Horse slaughter is a commercial practice of transporting, killing, and processing horses for the purpose of human consumption.The processing of horse meat for dog food and other products is referred to as horse slaughter.Inhumane methods are used in this process.Horse meat is unsafe to eat, which is a factor in the politics of this issue.If you want to stop the slaughter of horses, you can take steps to do so.
Step 1: Key points to share.
To lobby against horse slaughter effectively, identify key points you can share with your legislators.Horse slaughter is an inhumane practice that many people oppose.Horse slaughter is linked to air and water pollution, diminished property value, and even increased crime.Statistics about opposition to horse slaughter in your area can be found by looking up the views of legislators.These should be shared with your legislator.Point out your concerns if there is a horse slaughter plant in your area.Mention pollution, negative impact on property value, and the fact that horse slaughter plants are often associated with increased crime in the areas they operate.
Step 2: Join the efforts against horse slaughter.
Efforts to end horse slaughter are led by organizations such as the Humane Society.Taking action to inform the public about the effects of horse slaughter is one of their methods.Outside of government building, these organizations often lobby government bodies and legislators.Many of the steps listed in this article are already being engaged by organizations such as these.Your efforts may contribute to the goal of ending horse slaughter if you join a larger organization.
Step 3: You can contact your legislator directly.
There are many ways to make your legislator aware of horse slaughter.Call your legislator's office if you want to send e-mails and letters.The address and phone number of their office can be found on their official government website.Their staff will inform them of the issues and perspectives that matter to them even if they don't receive your correspondence first-hand.Every method of direct contact has something to offer.Legislators are more likely to address an issue if they receive more correspondence about it.Keep your correspondence to the point.Ask your legislator to help ensure horses are protected from slaughter and that people are not exposed to dangerous horse meat.
Step 4: Attend the town hall meetings.
Members of the community can present an issue at townhall meetings.You can find the times and dates of meetings in your city.Let the organization hosting the event know that you plan to attend.There are reasons to end the practice of horse slaughter.You don't need to be a professional in order to bring an issue to the attention of your city government.
Step 5: Get your legislator to use social media.
You can use any social media platform to bring attention to horse slaughter.You can post directly on legislators' pages on Facebook.Multiple legislators can be tagged in your post.Urge your legislators to oppose the practice of horse slaughter.Immediately preceding a vote on any law regarding horse slaughter, these tactics will be effective.Post something along the lines of "please support/oppose bill _____, to protect horses and keep our meat supply safe!"Legislators have social media handles on their government websites.
Step 6: Inform your online followers.
Tell your friends and family about the reality of horse slaughter on social media.You can post on your Facebook page if you think your friends will be interested in joining your efforts.Whatever platform you use, post photos, videos, or facts and urge viewers to help stop horse slaughter as well.If you want to protect horses and keep our meat supply safe, post something like this.Help end a terrible and dangerous practice.Informational content, such as facts, videos, or Infographics, should be included.Encourage viewers to share this content.resources are freely available for this purpose.
Step 7: Contact the media organizations.
Getting prominent news organizations to cover the issue of horse slaughter is the best way to inform the public.An op-ed can be written for your newspaper, local television station, and radio station.Remember to include each of the key points you have identified about horse slaughter, or cite facts provided by the Humane Society or another recognizable organization.News organizations might want to feature links to videos and other marketing material.Local or national animal rights organizations can help with media relations.They can help you prepare a statement and support you in getting more coverage.
Step 8: Donate your time to a horse rescue organization.
You can find a horse rescue facility in your area.If you have experience with horses, you will be asked to clean, feed, and groom them.You can help raise money and organize other volunteers.If you don't have time to volunteer at a horse rescue facility, consider donating money or other resources.If you need help locating an organization you can work with or donate to, contact the Homes for Horses Coalition.
Step 9: Take it to the streets!
Mobilizing energy, participation, and resources is still possible with old school activism tactics.People may be interested in seeing flyers or posters on college campuses.An information booth can be set up at a market.There are facilities where horse slaughter takes place.Horse meat and other body parts can be used to produce food or other goods.
Step 10: There is a global nature to horse slaughter.
Many governments have banned horse slaughter.The European Union and the United States are included.Horse slaughter still occurs in some countries, and the meat that is produced is often sent to other countries for human consumption.The Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act was passed in the U.S.The export of horses to be slaughtered is against the law.
Step 11: Horse meat isn't safe to eat.
Horses are not raised to be eaten.Horse slaughter adds dangerous meat to human food supplies.Since horses are commonly raised for work, sport, and human companionship, the food they eat and medications they take are not regulated by food production laws.Horse slaughter meat is very dangerous for humans to eat.There is no system in place to monitor what horses have eaten or been treated with.Sometimes horse meat is eaten as a traditional food, or in cases where other meats are not available.In countries where horses are less likely to be treated with dangerous chemicals, this can happen.
Step 12: You should be familiar with specific examples.
Many substances that are toxic to humans are provided to horses.Drugs and supplements that are known to be dangerous to people or have not been tested for their effects on people are included.More than fifty substances have been banned for use on animals meant for human consumption.A pain medication called phenylbutazone, or "Bute", is often given to horses and has been linked to potentially fatal human illnesses.There are chemicals used in fly sprays and deworming that can taint meat from horses.Steroids, cobra venom, and other illegal drugs are given to horses that are used for racing.