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| Neglected Horses Find Local Safe Havens |
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| Neglected Horses Find Local Safe Havens
If you were to take a tour of local horse farms in the Hudson Valley, you may meet Sahara and Jasmin, two pregnant arabian mares, resting peacefully in dry warm stalls at Paradise Farms, in New Paltz, NY. If you were to travel a few miles further, in to Gardiner, you'll find Smooth Raja, a young colt, settling in to his new digs at Mountain View Farm. As you cross into Orange County, if you were to stop in to Breezy Hollow Farm, you would find two adorable fillies munching on grass, content with their paddock and run-in shed.
These horses, and the three farms they reside at, have something in common. They are foster homes for Equine Rescue Resource Inc. of Pine Bush, NY.
Just days ago, they were left to fend for themselves in less than ideal circumstances. The poor care they were forced to endure all winter is evident when you look at their bone thin frames, patchy hair coats, untended hooves and their insatiable appetites.
Equine Rescue Resource Inc. received a cruelty complaint regarding 11 neglected and abused arabian horses on Easter Sunday at approximately 5:30 p.m. In turn, the rescue group called the Chenango County Sheriff's Office.
The Sheriff’s office promptly responded and sought out an equine savvy officer to take the reins of the initial investigation. This investigation led to the arrest of Barry Crandall of Lincklaen, NY on Saturday, April 14, 2007. Crandall faces charges of animal cruelty.
There are no horse rescue organizations in Chenango County, so the Sheriffs Office called upon Equine Rescue Resource to help remove the herd, some of which were pregnant mares and stallions. Although Equine Rescue Resource Inc. is based in Pine Bush, Orange County, they do maintain a network of volunteers and foster homes throughout New York State.
On Wednesday, April 18, 2007, Equine Rescue Resource Inc. responded to Chenango County, along with volunteers from the Orange County Horse Council, the Chenango County Horseman's Association, the New York State Horse Council and Chenango County SPCA. All 11 horses were removed and transported to safety.
This morning, Linda of Breezy Hollow Farm reports that the fillies are “happier” and Melanie at Paradise Farms thinks the expectant mothers “seem brighter and cannot keep their noses out of the hay racks”. Everything seems to be “going smoothly” at Mountain View Farms hence the name “Smooth Raja”. The other 6 pasture pals, also in foster care, are said to be “enjoying their food”, “settling in nicely” and “appreciating a new environment”.
Although these horses are happier in their foster homes, it will take veterinary services, food and TLC to make them healthier. Donations of straw for foaling are needed, as well as monetary donations for veterinary expenses.
Kudos to the Chenango County Sheriffs Office for caring and helping horses in need! For further information regarding prosecution and investigation, please contact Detective Sgt. Richard Cobb of the Chenango County Sheriffs Office.
To help with the care and rehabilitation of the rescued horses, please contact Equine Rescue Resource Inc., PO Box 17, Pine Bush, NY 12566 (845) 744-1728.
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