Lydia Miller, DVM, joined the Hooved Animal Humane Society (HAHS) as its new executive director on June 11. She will help the organization celebrate its 30th anniversary of promoting and ensuring humane treatment of horses and other hooved animals through education, advocacy, investigation, and legal intervention.

Miller plans to expand the HAHS’s educational activities and programs, increase membership and fundraising, and step up advocacy efforts with the support of volunteers and dedicated staff. Prior to this position, Miller served as the Director of Owner Education for the American Association of Equine Practitioners.

“As (Miller) is a veterinarian, we are assured the animals are in good hands,” said Lee Abernethy, HAHS Board Member. “In addition, she brings professional business management and communication that HAHS needs as we make our way into the 21st century.”

As a new chapter of the HAHS begins, the organization is involved in controversial lawsuits with its previous executive director, Donna Ewing. She has formed a new organization, the Hooved Animal Rescue and Protection Society (HARPS). Details from both sides of the lawsuits can be viewed at www.hahs.org and www.donnaewing.com