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Two chuckwagons collided at Saturday’s chuckwagon race, leading to serious injury for horse
Photo: Reddit user thicketcosplay During a Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby chuckwagon race on July 11, 2026, a horse suffered serious injuries when two teams collided while attempting to round the barrels. Stampede representatives state “an initial exam revealed no fractures but the injury is considered serious”. The incident again highlights the inherent risks of the…
Vancouver Humane Society files cruelty complaint after Clinton Rodeo footage reveals apparent animal welfare violations
VANCOUVER, July 2, 2026 — The Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) has filed a cruelty complaint with the BC SPCA after a review of footage from this year’s Clinton Rodeo identified four concerning incidents involving the inhumane treatment of animals. https://youtu.be/6r9xTBH7Qvg This is not the first time the Clinton Rodeo has faced scrutiny. Following the 2024 rodeo, the BC SPCA investigated after footage showed a visibly stressed bull being…