The Horses and Ponies Protection Association is one of the oldest and most respected charities for equine welfare.
Founded in 1937 to help fight against the transportation of large horses to the continent for slaughter, HAPPA continues to play a major role in all aspects of equine welfare.
(HAPPA was actually founded by Miss Mona Huskie)
"Our Founder, Miss Mona Huskie was attacked and abused by the slaughter men in the French abattoirs but she stuck to her task and as a result the principles of Minimum Values legislation within the Exportation of the Horses Act, was adopted by Parliament in 1937. Since this date Minimum values have protected British equines from being exported alive to the continent."
"Minimum Values" legislation effectively prevents low value horses, ponies and donkeys from suffering the pain and distress of a long journey to slaughterhouses in mainland Europe. The minimum value is set just above the meat value of equines of various heights. If their value is below that figure it is presumed that the equines are going for slaughter and will not be granted an export licence.
Instrumental in achieving better protection for horses with the Riding Establishments Act, The Ponies Act 1969, The Illegal Tethering Act 1991 and by setting up the National Equine Welfare Committee 1997, HAPPA continues to campaign for improvements to existing legislation to ensure that horses, ponies and donkeys are protected from cruelty and neglect.
(HAPPA was actually founded by Miss Mona Huskie)
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"Minimum Values" legislation effectively prevents low value horses, ponies and donkeys from suffering the pain and distress of a long journey to slaughterhouses in mainland Europe. The minimum value is set just above the meat value of equines of various heights. If their value is below that figure it is presumed that the equines are going for slaughter and will not be granted an export licence.
Instrumental in achieving better protection for horses with the Riding Establishments Act, The Ponies Act 1969, The Illegal Tethering Act 1991 and by setting up the National Equine Welfare Committee 1997, HAPPA continues to campaign for improvements to existing legislation to ensure that horses, ponies and donkeys are protected from cruelty and neglect.
The Centre: (extracted from their website)
HAPPA have a fully equipped Rescue Centre to ensure that all rescued and abandoned animals are restored lovingly back to health. Our Shores Hey Farm Centre, based in Lancashire cares for approx. 60 equines at any one time at a total cost of £19,000 EVERY WEEK. We treat each animal as an individual and take great care to provide the right environment and care programme for them all. We never sell our horses, ponies and donkeys. Instead, we place all suitable animals in private homes through our legally binding loan scheme or continue to care for those with special needs at the most appropriate HAPPA rescue centre.
Our staff are always available to offer advice and guidance on all aspects of equine welfare and workshops are held throughout the year covering issues such as grooming, health and safety, stable management, feeding etc. HAPPA also provide a range of free information sheets covering a range of equine related topics.
http://www.happa.org.uk
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