Humane Colorado rescues over 70 horses that reportedly faced severe neglect
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Humane Colorado is asking for help after the rescue of more than 70 horses and foals from a property in rural Colorado, with the reason for the rescue appearing to be severe neglect.
According to a press release from Humane Colorado, the organization partnered with law enforcement in early July to rescue more than 70 horses and foals from a property in rural Colorado where they experienced severe neglect.
“In extreme heat and harsh conditions, our multi-agency team worked tirelessly to rescue these animals,” reads a Facebook post from Humane Colorado. “The day ended in a downpour, flooded roads, and a flat tire, but nothing stopped our teams from getting these animals to safety.”
Photo Credit: Humane Colorado
Photo Credit: Humane Colorado
Photo Credit: Humane Colorado
The animals appear to have endured hot summer temperatures, insufficient food, lack of access to veterinary care, and severely overgrown hooves. The press release also notes that many of the horses looked to be in pain. More than half the herd was seen as being painfully lame (which means they had an abnormal stance or gait).
The horses are now safe at Humane Colorado’s Harmony Equine Center in Franktown and getting the care they need.
The scope of the case, however, is immense and has stretched Humane Colorado’s resources thin. The herd includes young foals and mares showing signs of pregnancy. Almost half the horses are showing lameness and a need for farrier intervention. Many are underweight, some are battling eye injuries, abscesses, and hoof and joint conditions.
Photo Credit: Humane Colorado
“What makes this work possible isn’t just the team on the ground,” said Dr. Apryl Steele, president & CEO of Humane Colorado, in the press release. “We know people care deeply about horses, and we’re asking them to stand with us once again. Every donation, no matter the amount, helps us provide vital care to these animals 0 which they desperately need.”
Donations will support all stages of the horses’ care, including urgent medical and farrier treatment, specialized nutrition, and foaling support.
Supporters can follow the horses’ progress and make donations here.
“These horses appear to have gone without proper care for a very long time,” said Dr. Gardner-Graff in the press release. “It is going to take extensive resources to bring them back into good health. This is why we need our equine-loving community to partner with us to provide the proper care and medical attention they need to give them the better future they deserve.”
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