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The NCHC is the voice of the horse owners of North Carolina. We study and stay current on issues affecting the horse industry. Our membership in the American Horse Council ensures that we are also represented in Washington.

The NCHC Trails Committee works to maintain public access to horse trails, to further funding for trail maintenance and support, and to establish new trails across the state.

The NCHC works directly with representation from the Equine Health Program at the College of Veterinary Medicine to help communicate new horse health research and availability of new diagnostic equipment and treatments for serious problems that involve the health of North Carolina horses. The NCHC has supported horse health research through their granting program. The NCHC works directly with the State Animal Response Team (SART) to get information to horse owners about emergency planning and care in disasters. These organizations have received funding from the NCHC to enhance their efforts for North Carolina horses. Also the NCHC works directly with the Veterinary Division of the NCDA&CS to get information about horse infectious diseases like West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and other industry health related issues to horse owners in a timely manner.

Whether it’s an effort to limit trail access, monitor tack and horse thefts, track disease outbreaks, or educate about animal welfare issues, NCHC volunteers strive to keep horse owners informed.

Current members receive information on current events and updates as needed on issues involving horse affairs in NC.

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