A severely ill Shetland pony that was dumped under the cover of darkness next to a livery yard in Warwickshire has been rescued by the RSPCA and is now recovering at Redwings.
The dark bay pony was discovered tied to a lamppost near Rouncil Lane, Kenilworth in Warwickshire in the evening of Saturday 10 September. The police attended the scene to find the weak pony struggling for breath and called the RSPCA for assistance.
“I honestly thought the pony was dying in front of me when I arrived” said RSPCA Inspector Jonathan Ratcliffe. “She was very unwell, was lethargic and had discharge coming from her nose and mouth. We paid for an equine vet to attend who administered emergency treatment for Strangles, which is an extremely contagious equine disease.”
The RSPCA contacted Redwings' local Welfare Officer and we agreed to take the pony, who we have since named Peggy, into our care. Peggy is now receiving all the treatment she needs and is making good progress, although sadly she is also very nervous after her ordeal.
By Redwings Press
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