November 6, 2007

• The Animal Welfare Institute has issued a press release announcing the recent devasting crash that killed 18 young Belgian draft horses has spurred State Representatives Bob Molaro and JoAnn Osmond to introduce legislation to ban the use of double-decker trucks to transport horses in the state. http://www.awionline.org/news/2007/illinois_doubledecker_ban.htm
• "In the wild, horses eat tough grass that naturally wears down their teeth. In captivity, they are fed softer food they can eat more quickly, so their teeth grow unchecked." Enter Mr. Mitz, a third generation filer of horse teeth, a process known as "floating". After 22 years of practicing this highly specialized and necessary procedure, Mr. Mitz is about to be shut down due to not having a veterinarian license. http://www.thelibertypapers.org/2007/11/05/america-land-of-the-free-licensed/
• Over 100 Kiger Mustangs, ranging from ages 4 months to 17 years, are being offered for adoption at the Oregon's Wild Horse Corral Facility in Hines, OR beginning November 8-10, 2007. For more info-http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/338055_mustangs05.html