Why is a
program like
BITS needed?
*80% of first time horse
owners get rid of their
horse within 5 years.
*In just nine years (1997-
05), The equine
population in the United
States has expanded from
6.9 million to 9.2 million
horses, an increase of
33%.
*Meanwhile, the number
of horse owners has risen
from 1.9 million to 2.0
million, a modest increase
of only about 5%.
*Most neglect and abuse
cases can be resolved
through owner education.
Educational programs
using existing resources
should be developed and
accessible to all facets of
society."— USDA
These facts and quotes are
from the Equinedentistry.
com site
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