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  • Study Using Remote Controlled Cars Creates Horse Training Controversy

    Findings of Australian researchers using a remote control car to mimic the actions of a trainer suggest  that two techniques in Monty Roberts’ training apply emotional pressure to horses, and their response is based on their natural instincts related t

    Flossie Sellers - December 13, 2012 09:54

  • BLM Investigates Colorado Wild Horse Deaths

    The Colorado Communications Director for the BLM has announced that 19 wild horses have been found dead at the Canon City Wild Horse Inmate Program facility.

    Flossie Sellers - December 10, 2012 08:57

  • ACTHA Moves Trail Riding Obstacles Events into Arenas

    The American Competitive Trail Horse Association recently released a new format which allows events to be held in an arena (indoor, outdoor or covered) in order to protect riders from extreme weather conditions.

    Flossie Sellers - December 27, 2012 09:01

  • USDA Adopts Animal Disease Traceability Program

    Beginning March 11, 2013, traveling across state lines with horses will become more involved.  Below is an explanatory article courtesy of the American Horse Council. 

    Flossie Sellers - February 12, 2013 08:04

  • Advice for Would-be Horse Rescuers

    In addressing the raging brush fires in Australia, the Australian horse welfare organization is addressing the plight of horses that need rescuing, not only as a result of the fires, but on a day-to-day basis. They have some very good advice for those who

    Flossie Sellers - January 7, 2013 08:30

  • British Horse Welfare Groups Call for CCTV Monitoring

    Britain’s major horse welfare charities unite in calling on Defra to make CCTV monitoring in slaughterhouses mandatory.

    Flossie Sellers - February 16, 2013 09:09

  • Alert! Donations Needed for Winter Feed Drive for Horses

    Straight to the horse’s mouth! is an appropriate slogan for SAFE  which is a grass roots organization that is making a major league difference for horses.

    Flossie Sellers - November 24, 2012 11:27

  • Alltech Helping Horse Owners Face Economic Challenges

    In the current economic climate, horse owners need to do more with less. Since feed constitutes the largest cost factor for any animal, it is important that the use of available ingredients is maximized. Feed efficiency should therefore be considered a si

    Flossie Sellers - November 9, 2012 12:18

  • California Horse Rescuers Need Help Now

    A Chino Hills non-profit facility taking care of a large group of rescue horses is asking the public for help to avoid having to close its doors.

    Flossie Sellers - December 26, 2012 08:40

  • American Miniature Horse Assn Celebrates Championship Show

    The most beautiful and refined small equine competitors from all over the world came to compete at the 2012 American Miniature Horse Association’s (AMHA) World Championship show at Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas September 27-October 6,

    Flossie Sellers - October 17, 2012 08:42

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