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What is working in Equine Welfare?
Working in Thoroughbred welfare refers to roles and activities focused on ensuring the health, safety, and long-term well-being of Thoroughbred horses, both during and after their racing careers. It encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from day-to-day care to industry-wide programs that promote ethical treatment, rehabilitation, and aftercare.
Some of the key areas of Equine Welfare include:
- Racing Welfare
- Aftercare & Retirement
- Education & Advocacy
- Compliance & Inspection
- Rehabilitation & Veterinary Support
Working in Thoroughbred welfare is about caring for and safeguarding the health, safety, and future of racehorses. It spans on-track care, aftercare programs, advocacy, compliance, and rehabilitation, making it a vital part of the industry’s commitment to ethical and responsible horse management.
Working in Equine Welfare
- Protects horses from neglect, injury, or premature retirement
- Ensures a safe, ethical racing environment
- Promotes sustainable industry practices
- Supports successful transitions from racing to second careers
- Improves public perception and trust in the Thoroughbred racing industry
- Strong knowledge of equine health, behaviour, and husbandry
- Familiarity with racing industry operations
- Empathy, patience, and strong ethical standards
- Ability to assess welfare risks and implement solutions
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution in welfare scenarios