10 Horses Seized by Hamilton\Burlington SPCA - Charges Pending

July 31, 2003

Wednesday, July 30, 2003

Hamilton, Ontario: Acting upon information received from the Hamilton

Police Force, 10 horses were seized from a location on Book Road in

Ancaster this morning by Hamilton\Burlington SPCA Animal Protection

Officer Vivian LaFlamme and assisted by members of the Hamilton

Police Force.

According to Dr. M. Mogavero, DVM, who attended the scene, 3 of the

horses are in serious condition, but are expected to recover. The

horses will be assessed, monitored and receive appropriate treatment.

The 10 horses are presently being transported to an undisclosed

location in Ancaster where they will receive medical treatment.

Charges are pending in this case.

The complete cost of this morning's seizure, which includes the

transportation of the horses, veterinary expenses, and subsequent

food, care, and lodging of the horses, will be paid completely by the

Hamilton\Burlington SPCA.

Thanks to our generous community and their on-going support we are

able to alleviate the suffering and save the lives of these beautiful

horses.

This seizure will put a strain on the resources of the

Hamilton\Burlington SPCA. Members of the community wishing to donate

financially please donate on-line at www.hamiltonspca.com or call us

at (905) 574-7722.

The story and photos are available at www.petradionet.com

Rob McConnell of Communications

Hamilton\Burlington SPCA

245 Dartnall Road

Hamilton, Ontario L8W 3V9

rmcconnell

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