HSUS hosts Honoring the Horse Event: Join us in New Orleans March 31st-April 1st
Thursday, March 19 2015
HSUS logo When the Equine Protection Department of The Humane Society of the United States decided to host its first national event devoted to horses, several names for the event were suggested.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
The Homes for Horses Coalition Provides Support to the Equine Rescue Community
Tuesday, February 10 2015
HSUS logo The Homes for Horses Coalition is a group of like-minded horse rescues and sanctuaries dedicated to ending horse slaughter and other forms of equine abuse, while promoting growth, collaboration and professionalism in the equine rescue and protection community. The Coalition was founded in 2007 and is supported by the Animal Welfare Institute, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and The Humane Society of the United States through the Jim and Jeannie Dodson Equine Protection Fund. The Homes for Horses Coalition is actively engaged in improving the lives of America’s equines by advancing the highest operating standards for equine rescue and retirement homes, promoting responsible horse ownership and facilitating communication and collaboration among equine welfare organizations.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
A Tale of Two Horse Shows
Tuesday, October 28 2014
HSUS logo At The Humane Society of the United States, we know that the majority of horses are happiest when they have jobs and are physically and mentally healthy enough to train in a discipline most suited to their body type, skills and personality. Not all horses are suited for all disciplines.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
The Cruelest Show on Earth
Wednesday, October 08 2014
HSUS logo Every August, the performance Tennessee walking horse show industry crowns its World Grand Champion at the National Celebration, held in Shelbyville, Tenn.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs