Does the EPN believe people who starve, abuse and neglect horses should be prosecuted or educated?
The EPN believes strongly in education and awareness. People in the horse industry must be made aware of the problem of neglect, abuse and slaughter. They must also be made aware of the anti-cruelty laws. Many in the industry do not know that it is illegal to sell a sick, injured or debilitated horse. Many do not know the law regarding burial of horses. Many owners are not aware of the fate of these horses once they are transported to these low end auctions and then sold. On the other hand the EPN strongly believes in enforcement and prosecution of offenders. The problem is not with a lack of information on proper horse care. Magazines on horse care abound and can be found in the local grocery store. 4-H, pony clubs, tack shops & feed stores all have available informational booklets on horse care, often free. Libraries have books on horse care. Veterinarians are available to answer questions. Videotapes, training seminars and clinics abound. The Internet has information on horse care p
