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4 days ago

Animal advocates rally at City Hall after not guilty' verdct in horse abuse case

Queens NYC Council Member Robert Holden stated, "The fact that a visibly sick horse like Ryder was allowed to work at all is unbelievable and inexcusable." Holden emphasized that current regulations fail to protect the horses, urging the City Council to take action. He criticized the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for systemic failures in regulating the horse carriage industry, stating, "they fell asleep at the wheel on animal welfare." This sentiment was echoed by a juror from the recent animal abuse trial, who suggested the Department of Health should be held accountable.
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5 months ago

While trial for alleged horse abuser Ian McKeever is postponed, animal rights activists demand passage of Ryder's Law | amNewYork

Animal rights activists are demanding the passage of Ryder's Law to ban horse-drawn carriages after abuse cases.
The case against horse handler Ian McKeever has amplified calls for legislative change.
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