According to officials at the Humane Society of Harrisburg, five malnourished horses found in "extremely unsanitary conditions" were seized from a central Pennsylvania farm Twenty-four horses remain on the property during the ongoing investigation.
Horses in poor condition
According to officials at the Humane Society of Harrisburg, five malnourished horses found in "extremely unsanitary conditions" were seized from a central Pennsylvania farm last week.
A search warrant was executed at the property last week. It was obtained after the property owner allegedly failed to respond to requests to obtain veterinary care for the animals.
About two dozen other horses are in poor condition at the East Hanover Township property. Officials said more might be removed later. Agency Executive Director Amy Kaunas said the animals were seized after a Humane Society officer saw a dead horse in an open barn. Four carcasses were later found on the property.
Kaunas said the owner failed to respond to warnings to get veterinary care for the animals. She said the Humane Society will cite the owner, who might be a "horse hoarder."