Representing all
segments of Maryland’s horse industry
Latest News
The September Equiery Is Out!
There’s a little something for everyone in the September issue of The Equiery, which is now available at a distributor near you. Our cover celebrates the 20th Anniversary of Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue and we have a Q&A with the founder Christine Hajek to go along with it. Just …
EDCC Reports 5 New Cases of Strangles
Three days after reporting 17 suspected cases of strangles at a boarding barn in Baltimore County, EDCC is now reporting 5 new confirmed cases around in the state. They are: (i) a 12-year-old pony mare at a private facility in Montgomery County; (ii) two warmblood geldings at a show barn …
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Carroll County
The Equine Disease Communication Center reported today that a case of West Nile Virus (WNV) has been confirmed in an unvaccinated, three-year-old Standardbred gelding in Carroll County. The horse is showing neurological deficits but is alive. The fatality rate for a symptomatic horse is between 30% and 40%. The WNV …
The mission and
history of MHC
The Maryland Horse Council, Inc. (MHC) is the § 501(c)(6) trade association that has represented the Maryland horse industry for over 35 years. Our core mission is to lobby state and local government for sensible and economically sound positions, and to provide educational and business networking resources for the Maryland horse community.
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One Common Bond: the Maryland Horse
One Common Voice: the Maryland Horse Council
The Maryland horse industry is impressive. There are more horses per square mile (10.5) in Maryland than in any other state in the country, and 51.8% of Maryland households contain at least one horse enthusiast. Our industry contributes $2.4 billion to the Maryland economy.
Come join us and help ensure that everyone enjoys the ride!
MHC’s trade publication is The Equiery, which provides the Maryland horse community with horse industry news, educational articles, photos, and profiles on horse businesses and horse people, as well as a service directory for businesses that serve the Maryland horse industry.
How you can support MHC
Become a Member
Join together with others who love horses and are dedicated to a great future for Maryland’s equines.
Become a Sponsor
We love working with our sponsors to ensure that their needs and business goals are met.
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