Last week, we welcomed four new members into our herd. All four come to us from Pierce County Animal Control, two pair out from two separate seizures.
The first twosome were originally part of a trio, but sadly the third horse on the property had to be humanely euthanized due to the severity of its condition. A necropsy following the euthanasia revealed no fat on the horse. Clarissa, an older (~30) chestnut mare, was not far behind, with a BCS of 1.5 on intake. Brownie (~12), a paint gelding, was in a touch better shape, but both horses were overdue for basic care. This pair has proven to be quite sweet, willing to be caught, brushed, and handled.
Clarissa on AC Intake
The second pair was seized after a Good Samaritan called Animal Control after driving by a property and seeing two horses in poor shape, as well as dogs in similar condition. PCAC ended up seizing the two horses, as well as 9 dogs. The horses are now called Tulip, another older (~24) chestnut mare, and Trinket, a little 3‑year-old cremello mare. Both mares were at BCS of 2 on intake, and in need of more care than just groceries.
Even following some ‘excitement’ to get them here (Trinket and Tulip were very patient through the busted tire ordeal), all four horses arrived safely, and have been settling in very well. We are looking forward to getting to know them better as we help them continue down the road to good health, weight, and happiness.
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- Clarissa
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- Brownie
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- Tulip
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- Trinket
