2025 MFTHBA Rulebook

3 Policy Statement: Welfare of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse As the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse is the basis for our organization, MFTHBA is committed to the following:  The welfare of the horse is of primary consideration in all MFTHBA activities. Every Missouri Fox Trotter shall be treated with dignity, respect and compassion, and shall not be subjected to cruel or abusive actions.  Missouri Fox Trotter breeders, owners, trainers and exhibitors are continually responsible for the wellbeing and humane treatment of any horse entrusted to their care.  To enhance the humane standards under which Missouri Fox Trotters are exhibited at performance events, rules and regulations governing these events are published by the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association and are to be observed by all taking part in these events.