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[RC] unregistered horses - firedancefarms

One of the most cruel things a breeder can do to a horse is pull its papers.  This condems the horse to go for sub-prices and usually  end up with sub-owners.  A $500 youngster sold with papers may someday end up with an owner who wants to show or whatever, but that good owner may pass it up if it is not registered.  I believe papers belong to the HORSE, and should always stay with that horse. 
 
On the same note, freeze branding can be a lifesaver to a horse as well.  I once bought a "killer horse" at the auction..a beautiful white gelding.. who turned out to have a freeze brand.  We read it and discovered he was a Silver Patriot son...and he was an old showhorse.  We found a great home for him with kids that he would not otherwise have found. 
 
Happy trails!
Louise
Louise Burton
Firedance Farms Endurance Arabians
http://pages.prodigy.net/firedancefarms

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