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VOLUNTEERS UNIFIED TO PRESERVE AND BUILD ALL HORSE INTERESTS, TRAILS AND LAND USE IN NEW YORK STATE! This is the goal of the New York State Horse Council
We are New York's Recreational Equine Umbrella organization devoted to creating a forum, in which horsemen of diverse interests can use their "horsepower" to guarantee a future for our horses,

Horse Events, and
Horse related businesses in New York State. We facilitate grass roots efforts to educate New York State Legislators regarding the tremendous economic impact of $4.8 Billion provided by our horse industry and develop appropriate equine agricultural legislation. We also focus on trail use development & standards, zoning, research into horse health and nutrition and humane treatment. We work in tandem with a number of affiliated organizations to make sure your needs are met. We are especially interested in existing New York state equine organizations joining us in a recognized capacity. The more we band together the stronger our voices will become. Please become a member of our group, and by volunteering to support our many committee efforts. As a collective we want to ensure that your needs are met whether you show, trail ride, breed or just admire horses and want to see them thrive and increase throughout New York. The best way for this to happen is for you to

JOIN US NOW!

10/31/2026

🐴🍂 **The NYSHC Fall Newsletter is HERE!** 🍁🐴

The New York State Horse Council's Fall 2026 Newsletter is officially out! https://nyshc.org/post.php?pid=22 🎉

Catch up on the latest NYSHC news, updates, events, and happenings throughout our equestrian community!

🗳️ **NYSHC BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTIONS – IT'S TIME TO VOTE!**

We're also asking all NYSHC members to take a few minutes to cast their ballots for the 2026 Board of Directors elections.

Your participation helps shape the future of the New York State Horse Council and ensures our membership has a voice!

✅ **Voting is easy!**

📲 **Vote online here:**
https://forms.gle/BcBfB8iWax1NKsnG7

📬 Prefer a paper ballot? Voting instructions and the ballot are included in the Fall Newsletter.

📅 **Voting Deadline: November 15, 2026**

Please remember to vote for the Executive Board positions and only the regional positions applicable to your membership.

💚 Thank you for supporting NYSHC and helping us continue our mission of representing and supporting New York's horse community!

🐎 **Read the newsletter, cast your vote, and stay involved!**

We thank the membership for your time and consideration. Ballots to be received by November 15, 2026. EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITIONS Directions for Executive Board Position Voting: If you are a member of the NYSHC, please vote for one nominee for each of the following positions.

10/25/2026

We ended the 2026 AGM with a comprehensive and in depth presentation by Dr. Shores on Equine Emergencies. Thank you to Rhinebeck Equine for sharing your facility with us, and having such an incredible team of veterinarians willing to share their knowledge.

10/24/2026

2026 Annual General Meeting continues at Rhinebeck Equine Dr. Lauren Holley presented on Endocrine Disease if the horse, followed by Mara Ramos Cabrera DVM presenting updates on Intra-Articular Treatments in Horses. Attendees enjoyed a delicious lunch catered by Rustic Table in Red Hook NY.

10/24/2026

2026 Annual General Meeting

10/23/2026

The New York State Horse Council would like to recognize the Kentucky Horse Council for their support of equine welfare.

🚨𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 🚨

The Kentucky Horse Council is providing comprehensive equine care to the horses involved in the Ohana Run/Marlo Matheny case, in coordination with the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and the Boyd County Sheriff's Office.

The KHC is providing veterinary assessments, tailored nutritional plans and ongoing husbandry support to ensure the safety and recovery of the many horses involved.

The KHC is ensuring each horse receives dedicated veterinary evaluations and rehabilitation protocols, as well as targeted refeeding plans. Veterinarians and KHC staff will continue to provide care and assistance throughout the lengthy process.

🐎To support the ongoing veterinary and feed assistance support of these horses and others across the Commonwealth, please consider donating here: kentuckyhorse.org/donate

From the KDA:
Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Boyd County Sheriff’s Office Announce Arrest of Operator of Ohana Run Farm
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) and Boyd County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of Marlo Matheny, operator of Ohana Run Farm, for Animal Cruelty, 2nd Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor—the highest charge available under Kentucky law for livestock abuse.
According to the arrest affidavit, Matheny is accused of intentionally failing to provide adequate food, water, and health care to two horses. Both horses were described as severely malnourished, with open wounds and body condition scores of 1. One horse also suffered from a severe lice infestation.
KDA initiated the investigation with assistance from the Boyd County Sheriff’s Office. Multiple state agencies and organizations—led by the generous resources donated by the Kentucky Horse Council—continue coordinating efforts to ensure the horses receive appropriate care.
The investigation remains ongoing and no further details are available at this time. KDA is working to identify the legal owners of horses and asks anyone with information regarding their ownership to contact [email protected].

10/13/2026

If you attended the New York State Horse Council Annual Fall Pleasure Ride please tag your event photos with
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New York State Horse Council- organization devoted to creating a forum in which horsemen of diverse interests can use their horsepower to guarantee a future of horses, horse sports, trail development, land use and horse-related businesses in New York State. Our membership consists of individuals, eq...

10/08/2026

This will be a fun and educational day with some of the top equine professionals in Dutchess, County, NY sharing their knowledge. Light breakfast and a catered lunch. All are welcome!

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NYSHC April 30, 1966
Kingston, NY
12401

Telephone

+15852303720

Website

http://www.nyshc.org/

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