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Soring dispute tests Tennessee walking horse show rules
The American Horse Protection Association sues USDA over self regulation of soring abuses in Tennessee walking horse competitions. Industry figures defend progress and criticize lingering abuses while inspectors face funding limits and varying compliance. The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration plans a $1 million sponsorship goal amid ongoing controversy.
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Shelbyville, Tenn
Tennessee Walking Horse
Bob Cherry
Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and
Nashville
American Horse Protection Association
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Robin Lohnes
Kenny Smith
Kentucky Walking Horse Association
South
Smith
Tennessee
Congress
USDA
Ron DeHaven
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
DeHaven
Harrodsburg
Buck
Ron Thomas
Shelbyville