This message is from: Emily Wigley <ewig...@mindspring.com>
So, what we need to do is SELF REGULATE. That is the same as being
responsible.
Exactly! Self regulating is best done, in my opinion, through
education. Stand tall when you explain why you bought that horse
(foal or adult) instead of breeding another. Stand tall when you
explain why you sadly put a dear horse down at the end of its
comfortable life with you. Breeders and trainers have the
opportunity to educate every time they talk with a potential client.
Responsible breeding is just that - responsible, thoroughly thought
out breeding of quality animals. Responsible training is just that
-- training animals in a responsible manner so they will have happy,
useful lives. One of the toughest things is that the excuse of
expense is often thrown up before the acceptance of responsibility.
It is expensive to own a horse, a dog, a lizard, a bird. We are
responsible for the care of all creatures we bring into our lives.
Educate, educate, educate. Don't make it all a secret, and others
will understand and self regulate.
Off my soapbox for now,
Emily
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