Equestrian Sport
Jersey Fresh fresh out of cashForget the rumors. The Jersey Fresh three-day event, which came close to being scuttled for financial considerations, will return to the Horse Park of New Jersey this spring after all — but it needs help. From NJ.com. Read more >>
Equine Welfare
Horse slaughter study wantedA North Dakota lawmaker is pushing a bill that would set money aside to study whether the state should process unwanted horses. From The Bismarck Tribune. Read more >>
Few wild horses find homes during BLM auctionWhen the Spanish conquistadors began exploring the southwest 400 years ago, it was on the backs of horses. From The Salt Lake Tribune. Read more >>
Dead And Suffering Horses, 80 Dogs, Found On FarmInvestigators in Virginia looking into the death of two horses say they uncovered a massive case of animal neglect this week. From WITN. Read more >>
Buyer beware when you donate to horse rescuesAn organization that claims to be a nonprofit or not-for-profit horse rescue should meet several standards, and would-be donors should be aware of these before donating money or time, according to people in the industry. From WTOP. Read more >>
Horse Racing
State to study whether Santa Anita’s synthetic helps horsesSanta Anita’s synthetic track as been controversial, but backers say it’s cut down on horse injuries. From L.A. Times. Read more >>
In Other News
Drill team shows off rehabbed horsesThe Jack Knife Hollow Hick Chicks youth drill team rides with one motto: All horses are valued and can do anything when given time. From The Columbia Missourian. Read more >>
A call for equine artThe New England Equine Art Experience is calling to artists to enter the “Heart of the Horse” online and gallery exhibit. From Village Soup. Read more >>
Yesterday’s News >>
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