MHIB Awards Grants to Promote Horse Industry
Edited Press Release
December 24, 2012
Equine rehabilitation and rescue groups are among the 22 organizations to receive more than $25,000 in grants.
Equine rehabilitation and rescue groups are among the 22 organizations to receive more than $25,000 in grants.
The foundation awarded a $10,000 grant to the Kentucky Equine Humane Center for general horse care.
A man claiming to be purchasing horses for the group is an imposter, the rescue’s founder says.
The HSUS is launching the program to help horses rescued from cruelty and neglect cases or natural disasters.
The BHS reminds those considering a gift horse for Christmas that these animals require care for life.
Funds will provide relief for horses impacted by hay’s high cost and low supply in drought-stricken states.
Program director Anna Ford says that around $50,000 had been raised from the pledges so far this year.
Ten rescued horses and their riders competed against each other for top honors.
One welfare group uses learning theory techniques to keep feral or neglected horses and their handlers safe.
The donation was made via the Breeders’ Cup’s new “Text to Donate” to Thoroughbred aftercare campaign.
The three horses were spotted by college students earlier this month in Mallet Pond State Park.
The campaign will allow donations benefiting the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance to be given via text.
The training taught attendees how to accurately assess the welfare state of and care for seized horses.
Civic leaders will challenge the location of a horse processing plant proposed for development in Hermiston.
Authorities are seeking those who have placed or adopted from the rescue as part of an ongoing investigation.
Vets and animal welfare organizations teach law officers how to recognize signs of equine neglect.
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