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Jockey Club Fee Increase to Support Aftercare Alliance
The Jockey Club's increased fees will support the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
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Florida Horse Rescue Investigated
Authorities are seeking those who have placed or adopted from the rescue as part of an ongoing investigation.
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ASPCA Grants $290,000 to Assist Retired Racehorses
This grant program aids in the rescue and rehabilitation of retired racehorses.
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RACE Fund Online Auction Begins May 25
May 16, 2013
The RACE Fund is launching spring fund drive auction to help raise funds for racehorse retirement and rescue.... Read More
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TAA Accredits First Three Aftercare Facilities
May 08, 2013
The facilities are now able to receive financial support from the TAA for the care of retired Thoroughbreds.... Read More
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Penn National Race Course Working for Horse Adoption
March 16, 2013
The track's simulcast feed will run informational slots featuring retired racehorses available for adoption.... Read More
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BHS: "A Horse is for Life, Not Just for Christmas"
November 25, 2012
The BHS reminds those considering a gift horse for Christmas that these animals require care for life.... Read More
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UHC Director Judges 'Rags to Riches Rescue Competition'
November 08, 2012
Ten rescued horses and their riders competed against each other for top honors.... Read More
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NYTHA Contributes $10,000 to Thoroughbred Aftercare
November 01, 2012
The donation was made via the Breeders' Cup's new "Text to Donate" to Thoroughbred aftercare campaign.... Read More
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Breeders' Cup Participants to Support Thoroughbred Aftercare
October 29, 2012
Trainers and owners of Breeders' Cup contenders have pledged a percentage of earnings to support aftercare.... Read More
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Breeders' Cup 'Text to Donate' Benefits Retired Racehorses
October 25, 2012
The campaign will allow donations benefiting the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance to be given via text.... Read More
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Thoroughbred Aftercare One of Main Topics at Welfare Seminar
October 19, 2012
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance was a main focus during a session entitled "Totally Aftercare."... Read More
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Potential Oregon Horse Processing Plant Opposed
October 15, 2012
Civic leaders will challenge the location of a horse processing plant proposed for development in Hermiston.... Read More
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Jockey Club Fee Increase to Support Aftercare Alliance
October 11, 2012
The Jockey Club's increased fees will support the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.... Read More
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Florida Horse Rescue Investigated
October 03, 2012
Authorities are seeking those who have placed or adopted from the rescue as part of an ongoing investigation.... Read More
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Event will Raise Funds for Off-Track Horses
September 29, 2012
A show and sale will raise awareness for the opportunities available for off-track Thoroughbreds.... Read More
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Judge Refuses to Dismiss Suit Against TRF
September 18, 2012
The lawsuit alleges a host of complaints, including that horses were mistreated under the group's care.... Read More
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ASPCA Grants $290,000 to Assist Retired Racehorses
August 31, 2012
This grant program aids in the rescue and rehabilitation of retired racehorses.... Read More
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New Vocations Granted $50,000 to Help Retired Thoroughbreds
August 20, 2012
The grants will be used to aid the program's efforts to rehab, retrain, and rehome retired racehorses.... Read More
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Ky. Council Discusses Voluntary Equine Rescue Certifications
July 25, 2012
The council discussed voluntary certifications for rescue and retirement facilities in the commonwealth.... Read More
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ASPCA Grants $7,000 to Hidden Springs Horse Rescue
July 22, 2012
The funding will help the rehabilitation of 14 neglected horses seized by local law enforcement last January.... Read More
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Proceeds from Book Sales will Support Operation Gelding
May 17, 2012
Proceeds from the sale of "How to Start and Run a Rescue" will go directly toward funding Operation Gelding.... Read More
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NETRC Accepts 100th Retired Racehorse
May 12, 2012
In 2011, the organization placed 30 Thoroughbreds in approved homes and maintained an average herd size of 24.... Read More
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New York Attorney General Sues TRF
May 04, 2012
The complaint alleges that for years the TRF took in far more horses than it could afford to support.... Read More
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Neglect Charges Dismissed Against Oregon Horse Breeder
April 17, 2012
The farm owner had been declared incompetent and was under the care of a guardian in Washington state.... Read More
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Canadian Veterinarian Convicted on Cruelty Charges
March 29, 2012
Mark Marohn, DVM, was convicted of maltreating six horses, one of which he tried to use to pull an automobile.... Read More
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New York Thoroughbred Groups to Aid Retired Racehorses
March 16, 2012
The new group is designed to expand options for ex-racehorses and the demand for the breed in horse shows.... Read More
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ASPCA Grants More Than $1.5 Million to Equine Groups in 2011
February 28, 2012
The ASPCA provided $1,682,352 in the form of 183 grants to support equine rescue groups in 38 states in 2011.... Read More
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