How else could you honor horses more
than getting horses out of an abusive or neglected situation, rehabilitating
neglected and injured horses, giving them another chance in life or
simply providing a loving sanctuary for their last days on Earth? A
rescue operation from its finest is there to take them in and care
for them and give them the honor that these horses deserve.
What it has become It started with privately taking in some abused horses over 7 years ago.
Recently merged, LSER/Habitat for Horses has grown into the largest non-profit horse rescue
in Texas. Main occupation is working with law enforcement on seizures and
educating about horse abuse and slaughter. With the merger of Lone Star Equine Rescue (mainly operating out
of central Texas including Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana) and the
ranch Habitat for Horses (operating mostly in south-east Texas) this
rescue organization is making horses' dreams come true.
Today, the organization calls hundreds of dedicated members, volunteers,
foster homes and horses their own. It has certified animal cruelty
investigators levels 1 through 3 on duty. Several investigations and
cases are being worked on at an ongoing basis. Monthly investigator classes
are also given.
Rescuing
Horses are being assigned to the organization by seizures through
court or are donated by owners.
The hardest part about being a rescue organization is that the
volunteers are constantly surrounded by hardships and sadness.
However, the positive
results these people achieve is worth all the effort and the love
for horses keeps them going as they know that more horses always need them.
Educating
The organization's president Jerry Finch gives classes on animal
cruelty investigation to law enforcement and volunteers. He teaches
to enhance understanding of the laws
and gives dedicated tough-minded people tools to enable them recognizing neglect, investigating abuse,
educating owners, assisting seizures and presenting cases in courts.
Please visit the websites of the
organization (currently not merged yet) and get more details about the
organization and concerning volunteering, adopting, fostering or donations:
Quote: "What is the difference
between a horse and a steer and a hog?
The horse is an icon along with the bald eagle. What is the difference
between a bald eagle and a pigeon or a turkey? And if you do not know
the difference, we cannot explain it to you."
-- Rep. Jim Moran, Virginia, 6/8/05
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