A new short film sharing the stories of five horses who have “suffered because of fireworks ” – including one who had to be put down and another who sustained a broken jaw – has added to the calls for change to legislation.

Redwings released the film, narrated by actor and animal welfare advocate Dan Richardson, as part of its ongoing Keep Horses In Mind fireworks campaign.

The film shares the stories of Vello, Zuri, Cailin, Lucy and Tango, all who have been affected by firework-related incidents. Vello was injured jumping a gate when he escaped, and Lucy broke her jaw when she galloped into a gate. Zuri developed colic and Cailin’s owner Lucy suffered long-term injuries when she fell and was trampled as Cailin panicked when a firework went off as she was taken out of her stable. Tang

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