To: CEO, Magic Forest Family Fun Park, Lake George, NY
Magic Forest, Lake George, NY: Stop horse diving immediately
Magic Forest Family Fun Park, as it is called, is the only place in the country which still has a diving horse. The horse dives off an enclosed ramp, and the horse has to stop himself so he doesn't slip off. Whoever says "the horse doesn't mind it" doesn't know what they're talking about as there is no choice given to this animal -- he must perform.
Why is this important?
I saw this show years ago when my children were little and was upset about the horse diving. That wasn't what drew us into the park. It was horrible to watch unless you're a child and have no idea that the horse has no choice but to jump. Whoever says that "the horse likes it" never asked the horse. This horse must perform. It doesn't matter whether the horse is treated well when not performing. He still must perform and this is animal cruelty. I can't believe they're still doing this after all these years!