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April 14, 2010 – Edition 7 – This Unwanted Horse Coalition news summary is provided as an educational service to those interested in the issue of the unwanted horse. The articles do not reflect the opinions of the Unwanted Horse Coalition or any of its employees. The listing of events does not constitute an endorsement of a particular event. If you see an article or event that may be appropriate for inclusion in Media Roundup, please e-mail it to ecaslin@horsecouncil.org.
Ex-Racehorses Find a Future in Fulfilling Second Careers
The plight of many horses who have finished their racing careers is no secret. Those who aren’t headed for the breeding shed or lack caring owners too often wind up at auction or with another uncertain future.
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Repole, NYRA Donate to Retirement Causes
In order to raise awareness for and benefit horse rescue and retirement organizations, Mike Repole, owner of Repole Stable, and The New York Racing Association are donating a total of $30,000 to Old Friends, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, and the Exceller Fund on Wood Memorial Day, April 3 at Aqueduct Racetrack in addition to an on-track retirement ceremony for Cool N Collective.
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Tags: equestrian community, Equine Protection, Horse Care, Unwanted Horse Coalition
