Wild Horse Advocates Level Another Legal Blow Against BLM’s Bogus Emergency Gather « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Yesterday, June 29th 2012, with the support of individual wild horse advocates, Colorado Wild Horse & Burro Coalition, Cloud Foundation, Front Range Equine Rescue, Habitat for Horses, Dr. Don and Toni Moore along with Wild Horse Freedom Federation filed another legal assault against the Bureau of Land Mangement (BLM) in an effort to block the rogue agency from circumventing early actions to save the West Douglas herd by claiming there is a drought emergency and removing the horses from their rightful land.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Law Catches Up with Horse Slaughter Trafficker « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Law Catches Up with Horse Slaughter Trafficker « Straight from the Horse's Heart
In addition to kill buyer Dorian Ayache (Three Angles Farms) being shut down today, just 3 days ago private citizens provided evidence and filed a formal complaint with the USDA Office of the Inspector General that Ayache had violated the 28 hour USDA regulations. The regulations prevent horses intended for slaughter from “being on a conveyance for transport” for over 28 hours. Fines for violation of the 28 hour rule amounts to $5,000 per horse, or $185,000 for 37 horses.
In addition to kill buyer Dorian Ayache (Three Angles Farms) being shut down today, just 3 days ago private citizens provided evidence and filed a formal complaint with the USDA Office of the Inspector General that Ayache had violated the 28 hour USDA regulations. The regulations prevent horses intended for slaughter from “being on a conveyance for transport” for over 28 hours. Fines for violation of the 28 hour rule amounts to $5,000 per horse, or $185,000 for 37 horses.
Friday, June 29, 2012
BLM Backdoors More BS Against West Douglas Wild Horse Herd « Straight from the Horse's Heart
BLM Backdoors More BS Against West Douglas Wild Horse Herd « Straight from the Horse's Heart
The BLM has blasted back at the stay order filed by our coalition of concerned wild horse organizations in an unprecedented timely fashion that speaks to premeditated planning and strategic anticipation on the part of the rogue federal agency. Within only one business day from the stay filing the BLM fired back a massive legal assault which included a new EA which probably took weeks to fabricate if not months. And that is not the only covert operation the wild horse destroying agency is running. Under the guise of “helping” the West Douglas herd by placing water troughs in the area they are actually training and leading the horses to a water bait/trap location while shutting down public access to the area so that their subversive tactics cannot be documented. It is time to act.
The BLM has blasted back at the stay order filed by our coalition of concerned wild horse organizations in an unprecedented timely fashion that speaks to premeditated planning and strategic anticipation on the part of the rogue federal agency. Within only one business day from the stay filing the BLM fired back a massive legal assault which included a new EA which probably took weeks to fabricate if not months. And that is not the only covert operation the wild horse destroying agency is running. Under the guise of “helping” the West Douglas herd by placing water troughs in the area they are actually training and leading the horses to a water bait/trap location while shutting down public access to the area so that their subversive tactics cannot be documented. It is time to act.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Wild Horse “Tell-All” Film to Air on Documentary Channel « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Wild Horse “Tell-All” Film to Air on Documentary Channel « Straight from the Horse's Heart
With the American mustang crisis in the news worldwide, award-winning filmmaker, James Anaquad-Kleinert brings his star- studded environmental film, “Wild Horses & Renegades” to National attention. In the film, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Viggo Mortensen, Raoul Trujillo, Daryl Hannah and Dances with Wolves author Michael Blake join with former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) to highlight how the great symbol of the American West is being purposefully driven to extinction by a corrupt Bureau of Land Management. The documentary captures the corporate benefits of wild horse roundups, including clearing land for Uranium mining claims, oil and gas pipelines and corporate cattle grazing. As Jim Baca (former Director of the Bureau of Land Management) states in “Wild Horses & Renegades,” “Our Public Lands are run by the oil, mining and livestock industries and it’s their way or the highway.”
With the American mustang crisis in the news worldwide, award-winning filmmaker, James Anaquad-Kleinert brings his star- studded environmental film, “Wild Horses & Renegades” to National attention. In the film, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Viggo Mortensen, Raoul Trujillo, Daryl Hannah and Dances with Wolves author Michael Blake join with former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) to highlight how the great symbol of the American West is being purposefully driven to extinction by a corrupt Bureau of Land Management. The documentary captures the corporate benefits of wild horse roundups, including clearing land for Uranium mining claims, oil and gas pipelines and corporate cattle grazing. As Jim Baca (former Director of the Bureau of Land Management) states in “Wild Horses & Renegades,” “Our Public Lands are run by the oil, mining and livestock industries and it’s their way or the highway.”
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Horse Sense Lacking « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Horse Sense Lacking « Straight from the Horse's Heart
For Ann Romney, riding has been helpful in dealing with her multiple sclerosis. Indeed, horseback riding is a commonly recommended activity for MS sufferers. Because the natural walking gait of the horse is similar to a human’s, riding helps restore balance, coordination and posture, all of which can be affected by the disease’s assault on the spine and central nervous system.
For Ann Romney, riding has been helpful in dealing with her multiple sclerosis. Indeed, horseback riding is a commonly recommended activity for MS sufferers. Because the natural walking gait of the horse is similar to a human’s, riding helps restore balance, coordination and posture, all of which can be affected by the disease’s assault on the spine and central nervous system.
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
New Jersey Senate Passes Legislation to Ban Horse Slaughter 35 to 4 « Straight from the Horse's Heart
New Jersey Senate Passes Legislation to Ban Horse Slaughter 35 to 4 « Straight from the Horse's Heart
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the New Jersey Senate for passing A.2023/S.1976, legislation that prevents the slaughter of horses for human consumption. The bill was approved by an overwhelming, bi-partisan majority vote of 35 to 4. It was introduced in the Assembly by Assemblyman Ronald Dancer, R- Cream Ridge and in the Senate by Sen. Raymond J. Lesniak, D-Union.
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the New Jersey Senate for passing A.2023/S.1976, legislation that prevents the slaughter of horses for human consumption. The bill was approved by an overwhelming, bi-partisan majority vote of 35 to 4. It was introduced in the Assembly by Assemblyman Ronald Dancer, R- Cream Ridge and in the Senate by Sen. Raymond J. Lesniak, D-Union.
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Wild Horse Groups File Preemptive “Motion for Stay” to Stop Possible Back-Door BLM Roundup « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Wild Horse Groups File Preemptive “Motion for Stay” to Stop Possible Back-Door BLM Roundup « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Washington D.C., (WHFF) – On June 22nd, 2012 Wild Horse Advocacy groups filed an “Emergency Motion for Stay of Threatened Emergency Gather” against Director of the Department of the Interior (DoI) Ken Salazar and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in an attempt to “head off” what is believed to be an artificial emergency generated by the BLM in an effort to eradicate Colorado’s West Douglas Wild Horse Herd and by-pass on-going litigation to prevent the agency from doing same.
Washington D.C., (WHFF) – On June 22nd, 2012 Wild Horse Advocacy groups filed an “Emergency Motion for Stay of Threatened Emergency Gather” against Director of the Department of the Interior (DoI) Ken Salazar and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in an attempt to “head off” what is believed to be an artificial emergency generated by the BLM in an effort to eradicate Colorado’s West Douglas Wild Horse Herd and by-pass on-going litigation to prevent the agency from doing same.
Friday, June 22, 2012
The Moran Pro-Horse/Anti-Slaughter Amendment WILL Stand… « Straight from the Horse's Heart
The Moran Pro-Horse/Anti-Slaughter Amendment WILL Stand… « Straight from the Horse's Heart
As expected, Wallis has issued another of her manifestos. Of note is her wise decision to go with a cartoon as a logo because her ramblings get more and more comical with each new email. As usual, the issue of drug residue traceability in horses is completely ignored.
As expected, Wallis has issued another of her manifestos. Of note is her wise decision to go with a cartoon as a logo because her ramblings get more and more comical with each new email. As usual, the issue of drug residue traceability in horses is completely ignored.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
The Horse Haters from Outer Space – Part 1 « Straight from the Horse's Heart
The Horse Haters from Outer Space – Part 1 « Straight from the Horse's Heart
On a small, lonely asteroid far away an evil abomination leans towards a glowing computer screen, drools on the keyboard and hits the enter button launching a malicious and fictitious collection of lies, opinion, conjecture and hateful words across the galaxy in an attempt to subvert truth, fact and science while influencing the minds of the weak and the unwary.
On a small, lonely asteroid far away an evil abomination leans towards a glowing computer screen, drools on the keyboard and hits the enter button launching a malicious and fictitious collection of lies, opinion, conjecture and hateful words across the galaxy in an attempt to subvert truth, fact and science while influencing the minds of the weak and the unwary.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Investigative Reporter Joins BoD of Wild Horse Advocacy Group « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Investigative Reporter Joins BoD of Wild Horse Advocacy Group « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Noted investigative reporter and wild equine advocate, Debbie Coffey, has graciously stepped in to fill the vacancy left by Laura Leigh’s voluntarily resignation from the Board of Directors (BoD) of Wild Horse Freedom Federation (WHFF).
Noted investigative reporter and wild equine advocate, Debbie Coffey, has graciously stepped in to fill the vacancy left by Laura Leigh’s voluntarily resignation from the Board of Directors (BoD) of Wild Horse Freedom Federation (WHFF).
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
How Safe Is That Horse Meat? « Straight from the Horse's Heart
How Safe Is That Horse Meat? « Straight from the Horse's Heart
“Horse meat is often described as tender, lean, slightly sweet to the taste, and somewhere between grass-fed beef and really good elk or venison in taste. It is prized by mothers as baby food in places like Italy and Japan, and especially sought after by athletes as a lean, high-protein, red meat perfect for building body condition.”
So proclaims Sue Wallis, chairman of the International Equine Business Association and CEO of Unified Equine, whose plans to open a slaughter plant in Rockville, MO, feature heavy promotion of horse meat as “safe, nutritious and delicious” (including a Facebook horse meat recipe page)—all while sidestepping one of horse meat’s less appetizing virtues as a foodie experience: Cancer.
“Horse meat is often described as tender, lean, slightly sweet to the taste, and somewhere between grass-fed beef and really good elk or venison in taste. It is prized by mothers as baby food in places like Italy and Japan, and especially sought after by athletes as a lean, high-protein, red meat perfect for building body condition.”
So proclaims Sue Wallis, chairman of the International Equine Business Association and CEO of Unified Equine, whose plans to open a slaughter plant in Rockville, MO, feature heavy promotion of horse meat as “safe, nutritious and delicious” (including a Facebook horse meat recipe page)—all while sidestepping one of horse meat’s less appetizing virtues as a foodie experience: Cancer.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Slaughterhouses In U.S. No Help To Horses’ Plight « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Slaughterhouses In U.S. No Help To Horses’ Plight « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Many horse slaughter supporters cite the GAO Horse Welfare Report in their quest for reopening horse slaughter plants in the United States. … The GAO failed to address the issue of food safety concerns raised by the consumption of American horses.
Many horse slaughter supporters cite the GAO Horse Welfare Report in their quest for reopening horse slaughter plants in the United States. … The GAO failed to address the issue of food safety concerns raised by the consumption of American horses.
Ayache’s (Three Angels Farms) Horse Slaughter Trailer Involved in Accident, Again « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Ayache’s (Three Angels Farms) Horse Slaughter Trailer Involved in Accident, Again « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Chicago (EWA) – For the second time since January, a truck from Dorian Ayache’s Three Angels Farms was involved in a major accident on an interstate highway. The 53’ trailer broke in half on I24 just outside of Nashville less than an hour from Ayache’s property. The 37 horses were being taken to the Texas-Mexico border for slaughter.
Chicago (EWA) – For the second time since January, a truck from Dorian Ayache’s Three Angels Farms was involved in a major accident on an interstate highway. The 53’ trailer broke in half on I24 just outside of Nashville less than an hour from Ayache’s property. The 37 horses were being taken to the Texas-Mexico border for slaughter.
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Ann Romney’s Horse Comes in Third in Olympic Qualifying Event « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Ann Romney’s Horse Comes in Third in Olympic Qualifying Event « Straight from the Horse's Heart
My apologies as I am not waxing political on you here, although our current President has done NOTHING to help our horses, but it is difficult to find good equine news to share with you on Sunday. There are a lot of things that we need to accomplish over the next 48 hours but for today, this is a story of a woman who sought out horses, late in life, and they healed her in a way that only horses can. This is success story and we as advocates are fortunate that someone in the political spotlight is pro-horse and understands the spiritual connection that we share with our equine partners. Politics aside, Ann Romney‘s story is one of success and could even help to elevate our nation’s understanding and appreciation for the American horse, both wild and domestic, that we love and know so well. Have a great Sunday as tomorrow it is back to work. Be safe and keep the faith.” ~ R.T.
My apologies as I am not waxing political on you here, although our current President has done NOTHING to help our horses, but it is difficult to find good equine news to share with you on Sunday. There are a lot of things that we need to accomplish over the next 48 hours but for today, this is a story of a woman who sought out horses, late in life, and they healed her in a way that only horses can. This is success story and we as advocates are fortunate that someone in the political spotlight is pro-horse and understands the spiritual connection that we share with our equine partners. Politics aside, Ann Romney‘s story is one of success and could even help to elevate our nation’s understanding and appreciation for the American horse, both wild and domestic, that we love and know so well. Have a great Sunday as tomorrow it is back to work. Be safe and keep the faith.” ~ R.T.
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Equine Advocates Say Proposed Horse Slaughter Plants In For A Rough Ride « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Equine Advocates Say Proposed Horse Slaughter Plants In For A Rough Ride « Straight from the Horse's Heart
“It’s ultimately a value question on how we value horses in the United States,” says Wayne Pacelle, president of the Humane Society of the United States. “Last thing we’re going to do is set up a commercial operation and sell the meat of dogs and cats in other countries. It’s unthinkable.”
“It’s ultimately a value question on how we value horses in the United States,” says Wayne Pacelle, president of the Humane Society of the United States. “Last thing we’re going to do is set up a commercial operation and sell the meat of dogs and cats in other countries. It’s unthinkable.”
Friday, June 15, 2012
BLM Arrests Two Citizens During Contested Arizona Wild Burro Stampede « Straight from the Horse's Heart
BLM Arrests Two Citizens During Contested Arizona Wild Burro Stampede « Straight from the Horse's Heart
TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now) – Two people were arrested during a burro roundup taking place in the Cibola Trigo herd management area, 20 miles outside of Yuma.
An independent journalist and a woman in her 70′s who was observing the event were taken into custody by BLM officials.
TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now) – Two people were arrested during a burro roundup taking place in the Cibola Trigo herd management area, 20 miles outside of Yuma.
An independent journalist and a woman in her 70′s who was observing the event were taken into custody by BLM officials.
The Cruel, Corrupt Treatment of Horses « Straight from the Horse's Heart
The Cruel, Corrupt Treatment of Horses « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Horses hold an iconic place in our nation’s history. Without Paul Revere‘s trusty steed, Brown Betty, the colonists in New England might have never known of the British forces’ late night advance toward Lexington. As American settlers moved west to the Pacific, horses pulled covered wagons and plowed fields on new homesteads. Horses accompanied many of our military commanders into battle, and horses still carry our fallen soldiers to their final resting places at Arlington National Cemetery.
Horses hold an iconic place in our nation’s history. Without Paul Revere‘s trusty steed, Brown Betty, the colonists in New England might have never known of the British forces’ late night advance toward Lexington. As American settlers moved west to the Pacific, horses pulled covered wagons and plowed fields on new homesteads. Horses accompanied many of our military commanders into battle, and horses still carry our fallen soldiers to their final resting places at Arlington National Cemetery.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Urgent: Calls Needed to Defund Horse Slaughter Inspections « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Urgent: Calls Needed to Defund Horse Slaughter Inspections « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Be sure to mention the inappropriate use of US tax dollars to subsidize a foreign industry in sending an unsafe product for human consumption!
We have two working days to push the Moran Amendment! The language to defund horse slaughter inspections must be passed! Here are links to each of the members, followed by their phone and fax number. If you click on the name it will take you to more details.
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Update: California Equipment Rental Company Bought Oregon Land for Horse Slaughter Plant « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Update: California Equipment Rental Company Bought Oregon Land for Horse Slaughter Plant « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Public records reveal that Liberated L&E LLC, an equipment and machine rental company based in Palmdale California bought a 252-acre parcel of land in Hermiston,OR for $600,000 last March with the expressed intent of building an alleged horse slaughter plant on the location. Hermiston, OR is the hometown of Dave Duquette, president of an anti-horse/pro-slaughter lobbying organization, announced in March that a horse slaughter plant was to be built in his community and that the land would be donated; Duquette was, and still is, short on details.
Public records reveal that Liberated L&E LLC, an equipment and machine rental company based in Palmdale California bought a 252-acre parcel of land in Hermiston,OR for $600,000 last March with the expressed intent of building an alleged horse slaughter plant on the location. Hermiston, OR is the hometown of Dave Duquette, president of an anti-horse/pro-slaughter lobbying organization, announced in March that a horse slaughter plant was to be built in his community and that the land would be donated; Duquette was, and still is, short on details.
Monday, June 11, 2012
The Art of Deception « Straight from the Horse's Heart
The Art of Deception « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Sue Wallis [or whoever pens her ramblings] has mastered the art of writing fictitious statements and making them sound feasible.
In a cover letter to the release of her latest piece of fiction, she states her paper is a representation of the horse industry. Where is the data to back that statement? She is well known for making baseless statements and then when challenged, she cuts and runs.
She wants to kill horses. Period. How is that going to help the beleaguered horse industry that makes its billions from live horses? The answer is obvious. It won’t.
Sue Wallis [or whoever pens her ramblings] has mastered the art of writing fictitious statements and making them sound feasible.
In a cover letter to the release of her latest piece of fiction, she states her paper is a representation of the horse industry. Where is the data to back that statement? She is well known for making baseless statements and then when challenged, she cuts and runs.
She wants to kill horses. Period. How is that going to help the beleaguered horse industry that makes its billions from live horses? The answer is obvious. It won’t.
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Breaking News: Roundup of Wild Horses to Begin Despite Risks to Tiny Foals and Pregnant Mares « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Breaking News: Roundup of Wild Horses to Begin Despite Risks to Tiny Foals and Pregnant Mares « Straight from the Horse's Heart
RENO, Nev. (June 7, 2012)—Despite extensive conversations with wild horse advocates who explained humane alternatives to a deadly helicopter stampede of tiny foals and late term mares, Gene Seidlitz, BLM District Manager in Winnemucca, NV, signed a Full Force and Effect Decision to round up hundreds of wild horses in the drought stricken Jackson Mountains, calling it necessary for “the health of the horses.”
RENO, Nev. (June 7, 2012)—Despite extensive conversations with wild horse advocates who explained humane alternatives to a deadly helicopter stampede of tiny foals and late term mares, Gene Seidlitz, BLM District Manager in Winnemucca, NV, signed a Full Force and Effect Decision to round up hundreds of wild horses in the drought stricken Jackson Mountains, calling it necessary for “the health of the horses.”
BLM Plans Helicopter Roundup of Pregnant Mares and Tiny Foals « Straight from the Horse's Heart
BLM Plans Helicopter Roundup of Pregnant Mares and Tiny Foals « Straight from the Horse's Heart
RENO, Nev. (June 6, 2012)—Wild horse advocates are united in protesting the planned helicopter roundup of the entire Jackson Mountain wild horse herd at the height of foaling season. The Bureau of Land Management’s Winnemucca District Office is scheduled to issue their Decision Record regarding the mustangs in this drought stricken area of northern Nevada at any time.
RENO, Nev. (June 6, 2012)—Wild horse advocates are united in protesting the planned helicopter roundup of the entire Jackson Mountain wild horse herd at the height of foaling season. The Bureau of Land Management’s Winnemucca District Office is scheduled to issue their Decision Record regarding the mustangs in this drought stricken area of northern Nevada at any time.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Breaking News: FRER Discovers Documented Efforts to Begin Horse Slaughter in Missouri « Straight from the Horse's Heart
Breaking News: FRER Discovers Documented Efforts to Begin Horse Slaughter in Missouri « Straight from the Horse's Heart
June 5, 2012 (Larkspur, Colorado) – Front Range Equine Rescue (FRER) has discovered that Unified Equine, LLC has applied to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to begin the slaughter of thousands of American horses at a plant in Rockville, Missouri. Despite Unified Equine’s extensive efforts to hide the location of the site of their newest effort to begin slaughtering America’s horses, FRER has obtained this information, and will now begin legal and community-based efforts with other groups across the country to prevent the opening of this slaughterhouse. FRER will also continue its parallel efforts to end the slaughter of American horses for human consumption once and for all.
June 5, 2012 (Larkspur, Colorado) – Front Range Equine Rescue (FRER) has discovered that Unified Equine, LLC has applied to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to begin the slaughter of thousands of American horses at a plant in Rockville, Missouri. Despite Unified Equine’s extensive efforts to hide the location of the site of their newest effort to begin slaughtering America’s horses, FRER has obtained this information, and will now begin legal and community-based efforts with other groups across the country to prevent the opening of this slaughterhouse. FRER will also continue its parallel efforts to end the slaughter of American horses for human consumption once and for all.
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