Animals in sports in the United States including horse racing, greyhound racing, dog sledding, rodeos and animal fighting (illegal); preface to horse slaughter
In the United States the main forms of animals in entertainment include horse racing, greyhound racing, dog sledding, rodeos and animal fighting. Horse racing and greyhound racing are associated with legalized gambling.
Rodeos and dog sled races depend on sponsors.
Animal fighting is largely funded by illegal gambling.
Animal sports in the US include horse racing, greyhound racing, sled dog racing, and rodeos. While some view these as legitimate sports and claim the animals are well cared for, others see issues with lack of choice, mistreatment, overbreeding, and abuse of the animals involved. Problems range from injuries and deaths during events to neglect, lack of veterinary care, and inhumane treatment such as live baiting of rabbits for greyhound training. After their usefulness ends, many animals face neglect, slaughter, or other poor outcomes. The industries are also controversial due to concerns about motivating factors like gambling and money.
This document discusses the issue of unwanted horses in the United States. It notes that over 100,000 horses become unwanted each year for reasons like economic hardship, injury, or lack of ability to perform at the desired level. Historically, slaughter was an option for unwanted horses but plants closed in 2007 due to legislation. Now many unwanted horses face neglect, abandonment or inhumane transport to Mexico and Canada for slaughter. Alternatives discussed include adoption, retirement facilities, and humane euthanasia, but these options are limited due to overcapacity. The document examines perspectives on both sides of the horse slaughter debate.
This document discusses the issue of unwanted horses in the United States. It notes that over 100,000 horses become unwanted each year for reasons such as economic hardship, injury, or lack of ability. Historically, many of these horses would be sold for slaughter, but slaughter plants in the US have closed down due to legislation. As a result, unwanted horses now face neglect, abandonment, or transport to Mexico and Canada for slaughter. The document examines various perspectives on how to address the unwanted horse population in a humane manner through adoption programs, euthanasia services, or reopening domestic slaughter facilities under stricter regulations.
This document discusses various types of animal cruelty. It begins by defining animal cruelty as neglect, abuse, combat, and hoarding that endangers animals. Common types of animal cruelty include neglect, hoarding, beating, torture, and animal fighting. Dogs, horses, livestock, alligators and seals are often victims of abuse. Reasons for cruelty include seeking power, control or shock value. The document outlines specific abuses such as neglect of chickens on factory farms, dog fighting, horse starvation, seal clubbing, and alligator wrestling. It concludes by suggesting ways to help such as reporting abuse and donating to animal welfare organizations.
The American Greyhound Council (AGC) is an industry organization formed in 1987 to manage greyhound welfare programs and provide a forum for breeders and track operators to address issues. The AGC sets standards for greyhound care, conducts inspections of farms, and works with adoption groups. Greyhound racing provides over 15,000 jobs and contributes millions to the economy annually. The industry spends over $2 million each year supporting adoption efforts to find homes for over 90% of retired racers.
1) According to a survey, 60% of cruelty cases involved dogs, 17% involved cats, and 23% involved other animals. A total of 2,019 animals were involved across all cases.
2) Dog fighting involves two dogs trained to fight being released in a pit to fight for spectators' entertainment and gambling. Fights can last minutes or hours and often result in injuries like puncture wounds and broken bones.
3) Puppy mills are large-scale commercial dog breeding operations that prioritize profits over animal welfare. Puppies from puppy mills often have health issues from poor breeding practices like heart disease, epilepsy, and parasites.
The document discusses the history and origins of pit bull terriers and Staffordshire bull terriers. It notes that these dogs were originally bred in England and brought to the United States in the late 1800s. The document outlines some of the historical uses of these dogs, such as bear-baiting and bull-baiting. It also discusses modern sporting activities some pit bulls participate in, such as weight pulling and dock jumping. The document discusses debates around breed-specific legislation and opinions on pit bulls.
In the United States the main forms of animals in entertainment include horse racing, greyhound racing, dog sledding, rodeos and animal fighting. Horse racing and greyhound racing are associated with legalized gambling.
Rodeos and dog sled races depend on sponsors.
Animal fighting is largely funded by illegal gambling.
Animal sports in the US include horse racing, greyhound racing, sled dog racing, and rodeos. While some view these as legitimate sports and claim the animals are well cared for, others see issues with lack of choice, mistreatment, overbreeding, and abuse of the animals involved. Problems range from injuries and deaths during events to neglect, lack of veterinary care, and inhumane treatment such as live baiting of rabbits for greyhound training. After their usefulness ends, many animals face neglect, slaughter, or other poor outcomes. The industries are also controversial due to concerns about motivating factors like gambling and money.
This document discusses the issue of unwanted horses in the United States. It notes that over 100,000 horses become unwanted each year for reasons like economic hardship, injury, or lack of ability to perform at the desired level. Historically, slaughter was an option for unwanted horses but plants closed in 2007 due to legislation. Now many unwanted horses face neglect, abandonment or inhumane transport to Mexico and Canada for slaughter. Alternatives discussed include adoption, retirement facilities, and humane euthanasia, but these options are limited due to overcapacity. The document examines perspectives on both sides of the horse slaughter debate.
This document discusses the issue of unwanted horses in the United States. It notes that over 100,000 horses become unwanted each year for reasons such as economic hardship, injury, or lack of ability. Historically, many of these horses would be sold for slaughter, but slaughter plants in the US have closed down due to legislation. As a result, unwanted horses now face neglect, abandonment, or transport to Mexico and Canada for slaughter. The document examines various perspectives on how to address the unwanted horse population in a humane manner through adoption programs, euthanasia services, or reopening domestic slaughter facilities under stricter regulations.
This document discusses various types of animal cruelty. It begins by defining animal cruelty as neglect, abuse, combat, and hoarding that endangers animals. Common types of animal cruelty include neglect, hoarding, beating, torture, and animal fighting. Dogs, horses, livestock, alligators and seals are often victims of abuse. Reasons for cruelty include seeking power, control or shock value. The document outlines specific abuses such as neglect of chickens on factory farms, dog fighting, horse starvation, seal clubbing, and alligator wrestling. It concludes by suggesting ways to help such as reporting abuse and donating to animal welfare organizations.
The American Greyhound Council (AGC) is an industry organization formed in 1987 to manage greyhound welfare programs and provide a forum for breeders and track operators to address issues. The AGC sets standards for greyhound care, conducts inspections of farms, and works with adoption groups. Greyhound racing provides over 15,000 jobs and contributes millions to the economy annually. The industry spends over $2 million each year supporting adoption efforts to find homes for over 90% of retired racers.
1) According to a survey, 60% of cruelty cases involved dogs, 17% involved cats, and 23% involved other animals. A total of 2,019 animals were involved across all cases.
2) Dog fighting involves two dogs trained to fight being released in a pit to fight for spectators' entertainment and gambling. Fights can last minutes or hours and often result in injuries like puncture wounds and broken bones.
3) Puppy mills are large-scale commercial dog breeding operations that prioritize profits over animal welfare. Puppies from puppy mills often have health issues from poor breeding practices like heart disease, epilepsy, and parasites.
The document discusses the history and origins of pit bull terriers and Staffordshire bull terriers. It notes that these dogs were originally bred in England and brought to the United States in the late 1800s. The document outlines some of the historical uses of these dogs, such as bear-baiting and bull-baiting. It also discusses modern sporting activities some pit bulls participate in, such as weight pulling and dock jumping. The document discusses debates around breed-specific legislation and opinions on pit bulls.
This document summarizes the cruel conditions animals endure on factory farms. It describes how animals are intensively confined and treated solely as commodities. Chickens, pigs, cows and other animals suffer from overcrowding, physical ailments due to selective breeding for increased production, and lack of proper veterinary care. The document advocates for veganism to avoid supporting this cruel industrialized system and provides information about the organization Animals Australia which works to improve farm animal welfare.
This document discusses various forms of animal cruelty such as factory farming, puppy mills, abandonment of pets, hunting, animal fighting, fur farming, and circuses/aquariums. Factory farming is identified as the largest cause of animal cruelty, involving billions of animals being crammed into small spaces. Animal cruelty causes problems such as disease outbreaks, global warming, antibiotic resistance, water pollution, depletion of water resources, and loss of biodiversity. The document advocates for solutions like reducing meat consumption, educating others, and not wearing fur products which often involve inhumane practices in their production.
This document discusses various forms of animal cruelty such as factory farming, puppy mills, abandonment of pets, hunting, animal fighting, fur farming, and circuses/aquariums. Factory farming is identified as the largest cause of animal cruelty, involving billions of animals being crammed into small spaces. Animal cruelty causes problems such as disease outbreaks, global warming, antibiotic resistance, water pollution, depletion of water resources, and loss of biodiversity. The document advocates for solutions like reducing meat consumption, educating others, and not wearing fur products which often involve inhumane practices in their production.
This document discusses various forms of animal cruelty such as factory farming, puppy mills, abandonment of pets, hunting, animal fighting, fur farming, and circuses/aquariums. Factory farming is identified as the largest cause of animal cruelty, involving billions of animals being crammed into small spaces. Animal abandonment and fighting are also described as cruel practices that cause harm. The document advocates for more humane treatment of animals and suggests solutions like reducing meat consumption, educating others, and not wearing fur.
Thousands of greyhounds are bred each year for racing in Australia, but many are killed when they are no longer useful to the racing industry. Some are euthanized, while others are sent to laboratories for research or to countries with no animal welfare laws. The dog racing industry exploits and destroys large numbers of greyhounds for gambling purposes each year, despite greyhounds making great pets. More people are questioning the justification of dog racing that leads to injuries and deaths of dogs for entertainment.
1. The team researched various sources to learn about the basic needs and costs of caring for horses, the challenges of abandoned and abused horses, laws regarding animal abuse and actions that can be taken, different types of horse abuse, the benefits of equestrian therapy, and the work of Idaho Horse Rescue.
2. Key facts learned include that the basic daily costs to care for a horse are around $5 per day, but costs for medical care, farrier work, etc. can vary significantly. Common reasons horses become abandoned include financial burdens and changes in owner circumstances. Rehabilitation facilities are often at or over capacity.
3. The team's research informed individual sections on specific topics to support their
This document provides an overview of advocating for animal welfare legislation in New York State. It discusses the state government structure and key legislative committees. It outlines the legislative process that a bill must go through to become law. It also discusses identifying goals, forming coalitions, knowing representatives, lobbying state lawmakers, and participating in advocacy day at the state capitol. The overall message is that lobbying and grassroots advocacy are needed to pass laws that protect animals, as animals cannot advocate for themselves.
This document provides an overview of wildlife management and conservation in the United States. It discusses the roles of various government agencies such as the US Fish and Wildlife Service and discusses some of the key laws around wildlife protection such as the Endangered Species Act. The document also explores some of the debates around issues like hunting, trapping, and keeping wild animals in captivity.
Explores the use of animals in research and the depth to which humans think they are dependent on animals. Alternatives offered including but not limited to Johns Hopkins Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research
Factory farming, foie gras, humane slaughter, slaughterhouses, humane slaughter act, Temple Grandin, history of evolution of farming from small family farms to corporate entities
This document summarizes New York State laws related to animal cruelty and companion animals. It notes that Article 26 of the Agriculture and Markets Law covers this topic. Key points include:
- All cats are defined as domesticated companion animals under the law.
- Cruelty to animals can be a misdemeanor or felony depending on the severity of the act.
- Law enforcement and humane societies are authorized to investigate animal cruelty cases.
- Abandoning or failing to properly care for animals are illegal acts.
- Injured or abandoned animals can be seized under certain conditions.
- Cats found hunting protected birds may be destroyed by authorities.
- While dogs must be licensed, cats currently
The document discusses advocacy efforts by the New York State Humane Association to promote better laws and conditions for animals. It provides an overview of NYSHA's mission and activities, the structure of the New York state government and legislative process, strategies for effective lobbying, and specific bills that NYSHA is advocating for including consolidated animal crimes legislation, bans on tail docking of cattle and declawing of cats, and increased funding for horse retirement and law enforcement training regarding animal cruelty.
This document discusses animal cruelty laws in New York state. It defines key terms like animal, torture or cruelty, and outlines misdemeanor and felony animal cruelty statutes. Specifically, it notes that Section 353 covers misdemeanor cruelty, such as unjustifiably injuring, neglecting, or failing to provide sustenance for animals. Section 353a covers felony aggravated cruelty. The document also discusses why police must enforce these laws, including that cruelty can indicate other violent criminal behavior, and provides examples of animal hoarding and puppy mills that police should watch out for.
This document provides an overview of the history and development of the modern animal rights movement from the 1970s to present day. It discusses key events and publications that helped launch the movement, such as Peter Singer's book Animal Liberation in 1975 and the Silver Spring Monkeys case in 1981. It also outlines the growing acceptance and institutionalization of animal law in recent decades through the establishment of animal law courses, organizations, and legal frameworks. Throughout, it emphasizes the impact that committed individuals and small groups can have in driving positive change for animals.
The document discusses the establishment of the Rensselaer County Animal Protection Task Force. It describes how the task force will be comprised of individuals with knowledge of animal welfare and cruelty laws who can assist police officers who lack expertise in assessing animal conditions and handling cases. The task force will work to educate pet owners, assist in animal placement, provide evidence for warrants, and ensure medical care for abused animals. It also provides suggestions for how the task force can get started, including establishing members, obtaining county approval, developing public relations, and navigating animal protection laws and the court system.
This document summarizes the cruel conditions animals endure on factory farms. It describes how animals are intensively confined and treated solely as commodities. Chickens, pigs, cows and other animals suffer from overcrowding, physical ailments due to selective breeding for increased production, and lack of proper veterinary care. The document advocates for veganism to avoid supporting this cruel industrialized system and provides information about the organization Animals Australia which works to improve farm animal welfare.
This document discusses various forms of animal cruelty such as factory farming, puppy mills, abandonment of pets, hunting, animal fighting, fur farming, and circuses/aquariums. Factory farming is identified as the largest cause of animal cruelty, involving billions of animals being crammed into small spaces. Animal cruelty causes problems such as disease outbreaks, global warming, antibiotic resistance, water pollution, depletion of water resources, and loss of biodiversity. The document advocates for solutions like reducing meat consumption, educating others, and not wearing fur products which often involve inhumane practices in their production.
This document discusses various forms of animal cruelty such as factory farming, puppy mills, abandonment of pets, hunting, animal fighting, fur farming, and circuses/aquariums. Factory farming is identified as the largest cause of animal cruelty, involving billions of animals being crammed into small spaces. Animal cruelty causes problems such as disease outbreaks, global warming, antibiotic resistance, water pollution, depletion of water resources, and loss of biodiversity. The document advocates for solutions like reducing meat consumption, educating others, and not wearing fur products which often involve inhumane practices in their production.
This document discusses various forms of animal cruelty such as factory farming, puppy mills, abandonment of pets, hunting, animal fighting, fur farming, and circuses/aquariums. Factory farming is identified as the largest cause of animal cruelty, involving billions of animals being crammed into small spaces. Animal abandonment and fighting are also described as cruel practices that cause harm. The document advocates for more humane treatment of animals and suggests solutions like reducing meat consumption, educating others, and not wearing fur.
Thousands of greyhounds are bred each year for racing in Australia, but many are killed when they are no longer useful to the racing industry. Some are euthanized, while others are sent to laboratories for research or to countries with no animal welfare laws. The dog racing industry exploits and destroys large numbers of greyhounds for gambling purposes each year, despite greyhounds making great pets. More people are questioning the justification of dog racing that leads to injuries and deaths of dogs for entertainment.
1. The team researched various sources to learn about the basic needs and costs of caring for horses, the challenges of abandoned and abused horses, laws regarding animal abuse and actions that can be taken, different types of horse abuse, the benefits of equestrian therapy, and the work of Idaho Horse Rescue.
2. Key facts learned include that the basic daily costs to care for a horse are around $5 per day, but costs for medical care, farrier work, etc. can vary significantly. Common reasons horses become abandoned include financial burdens and changes in owner circumstances. Rehabilitation facilities are often at or over capacity.
3. The team's research informed individual sections on specific topics to support their
This document provides an overview of advocating for animal welfare legislation in New York State. It discusses the state government structure and key legislative committees. It outlines the legislative process that a bill must go through to become law. It also discusses identifying goals, forming coalitions, knowing representatives, lobbying state lawmakers, and participating in advocacy day at the state capitol. The overall message is that lobbying and grassroots advocacy are needed to pass laws that protect animals, as animals cannot advocate for themselves.
This document provides an overview of wildlife management and conservation in the United States. It discusses the roles of various government agencies such as the US Fish and Wildlife Service and discusses some of the key laws around wildlife protection such as the Endangered Species Act. The document also explores some of the debates around issues like hunting, trapping, and keeping wild animals in captivity.
Explores the use of animals in research and the depth to which humans think they are dependent on animals. Alternatives offered including but not limited to Johns Hopkins Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research
Factory farming, foie gras, humane slaughter, slaughterhouses, humane slaughter act, Temple Grandin, history of evolution of farming from small family farms to corporate entities
This document summarizes New York State laws related to animal cruelty and companion animals. It notes that Article 26 of the Agriculture and Markets Law covers this topic. Key points include:
- All cats are defined as domesticated companion animals under the law.
- Cruelty to animals can be a misdemeanor or felony depending on the severity of the act.
- Law enforcement and humane societies are authorized to investigate animal cruelty cases.
- Abandoning or failing to properly care for animals are illegal acts.
- Injured or abandoned animals can be seized under certain conditions.
- Cats found hunting protected birds may be destroyed by authorities.
- While dogs must be licensed, cats currently
The document discusses advocacy efforts by the New York State Humane Association to promote better laws and conditions for animals. It provides an overview of NYSHA's mission and activities, the structure of the New York state government and legislative process, strategies for effective lobbying, and specific bills that NYSHA is advocating for including consolidated animal crimes legislation, bans on tail docking of cattle and declawing of cats, and increased funding for horse retirement and law enforcement training regarding animal cruelty.
This document discusses animal cruelty laws in New York state. It defines key terms like animal, torture or cruelty, and outlines misdemeanor and felony animal cruelty statutes. Specifically, it notes that Section 353 covers misdemeanor cruelty, such as unjustifiably injuring, neglecting, or failing to provide sustenance for animals. Section 353a covers felony aggravated cruelty. The document also discusses why police must enforce these laws, including that cruelty can indicate other violent criminal behavior, and provides examples of animal hoarding and puppy mills that police should watch out for.
This document provides an overview of the history and development of the modern animal rights movement from the 1970s to present day. It discusses key events and publications that helped launch the movement, such as Peter Singer's book Animal Liberation in 1975 and the Silver Spring Monkeys case in 1981. It also outlines the growing acceptance and institutionalization of animal law in recent decades through the establishment of animal law courses, organizations, and legal frameworks. Throughout, it emphasizes the impact that committed individuals and small groups can have in driving positive change for animals.
The document discusses the establishment of the Rensselaer County Animal Protection Task Force. It describes how the task force will be comprised of individuals with knowledge of animal welfare and cruelty laws who can assist police officers who lack expertise in assessing animal conditions and handling cases. The task force will work to educate pet owners, assist in animal placement, provide evidence for warrants, and ensure medical care for abused animals. It also provides suggestions for how the task force can get started, including establishing members, obtaining county approval, developing public relations, and navigating animal protection laws and the court system.
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7. Except for animal fighting, all of these are considered
legitimate sports.
Animal Fighting
8. The legitimate sports were initially about showing off their animals, in a
friendly, nonthreatening way.
“Friendly Competitions”
9. Horse racing and
greyhound racing
are associated with
legalized gambling.
Rodeos and dog
sled races depend
on sponsors.
Animal fighting is
largely funded by
illegal gambling.
10. Some are very well cared for, others are terribly abused.
Skilled animals are profitable for people.
15. Animal Sports
Enthusiasts
Critics
Animals are doing
what they do naturally.
Animal are well cared
for because this is
profitable.
Safeguards exist to
ensure animals are not
mistreated.
Medical care is
available.
Animals have no choice
in the matter.
Not natural behavior
but trained or bred for.
Money is the main
motivator.
16. Overbreeding
Mistreatment (training, performances, off-
season)
Lack of Veterinary Care
The ways in which unwanted sports animals
are destroyed
17.
18. Multibillion dollar industry including owners, managers, breeders, trainers,
riders, feed suppliers, veterinarians, track personnel
Thoroughbred Racing
19. US Horse Racing 2021 Handle Surpasses $12 Billion, Highest Total in 12 Years
Numbers
20. All but three of New York’s horse racing tracks would likely close without
subsidies provided by the state, a recent study found.
How New York bankrolls horse racing with
billions
21.
22.
23. Receives financial support from donations from Thoroughbred
clubs, racetracks, private individuals, racing organizations and
special events staged by horse racetracks
24.
25. Thoroughbred racehorses have been inbred to
the point that their bodies are too heavy for
their fragile, thin legs.
26. Broodmares (mares used for breeding)
…forced to come into season at
unnatural times to lengthen training
season for offspring
27. When controversy erupted after race horse breakdowns at a Pennsylvania race track,
Michael Gill became one of the most hated men in racing.
Racehorses are drugged when injured or sick
to still compete.
45. PRCA Opponents
Claims extensive animal
welfare program
Veterinarian onsite during a
rodeo
Says animals wear flank
straps
Not representative of
old west
Injured rodeo animals
not humanely
euthanized
21st century animals
are more tame than
1800s and need to be
provoked
Cattle prods, spurs,
caustic ointments