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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 29, 2010
The HSUS Applauds Passage of Horse Transportation Safety Act in House Committee
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee for passing legislation—H.R. 305, the Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2009—that will vastly improve the welfare of horse transport in the United States.
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July 26, 2010
No More Horsing Around
The government's latest wild horse management plan is a repeat of the same wasteful, inhumane practices. Through September 3, you can tell the BLM to stop the roundups and start using contraception.
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July 8, 2010
The HSUS Awards Scholarship to Conn. High School Student
The HSUS is awarding its 45th annual Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship to Abbie Branchflower of Newtown High School in Connecticut.
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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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May 27, 2010
The HSUS Makes Contribution for Care of Neglected Horses
Following the seizure of 26 neglected horses from a Garrett County, Maryland property, The HSUS made a contribution to assist in their ongoing care and rehabilitation.
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May 26, 2010
A Helping Hand for Rescued Horses
The HSUS and the American Competitive Trail Horse Association, a nationwide trail riders’ association, are collaborating in an ACTHA-sponsored trail ride to benefit horse rescue groups.
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May 14, 2010
Equine Welfare Advocates Convene for Homes for Horses Coalition Conference
Equine welfare advocates from around the country gathered in Nashville to discuss horse rescue outreach at the fourth annual conference of the Homes for Horses Coalition.
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April 26, 2010
The HSUS Applauds Passage of Florida Horse Protection Bill
The HSUS, applauds the Florida legislature for passing a bill to protect Florida horses from slaughter.
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April 15, 2010
The HSUS Applauds California Senate's Passage of Anti-Horse Slaughter Resolution
The HSUS applauds the California Senate for passing a resolution Thursday urging Congress to pass the federal Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act.
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April 13, 2010
The HSUS Releases Statement on Minnesota Horse Slaughter Resolution
The HSUS is opposing a Minnesota resolution that urges Congress to oppose the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act, legislation that would prohibit the transport and slaughter of American horses across international borders for human consumption.
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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 8, 2010
Californians Gather in Sacramento to Lobby for Animal Protection
Animal advocates from across California are gathering at the State Capitol for Humane Lobby Day, hosted by The HSUS and the ASPCA.
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April 6, 2010
Floridians Gather at Capitol to Lobby for Animal Protection
Animal advocates from across Florida are gathering at the State Capitol for Humane Lobby Day, hosted by The Humane Society of the United States and the ASPCA.
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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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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 13, 2010
Answering the Call for Homeless Horses
HSVMA-RAVS steps in to help homeless horses, providing free veterinary care to equine rescues and sanctuaries.
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November 25, 2009
Neglected Horses Rescued in Tenn.
The Humane Society of the United States and the Cannon County Sheriff's Department joined forces to rescue 84 horses from a property in Tennessee.
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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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September 28, 2009
Thistle's Day in the Spotlight
Thistle was “steady, stable, and ready to learn,” said Diane Miller, director of The Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch where the horses came after being rescued, making him an excellent candidate for the spotlight at the Fort Worth Parelli Celebration.
