The young piebald cob in the photograph was still alive, but only just. It was evident that this horse had been down for a prolonged period of time.
Karen called on the assistance of the closest vet and local Gardaí. On examination, the vet recommended that the unfortunate horse be put to sleep on humane grounds.
Commenting on the condition of the animal Inspector Lyons said “He was very underweight and like so many young equines that we have found in recent times it looks like he was suffering from a severe worm burden. That eventually caused him to weaken so much that when he lay down he had not the strength to get back up.
"It is very distressing for any us to find an animal in this state, so far gone that nothing can be done and the kindest act is to end its suffering”
Investigations are ongoing to establish who was responsible for the horse and the ISPCA is preparing a file for presentation to an Garda Siochana.
“I can't overemphasize the importance of regular worming in regards to an equine thriving” added Inspector Lyons, “It is also vital that animals should be checked on at least once, if not twice, a day. Again it seems that the value of these animals determines the care that they receive”.
(ISPCA - Dec 27, 2013)
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