for a length of time equal to the suspension for which
reciprocity is given.
2. ANIMAL WELFARE
This Animal Welfare Policy applies to any sanctioned
event held by the AQHA, its Affiliates and any organisation
that has been given Program approval.
2.1 Humane Treatment
The Association will not tolerate inhumane treatment of a
horse, or any other animal used in competition.
a) No member or non-member will treat any horse or
animal in a cruel or inhumane manner;
b) Inhumane treatment includes but is not limited to all
relevant animal welfare legislation and rules of the
National Authorities controlling the applicable sport;
c) In any equestrian sporting event, the welfare of the
horse is the primary consideration at all times;
d) No horse should be ridden or trained in such a way
that it is subject to extended periods of mental or
physical distress;
e) Association members must comply with all relevant
animal welfare legislation and rules. This applies to all
horses exhibited at events sanctioned by the AQHA,
AQHA Affiliates and at any event that has be given
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