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Nothing to Celebrate: 2009 Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration Host to Record Violations Amid allegations of bribery and horse abuse, the 71st Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration recorded more violations of the Horse Protection Act than any show in recent history. more

What is Soring?

Soring is the infliction of pain to a horse's legs and hooves to produce an exagerrated gait. Tennessee Walking Horses are the most frequent victims of this cruel practice. more

Equine Vets Condemn Soring, Call for Change

A recent white paper from a major equine veterinary group calls for changes to end the cruel practice of soring. Read