[RC] Re:breeding/slaughter - CMNewellBackyard breeder: Unlicensed general public who breed for the fun of having a baby (In the past two years, I have personally known three people just in my area, who have bred or are planning to breed their mare just for the experience of having a baby. And I personally know a number of fine horses who were produced by "backyard breeders" for the sheer joy of it. Ther weren't out to produce a commodity for sale; they spent years, in some cases researching bloodlines and planning matings. Hell *I* breed for the joy of it. It sure isn't a commercial enterprise here, though I have sold foals and have bred outside mares. But I'll fight your licensing plans to my last breath. Go after those who mistreat and abuse, if you must have a target. --CMNewell, DVM =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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