Equine law is complex as it involves a general understanding of the law, as well as the horse industry. Catanese & Wells, a law corporation, specializes in equine law and can give you a better understanding of what equine law is all about!

1. Equine Law 101
Everything You Need to Know

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EQUINE LAW
The practice of law that involves
everything related to horses, including
businesses, organizations, facilities, and
other related activities.

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If you're involved with any horse related
activities, an equine lawyer can help you
understand the legal aspects of
horses that you should know about.

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Gaming Laws
Drafting/Reviewing Horse
Lease Agreements & Sales
Litigation Related to Injuries
Disputes

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Horses are treated differently
from other animals
But why?

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Depending on the circumstances,
horses can be considered:
Athletes
Personal Property
Vehicles
Units of Livestock

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What will you learn when you
begin to study equine law?

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 Veterinary malpractice
 Insurance related to horse
ownership and related issues
 Injury to animals and
measure of damage
 Liability
 Contracts/laws regarding
horse sales and leases

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The Horse Protection Act
An important federal law concerning horses

10. The Horse Protection Act prohibits
horses that have been subjected to
soring from participating in auctions,
sales, exhibitions, or shows.

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(Soring is the painful practice of
altering and accentuating a horse's gait
by blistering its forelegs by applying
chemicals or using mechanical devices.)

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Horses are affected by both
federal and state laws

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FEDERAL LEVEL
The major horse-specific law is the Wild
and Free Roaming Horses and Burros
Act, which aims to manage and protect
wild horses in the U.S.

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STATE LEVEL
Horse related laws at the state level
depend on the individual state's laws
regarding slaughter, cruelty, and soring.

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