Rescue & Welfare

Mile High Rescue does more than just place a horse in a home, they give them a new life.

The recent efforts of equine organizations are helping to advance horse welfare vis-à-vis the humane treatment of show horses. Where do things stand now? We talk with a founding member of AQHA’s Animal Welfare Commission.

Take these steps to reduce the risk of having your horse stolen.

In part two of our special report, we explore the options available--currently and potentially--to deal with unwanted horses.

Read more about the abandoned and unwanted horses issue with these links.

Horse slaughter becomes a hot issue after California's Proposition 6 banned the transport of horses for slaughter in the state.

Sue Copeland crunches the numbers on horse slaughter and shares her readers' response to the slaughter issue.

Take a look at how experts on both sides of the horse slaughter debate lay out arguments on how to keep the horse's welfare at heart.

Horse thieves may think twice if your horse is branded or has a microchip. Here are the ins and outs of these two identification options.

Find out what you can do to support humane treatment of horses. You'll find tips to help reduce the number of horses slaughtered each year.