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Horse Protection |
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The Horse Protection Act - Synopsis |
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The HPA prohibits horses subjected to a process called soring from participating in exhibitions, sales, shows, or auctions.
Horse Protection Updates |
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The latest news and information concerning Horse Protection.
- Scar Rule Violations (2009)
- Emphasis to Inspection Protocol beginning 2009 Show Season
HIO Comments to Emphasis to Inspection
- Friends of Sound Horses Letter (pdf)
- Heart of America Walking Horse Association Letter (pdf)
- Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association Letter (pdf)
- Walking Horse Breeders, Owners, Trainers Letter (pdf)
- Recent Dockets:
- No open dockets at this time
Horse Protection Stakeholder Updates
The Horse Protection Act
Links to the Horse Protection Act in pdf and text formats.
The Horse Protection Regulations
Links to the Horse Protection Regulations in pdf and text formats.
Foreign Substance Penalty Protocol
Further information on Foreign Substance to include test results, definitions, protocols, etc.
Use of Thermography in Horse Protection
Learn more about how Thermography technology is utilitzed.
Horse Protection Publication and Reports
View HPA Publications, Reports, and other documentation. View the USDA disqualification and civil penalty list of those that have violated the HPA.
Horse Industry Organizations (HIO)
More information on the HIO including certified contacts, qualified persons, operating plans, etc.
USDA Horse Protection Coordinator
If you have any questions about the USDA Horse Protection Program, please contact:
Dr. Rachel Cezar
4700 River Road, Suite 6D03
Riverdale, MD 20737
301-734-5784
rachel.cezar@aphis.usda.gov
