Karen Petty: "FEI Needs to Maintain Highest Standards of Ethical Behavior in Horse Sports"

Karen Petty, an American dressage aficionado who, as an owner and sponsor, is involved in elite level international dressage sport, wrote an open letter to the FEI calling them to take action against riders who abuse their horses.

"Those of us who share a deep and abiding love of animals, also share the responsibility of advocating for their welfare," Petty told Eurodressage. "Those who represent the highest levels of horse sport are role models for others and should be held accountable for maintaining the highest standards of ethical treatment.

"We have garnered over 4000 signatures, in under 3 days, from around the world calling for justice for this poor pony," Petty continued. "We continue to gain momentum and visibility by the minute thanks to you, Astrid, and to horse lovers around the world."

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