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May 15, 2013
Celebrities, School Children, Advocates Gather at Capitol to Lobby for Permanent Ban on Horse Slaughter
As part of the “Horses on the Hill” event, celebrities, local school children, young equestrians and advocates joined lawmakers at the Capitol to urge legislators to permanently protect our nation’s horses from inhumane slaughter.
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April 12, 2013
A Sore Subject: The Tennessee Walking Horse Industry
The high-stepping stride of the Tennessee Walker has long entertained equestrians in the South. But the gait of these splendid animals too often comes at a cost, when they are intentionally made to suffer for the sake of the spectacle.
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April 1, 2013
Volunteers Gain Experience, Inspiration at Duchess Sanctuary
In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, Duchess Sanctuary stories from several passionate volunteers.
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March 15, 2013
185 Reasons to Stop Horse Slaughter
Many of the horses at the Duchess Sanctuary in Oregon were saved from the incredible cruelty of slaughter
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February 13, 2013
Starving Mares Recover at Duchess
Penny and Sadie, two pregnant mares among a group of ten severely neglected horses rescued in Janauary, are regaining their health at Duchess Sanctuary.
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February 5, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Encouraged by New Federal Wild Horse Program Policies
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the Bureau of Land Management’s announcement outlining several new policies associated with the agency’s Wild Horse and Burro program.
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January 18, 2013
The HSUS Forms New Responsible Horse Breeders Council
The Humane Society of the United States is forming a Responsible Horse Breeders Council composed of horse breeders around the country who are dedicated to improving horse welfare.
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January 17, 2013
The Homes for Horses Coalition Announces New Coordinator
The Homes for Horses Coalition, a resource and representative voice of the nation’s horse rescue and sanctuary community, announced the appointment of Cindy Gendron as the program’s new coordinator.
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January 11, 2013
Teddy Bear the Horse Now Cozy at Duchess Sanctuary
A young Percheron horse named Teddy Bear was being bullied and beaten by a group of older stallions in an unsheltered pasture. He is regaining strength at Duchess Sanctuary and preparing for a new adoptive home.
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December 21, 2012
2012 ACE Documentary Grant Winners
"Shadow Trade," an investigation into Thai dog trafficking, wins The HSUS's 2012 ACE Documentary Film Grant. "Horsepower," the runner-up, touches on a variety of equine issues.
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December 5, 2012
The HSUS Launches Safe Stalls Horse Rescue Network
The Humane Society of the United States is launching a new program to help horses rescued from cruelty and neglect cases or natural disasters.
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November 12, 2012
Majestic Mustang Finds His Place at Duchess Sanctuary
One of dozens of starving horses removed from a Montana property, George was one of the most handsome -- and most high-strung -- of the horses rescued. He will find freedom to roam among nearly 200 other rescued horses on hundreds of acres at Duchess Sanctuary.
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October 29, 2012
Duchess Sanctuary Offers Safe Haven for Two Lucky Mustangs
Two mustang mares were saved from slaughter, bailed out of the Nevada feedlot by the Ark Watch Foundation only hours before the truck was to depart for Canada. Rescued just a couple of weeks apart, the mares were transported to safety at the Duchess Sanctuary.
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August 16, 2012
Minnie's Miracle
Minnie and four other thoroughbred mares rescued from a cruelty case are gaining strength at the Duchess Sanctuary before moving to our Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch for training and eventual adoption.
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August 3, 2012
Hank Finds A Happy Home
Fabienne McIntosh first came to the DDHRAC in November 2011 to adopt a horse. Because she had very little horse experience, she began volunteering while waiting for the perfect horse to come along. When Fabienne first saw Hank, it was love at first sight.
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February 1, 2012
Meet Jake
Jake, a loyal, intelligent mustang, lost his last home to East Texas wildfires, but is ready for a kind, confident horseperson.
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February 1, 2012
Meet Jiff
Rescued from a horse trader in Mountain Home, Arkansas, Jiff is cute, curious and a sweet young boy.
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February 1, 2012
Meet Hunter
Strikingly handsome with his perfect blaze and matching hind sox, Hunter is also sweet, intelligent and athletic.
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February 1, 2012
Meet Kate
Rescued from a horse trader in Mountain Home, Arkansas, Kate's sweet disposition won our hearts and is sure to win yours.
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February 1, 2012
Meet Pepsi
Pepsi, a calm and steady mustang, is a real sweetheart who eagerly greets anyone entering his pasture.
