'Help a Horse' Day Sunday in Manassas

MANASSAS, VA — Kids can ride or pet a horse this weekend, while their parents can donate money to the care of horses in need. The Prince William County Animal Shelter is hosting “Help a Horse” Day noon-4 p.m. Sunday at 14807 Bristow Road, an event that strives to make horses' lives better in the county.

So giddy up and check it out, or something like that, with an event that includes arts and crafts for kids, hobby horse races, a scavenger hunt, raffles and a middle school art contest. Also, Girl Scout Brownie Troop 2431 will be holding a food drive for the shelter.

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Here's a look at those included among the organizers: the Prince William County mounted patrol unit, the Equine Rescue League, Little Fork Large Animal Rescue, Winterfell Farm, Windy Meadows Farm, Haymarket Equine Vet Services, West Crescent Ranch, Wildfire Equine Services, Therapeutic Riding Association of Va., Southern States and Dave’s Dogs.

“Help a Horse” day is a national effort on behalf of abandoned horses, or those that are seized due to abuse or neglect. Pets must be left at home. The public dog park is closed during the event.

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