CBC DOCUMENTARY:  Story of the Horse

CBC DOCUMENTARY: Story of the Horse

The Nature of Things

with David Suzuki

 

We built the world around us with horsepower. But what is it that makes humans and horses so perfect for each other? And how have we transformed the wild horse we tamed 6,000 years ago into over 400 specialized breeds today?

To answer these questions, anthropologist-turned-filmmaker Niobe Thompson takes viewers on an epic journey across eleven countries on three continents and back in time to the mysterious beginnings of the horse-human relationship. Over three spectacular hours of cutting-edge science and gripping adventure, Thompson explores the evolution of horsepower, discovers how our ancestors tamed the horse and learns fascinating new insights into the body and mind of this unique animal.

 

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Canadian Food Inspection Agency Lawsuit

Canadian Food Inspection Agency Lawsuit

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is responsible for making sure horses are shipped safely, but the animal rights group Canadian Horse Defence Coalition alleges the CFIA isn’t following its own guidelines. Global National’s Robin Gill spoke to animal law lawyer Rebeka Breder on the lawsuit the coalition has filed.

PLEASE NOTE: This lawsuit is specifically targeting the transport of horses by air to Japan and other markets to be slaughtered there for food for human consumption.

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