The slaughter of equines for meat is not only inhumane, eating horsemeat poses serious health risks. Since U.S. horses are not intentionally raised for food, many are given a wide variety of drugs that make their meat unfit for human consumption.
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The vast majority of horses who become victims of this industry could be sold, donated or otherwise rehomed. But once a horse goes to auction, "kill buyers" outbid legitimate horse owners and rescues, robbing horses of ever having a second chance at life.
![Horses in safe and caring environment](/sites/default/files/styles/300x300/public/2018/04/horses-415270.jpg?h=04d92ac6&itok=hY_Ksir8)
Sent to slaughter are healthy and would be able to live out happy lives if given the chance.
Were shipped to slaughter in 2021.
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Support a ban on slaughtering horses for human consumption.
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For every animal saved, countless others are still suffering. By stepping up for them, you can create a future where animals no longer have to suffer in puppy mills, factory farms, testing labs or other heartbreaking situations. Start saving lives today!