"(Situation & Task) While completing my Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences, I was placed in an internship at an equestrian center. There, I experienced the euthanizing of sick or injured horses simply because of the business considerations around expensive veterinary bills. (Action) Although I could not actively change this decision, I opened conversations with employees about the ethical implications of this and what it meant for animal welfare. I learned that the issue is more ambiguous than I first thought. If the horse's vet bills were too expensive, they wouldn't be able to afford care for the other horses, so they felt the decision to euthanize was respecting animal welfare. (Result) This situation allowed me to understand how finances can impact veterinary care. I am glad that I did not react in an unprofessional manner. Rather, I gained the opportunity to hear others, be heard, and learn something new. Although I can't entirely agree with some decisions made in the sport of equestrian, it's important that I at least consider other perspectives and keep lines of communication open."