EA In The News

The Guardian: ‘The horses don’t choose to take part’: should equestrian sports be removed from the Olympics?

Equine Advocates President Susan Wagner was interviewed for a Guardian article questioning if equestrian sports should be removed from the Olympics. The discussion topic comes out of the controversy surrounding a video of dressage champion…

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July 31, 2024

Sanctuary News

Onaqui Update: She runs in a field for the first time!

This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for! Onaqui lost her freedom and family in July of 2021 when she and roughly 300 other Wild Mustangs were brutally rounded up by the Bureau of…

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July 29, 2024

Sanctuary News

Welcome, Sophie, a “luxury” Dutch Harness Horse

With thousands of rescues over the last few decades and more than 80 equines currently living at our sanctuary, it’s rare for us to come across a breed we’ve never met in person or even…

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July 16, 2024

In Loving Memory / Sanctuary News

In Memoriam: Dallas

April 7, 1989 – July 15, 2024 Eulogy by Susan Wagner It seems that there was never a time when Dallas was not in my life. I founded Equine Advocates 28 years ago and Dallas…

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July 16, 2024

Humane Education

How to “Treat” Your Horse

Horses and other equines have a delicate and complicated digestive system, which is why a proper diet is so integral to their well-being. Two things of note are important to remember: 1) Horses cannot vomit,…

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June 11, 2024

Sanctuary News / Support Equine Advocates

Meet the Retired Caisson Horses at Equine Advocates

Equine Advocates Rescue & Sanctuary is honored to have become a retirement home for former Military Working Horses who served this country with the U.S. Army’s Caisson Platoon of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, also…

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May 23, 2024

Equine Abuse & Neglect / Horse Slaughter / Sanctuary News

Honoring NYS Lawmakers for Horse Slaughter Ban

Today, Equine Advocates and HORSEPOWER honored five New York State lawmakers with Special Equine Protection Awards for their outstanding work to successfully pass legislation banning the slaughter of horses (and all equines) for human and…

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May 13, 2024

In Loving Memory / Sanctuary News

In Memoriam: Lisa

1986 – April 14, 2024 Eulogy by Susan Wagner Lisa was our oldest equine at the sanctuary. In fact, she was our oldest equine ever. We rescued Lisa on October 18, 2006, along with six…

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April 17, 2024

Equine Abuse & Neglect / Humane Education

Recognizing the Need to Prevent Equine Cruelty

April is Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month, a cause that’s close to our hearts at Equine Advocates Rescue & Sanctuary. Animal cruelty, by New York State law, is defined as "every act, omission or neglect…

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April 16, 2024

EA In The News / Horse Slaughter

NEWS10 ABC: Horse anti-slaughter law begins in New York

Equine Advocates President Susan Wagner was interviewed by NEWS10 ABC in Albany about New York's horse anti-slaughter law, which went into effect this month. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ho7EL4HoZVQ Click here to view the full news story.

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April 12, 2024

Events / Sanctuary News

Radio Woodstock to broadcast live from May Open Day

Live on air - It's Equine Advocates! We're thrilled to welcome Radio Woodstock 100.1 WDST to the sanctuary on our May 5th Public Open Day. DJ Greg Gattine will broadcast live from the Main Barn…

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April 9, 2024

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‘Equines and Eggs’ Easter Basket Drive 2024

Edit 04/01/2024: Thank you so much to everyone who played Easter Bunny for our wonderful equines! All of these items are needed all year round, so if you’re feeling generous, we’d appreciate receiving those items…

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March 25, 2024

Humane Education

No Hoof, No Horse: The Importance of Proper Hoof Care

The phrase “no hoof, no horse” may seem cliché, but it rings true; A healthy hoof is essential to an equine’s overall quality of life. This is why proper hoof care is an important part…

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March 12, 2024

E-Newsletters / Equine Rescue / Sanctuary News / Support Equine Advocates

Celebrating 28 Years of Rescuing Equines

A message from President & Founder Susan Wagner on our 28th birthday. Equine Advocates was founded on February 27th, 1996. Dear Friends, When I drove to Albany from Queens on this day 28 years ago…

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February 26, 2024

E-Newsletters / Sanctuary News / Support Equine Advocates

Choose an Equine Valentine & Get Special Sponsor Perks!

This Valentine's Day, we wanted to suggest something heartfelt and sweet for our horse-loving supporters and friends! Pedro, Babe, and Amos are looking for that special sponsor this year and it could be YOU! All…

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February 1, 2024

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Send a Valentine’s Card & Gift Donation!

Are you looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for that special person? Gift donations are a great way to show someone you care! If you have an equine lover in your life, please consider…

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February 1, 2024

E-Newsletters / Sanctuary News / Support Equine Advocates

A New Year’s Message from Equine Advocates

A message from President & Founder Susan Wagner: Dear Friends, As 2023 draws to a close, I look back at this roller coaster ride of a year that brought us extreme happiness and some sadness…

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December 28, 2023

E-Newsletters / Feature News / Horse Slaughter

New York Passes Historic Horse Anti-Slaughter Law

A message from President & Founder Susan Wagner: Dear Friends, National Horse Day took on very special meaning for horse-loving New Yorkers on Wednesday when Governor Kathy Hochul signed bills A5109/S2163B, banning the slaughter of…

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December 15, 2023

Sanctuary News / Support Equine Advocates

Letters to Santa 2023

EDIT 12/27/2023: Thank you so much to all the Santas who made our equines’ holiday wishes come true! Some of these items - like treats, supplements, and clipper blades - are needed all year round, so…

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December 14, 2023

Humane Education

Big & Tall & Beautiful: All About Draft Horses

Have you ever gotten close to a large animal and been amazed at the sheer size of them? We have, especially when we’re around our draft horses. Despite their wide and tall stature, the most…

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December 12, 2023