Ban usage of Rollkur
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Federation Equestre Internationale
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We, the undersigned, state our strong objection to the use of Rollkur in the training of horses. As advocates for humane riding and treatment of animals we ask that the FEI take a stand against this inhumane technique.
We demand a complete ban against Rollkur (hyperflexion) in all warm-up areas and on the grounds of FEI sanctioned events.
We, the undersigned, state our strong objection to the use of Rollkur in the training of horses. As advocates for humane riding and treatment of animals we ask that the FEI take a stand against this inhumane technique.
We demand a complete ban against Rollkur (hyperflexion) in all warm-up areas and on the grounds of FEI sanctioned events.
We the undersigned, state our strong objection to the use of Rollkur in training of horses. As an advocate for humane riding and treatment of animals we ask that the FEI take a stand against this inhumane technique.
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We demand a complete ban against Rollkur (hyperflexion) in all FEI in warm-up or on the grounds of a sanctioned show. Please show the world The welfare of the horse is truly a key issue with your organization.
We signed the "Ban usage of Rollkur" petition!
# 2,387:
12:40 pm PST, Jan 31,
Rikke Sonne, Denmark
# 2,386:
12:36 pm PST, Jan 31,
Elizabeth Robbins, Florida
# 2,385:
12:14 pm PST, Jan 31,
Jerry Plummer, Missouri
# 2,384:
12:06 pm PST, Jan 31,
Leesa Winter, Georgia
I have been away from the dressage world for some years, but I know from years of riding and studying it, you cannot force submission to the bit and achieve the relaxed frame that is the ideal in dressage. The practice of rollkur is as barbaric and uncalled for as the tortures inflicted on western pleasure horses to achieve the "peanut roller" head carriage. These are merely short cuts taken to shorten the time it takes to train a true dressage horse. I urge you to ban its use at all FEI events.
I have been away from the dressage world for some years, but I know from years of riding and studying it, you cannot force submission to the bit and achieve the relaxed frame that is the ideal in dressage. The practice of rollkur is as barbaric and uncalled for as the tortures inflicted on western pleasure horses to achieve the "peanut roller" head carriage. These are merely short cuts taken to shorten the time it takes to train a true dressage horse. I urge you to ban its use at all FEI events.
# 2,383:
12:00 pm PST, Jan 31,
Olivia Jeenel, Germany
# 2,382:
11:56 am PST, Jan 31,
Dominique Prod, United Arab Emirates
please show your good human side and ban the usage of rollkur
please show your good human side and ban the usage of rollkur
# 2,381:
11:38 am PST, Jan 31,
Maria Fink, New Jersey
# 2,380:
10:58 am PST, Jan 31,
Christine Fischer, Virginia
# 2,379:
10:50 am PST, Jan 31,
Jackie Smith, Ohio
# 2,378:
9:03 am PST, Jan 31,
Tara Otto, New York
# 2,377:
7:53 am PST, Jan 31,
Kathie Ball, Arkansas
# 2,376:
7:27 am PST, Jan 31,
Vicki Kirsch, Virginia
# 2,375:
7:20 am PST, Jan 31,
Jean M W Queen, Massachusetts
The practice of rollkur is an expedience to benefit short term goals. It has no benefit to the horse, its long term health and well being, and ultimately to the use of correct dressage in training the horse, regardless of discipline. I urge you to ban its practice at competitions and heavily penalize its manifestations in the ring - ie tenseness, stress, anxiety, unbalanced movement, etc.
The practice of rollkur is an expedience to benefit short term goals. It has no benefit to the horse, its long term health and well being, and ultimately to the use of correct dressage in training the horse, regardless of discipline. I urge you to ban its practice at competitions and heavily penalize its manifestations in the ring - ie tenseness, stress, anxiety, unbalanced movement, etc.
# 2,374:
7:11 am PST, Jan 31,
James Moomaw, New York
# 2,373:
6:26 am PST, Jan 31,
Marianne Northam, United Kingdom
# 2,372:
3:49 pm PST, Jan 30,
Ellie Koutsouris, United Kingdom
An unfortunately limited study on Rollkur by Dr Ute Von Borstel indicated that 14 of the 15 horses tested showed signs of discomfort when ridden in constant hyperflexion (Rollkur). Unfortunaterly this study and another testing fear (by HR measurments which may not be entirely reliable alone)are the only current facts we have to go on. To make a significant change in the number of trainers using this technique faultless studies must be carried out to scientifically prove discomfort, pain -(this will be rather difficult to assess) - or learnt helplessness (see Hall, 2007 on Learnt helplessness). Once such studies are completed some progress may be made. In addition, all the time there is no overall governing body in equestrianism or assesment of owners/trainers it will continue to be difficult to monitor the ongoing of such schooling.
An unfortunately limited study on Rollkur by Dr Ute Von Borstel indicated that 14 of the 15 horses tested showed signs of discomfort when ridden in constant hyperflexion (Rollkur). Unfortunaterly this study and another testing fear (by HR measurments which may not be entirely reliable alone)are the only current facts we have to go on. To make a significant change in the number of trainers using this technique faultless studies must be carried out to scientifically prove discomfort, pain -(this will be rather difficult to assess) - or learnt helplessness (see Hall, 2007 on Learnt helplessness). Once such studies are completed some progress may be made. In addition, all the time there is no overall governing body in equestrianism or assesment of owners/trainers it will continue to be difficult to monitor the ongoing of such schooling.
# 2,371:
2:48 pm PST, Jan 30,
Catherine Cooper, United Kingdom
It's about time that the beautiful and elegant sight of a balanced and comfortable dressage became the norm again. The whole point of dressage is that we are taking the natural paces and actions of the equine, and perfecting them in harmony with the rider. Even my children's ponies happily piaffe in the field with their friends, funnily enough I've never seen them attach their chin to their chest or shoulder and trot around like that... can't imagine why!
It's about time that the beautiful and elegant sight of a balanced and comfortable dressage became the norm again. The whole point of dressage is that we are taking the natural paces and actions of the equine, and perfecting them in harmony with the rider. Even my children's ponies happily piaffe in the field with their friends, funnily enough I've never seen them attach their chin to their chest or shoulder and trot around like that... can't imagine why!
# 2,370:
2:36 pm PST, Jan 30,
Leesha Platteter, New York
# 2,369:
11:19 pm PST, Jan 29,
Carol Dymond, Canada
I would like to see a complete end to this practice.
I would like to see a complete end to this practice.
# 2,368:
10:59 pm PST, Jan 29,
Name not displayed, Canada
Rodeo is slowly being drawn out of the "Dark Ages", reckon dressage is next ...
Rodeo is slowly being drawn out of the "Dark Ages", reckon dressage is next ...
# 2,367:
10:56 pm PST, Jan 29,
Line Bjercke, Norway
# 2,366:
1:23 pm PST, Jan 29,
Julieanne De Graff, Colorado
# 2,365:
9:59 am PST, Jan 29,
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# 2,364:
7:24 am PST, Jan 29,
Name not displayed, Colorado
# 2,363:
7:29 pm PST, Jan 28,
Elinore Krell, Maryland
# 2,362:
2:48 pm PST, Jan 28,
Elizabeth Tewksbury, Maine
# 2,361:
11:01 am PST, Jan 28,
Micheele Santay, New York
# 2,360:
8:10 am PST, Jan 28,
Name not displayed, New York
# 2,359:
10:59 am PST, Jan 27,
Name not displayed, Pennsylvania
Please ban rollkur. This practice undermines the fundamentals of dressage by encouraging hand riding and is the antithesis of collection. It is also inhumane to subject horses to hyperflexion for long periods of time. It's time to take a stand and ban rollkur!
Please ban rollkur. This practice undermines the fundamentals of dressage by encouraging hand riding and is the antithesis of collection. It is also inhumane to subject horses to hyperflexion for long periods of time. It's time to take a stand and ban rollkur!
# 2,358:
4:08 pm PST, Jan 26,
Name not displayed, Maine
# 2,357:
1:04 pm PST, Jan 26,
Name not displayed, United Kingdom
# 2,356:
10:11 am PST, Jan 26,
Laura Lasher, New York
Please end this inhumane treatment of horses. Great training results are acheived through time and patience only. Shortcuts should not be rewarded by judges.
Please end this inhumane treatment of horses. Great training results are acheived through time and patience only. Shortcuts should not be rewarded by judges.
# 2,355:
9:51 am PST, Jan 26,
Christine Khalil, Massachusetts
If the FEI doesn't do something about this inhumane technique; if all the organizations don't stand up to the money and the power behind this ruthless, cruel treatment of horses, then we are all going to be facing PETA and other animal rights organizations when they get wind of what actually goes on in the horse world. What an absolute disgrace; I'm sure Podhajsky and all the classical masters are rolling in their graves.
If the FEI doesn't do something about this inhumane technique; if all the organizations don't stand up to the money and the power behind this ruthless, cruel treatment of horses, then we are all going to be facing PETA and other animal rights organizations when they get wind of what actually goes on in the horse world. What an absolute disgrace; I'm sure Podhajsky and all the classical masters are rolling in their graves.
# 2,354:
9:29 am PST, Jan 26,
Name not displayed, Latvia
# 2,353:
10:35 am PST, Jan 25,
Lisa Wagner, Ohio
I am finally, after many years of taking care of others, living my dream of becoming a good rider. I love dressage, BUT, (listen up FEI, USDF and any other organizations that govern the dressage world) I do NOT want to compete or go to competitions, join or even be a member of organizations that allow this abuse to not only continue but reward it by giving good scores to those who use these shortcut, abusive training/riding methods. I'll speak with my pocketbook and see who listens.
I am finally, after many years of taking care of others, living my dream of becoming a good rider. I love dressage, BUT, (listen up FEI, USDF and any other organizations that govern the dressage world) I do NOT want to compete or go to competitions, join or even be a member of organizations that allow this abuse to not only continue but reward it by giving good scores to those who use these shortcut, abusive training/riding methods. I'll speak with my pocketbook and see who listens.
# 2,352:
8:08 am PST, Jan 25,
Susan Berry, United Kingdom
Try treating a horse like a horse, and not with your twisted idea of 'elegance'. You wouldn't know civilised behaviour if you fell over it.
Try treating a horse like a horse, and not with your twisted idea of 'elegance'. You wouldn't know civilised behaviour if you fell over it.
# 2,351:
5:46 am PST, Jan 25,
Shannon DeGrazier, United Kingdom
