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End Horse Slaughter In The U.S.

March 18, 2013

(HORSES) For the first time since 2006, the U.S. is ready to begin the inhumane practice of slaughtering and exporting horses for human consumption. But the discovery of horse meat in beef products in several European countries over the past few months has led to a worldwide outcry by those against the killing of horses for meat, prompting lawmakers to take action. Last week, amid the widening horse meat scandal and the USDA’s announcement of a new horse slaughter facility in New Mexico, the nation’s leading animal welfare groups gathered with members of Congress on Capitol Hill to introduce the Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act, a new bill that would once again put an end to horse slaughter in the U.S. Read on to learn more about this potential umbrella ban and the ongoing dispute between ranchers, government officials, and animal rights activists. — Global Animal

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NYC Carriage Horse Hits Car

August 21, 2012

(CARRIAGE HORSES) NEW YORK — Oreo, a New York City carriage horse, bolted through the streets on Thursday after crashing into a limo. The terrified horse ran four blocks through traffic and among pedestrians before emergency responders could stop him. Read on for more on similar incidents with carriage horses and why many animal advocates and New York City citizens hope to have carriage horses taken off the streets. — Global Animal 

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Global Animal Visits Animal Acres (GALLERY)

August 3, 2012

(ANIMAL HUMAN FRIENDSHIP/GALLERY) Global Animal recently visited Animal Acres Farm Sanctuary in Acton, CA where we were able to meet and greet the numerous farm animals and learn about their plight. Having locations in New York, Northern California, and Los Angeles, Farm Sanctuary is currently the nation’s largest and most effective farm animal rescue and protection organization. The Southern California shelter in itself is 26 acres and houses more than 100 farm animals. The sanctuary works to protect animals from the abuses of factory farming and encourages a new awareness in the way society views and treats farm animals. Check out the memorable photos from our life-changing visit! — Global Animal

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Horses Helping Hindered Humans

February 29, 2012

(ANIMAL THERAPY) ENGLAND — Medical ailments and illnesses completely change a person’s mood and spirit. Emotionally withdrawn, many suffering from depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and autism crave a therapeutic answer without having to run to the pharmacy to collect prescriptions. Therapists in England think they might have found a way to help ease these illnesses: horses. Highly emotional, empathetic and intelligent, horses are now aiding patients and the results are promising. Read on to learn about how horses are taking on patients and teaching them about strength, love, and inner healing. — Global Animal 

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Two Horse Unit To Be Disbanded (VIDEO)

February 17, 2012

(POLICE HORSES) WINNIPEG — As a cost-cutting measure, the Winnipeg Police Service may cut its mounted patrol unit, which consists of two officers and two black Percheron thoroughbred horses. The officers believe these horses help police form more cordial relationships with community members. Read on for more on these two horses in Winnipeg. — Global Animal

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Stop Horse Diving In Atlantic City (TAKE ACTION)

February 8, 2012

(TAKE ACTION) Executives of Atlantic City’s Steel Pier have decided to bring back the horse diving act, a show where horses are forced to run and jump off a 40 foot pier into a 12 foot pool. The show was a major attraction from 1920 to 1970 until it was shut down, and rightfully so. Steel Pier president Anthony Catanoso says there is no evidence that the show is cruel or abusive. We would like to see him take a flying leap from 40 feet up, land belly first in 12 feet of water, and revise that statement! Read more on how to put a stop to horse diving in Atlantic City.  — Global Animal 

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Team USA Gallop To Gold

October 27, 2011

(EQUESTRIAN) MEXICO — After kicking off the Equestrian Team Competition at Guadalajara’s 2011 Pan American Games (the second largest multi-sport even after the Summer Olympics) without a single jumping penalty, Team USA continued their flawless run to take the gold. Gold medal winners Schoensgreen Hanni, Harbour Pilot, Absolute Liberty, Ballingowan Pizazz and Donner couldn’t be reached for comment as they galloped around the course in victory with riders Michael Pollard, Hannah Sue Burnett, Buck Davidson, Shannon Lilley and Lynn Symansky waiving American flags overhead. Read on for more details from the game’s events. — Global Animal

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TROTT: New Hope For Racehorses

September 19, 2011

(RACEHORSES) Thanks to Training Racehorses Off-The-Track (TROTT), a nonprofit organizations that saves racehorses from being slaughtered, horses are getting adopted after retirement. — Global Animal

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