ridecamp@endurance.net: [endurance] lost/stolen horses

[endurance] lost/stolen horses

Patricia Yabumoto (psmoto@lascruces.com)
Sun, 3 Dec 1995 21:47:07 -0700

Here is something a little different(at least for me). Four days ago, a
horse wandered up on my property. With some difficulty, I got him haltered
and stuck him in a pen. I have had this happen before-stray horses coming
around-but usually the owner is not far behind! Not this time! By evening, I
was calling the sheriff's department and the State Police. I got in contact
with the livestock inspector and we agreed to give it a few days.
Well, the inspector is coming tomorrow and he talks as though he wants to
impound the horse. I don't really like that idea, and wonder if I can insist
that the horse stays right where it is.

This horse is really a mystery. On one hand, he is in great physical shape
and looks well taken care of, but he really needs his teeth floated bad! And
his hoofs are worn down and so small, that it is really painful to watch him
walk. I guess it is possible that people turn their horses out and only
check on them a couple times a month. It gives me the jeebies to think that,
but that must be the case with this horse.

I also contacted the feed stores and a local horse club that there is a lost
horse. I really don't know what else to do. Would like any imput from anyone
who has experienced this before or have any ideas.

Thanks
Patti
psmoto@lascruces.com