2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Do you have a Horse for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Your Barn?The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) will field a Para-Equestrian Dressage Team for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG), and for the first time this world championship will be run concurrently with the seven other FEI disciplines. From USEF. Read more >>
Fund shortfall for Equestrian GamesWith the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky only seven months away, national federations in several countries are feeling stress over trying to fund the riders qualified to attend. From Weekly Times Now. Read more >>
Equine Welfare
Augusta Veterinarians Caring For HorsesVeterinarians call it one of the worst abuse cases they’ve seen. From NBC29. Read more >>
Clinton Horse Farm Comes Under State ScrutinyA horse farm in Clinton is attracting attention from neighbors, members of Maine’s horse and rider community and state animal welfare agents, who say they are working with the owners on a plan to ensure adequate care. From MPBN. Read more >>
Horse Protection Bill AdvancesA Kentucky House committee has approved a bill aimed at creating a state board to oversee health and safety issues for the many breeds of horses in Kentucky. From WJTV. Read more >>
In Other News
Horse protest planned for Obama visitWild horse advocates plan a protest this week during a visit by US President Barack Obama to Nevada. From Horsetalk. Read more >>
Horse owners try to corral Oklahoma lawmakers on dental careAbout 100 horse owners and ranchers fanned out through the state Capitol halls Tuesday to urge legislators to support legislation that would allow them to choose who provides dental care to their horses. From The Oklahoman. Read more >>
BLM hosting wild horse adoption eventThe federal Bureau of Land Management says it plans to allow people to adopt wild horses at reduced fees at an event in Carson City. From The Las Vegas Sun. Read more >>
DSU Sued Over Decision To Cut Equestrian TeamA Canadian teenager who signed a letter of intent with Delaware State University is suing over the school’s decision to eliminate its women’s equestrian team. From WJZ. Read more >>
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