On August 19th, 2015 the HSWC was made aware of the cruelty situation by an anonymous call to complete a welfare check of 40 pigeons owned by the Baughers.
Field Services Officer Elliot responded to the call and asked to see all animals on the property. Upon her inspection, Officer Elliot found 3 horses that appeared to be in fair condition, but had an insufficient amount of water.
However, three other horses were found with severe hoof growth that hindered the horses’ mobility.
They were also emaciated.
“In over 25 years of working in the field on animal welfare I have never before seen horses suffer such cruelty,” said Kimberley Intino, President/CEO of the Humane Society of Washington County.
“We are grateful to Days End Farm Horse Rescue for their role in caring for these horses.”
On August 20th, 2015 the HSWC and Days End Farm Horse Rescue (DEFHR) evaluated all of the horses and decided to remove them from the property.
On August 21st, the three horses in the most severe condition were surrendered by the owners and removed to DEFHR and given immediate veterinary and farrier care. Upon examination, it was discovered that one of the horses suffered severe ligament damage and was then euthanized.
On August 25th, the other three equines were surrendered by the owners and removed from the Baugher property and placed in HSWC foster care.
All of the horses required veterinary and farrier attention, including dental care which had not been given to them for 12-15 years. These expenses will be paid by the HSWC, along with feeding and boarding costs until the horses are adopted to other families.
(Humane Society of Washington County - Aug 27, 2015)
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