SUSAN KAYNE | PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A lifelong equestrian, Susan blends her expertise in media prodution, equine advocacy, and education to drive cultural and policy change, redefining the landscape of equine ethics. As the Founder of Unbridled Thoroughbred Foundation and Unbridled Sanctuary, she wholeheartedly dedicates her life to championing for the ethical treatment of equines.
Founder & President | Unbridled Thoroughbred Foundation & Unbridled Sanctuary (2004-Present)
Pioneered equine protection initiatives, rescuing thousands of thoroughbreds from slaughter.
Expanded Unbridled into a rescue, sanctuary, and educational center, integrating advocacy, art, and ethics.
Led groundbreaking legislative changes in New York, signed into law by Governor Hochul, ensuring stronger protections for equines.
Redefined equine ethics, advocating for horses to be cared for throughout their natural lifespan.
CURRENT PROJECTS & INITIATIVES
Advancing the Mission of Unbridled Sanctuary
Celebrating 20 Years of Lifesaving Equine Rescue – Marking two decades of dedication to ethical engagement with equines.
Developing The Stable Classroom – A world-class educational curriculum using rescued horses' stories to cultivate empathy.
Curating The Horses of Unbridled Art Exhibitions – Showcasing visual storytelling to shift cultural perceptions of equine lives.
Expanding the Sanctuary Grounds – Increasing capacity to rescue more horses and enhance public educational experiences.
Documentary in Production | Broodmare: The Forgotten Lives of Thoroughbreds
Exposes the hidden suffering of broodmares discarded by the racing and breeding industries.
Challenges the romanticized portrayal of horse racing, revealing the industry's systemic injustices.
Aims to reshape public perception, influence policy, and drive lasting change in equine welfare.
GOALS & VISION
Advance moral consideration for horses, recognizing them as sentient beings deserving of lifelong commitment.
Inspire ethical engagement with equines, fostering a society rooted in compassion and responsibility.
End the abuse, exploitation, drugging, and slaughter of horses through education, advocacy, and legislation.
Transform public perception of thoroughbred racing, breeding, and ownership.
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MEDIA PRODUCTION
Creator & Host | UNBRIDLED TV (2003-2013)
Debuted from the Saratoga backstretch while galloping racehorses for Todd Pletcher and Bill Mott.
Earned multiple Telly Awards and the US Equestrian Federation’s Pegasus Award for Broadcast Media Excellence.
Nationally broadcast series that expanded into the international spin-off Ireland Unbridled.
Creator & Host | Real Horse Rescues, ABC-10 (2015)
13-episode equine advocacy series highlighting local equine rescues, sanctuaries, and adoption organizations.
Media Contributor
Featured on The New York Times front page (2012), exposing drug abuse in horse racing → Led to Clenbuterol reform in NY Racing.
Columnist, Capital Region Independent Media (2023-Present), covering equine ethics and industry corruption.
EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Began riding at age 2, developing a lifelong passion for horses and thoroughbreds.
Raised and raced thoroughbreds for over three decades.
Retrained numerous racehorses for second careers.
Competed in major show-jumping events and thoroughbred race meets worldwide.
Coached by elite equestrians Neal Shapiro, Debbie Stephens, Michael Mellor, and Anthony D'Ambrosio, Jr.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Humane Education Specialist, Academy of Prosocial Learning (2017)
PUBLIC SPEAKING & ADVOCACY
Presenter, The Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics, University of Oxford (2018-2023)
Speaker, NYS Senate & Assembly Public Hearings on Racehorse Welfare (2019-2021)
VOICE ARTISTRY
Professional narrator for audiobooks, documentaries, and educational media.
Narrator for Audible productions, including Preparing You and Your Horse for the First Off-the-Property Ride by Nanette Levin.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
Painting, philosophy, photography, and poetry—creative outlets that inspire deeper reflection on advocacy and storytelling.