Political rivals unite to end the ‘senseless, abject torture’ of soring

Political opponents have united in the US in a historic attempt to end the “senseless, abject torture” of soring for good.

Animal Wellness Action (AWA), the Animal Wellness Foundation (AWF), the Center for a Humane Economy, Horses for Life Foundation and the American Horse Protection Society, as well as key figures in the Tennessee walking horse industry have agreed to support new measures aimed at preventing the horrific practices employed by some trainers, to try to achieve the “big lick” high-stepping gait.

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Article written by: Eleanor Jones