| The journey to slaughter for North American horses |
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by C.L. Stull, University of California |
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| West Nile Virus update |
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| Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) |
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UPDATE 14 Aug 2012 - CFIA is implementing new import measures to protect Canadian livestock from an outbreak of vesicular stomatitis reported in Colorado, United States... |
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| Colic |
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Colic is the number one killer of horses (other than old age!) - take the Equine Guelph survey so they can get a better understanding of colic management practices |
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Horse Hauling Course
Our Partners
Statement of Purpose
The communication of accurate information related to the Canadian horse industry to horse owners and the general public.
Objectives
The Horse Welfare Alliance of Canada will:
- support the existing education programs of each of its partners
- promote humane handling of horses throughout all of their life stages.
- inform its constituents and partners of matters and issues related to the welfare of the horse population.
- enhance public awareness of matters and issues relating to the welfare of the horse and the horse industry.
- strive to network with other organizations who assist the Alliance in the achievement of its purpose and objectives.
Questions and comments may be directed to the Chair Bill desBarres 403.526.1070
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Who are we?
The Horse Welfare Alliance of Canada is an alliance of provincial equine organizations and farm animal care groups whose purpose is the dissemination of accurate information related to the Canadian horse industry to horse owners and the general public.
Questons? Comments?
Chair, HWAC
- p: 403-526-1070
- c: 403-529-7237
- e. info@horsewelfare.ca