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Equine Welfare

Pet Talk: Vet halts horses’ suffering when owners can’t
The mare’s cracked hooves drag across the concrete stable floor. She’s too old and arthritic to pick up her feet. From Oregon Live. Read more >>

Saddlebred Rescue, Inc. Announces New Lease Program
As part of their mission to widen the safety net for the saddle seat breeds, Saddlebred Rescue, Inc. is announcing the start of a new lease program in addition to their ongoing rescue and adoption efforts. From Saddlebred Rescue. Read more >>

Opposition to wild horse proposal is misguided
Sometimes celebrities enter debates on controversial issues to draw special attention to their cause. From The Casper Tribune. Read more >>

In Other News

British Equestrian Federation awarded for coaching structure
The governing body of horse sport in Britain won an award last night for the system of coaching it has implemented across the UK. From Horse and Hound. Read more >>

Woman accused of being intoxicated on horse in Shelbyville Christmas parade
A woman has posted $500 bond on a charge of public intoxication after police said she passed out on a horse she rode in the Shelbyville Christmas parade. From WHNT. Read more >>

USEF Announces “My Favorite USEF Breed Competition” Contest Winners
In July, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) announced a new contest for 2009 designed to let USEF members vote for their “Favorite USEF Breed Competition.” From USEF. Read more >>

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