June 30, 2013
Pictures Show Horse Being Shocked in Genitals
Reno, NV - For the third year in a row, the Reno Rodeo has been caught using electric shock prods. The images come this time, not from a SHowing Animals Respect and Kindness (SHARK) investigator, but instead from a former reporter for the Reno Gazette Journal who was sitting close enough to get clear images with her cell phone.
The images depict one individual holding a horse’s tail up, whilst a second individual applies a large electric prod to the genital area of the horse.
Recently, Reno Rodeo president, John Tipton was quoted in rgj.com as saying, “Livestock prods will be banned in and around the rodeo arena, and anyone found using them will be removed." Rodeo spokesperson Steve Schroeder was also quoted saying, “Regardless of SHARK attempting to gain further notoriety for asking these questions, the Reno Rodeo has a no-shocking policy."
"Reno Rodeo Association President, John Tipton is responsible for allowing this abuse," states SHARK president Steve Hindi. "Banning cameras gave rodeo personnel a green light to continue the abuse. Cruelty charges should be filed, but it seems that no one in any level of authority within law enforcement or the legislature cares about the animal abuse."
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Contact: Steve Hindi – 630 640 1889
