Rescuing Horses from Slaughter: Tawnee Preisner’s Mission with Horse Plus Humane Society

Click to See Photos & Full Show Notes Can one couple’s passion for horses transform into a nationwide mission to end equine suffering? Tawnee Preisner, co-founder of the Horse Plus Humane Society, has spent more than two decades rescuing horses from abuse, neglect, and slaughter. Their modest beginnings have exploded into a powerhouse of equine advocacy, reshaping the landscape of horse rescue and protection in America. In this eye-opening conversation, Tawnee reveals the often-hidden realities of horse slaughter in America and the "pipeline" that funnels thousands of horses to brutal deaths each year. From retired racehorses to victims of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, Tawnee shares heartbreaking stories and hard-won victories and wisdom from the frontlines of equine rescue. 🗣"In every industry…when there is money and animals, there's going to be abuse, there's going to be suffering, and there's going to be a need for rescue." - Tawnee Preisner, Horse Plus Humane Society co-founder This conversation is a call to action for anyone who cares about animal welfare. Tawnee provides practical ways for listeners to make a difference, from supporting local rescues to contacting representatives about key legislation. In this Episode: 👉🏼The hidden realities of the horse slaughter industry in America 👉🏼 How retired racehorses and other equines end up in the "slaughter pipeline" 👉🏼 Abusive practices in the Tennessee Walking Horse show industry 👉🏼 The challenges and rewards of running a major animal rescue organization 👉🏼 Horse Plus Humane Society's evolution since 2003 👉🏼 Legislative efforts to protect horses, including the SAFE Act and PAST Act 👉🏼 How everyday people can make a difference for horses and other animals 👉🏼 The importance of local support for animal welfare organizations ********************************************************** ✨✨✨Learn More, Contact, Donate✨✨✨ 💻 Horse Plus Humane Society Website 💸DONATE to Horse Plus Humane Society 👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼Follow Horse Plus Humane Society on Social Media FacebookYouTube LinkedIn TikTok ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Thank you for watching! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more transformative stories from How We Change the World Podcast. Listen & Subscribe to How We Change the World: 🎧 Spotify ⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcasts 💻 How We ChangeTheWorld Website How We Change the World is a weekly podcast designed to inspire hope, encourage action, and celebrate progress in the realms of the environment, poverty, health, governance, social justice, education, animal welfare, conservation, self improvement, health, and other pressing issue areas. Every Wednesday, tune in to hear in-depth conversations with activists, advocates, and other change makers whose stories of triumph, tragedy, and tenacity will encourage you to explore your own problem-solving potential.