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Conference Presentations
Large Scale Equine Seizures
Steps for developing a plan for success
Working Together to Save More Horses
Working with law enforcement and other animal care agencies to help horses. We all have common ground.
Working with the Media
Media and reporters have the power to shape how communities see us. A positive media exposure can increase donations/volunteers. The media also give us a chance to get the story out how we want it told.
Working with Law Enforcement to Improve Equine Welfare
How to effectively build your case, assist with the seizure, the importance of good documentation, creating a care plan for seized horses, and networking to place them effectively
- Sára Varsa, Deputy Director Emergency Services, HSUS
Partners in Crime Fighting, Forging a Working Relationship with Law Enforcement
- Jerry Finch, President, Habitat for Horses
Habitat for Horses - Seizures
- Tammy Roberts, Lead Cruelty Investigator, Humane Society of North Texas
- Michael Russell, D.V.M., Director of Veterinary Services, The Grace Foundation of Northern California
Equine Shelter Medicine
Finding Homes for Horses: Training and Marketing for Adoption Success
Panelists share proven programs and strategies for marketing adoptable equines; discuss how training and retraining can optimize re-homing efforts, as well as using foster homes to increase the number of horses you can help.
- Nicki Branch, President, FalconRidge Ranch Equine Rescue
Training/Retraining the Rescued Horse for Successful Adoption
- Melodee Shelley-Bolmgren, President, Chez Chevaux Thoroughbred Horse Rescue
- Jo Deibel, President and Director, Angel Acres Horse Haven Rescue
- Jill Curtis, President, Shiloh Horse Rescue and Sanctuary
- Keith Dane, Director, Equine Protection, HSUS
Finding Homes For Horses
GFAS Horse Rescue and Sanctuary Accreditation Program
Leaders of the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries give an overview of a new international accreditation program for horse rescues and sanctuaries and Homes for Horses members who are currently going through the accreditation process will share their experiences with the program.
Money Matters: Where and How to Seek Grants and Funds
Where and how to seek funding, the basics of putting together a good grant application, and various resources for grant seekers will be covered.
Planning for the Worst: Being Prepared for a Major Disaster
What every horse rescue professional needs to know to develop an effective disaster preparedness plan.
HSUS Community Building: Forging Partnerships with State and Local Stakeholders
How to build effective partnerships with state and local horse industry stakeholders, models for creating statewide horse councils, and working with various authorities including your Department of Agriculture to improve the lives of horses.
Keeping Volunteers Engaged: Attracting, Utilizing and Retaining Volunteers
How to set up a successful volunteer program, attracting and attaining good volunteers and unique approaches for maximizing your volunteer base.
- Jo Deibel, President, Angel Acres Horse Haven Rescue
- Jill Curtis, President, Shiloh Horse Rescue and Sanctuary
- Volunteering
- Beth DeCaprio, Chief Executive Officer, The Grace Foundation of Northern California
Volunteers
- Jen Reid, Horse Haven Manager, Best Friends Animal Society
Building a Successful Volunteer Program
Promoting Owner and Breeder Responsibility in the Equestrian Community
Promoting the idea of responsible horse ownership at all stages of a horse’s life, how breeders can be part of the solution and why slaughter is unnecessary for population control or any other reason. Equine advocates will give an update on federal legislation to end hose slaughter and share their strategies and experiences fighting state legislative efforts to reopen horse slaughter plants.
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