Comments on: Man Accused Of Starving 10 Horses Changes Plea; Sentencing Set

By: David Huie Green

David Huie Green — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 16:29:03 +0000

REGARDING:
“I’ve heard the same about grass clippings, but wasn’t sure why. Could you tell us why they can be toxic and cause colic?”

From http://prevent-horse-colic.com/horse-colic-prevention-and-management/environmental-causes-of-horse-colic/little-known-colic-cause-gr.html

“Wet, green lawn clippings that have been left in a mower bag or in an exposed pile will start to mildew and ferment quickly. This can cause serious gastric problems in your horse’s gut, leading to a bout of colic.
There’s also the possibility that the clippings contain lawn chemicals that are not suitable for ingestion. Toxic ornamental plants like yew or oleander can also be mixed in lawn clippings.”

This also explains the bare ground where my neighbors have horses and less than an acre of land.

David for healthful and sufficient food

By: Unchaindogs

Unchaindogs — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:22:09 +0000

Thank you for the update on this case, William!

By: bwayne

bwayne — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:51:10 +0000

teacher1……thank you for your input. That’s what I was looking for. I knew there was an acreage limitation, but could not remember what it was. I have seen officials there before, and I did see that he put up a shelter for the horses. The man has worked hard at fencing, clearing and up until now there was always some hay for them. I’m glad to hear the case is already on the radar.

By: mary b

mary b — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:11:53 +0000

Well it dont look like hes missed to many meals,People must learn animals have feelings they fell pain and hunger,.I think a life sentance would be fitting.hey im just saying.

By: teacher1

teacher1 — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:22:02 +0000

Regarding the animals on the property on Williams Ditch Rd. This case has just been before a Special Magistrate, not because of the bad conditions for the animals but because to have livestock of any kind you are supposed to have 2 acres and he has 1.73. The magistrate gave him 2 choices. Either buy enough adjoining land to make up the 2 acres or get rid of all of the animals within 90 days. If, after 90 days he can show that he is making progress toward getting rid of all of the animals, he can apply for an extension, but they all have to go. This case has been on going with code enforcement for probably a year or more. The animals are not in bad enough condition for Panhandle Equine Rescue to do anything. They have kept up with the case.

By: gamecube

gamecube — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:04:42 +0000

AL – I’ve heard the same about grass clippings, but wasn’t sure why. Could you tell us why they can be toxic and cause colic?

By: Molino Resident

Molino Resident — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 19:28:23 +0000

You know if the State’s Attorney is handling this case…it must be bad. Obviously the images of these animals prove they were in severe distress. ANYONE seeing these animals in person or by photos cannot deny the neglect. It’s consider a “slow kill”…how terrible it THAT! James deserves to be punished for his actions. I support the conviction.

By: Angi B.

Angi B. — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 17:47:38 +0000

Poor animals, they look so pityful here… If you can’t afford to take care of your animals; then you don’t deserve to have them. They too need a good caring home, where they can get what they need, instead of suffering from starvation!!! Hope they are taken away and given to a good home.

By: AL

AL — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:19:42 +0000

and stop the neighbors from throwing grass clippings over…. it can be toxic and cause colic

By: Bjay

Bjay — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:55:21 +0000

Please do keep an eye out. I appreciate anyone who looks out for the well being of animals. Just dont wait to long. An inquery wont hurt anyone. Id rather catch it early than wait till the animals are suffering.