Rescued Horses Recovering

TYLER – Over 40 horses are recovering after being rescued from a ranch near Lindale Wednesday. Officials say it will be roughly 4 to 6 weeks before the animals are up to health standards and ready for release. Many of the horses were termed severely emaciated, and the animals were said to be suffering from a variety of medical ailments. According to KETK, the SPCA along with Smith County deputies took the 43 horses from their owner Wednesday after a six-month investigation. SPCA officials say a neighbor’s tip led authorities to the ranch, where they also found skeletal remains of other horses.

Rescue workers say the animals were initially startled to be taken. Two of the horses are pregnant. Some are still are not strong enough to stand. Officials say they are now eating and drinking water properly at stables provided by the Humane Society of the U.S. They’ll be evaluated and treated then put up for adoption. The owner, a horse breeder, is facing civil charges in connection to the case. You can go to http://www.spcaeasttx.com to find out more about adoptions and donations.