Resources

Websites

ASPCA Professional
A website designed to provide tools and resources for animal welfare professionals. Includes information on fundraising, disaster readiness and more.

ASPCA's Emergency Hay Support Grant
Direct support to help in providing feed for the horses, ponies, mules and burros under the care of 501(c)(3) organizations involved in providing rescue or sanctuary.

AgriHayExchange
The purpose of this site is to connect hay buyers and sellers across the country.

Compassion Index

A comprehensive website with information on federal legislators, bills, media resources and more.

The Foundation Center
The Foundation Center provides a wealth of information for the non-profit sector on philanthropy and fundraising.

The Hay Exchange
The Hay Exchange provides hay availability listings by state or province in North America

The HSUS Hay for Horses Fund

Donate to the Hay for Horses Fund to help feed horses in need.

HSUS/Pets 911 Horse Adoption Network
A website listing animals, including horses, available for adoption nationally.

The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
GFAS runs a thorough accreditation program for animal rescues and sanctuaries, offers professional services to its members, and more.

THOMAS – The Official Website of The Library of Congress
Online information about current and past legislation, U.S. Code, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Constitution and more.

Veterinarians for Equine Welfare
Veterinarians for Equine Welfare (VEW) is a group of equine veterinarians committed to equine welfare. The organization supports measures to end horse slaughter.

www.horsereunions.com
A new way of networking people and horses-for anyone that loves a horse and wants to ensure they are contacted if the horse is in need. Free to use!

Publications

"Basic Guidelines for Operating an Equine Rescue or Retirement Facility"
Published by the Animal Welfare Institute and The Humane Society of the United States.
Click here for PDF. Also available online.

"Horse Slaughter – Its Ethical Impact and Subsequent Response of the Veterinary Profession"
Published by Veterinarians for Equine Welfare in 2008.
Click here for PDF. Also available online.

"Horse Slaughter: An Unnecessary Evil"
Published by the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation in 2002.
Click here for PDF.

"From Seizure to Adoption: A Guide to Rehabilitating the Starved Horse"
by Jerry Finch, Habitat for Horses.

"The Humane Society of the United States Complete Guide to Horse Care"
By Erin Harty and the staff of The Humane Society of the United States

Other

U.S. Horse Slaughter Statistics
Annual Slaughter Figures

For additional statistical details visit the USDA's website and select 'Livestock and Animals'