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August 8, 2011
Nearly 50 Wild Horses Spared from Illegal Slaughter in Mexico
The HSUS applauds the swift action taken by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Land Management to impound 47 wild horses presumed to be bound to a Mexican slaughter plant.
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July 13, 2011
The HSUS Calls for More Transparency and Humane Treatment at Wild Horse Gathers
The HSUS released a report it recently submitted to the Bureau of Land Management, calling on the agency to make several critical improvements to its standard operating procedures (SOP) for wild horse gathers.
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May 27, 2011
Horse Owners Urged to Be Vigilant in the Face of Equine Herpes Outbreak
Learn about precautions to take to protect domestic and wild horses from the deadly and highly contagious horse herpes virus.
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March 17, 2011
Animal Advocates Ask Nevada Lawmakers to Protect Animals at Humane Lobby Day 2011 in Carson City
Nevada animal advocates are meeting with state lawmakers in Carson City today to lobby for better animal welfare laws to protect their pets, wild horses and other wildlife throughout the state. The HSUS and Humane Society Legislative Fund are sponsoring Nevada Humane Lobby Day 2011.
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January 25, 2011
The HSUS Criticizes BLM's Rejection of Madeleine Pickens’ Wild Horse Solution
The HSUS criticizes the Bureau of Land Management’s decision to reject a proposal by philanthropist and wild horse advocate Madeleine Pickens to create an eco-sanctuary for America’s mustangs. Her plan would be one important component within a broader plan to fix the agency’s broken wild horse and burro management program.
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December 14, 2010
Congress Can Spare Taxpayers and Animals
President Obama’s bipartisan deficit-reduction commission is making recommendations for reducing the deficit, and here at The Humane Society of the United States and the Humane Society Legislative Fund we are proposing a few cost-cutting measures for lawmakers to consider in getting the country’s budget back on track.
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November 8, 2010
The HSUS Names Madeleine Pickens 'Humane Horsewoman of the Year'
Madeleine Pickens was awarded The Humane Society of the United States’ prestigious “Horsewoman of the Year” award at the third annual Sound Horse Conference in Louisville, Ky.
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November 5, 2010
The HSUS and Our Vision for Wild Horse Management in the U.S.
The Humane Society of the United States lays out its policy on wild horse management, including the use of contraception to control populations.
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August 17, 2010
The HSUS Issues Statement on Latest California Wild Horse Roundup
The HSUS issued a statement in response to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s recent roundup of wild horses near Susanville, Calif.
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July 30, 2010
A Force for Horses: Conn. Student Wins HSUS Scholarship
Connecticut high school senior Abbie Branchflower is awarded the 2010 Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship for her advocacy on behalf of horses and other animals.
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July 20, 2010
Responsible Horse Ownership
Before you make the decision to buy or adopt a horse, understand the life-long journey you're embarking on.
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July 13, 2010
The HSUS Calls for Halt to Wild Horse Roundups
The HSUS calls for a moratorium on federal roundups following the deaths of several mustangs.
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June 28, 2010
The HSUS Mourns Death of U.S. Sen. Robert C. Byrd
The HSUS joins in mourning the death of U.S. Sen. Robert C. Byrd, who was a leader on animal protection issues and spoke frequently on the topic on the Senate floor.
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June 25, 2010
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries strengthens and supports the work of animal sanctuaries worldwide.
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April 13, 2010
Humane Approach Pays Off for Equestrian Champion
National equestrian champions Elissa Dauberman and her horse, Craving Blue, have set an example in the equine world with a natural and humane training approach.
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April 2, 2010
The Calico Wild Horse Gather
Frequently asked questions and answers regarding the Calico wild horse gather by the Bureau of Land Management.
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April 1, 2010
The HSUS Urges Congress to Ban Export of U.S. Horses to Slaughter
New Canadian video footage confirms the abuses inherent in the slaughter of horses for human consumption, and illustrates the need for Congress to bar the export of horses to slaughter plants across the border.
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March 11, 2010
The HSUS Commends Officials for Charges Filed in Nev. Wild Horse Killings
The HSUS and The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust commends the U.S. Attorney for the District of Nevada and law enforcement officials for their efforts to apprehend and charge two suspects for killing six federally protected wild horses found in northern Washoe County, Nev.
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March 3, 2010
The HSUS Honors Humane Federal Legislators of 2009
The HSUS and its affiliate HSLF announced the recipients of the congressional Humane Awards for 2009.
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January 26, 2010
The State of the Union’s Horses
The HSUS, members of Congress and celebrities support the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act, a federal bill to prohibit trafficking and exporting American horses for slaughter for human consumption.
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January 19, 2010
The HSUS Applauds Conviction in Neb. Horse Cruelty Case, Urges Maximum Sentence
The HSUS applauds the jury in Morrill County, Neb. District Court for finding the owner of Three Strikes Ranch guilty of 145 counts of felony animal cruelty.
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January 14, 2010
Reward Offer Increased in Washoe County, Nev. Wild Horse Killings
The HSUS and The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust are adding $2,500 to a reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for killing six wild horses found in Washoe County, Nev., in December. This brings the total reward to $12,500.
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January 13, 2010
Racing to End to Horse Slaughter
The HSUS is leading the fight to pass federal legislation and put an end to horse slaughter, a brutal practice that is killing America's horses for human consumption overseas.
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January 6, 2010
High Stepping Toward Stiffer Penalties for Soring
The Director of Equine Protection for The HSUS weighs in on the practice of soring and its widespread use.
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November 19, 2009
Hitch a Ride in Wild Horse Country
The HSUS and the Certified Pre-Owned Land Rover LR3 tackle the desert landscape to monitor and control the wild horse population.
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