The Advisory ultimately evolved into the Connecticut
Horse Council (CHC) Incorporated in June 1971. Since then the CHC,Inc.,a nonprofit volunteer
organization,has served the Nutmeg State by keeping horse
owners updated on legislative, zoning,trail,safety and
educational issues,and continues to pursue a state
Equestrian Center. The CHC,Inc.,can only be as strong as its membership.
Please join us and work together to protect your
interests for today and tomorrow. The Connecticut Horse Council is member supported by
individuals and organizations representing every facet of
the horse industry including
owners,breeders,veterinarians,farriers, breed
organizations,horsemen's associations, commercial
suppliers and town horse councils.


HistoryThe original Connecticut Horse Advisory (1969 -
1970) was formed to defeat proposed legislation that
would have prohibited the use of bits,spurs and other
devices. Over 400 horse people testified at the
legislative hearing.