![]() ![]() Thus, horses deserve better than to live as nature intended. ![]() While nature should be respected and appreciated, the apathetic brutality of its mighty forces made necessary the protective shelter of human infrastructures and institutions. However, we mustn’t forget that the purpose of human civilization is to protect us from nature. Because nature is idealized, a current belief is trending that a “natural” way of life is inherently better in all respects, while its “adversary” (human civilization) is the source of all oppression and cruelty. Nature has become romanticized as an innocent, peaceful, and righteous place, representing the optimal state to live. “Horses deserve to live their lives as nature intended.”¹ The current objections to riding horses are evaluated below, followed by an opportunity to reflect upon the ethical challenges of the activities we engage in with our horses. We must face the criticisms head-on in order to find a fair and honest answer that prioritizes the well-being of our beloved horses, and secondarily protects the horse industry from toxic, slanderous reputations and unreasonable regulations. Thus, now is the time to analyze the relationship we share with horses and ask ourselves the difficult questions: Do horses share our joy in riding? Or is our passion a one-sided arrangement that ought to be reconsidered? Many animal rights activists, such as People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), have announced arguments against the use of horses for any and all riding purposes. While animal rights organizations have improved the welfare of animals within many industries, their focus has recently begun to shift towards the equestrian community. Recently, animal rights activists have amplified conversations regarding the proper treatment of the precious animals with whom we share our planet and homes. A Close Look at the Horse-Human Relationship ![]()
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