An appeal has been launched after a pony was found abandoned in a desperate state in a littered wasteland in Cardiff.
The piebald youngster, who was very thin and had lice, was tethered on Rover Way.
RSPCA Inspector Christine McNeil removed the pony last Monday (23 February) and took him into the charity’s care.
Now, charity officers are keen to find out more about him.
“This young pony was in a very poor condition, was very thin and had lice,” said RSPCA Inspector Christine McNeil, who heads up the RSPCA’s team of specialist equine officers.
“He has now been taken into our care for veterinary treatment after he was taken into possession by Shared Regulatory Services (SRS).
“Tethering in itself isn’t illegal, however, owners have a duty of care to meet the welfare needs of their animals. This pony had no food or water and was surrounded by rubbish and hazards.
“We don’t know who he belongs to so we’re issuing an appeal to help with enquiries. We’d also like to thank those members of the public who have called this in and we hope this pony will be able to make a full recovery.”
Anyone with any first hand information is urged to contact the RSPCA Inspectorate Appeal Line on 0300 123 8018 quoting 1738409.
