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Equine Law 101 Everything You Need to Know

Equine Law 101

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Equine law is complex as it involves a general understanding of the law, as well as the horse industry. Catanese & Wells, a law corporation, specializes in equine law and can give you a better understanding of what equine law is all about!

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Equine Law 101Everything You Need to Know

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EQUINE LAWThe practice of law that involves everything related to horses, including businesses, organizations, facilities, and other related activities.

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If you're involved with any horse related activities, an equine lawyer can help you

understand the legal aspects of horses that you should know about.

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Gaming LawsDrafting/Reviewing Horse

Lease Agreements & SalesLitigation Related to InjuriesDisputes

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Horses are treated differently from other animals

But why?

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Depending on the circumstances, horses can be considered:

AthletesPersonal PropertyVehiclesUnits of Livestock

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What will you learn when you begin to study equine law?

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Veterinary malpractice Insurance related to horse

ownership and related issues Injury to animals and

measure of damage Liability Contracts/laws regarding

horse sales and leases

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The Horse Protection ActAn important federal law concerning horses

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The Horse Protection Act prohibits horses that have been subjected to soring from participating in auctions, sales, exhibitions, or shows.

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(Soring is the painful practice of altering and accentuating a horse's gait by blistering its forelegs by applying chemicals or using mechanical devices.)

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Horses are affected by bothfederal and state laws

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FEDERAL LEVELThe major horse-specific law is the Wild and Free Roaming Horses and Burros Act, which aims to manage and protect wild horses in the U.S.

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STATE LEVELHorse related laws at the state level depend on the individual state's laws regarding slaughter, cruelty, and soring.

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For more information on equine law, please visit our website below.