Welfare

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Belief in animal emotion linked to better welfare in working equids
New international research highlights the benefits of a compassionate connection between humans and their horses, donkeys and mules
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Registration opens for 2023 ASPCA Right Horse Summit
Deadline is Aug. 4 for September meeting of equine welfare leaders in Kentucky
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U.S. horse racing enters new regulatory era
New and enhanced anti-doping regulations took effect in U.S. Thoroughbred horse racing on March 27 following the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) approval of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s...
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ASPCA applauds horse-friendly federal budget
There have been some recent victories for equine welfare at the federal level. Here are a few of the key advances being celebrated by animal advocates.
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Webinar will explore equine welfare data
The discussion will compare equine welfare data to companion animal statistics and include a panel of experts sharing their experiences.
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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance accredits 34 organizations
Accreditation, which makes groups eligible to receive financial grants to support the care of their Thoroughbreds, is awarded after an application and inspection process to ensure groups meet standards...
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Poll shows support for anti-soring legislation
Kentuckians oppose horse soring and support the Prevent All Soring Tactics Act (S. 1007/H.R. 693)