That is absolutely horrible and why people "think" what they are doing in starving these animals is beyond me. I feel bad making my horses clean up from one round bale before putting another in but they are all starting to look as if they are late in foal AND geldings.
There are some follow up articles (try googling the owners name) that state she was arrested on 30 misdemenor charges this past Monday. She's out on bail, pending a hearing in April.
I can't believe people willing do this to animals! I have taken in almost 10 rescue horses over the years, most in the past 3 years, that were found in the same physical state, and still can't believe there are people out there that think it's ok to treat them this way!
Holy cow! A woman who rides at one of the barns I ride at came out last week ranting about this but really didnt have any information. I thought for sure it would be on the news but I never saw anything. Now I know why! Seriously, what is wrong with people?!