EDUCATION & Advocacy

     At Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue, we believe that the most powerful tool in our mission is knowledge. Saving a horse’s life begins long before they reach a rescue—it starts with an informed and empowered community.

     Education is the heartbeat of our advocacy. By putting it at the forefront, we provide owners, volunteers, and the public with the vital resources they need to recognize the signs of neglect, understand the complexities of the slaughter pipeline, and promote responsible horse ownership. When we share our expertise, we aren't just reacting to a crisis; we are proactively building a safety net that keeps horses in their homes and out of harm's way.

     Through transparency and outreach, we turn compassion into action—ensuring that every "forgotten angel" has a community of educated advocates fighting for their future.

In January 2019, our very own co-founder Darlene Supnick took the floor before the New Jersey Senate to fight for those who cannot speak for themselves. She testified with passion in support of a groundbreaking bill designed to shut down the "slaughter pipeline" and keep horses out of the hands of kill buyers. This isn't just a rule change—it's a lifesaver. Under this law, horse auctioneers are now strictly required to:

• Scan and Verify: Check every horse for microchips or tattoos.
• Digital Transparency: Post all horse information online for at least 72 hours before a sale.
• Create a Safety Net: This window gives owners of stolen horses or heartbroken past owners a fighting chance to find and rescue their animals before it's too late!
• Accountability: Auctioneers must now maintain meticulous records of every sale for a full year.

The momentum was unstoppable! On May 10, 2019, Governor Phil Murphy signed this bill into law, marking a historic leap forward in equine protection. We are incredibly proud to have been at the forefront of this change, ensuring a safer, more transparent future for every horse in New Jersey.