Twenty-five local animal control officers attended the first REINS (Regional Equine Information Network) program held at Stearns Homestead and hosted by the Cuyahoga Farm Bureau Equine Advisory Committee.  The REINS program is dedicated to the education of equine enthusiasts and those charged with animal welfare responsibilities throughout the state. Local certified REINS instructor Joe Porach, who organized the event, welcomed the group and introduced the speakers including Kim Cole from OSU Extension and the Ohio State University, two local veterinarians and an equine feed specialist.