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I received an email from Cindy Moss today and she wanted me to post this update.
Our group ( a rescue committee formed from Northeast Miniature Horse Club members and other interested parties) went as far as we could with the court. The MSPCA was not helpful, in fact we believe they are to blame for the current status of the horses. The judge was sympathetic, but could not find a legal precedent for removing the horses (considered property in MA) from the accused couple when they had not yet been proven guilty -- compelling testimony, eyewitness accounts, and graphic pictures not withstanding. This was as of the last hearing on 7/8. A pretrial date was set for August 12. In the meantime, the accused couple still has full control of the horses. We understand that many of them have been removed from the property and given, by the owners, to supposedly knowledgeable horse people for foster care. We have also heard that many have been sold. It is clear to all of us here that any place that is NOT the farm in question, has to be a better place for these horses.
We do have some pro bono legal help, an attorney who is willing to act as an advocate for the animals in court, but there is nothing to be done until the next hearing.
I would like to thank everyone who has offered suggestions of people and organizations to call. I have followed up as much as possible. And I am also grateful for offers to foster and/or adopt these horses. Unfortunately right now, there are no horses in our control. When and if the time comes, I will have Ginny post the information here.
The original 15 privately rescued horses (which included Jimmy and the since deceased Spirit) could use some help however. The selfless people who purchased these 15 most needy horses back in April still have a long way to go with their rehab. They have received some donations of product, and veterinary care, but very little in the way of cash or feed. I know they would be grateful for any help. Here, again, is the bank where an account has been set up:
Checks can be made payable to : Rescued Mini Horses
Unibank
49 Church Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
We plan to be present in court on August 12, and any future dates as well, and we will keep pushing the media to keep pressure on the court. We will keep this forum updated with our progress. Thank you all once again for your ongoing interest and support.
Cindy Moses
Northeast Miniature Horse Club
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I urge any of you that can, please donate to help these horses.
Ginny StP
Our group ( a rescue committee formed from Northeast Miniature Horse Club members and other interested parties) went as far as we could with the court. The MSPCA was not helpful, in fact we believe they are to blame for the current status of the horses. The judge was sympathetic, but could not find a legal precedent for removing the horses (considered property in MA) from the accused couple when they had not yet been proven guilty -- compelling testimony, eyewitness accounts, and graphic pictures not withstanding. This was as of the last hearing on 7/8. A pretrial date was set for August 12. In the meantime, the accused couple still has full control of the horses. We understand that many of them have been removed from the property and given, by the owners, to supposedly knowledgeable horse people for foster care. We have also heard that many have been sold. It is clear to all of us here that any place that is NOT the farm in question, has to be a better place for these horses.
We do have some pro bono legal help, an attorney who is willing to act as an advocate for the animals in court, but there is nothing to be done until the next hearing.
I would like to thank everyone who has offered suggestions of people and organizations to call. I have followed up as much as possible. And I am also grateful for offers to foster and/or adopt these horses. Unfortunately right now, there are no horses in our control. When and if the time comes, I will have Ginny post the information here.
The original 15 privately rescued horses (which included Jimmy and the since deceased Spirit) could use some help however. The selfless people who purchased these 15 most needy horses back in April still have a long way to go with their rehab. They have received some donations of product, and veterinary care, but very little in the way of cash or feed. I know they would be grateful for any help. Here, again, is the bank where an account has been set up:
Checks can be made payable to : Rescued Mini Horses
Unibank
49 Church Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
We plan to be present in court on August 12, and any future dates as well, and we will keep pushing the media to keep pressure on the court. We will keep this forum updated with our progress. Thank you all once again for your ongoing interest and support.
Cindy Moses
Northeast Miniature Horse Club
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I urge any of you that can, please donate to help these horses.
Ginny StP