands are registered, and what position on the body that brand is registered for.
I had my brand made through Pittsburgh Foundry and was very happy with the quality of the brand and their service. They were more affordable that L&H, which I know a lot of people use, but have just as good of quality and quickier turnaround time. (Or this was the case 5 years ago when I ordered mine)
So in the state of MO, you say you HAVE to have your brand registered? What if all five of my horses were already branded with my brand when I moved here? Do I still have to register my brand? And if I do, where/how do I get it done? Most states want you to register your brand. I'm pretty sure it's not against the law to not register them but if someone where to steal your horse, put there registered brand on them and yours is not registered than in court it's going to be harder to prove that they are yours. In Oklahoma, registered brands are prima facie evidence in a court. (I had to look prima facie up the first time I read the rules so "sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved" ) We didn't register ours when we moved to Oklahoma, I guess it's a chance we'll take.
Brand Inspectors will get ya and whomever put the brand on without asking/checking first.
last I knew it was the same in WY ... when I lived there anyway. |
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| brittany_laye - 2014-04-30 10:57 AM
THANKS FOR THE INFO! i will definitely check into these ppl to make my brand!
Branding Irons RC do an awesome job as well :) |
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