Recent News for Welfare and Industry
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Court Order Halts BLM Mustang Gather
January 07, 2013
A federal court judge has ordered the BLM to stop gathering mustangs from the Owyhee Herd Management Area.... Read More
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BLM Stiffens Mustang Purchase Rules
January 07, 2013
The new rules restrict purchases of more than four animals in a six-month period unless approved by the BLM.... Read More
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Operation Gelding Castrates 208 Stallions in 2012
January 06, 2013
Almost 600 stallions have been castrated since the Operation Gelding program was first in August 2010.... Read More
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BLM Resumes Owyhee Complex Wild Horse Gather
January 05, 2013
The BLM plans to gather about 186 wild horses during this portion of the gather. ... Read More
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Florida Authorities Investigate Assaults on Miniature Horses
January 04, 2013
The breeder hopes video surveillance will help identify a man she alleges has sexually assaulted her animals.... Read More
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New Mexico Horse Shooting Probed
January 03, 2013
The mare had sustained a gunshot wound to the neck and is recovering under veterinary care.... Read More
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Equine Welfare Advocates Wish Lists for 2013
January 01, 2013
Some advocates have ideas about how to keep at-risk horses safe and to improve equine welfare.... Read More
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Florida Therapy Horses to Comfort Sandy Hook Community
December 28, 2012
A trio of Miniature Horses from Florida will begin the new year helping the community of Newtown, Conn., heal.... Read More
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Partnership Will Improve Water for Wyoming Wild Horses, Wildlife
December 27, 2012
Members of the partnership are working to improve water sources for wild horses in the McCullough Peaks HMA.... Read More
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Jockey Club Denies Trainers due to Drug Violations
December 27, 2012
Both individuals violated rules involving prohibited or restricted drugs, medications, or substances.... Read More
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Humane Groups Named in Equine Slaughter-Related Lawsuit
December 26, 2012
The lawsuit alleges the organizations conspired to defame a New Mexico meat processing company.... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
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MHIB Awards Grants to Promote Horse Industry
December 24, 2012
Equine rehabilitation and rescue groups are among the 22 organizations to receive more than $25,000 in grants.... Read More
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Prizes Awarded at Equine Extravaganza's Rags to Riches Competition
December 22, 2012
The event showcased the transformation of rescued horses.... Read More
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Reward Offered in California Horse Abandonment Case
December 21, 2012
Two horses showing signs of neglect were abandoned in a rural part of Monterey County earlier this month.... Read More
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Part of BLM's Owyhee Complex Wild Horse Gather Complete
December 21, 2012
After a holiday break, the gather will resume in early January 2013.... Read More
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RMTC Makes Corticosteroid Recommendations
December 21, 2012
Among the recommendations was a prohibition on corticosteroids joint injections within seven days of a race.... Read More
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Minnesota Horse Council Member Facing Cruelty Charges
December 21, 2012
A member of the board of directors is facing charges for allegedly maltreating 16 horses on her property.... Read More
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Churchill Downs Foundation Supports Equine Rescue Center
December 20, 2012
The foundation awarded a $10,000 grant to the Kentucky Equine Humane Center for general horse care.... Read More
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BLM Seeks Public Input on Managing Wild Horses during Drought
December 20, 2012
The BLM is seeking input on an environmental assessment for management of wild horses during drought.... Read More
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Philadelphia Bill would Regulate Inner-City Horse Keeping
December 18, 2012
The proposed ordinance would regulate various aspects of horse keeping in the city.... Read More
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Owner Charged in Washington Equine Cruelty Case
December 17, 2012
A Washington state man is facing charges in connection with the alleged maltreatment of 39 horses.... Read More
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Racehorses Test Positive for Methamphetamine Exposure
December 17, 2012
Officials are investigating how the two Standardbred horses might have been exposed to the drug.... Read More
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Toxic Weeds Likely Behind the Deaths of 19 BLM Horses
December 17, 2012
Preliminary results from Colorado State University suggests ingestion of the plant caused the horses' deaths.... Read More
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Montana Rancher Sentenced in Horse Cruelty Case
December 17, 2012
James H. Leachman was sentenced to pay $5,000 in fines and to serve five consecutive years in jail.... Read More
