Comments on: Horse slaughter ban included in proposed 2014 U.S. budget

By: Wade

Wade — Sat, 03 May 2014 13:26:45 +0000

I have been involved in the equine industry for multiple years now and have seen both the good and bad effects horse slaughter has had on the industry. I would have to agree that it is inhumane on how they slaughter these horses, but I disagree with the fact that it is cruel to these beloved animals. Because if you think about it; would you rather have them starve to death or be put down with in a minute or two instead of months to weeks of suffering.
Also I want you to think about all the starving people in foreign countries. With all the excess horses in this country they would also be a great source of food, and maybe even help to put an end to world hunger since most of these horses are sent overseas.
Lastly is that when horse slaughter was in affect it helped not only the slaughter industry, but the equine industry as well. This is true, because when there were no unwanted horses and more customers, horse prices rose, but now that everyone has a horse, prices have dropped. This has dramatically effected us who try to make a living in the equine industry. I have had friends lose their businesses and facilities and I would just like everyone to re-think their point of view on HORSE SLAUGTHER?

By: Clarissa

Clarissa — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 18:46:55 +0000

Horse slaughter is not only cruel and inhumane to horses, it is harmful to humans as well. In its lifetime, a horse is given medications and other toxic substances that would be harmful to humans and animals that consume its meat. Horse meat is not sold in the United States, but it is exported to other countries.
Horses are beautiful, intelligent animals that bring joy and friendship into our lives. We need to protect these sensitive animals from being killed.
Horses can’t speak for themselves, but we can be their voice. Let congress know that Americans won’t stand by while these precious animals are butchered.
Please don’t be a bystander, be a rescuer! Follow this link to act today:
http://act.wildhorsepreservation.org/p/dia/action/public/?action_KEY=13157

By: Pat

Pat — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:31:38 +0000

There’s no $ to support horse meat inspections, the beef/sheep/goat etc inspectors have enough on their hands and the money used, out of MY pocket, should NOT be used for such inspections. Bill, you’re the idiot.

By: Gee and Haw

Gee and Haw — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 06:40:37 +0000

I had to sell a few of well loved horses, due to the death of our son, but I really tried to make sure that the people who brought them, thought the saame as me, about slaughter. Many of the families had lots of kids, and the horses would become part of their families.

By: Galadriel

Galadriel — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 23:44:09 +0000

Oh no. Not again.

By: Susan

Susan — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:57:33 +0000

I’ve got news for you Bill from Wyoming, you better hope non of the Ranchers and horse owners in your State read your discusting and ignorant comment. The act of slaughtering horses has nothing to do with Obama, Democrats or Republicans. It has to do with the treatment of our National Treasure and the preservation of Horses. I am a horse owner and find you a disgrace to Americans. Bill, you are an idiot.

By: Frank

Frank — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:44:57 +0000

Sicking the negative comments. Obviously these are heartless individuals who don’t own domestic animals or know anything about them. They should move out of our Country and live in countries that eat what we civilized people love as pets and friends. Our Horses and domestic pets have hearts, know love,have feelings,know fear and are very intuitive. If anyone harmed my horses or my dogs and cats they would feel my wrath and if anyone could approve of how horses are slaughtered in Mexico and Canada, they have no feelings at all. These are the same despictable trash that torture and dump unwanted pets on the road to die. We have several Horse Sanctuary’s that will not harm any horses and shelters that will not kill pets. Write Congress and demand safety and life for our National Heritage and Treasure, Horses.

By: loving, bleeding heart

loving, bleeding heart — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:29:17 +0000

I’ve seen enough about horse slaughter to decide for myself that I 100% think its time to stop it. I think its truly disgusting. My horse will be with me til the end.

By: Bill

Bill — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:20:34 +0000

Really a horse has a heart and soul……please do not tell OBUMMER..he will get them a voter reg card!!! Pro HOrse Processing and DAMM PROUD OF IT! You bleeding hearts need to get a friggin life….it is the best meat you can eat

By: Billy

Billy — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:51:33 +0000

What is the difference between Horse slaughter and beef Slaughter? I have horses and love my horses. i would support the slaughter of horses as long as it is done human way like cattle are now. Must be alot of veggie eatten people in this world.