What kinds of horses are involved in equine ranching?
Quarter Horses are the most common registered breed found on equine ranches. They outnumber the next most common breeds, registered draft Percheron and Belgian horses, by a 2 to 1 margin. A variety of other less dominant breeds are also involved in the industry including Paints, Appaloosas, Standardbreds, and Thoroughbreds. How long has the equine ranching industry been in existence? The equine ranching industry has existed since 1942. Who are the equine ranchers? Most equine ranchers are second or third generation horse breeders who own their own horses. They are involved in the care and handling of horses for a variety of purposes other than PMU production. A typical equine rancher: • has worked in the industry for more than 10 years • works the ranch with his or her spouse, child and one hired hand • cares for approximately 95 mares in production • produces cereal grains and forages, in addition to raising other livestock What is your response to animal activist allegations? The ind
