An industry focus on education about cost of care, proper husbandry, expectations, retraining, and life-ending decisions has reduced the number of unwanted horses in the United States.
British researchers found sport horses and those with higher adoption fees found homes most quickly.
Awareness about unwanted horses has grown significantly over the past 20 years, and the horse industry has taken strides to find solutions. But there’s still work to do.
Respondents reported their equine veterinarians as their most trusted sources for vaccination and deworming information.
The UHC said organizations should advocate for “Owning Responsibly,” strive to provide collaborative partnerships, and be a registered 501(c)(3).
The foundation will distribute $459,198 to 27 organizations and special projects committed to improving equine welfare.
Program volunteers represent the UHC at meetings nationwide to present information about unwanted horses.
A rundown of equine welfare issues currently plaguing the U.S. industry and what’s being done to address them.
The Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) has received a generous donation of $102 from 11-year-old supporter Sophia Hatto.
The AAEP has awarded the Unwanted Horse Coalition a grant of $5,000 to be put towards its Operation Gelding fund.
The 2015 AHP Equine Industry Survey shows that horse owners rely on vets, industry has stabilized since Great Recession.
Of the 1,238 respondents, 517 (42%) said they are most concerned about “unwanted” horses.
Dr. Tom Lenz shares information about the “unwanted” horse and changing perceptions of equine welfare.
Rescued horses can be heartbreaking and often require special care to bring them back to health. Learn how you can help during our live event.
The UHC works to fulfill its mission to reduce the number of unwanted horses and to improve equid welfare.
Reasons, costs, and solutions for the increase in unwanted horses will be discussed at the March 8 summit.
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