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Our Positions

Find out about what we believe on a range of key horse welfare topics in the UK and around the world.

Find out about what we believe on a range of key horse welfare topics in the UK and around the world.

Working equids and the SDGs

Working equids and the SDGs

Horses are a vital and relevant part of human society across the world.
Sentience

Sentience

Animal sentience must be recognised in law to protect horse welfare.
Protection of equines during transport

Protection of equines during transport

We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to end long-distance transport of equines across the EU for slaughter.
Horse welfare at slaughter

Horse welfare at slaughter

The slaughter of horses is a very emotive topic but it can be an acceptable end of life option.
Protecting horses from disease

Protecting horses from disease

There is an ever present and increasing threat of disease affecting our horses globally.
Responsible horse ownership

Responsible horse ownership

Encouraging and supporting responsible ownership is the cornerstone of horse welfare.
Equine ID and traceability

Equine ID and traceability

Correct identification ensures horses are visible and their welfare is better protected.
Equine meat labelling

Equine meat labelling

Equine meat should be labelled for Country of Origin and welfare information.
Horses in sport

Horses in sport

We support the responsible use of horses in sport so long as their welfare is put first.
Horses and fireworks

Horses and fireworks

Fireworks can cause stress and fear in horses and potentially result in severe accidents.
Horse meat scandal

Horse meat scandal

In early 2013, it came to light that horse meat had been mislabelled as beef, highlighting just how little information is available to consumers on where their food comes from.
Exclusion from the food chain

Exclusion from the food chain

Rules on the exclusion of equines for good from the food chain should be reviewed to avoid major risks to equine welfare.
Horse smuggling in Europe and the UK

Horse smuggling in Europe and the UK

Horse export and import laws should be better enforced to stop horses being moved under the radar.
Sentencing

Sentencing

Maximum sentences must be tough and proportionate to discourage animal cruelty.
Horse crisis in the UK

Horse crisis in the UK

More than 6,000 horses at risk of neglect or suffering in England and Wales.
Horse welfare during transport in GB

Horse welfare during transport in GB

We believe improvements could be made to improve the welfare of equines during transport in Great Britain.
Horse welfare enforcement

Horse welfare enforcement

Enforcement of legislation is critical to ensuring the welfare of horses around the world.
Equine rescue centres and sanctuaries

Equine rescue centres and sanctuaries

Ensuring good welfare standards at all places where vulnerable horses are cared for.
Equine meat from non-EU countries

Equine meat from non-EU countries

Equine meat imported from third countries should follow similar rules as the ones applying within the EU borders.
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