Susie Student

Annotated Works Consulted

“American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act.” AVMA : The American Veterinary

Medical Association. 2004. The American Veterinary Medical Association.

8 Jan. 2005 <http://www.capwiz.com/avmal/ >.

This source argues against legislation banning horse slaughter. It cites its reservations regarding animal welfare, cost of horse maintenance, environmental concerns, and euthanasia. I will use this source to provide background as well as to refute my thesis.

“Horse Slaughter –An American Disgrace, Not a Necessary Evil.” Equine Protection

Network. Equine Protection Network. 14 Feb. 2005 <http://equineprotectionnetwork.com/slaughter/faq.htm >.

This graphic and thorough source overviews the history and process of horse slaughter. It relates the number and types of horses slaughtered. I will use this source for inclusive background information.

Maese, Rick. “Horse Slaughtering Deeply Divides Racing, Breeding Community.” Rpt.

Of “Horse Slaughtering Creates Division.” The Orlando Sentinel 28 May 2004.

Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center. Thomson Gale. Mariemont H.S. Lib.,

Cincinnati, OH. 1 Feb. 2005 <http://www.galenet.com/servlet/OVRC >.

This source looks at sales and auctions that provide horses to slaughterhouses as well as those who try to rescue the horses destined for slaughter. It specifically references thoroughbred racing. I will use this source to support and refute my thesis.