75 - 125 Kansas Minis "OMG Please help by WRITING!!"

[rabbitsfizz]

Fox 4 aired another segment on the horses this morning. Vern Trembly said that out of the many calls he has received, only 2 were out of concern for him and the horses...the others were all "harassers"

If he thinks he is being harassed now he wants to wait a couple of days ..........

As far as I am concerned we haven't even STARTED!!!!!

Just read the above post- can you take private action??

I know laws are different but I could, here, take a private action against someone, I would not have to go through the Police- is this possible??

You would not be without funds.......

 

[lvponies]

Just got the following email. It is the very first response I've gotten to all the emails I sent out.

Dear Kim,

Thank you for contacting the Humane Society of the United States about the alleged neglect of 75-100 mini horses in Kansas. We appreciate you alerting us to this situation. We have gotten quite a few emails about these horses and our Kansas state coordinator is in contact with local officials to help improve the conditions for these horses. Please feel free to contact me directly should you have any other horse related questions or concerns.

[SIZE=10pt]Thank you for speaking up on behalf of these horses and being an advocate for animals. [/SIZE]

Sincerely, [SIZE=12pt][/SIZE]

[SIZE=10pt]Stacy Segal [/SIZE][SIZE=10pt]Equine Protection Specialist [/SIZE][SIZE=10pt]The Humane Society of the United States [/SIZE][SIZE=10pt] [/SIZE]

 

[MaryKansas]

I'll be watching the Fox 4 news at noon (15 minutes until its on) and will let you know if anything further is said.

 

[AppyLover2]

My letter to the Kansas Veterinary Licensing Board: I included several pictures that aren't showing up on here.

Dear Dr. Hanson,

By now I'm sure you are aware of the allegations of animal abuse in Unionville. This letter will address one of my many concerns about that issue.

Last evening a reporter from Fox 4 News did a segment on the apparently starving horses in Unionville which included an interview with Dr. Yolanda Grey. In case you haven't seen it, this is the link to that broadcast: http://www.myfoxkc.com/myfox/pages/Home/De....1.1&sflg=1

It is my understanding that Dr. Grey's involvement was the result of a request by Bourbon County Sheriff Coleman to inspect the horses. This first inspection of the herd would have been on or about September 18. At the time of the inspection Dr. Grey allegedly reported that the horses were not in imminent danger, consequently no action for their seizure was taken.

During the Fox4 interview yesterday Dr. Grey did make the statement "I can say that I think there are some concerns here".

I respectfully request that you view these pictures which were taken on Oct 5 and offer your opinion as to whether or not seizure action is appropriate. Better yet, visit the farm in Unionville, inspect the horses yourself, write your report and help us settle this issue.

This horse was reportedly down and able to rise, but unable to walk.

This horse was unable get up.

This horse had either lost his eye or had badly injured it.

How, in the name of God, could any veterinarian say these horses are not in imminent danger?

What condition on the Hennike Scale do they have to be in before rescue is authorized?

Concerned people worldwide are watching, waiting and praying that someone will take action to insure that these horses are given a better life. Our rescue group and citizens in and around Kansas are ready, willing and able to see to it that they are cared for, fed, watered and receive necessary care. Please help us!!!

Sincerely,

Donna Bova

573-295-4033

 

[woodnldy]

Someone said something about Mr. T moving part of the horses. Is there any more word on that?? The Video on You Tube is totally breathtaking and heartbreaking as well. Bless all of you . This is indeed a wonderful group of people. Cheryl

 

[MaryKansas]

lvponies....The letter is a start! But, if the Sheriff convinces them over the phone that everything is ok, how wll they actually know for themselves? Will they go out there in person and inspect the horses?

If I was a citizen of Bourban County, I'd be going door to door asking people to sign a petition for a recall vote of the Sheriff!! How this man can remain in office after abading the neglect of the horses and goats is beyond me!!

 

[Bootsie]

Topeka City Council Meeting is tonight at 6 p.m. I'm not close but maybe someone could get there. I'm in NC.

Topeka is several hours away and I don't think their city council members will have much effect. Who knows though, maybe they can put peer pressure on the commissioners of Bourbon County.

 

[Dorrie & Frank]

Let me talk with Ginny - I know she has something going. I think you are right and we need to take a shot at the court privately.

 

[Danielle_E.]

I find it interesting that in other states Sheriffs or other authorities take animal cruelty ("skinny horses") seriously, animals ARE removed and individual(s) prosecuted. So WHY is this not happening now Sheriff Coleman...do your job!!!!

http://www.pet-abuse.com/cases/4823/MA/US/

 

[Buckskin gal]

Is there any person at all who could spend some time watching the Trembly place to see if anything is being done for those horses? Someone with a camper or RV with cameras etc. Does anyone know wher the minis are being moved to, if they are being move? Sounds like someone is aiding the disappearance of the minis so we will all shut up...no way!! I truly wish I could go there as a spy but just not able to....I bet we could help raise the funds for someone to go or take it out of the donations made. They must be kept track of. Mary

 

[Lisa-Ruff N Tuff Minis]

Dorrie and Frank

I realize that property cant really sue there owner and horses are viewed as property under the law but.. could a very quickly put togther subpena (sp) at least make the horses have to stay where they are or at least make the court have to know where they are until the case came to court even if it ended up thrown out?

 

[lvponies]

MaryKansas,

I replied back to the letter I rcvd from the Humane Society of the United States letting them know that local officials are denying that there is any problem at all and asking if their state coordinator would be going to the farm to see the horses for themselves. I'll let you know if they answer me back.

Kim

 

[Reble]

Boy with all the publicity cannot see these horses being neglected anymore ... :aktion033:

 

[AppyLover2]

Thanks to all of you who have pointed out that it is Uniontown and not Unionville.

At least I know someone has read my letters.

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[Cathy_H]

If I was a citizen of Bourban County, I'd be going door to door asking people to sign a petition for a recall vote of the Sheriff!!

................. Computer knowledgeable people - Is there a way to find out emails of residents in Uniontown so that we can send emails to those residents alerting them to this story? If so someone might volunteer to be the eyes & ears & do the legwork for CMHR. They might even be able to fill in the blanks on the sheriff etc.

 

[Reijel's Mom]

MaryKansas,

I replied back to the letter I rcvd from the Humane Society of the United States letting them know that local officials are denying that there is any problem at all and asking if their state coordinator would be going to the farm to see the horses for themselves. I'll let you know if they answer me back.

Kim

Mary with HSUS IS on this! She is the State Director, Southwest Region, Kansas office - she was supposed to be visiting the DA this AM along with Lonnie and the reporter, according to a previous post. And yes, she is in contact already with CMHR. Now I'm just dying to hear if that meeting this AM took place. . .

 

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[Jacquee']

If I was a citizen of Bourban County, I'd be going door to door asking people to sign a petition for a recall vote of the Sheriff!!

................. Computer knowledgeable people - Is there a way to find out emails of residents in Uniontown so that we can send emails to those residents alerting them to this story? If so someone might volunteer to be the eyes & ears & do the legwork for CMHR. They might even be able to fill in the blanks on the sheriff etc.

I don't know how to get the emails. But is it possible it would be more effective to put fliers up at the local grocerty stores, gas stations, laundromats and so on - *with permission of course* - instead of emailing? The emails may be seen as spam. Putting a picture of a desperately skinny horse with some information seems to me more likely to get a response from the citizens. Some of the people in KS may be close enough to drive to Uniontown after work or something and talk to various businesses to get permission to put up fliers, and then put them up. I guess they could even go out and take fresh pictures.

This sherriff may end up getting a persecution complex..... but all everybody really wants is for him to do his job, and to truthfully inform the public of what is going on. I hope he realizes that even if the past discrepancies were "mistakes" that it makes him look like a liar. I think if he wants to show good faith he should explain why all the stories do not line up, and then tell the truth.

 

[Katiean]

I just talked to the Sheriff and he told me the worst of the worst horses were going to be surrendered. Ginny, Please find out if this is true. He also said that the Sheriffs Dept. has the appointment with KSU Vet School. Please find out if that is true.

 

[DrivinTime]

Edited: This is in response to the "email the residents of Uniontown" post..

Hmmm... Tempting, but I think that might be considered spam. Plus it might add to the impression that we are a bunch of computer fanatics. I will look around and see if there are public forums or other places (like miniature horse clubs) in the area that we could contact...

Meanwhile, I would like to say I am overwhelmingly impressed with this group of folks, who are taking a bunch of time out of their busy days to help these horses. Keep up the good work, and let's not get discouraged!

PS I am a newbie to this forum, but have been lurking and learning from you all for months. Thanks for that! And hopefully I can add some "words of wisdom" that will help others at some point.