1999 World Trotting Conference - Horse Welfare
Paper presented by Dr Hugh Wirth outlining RSPCA Australia's stance on horse welfare issues, including the use of horses for harness racing and other forms of entertainment. Outlin…
Australian Horse Industry Council
Official information on horse health and welfare issues from Australia's peak industry body. Includes a horse emergency contact database (HECD) in case of natural disasters and exo…
Australian Racing Industry Welfare Guidelines
Adapted from recommendations by the International Group of Specialist Racing Veterinarians, these guidelines cover all aspects of racing, from the initial preparation of horses to …
Benefits of horse urine
June, 2002 story from the Australian ABC TV program Landline on a humane, free-range method of PMU farming, in which urine is collected from pregnant mares for the production of oe…
Dead on Arrival
British RSPCA report (1999) on the plight of horses transported for slaughter in Europe. It is one of 200 publications produced by the RSPCA to educate and inform people about anim…
EquiSearch - Equine Rescue and Welfare Issues
Read real-life experiences and solutions, as well as information about the professional organizations to call on for help in cases of equine abuse and neglect.
Help Horses - Resource Links
A listing of useful links outlining ways to help horses in abuse situations, including those requiring rescue or refuge. Includes anti-slaughter petition, free classifieds and web …
Hooved Animal Rescue and Protection Society
Founded and run by Donna Ewing, HARPS focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, education, and legislation to protect horses and other hooved animals in the United States. Based in Barrin…
Horse Learning and Behaviour
Non-invasive scientific research into the thinking and learning abilities of horses, also public education based on this research to improve horse welfare.
Horse Tripping
In Defense of Animals factsheet on the cruel sport of horse tripping, still practised at larger Mexican-style rodeos and as backyard entertainment. Includes description and history…
Horse Ulcer
Story from the Australian ABC TV program Catalyst on the high incidence of gastric ulcers in racehorses and pinpoints lack of roughage as the main cause of this serious welfare pro…
HR 857 News The American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act News
News and information on HR857 The American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act, which is a Bill currently before Congress.
Just Say Whoa!! To Horse Slaughter
Information on the horse slaughter industry, the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act - HR857, the two remaining slaughter houses in Texas, ways to help stop horse slaughter and…
North American Equine Ranching Information Council
NAERIC represents ranchers involved in the collection of pregnant mares' urine (PMU). Presents a positive slant to the Premarin debate, including that the horses are managed accor…
Premarin and PMU Info Page
Contains information about the treatment of horses on the PMU farms where pregnant mares urine is collected for the production of Premarin.
Premarin Farms
Welfare issues associated with the treatment of pregnant mares on farms used to produce the hormone replacement therapy drug Premarin. Contacts, links and information about the fa…
Ripley's Horse Aid Foundation
This organization provides emergency help with feed, vet care, farrier services and building materials to established horse rescue groups, also advises on welfare and health care.
Rodeo Animal Welfare
National Senior Pro Rodeo Association article refuting many of the claims made about welfare infringements and cruelty to horses, cattle and calves used in rodeo sports.
Safe Haven for Donkeys in the Holy Land
SHADH provides care for abandoned and abused donkeys and mules and works to raise awareness and develop education programs to reduce the cruel treatment of these animals throughout…
Save the Horses
Details the 1998 California Equine Council campaign that led to the passing of an Act making horse slaughter for human consumption illegal in California. Includes the comments of m…
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