I recently read an article written by Dr. Patty Khuly on her blog, “Fully Vetted” about ugly pet contests. I find myself in full agreement with her assessments of such a contest. As Dr. Khuly says, “they’re almost always genetically diseased, surgically altered or otherwise afflicted with extreme veterinary conditions.” Do we really want to […]
The ASPCA advises that double-decked trailers are dangerous and inhumane when used to transport horses. Double-decker trailers can be used to transport short-necked livestock such as cattle. Horses are taller, with larger heads and longer necks and require more headroom which these trailers simply don’t provide. If horses attempt to stand upright, their unstable footing […]
Where is the American Paint Horse from? It is believed the American Paint developed from horses brought to North America by the Spanish Conquistador Hernando Cortes. The American Plains tribes were attracted by the colors and hardiness of these horses. What does the American Paint Horse look like? American Paints stand about 14-16 hands high. […]
