Help End Overbreeding of Racehorses and Exploitation of Broodmares
Overbreeding causes thousands of racehorses every year to be slaughtered or abandoned. Help fight the problem at its root and reduce the exploitation of broodmares
The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses advocates for the horses in the racing industry.
We investigate, document and expose what goes on behind the scenes in the horse racing industry. We lobby for political change and raise public awareness about the inherent cruelty in the horse racing industry.
Latest News
BREAKING: GIPA request reveals True Death Toll of NSW Racehorses Three Times Higher
Through a GIPA application to Racing NSW, CPR can reveal there was almost three times as many racehorses recorded as being killed from racing in 2023/24 than it was possible to find via public records.
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Racehorses ‘Going Berserk’ at VRC Stables
Our dedicated Writers Group assist in all kinds of campaigns to help protect racehorses. Below is a letter […]
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Become a Volunteer
Our team is run entirely by dedicated volunteers, who are members of the public just like you. If you are concerned about the welfare of horses in the racing industry and would like to help, please get in touch.
Why We Advocate for Racehorses
Jumps Racing
Join us in the fight to ban this dangerous “sport” in ALL Australian states. Read more
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Racehorse Retirement Plan
Read our proposal to Racing Australia calling for 1% of all betting turnover to establish a retirement plan. Read more
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Two-year-old Racing
Horses are not skeletally mature until five years of age. Subsequently, a significant number sustain injuries in their first year of racing and do not return. Read more
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Become A Supporter
Become a CPR supporter now, by signing up to make monthly donations. Learn more about how your donation helps. Read more
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