Dogs Cats Horses Rescued in Galena Missouri

 The Animal Cruelty Task Force of the Humane Society of Missouri says they'll be recommending animal abuse charges for a Galina, Missouri animal owner.  

On October 16, 2012, they worked in cooperation with the Stone County (MO) Sheriff's Office to rescue 10 horse, 15 dogs, 5 cats, a chicken and a duck from a property west of Galena, Missouri in Stone County.

Humane Society Animal Cruelty Investigators and Stone County Sheriff's Department detectives had been working for several months with the owner of the animals to encourage proper care for the animals.  With little to no improvement made, the sheriff's office determined that a warrant should be obtained to inspect the property with the possibility of removing animals at risk.

At least seven of the horses are severely underweight and have had little access to food, fresh water, adequate pasture or veterinary care.  One horse was more than 600 pounds underweight and so weak he could barely get on and off the trailer.

The cats appear thin and many of the dogs were tethered outside with little to no access to adequate food or clean water.  Two recently deceased horses and a recently deceased dog also were found on the property.  The live animals were removed at the recommendation of a veterinarian for the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

According to Kathy Warnick, President of the Humane Society of Missouri:

Life for Sid, a 4-year-old West Highland Terrier mix, has been anything but easy. Our Animal Cruelty Task Force found him living in filth -- the floors covered with trash, animal waste and grime. Fleas crawled all over him, and so much of his hair was missing that it was difficult to determine his breed. We watched as he paced around the room, scratching his poor body against walls, couches, recliners; whatever was available that might provide a little relief.

Sid was in terrible shape. Neglected. Underfed. Without proper veterinary care. And he wasn't alone.

Walking through the rest of the house, we discovered a Bassett Hound whose nails were so long they had grown into his paw. And it was Sid who alerted us to a third dog, and the biggest heartbreak of the rescue. There in the bathroom lay a Beagle. Sid stood beside his friend and desperately tried to nudge him awake. But it was too late. The Beagle had died from heinous abuse and neglect. It was a heart-wrenching sight, and one we won't soon forget.

Today the rescued dogs are receiving care at the Humane Society of Missouri. Sid is suffering from sarcoptic mange, fleas, a double ear infection and he has a heart murmur. Our expert veterinary and shelter staff are doing everything they can, but his recovery will require weeks upon months of care.

The rescued horses, duck and chicken were transported o the Humane Society of Missouri's Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, MO.  The rescued dogs and cats were taken to the Humane Society of Missouri Headquarters in St Louis, MO.

A disposition hearing to determine custody of the animals is scheduled for later this month in Galena, MO.  If custody is awarded to the Humane Society of Missouri, as many of the animals as possible will be made available for adoption.

Starving Horses, Dogs, Goats, Rabbits Rescued in Missouri

Photo: HSMO 

The Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Task Force was stunned by the condition of the animals they rescued recently.  

It seemed as though desperate, emaciated animals were everywhere on the property just north of Vienna, Missouri.  for some, it was already too late.  Multiple horses and other animals had already died from neglect.

Working in cooperation with the Maries County Sheriff's Office and the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA), they rescued 40 dogs, rabbits, horses and goats.  Many of the animals are severely underweight and have had little access to food, fresh water, adequate shelter or veterinary care.  The water available to the dogs was contaminated with urine and feces.  A recently deceased horse and multiple carcasses were found on the property.  The animals were removed at the recommendation of a veterinarian for the MDA.

Mango, a white mare, was so thin every rib and hip bone can be seen.  Her sunken body was covered in rain rot, a skin infection that had become severe from lack of veterinary care.  And she wasn't alone.  She had a foal who was also starving to death.  Too malnourished to produce milk, Mango was unable to care for her baby.  

Mango and foal, along with the other rescued horses and goats were transported to the Humane Society of Missouri's Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, MO.  There they are receiving emergency veterinary care.

The rescued rabbits and dogs, which include adult and newborn Beagles, Terriers, and Great Pyrenees have been taken to the HSMO headquarters in St Louis City.  They are being treated for parasites, eye infections, and malnutrition.  

If custody is awarded to the HSMO, as many of these animals as possible will be made available for adoption. A disposition hearing is scheduled for October 2 in Vienna, MO.  The HSMO will be recommending animal abuse charges in this case.

Adopt a Horse

Always wanted a horse or pony of your own?  Believe in rescue?  Take a look at Jester.  He's a gelded brown Pony and Tennessee Walking Horse cross that is looking for a forever home.

Jester was born at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch on April 1, 2010.  His mother was rescued from a terrible situation and not long in her pregnancy at that time.  Luckily the good folks at Longmeadow had time to get her healthy before she gave birth.  She has already been adopted and now her colt, Jester, is available for adoption.

Jester is currently 13.2 hands high and may only grow to be a large pony size.  At only two years old, he's young and very playful.  Jester loves people and always is on the lookout for a pat from people passing by.

If you have room in your heart and in your pasture for a horse or pony, please consider Jester.  Fetch more information by calling 636-583-8759.  Jester's animal ID number is A484399.

Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is a division of the Humane Society of Missouri and provides a haven for hundreds of abused and neglect horses, cows, goats, pigs, ducks and other farm animals.  Located in Union, MO, Longmeadow Rescue Ranch hosts Adoption Days on Fridays from 12 pm to 3 pm and Saturdays from 11 am to 3 pm.

Adopt Dynamite a Quarter Horse Available at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch

Dynamite is a sorrel Quarter Horse about 9 years old. She's been at the Longmeadow Rescue Ranch shelter since October 2007 and is looking for a forever home.

According to shelter staff, Dynamite is an exceptional horse. She requires an experienced rider, but in the right hands, she has the potential to be a great performance horse. She knows leg and seat cues and is very responsive.

As you can see from the video, Dynamite carries herself well and loves to chase that big red ball. She's make a terrific cow pony.

Dynamite's name fits her. She has bucked with some riders and she has a lot of get-up-and-go. She's not a tall horse but is wide, strong and very athletic.

If you're interested in adopting Dynamite, contact the Humane Society of Missouri's Longmeadow Rescue Ranch at 636-583-8759. Dynamite's animal id number is A421897

Update on the Horses Rescued in Andrew County, Missouri

An update from the Humane Society of Missouri about their rescue of 33 equine from an Andrew County, Missouri farm.

“We are hand feeding our youngest arrival, mini-horse Trinket,” says Amanda Mullen, director, Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch. “She gets a special ‘mash’ and drinks plenty of water. Our employees really enjoy feeding her and watching her get better every day.”

Even Saturn, a 2 1/2 year old colt who needed emergency treatment before coming to Longmeadow, is now at the ranch under the watchful eye of Mullen and her staff.

Over the past few days, each new arrival has been examined by an equine veterinarian who set individual courses of treatment. The horses and donkeys will receive small amounts of high-quality hay several times a day, continuous access to fresh water and begin the painstaking process of hoof trimming.  “It takes a long time to repair the damage caused by the neglect these animals suffered,” said Mullen. “Their hooves can only be trimmed a little at a time to give their ankles time to adjust. And, we must take care not to feed them too much as their systems become used to regular, nutritious feed.”

Horses and Goats Rescued in Andrew County Missouri

The Humane Society of Missouri's Animal Cruelty Taskforce has been busy the past few days.  On November 11 they received a request for assistance near Guilford, MO. 

Working in cooperation with the Andrew County Sheriff’s Department, they began the rescue of 32 horses, 4 mini-horses and 2 goats. The horses were severely underweight and had no access to food or fresh water. Six recently deceased horses also were found on the property  and another horse present was so desperately ill, an independent veterinarian recommended it be humanely euthanized on the spot.    Starving mares could no longer provide milk to their malnourished foals. Two of the horses were so unstable, they had to be taken to a nearby equine hospital for emergency treatment. One did not survive.

According to Andrew County Sheriff Bryan Atkins, an independent veterinarian who visited the property Sunday determined the horses were malnourished and would not survive the winter; he recommended removal of the animals as soon as possible. The Sheriff then contacted the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force to assist with the investigation and possible rescue of the horses and goats. Subsequently, the Andrew County Sheriff’s Department served a warrant to enter the property and, upon veterinary recommendation, removed the animals.

The rescued animals have been taken to the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, Mo. The animals will remain in the custody of the Humane Society of Missouri until the disposition hearing scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Nov. 29, 2010 in Savannah, Mo. If custody of the animals is awarded to the Humane Society of Missouri, as many of the animals as possible will be made available for adoption. Due to their poor condition, it may be several months following the disposition hearing before many of the animals would be available for adoption.

Charity Polo Match to Benefit Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Missouri

Charity Polo Match to benefit Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
August 21, 2010



Activities begin at 3 pm

Match begins at 4 pm


McGehee Polo Field at Spirit Valley Farms

17899 Wild Horse Creek Road

Chesterfield, MO 63005-3621



Enjoy a day of fun for the whole family!  Barn Buddy TV Stars from Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, including Mama Llama, Tiny the pygmy goat and Twister the miracle colt.


Tasty summer treats at the Food Court:  funnel cakes, snow cones, gelato and more.


Family fun at the Children’s Activity Center:  inflatables, interactive games and more.


The Polo Match:  a showcase of equestrian excellence!


Family friendly ticket pricing: bring your own picnic at the carload price or enjoy the match and dinner in a VIP tent.


Polo Match proceeds benefit Longmeadow Rescue Ranch and the Humane Society of MO

HSMO Animal Cruelty Task Force rescues 131 domestic rabbits and 26 other animals in Franklin County

On February 25, 2010, working in cooperation with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Task Force today is rescuing 157 animals from a property in Franklin County near St. Clair, Missouri. The animals include: 131 domestic rabbits, 3 dogs, 4 cats, 1 guinea pig, 3 baby goats, 5 doves, 7 chickens, 2 pigeons and 1 duck.

All of the animals were living in filthy conditions. The rabbits were housed in raised wire-bottom cages with feces piled up high enough to come through the bottom of the cages. Many of their cages had no shelter from the weather. The dogs and fowl were living outside, also with no shelter and the only sources of water were frozen. The cats, goats and guinea pig, which were inside a home on the property, also were living in extremely filthy conditions. The goats appear to be suffering from an upper respiratory illness.

Aware of a possibly neglectful situation, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force contacted the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department which conducted an investigation resulting in the Sheriff’s Department serving a warrant to remove the animals.

The rescued rabbits, dogs, cats and guinea pig were taken to the Humane Society of Missouri’s Headquarters shelter in St. Louis City for triage and care. The goats, dove, chickens, pigeons, and duck were be taken to the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, Mo.

As of March 10, the rabbits are stable after receiving fluids for dehydration. They have been treated for ear mites and other bacterial ear infections. Approximately 25% of them are being treated with systemic antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection. They continue to receive excellent care from Humane Society of Missouri staff and the House Rabbit Society of Missouri.

HSMO Animal Cruelty Task Force rescues 11 horses and 2 mules near death in Gasconade County

On January 26, 2010, working in cooperation with the Gasconade County Sheriff’s Department, the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Task Force rescued 11 horses and two mules from a property near Rosebud, Missouri. The horses appeared to be severely underweight and had no access to fresh water. Twleve deceased equine also were found on the property.

On February 10, the Humane Society of Missouri received custody of these emaciated horses and neglected mules. . Many had teeth and hoof problems, external parasites and severe rain rot (a skin problem). The cost of their care has already exceeed $10,000. Twelve deceased horses also were found on the property with one carcass in the only available water source.

As of this week, the horses have been treated for internal and external parasite infestations. Their skin conditions are improving but this will be a slow process as they start to grow new healthy hair coats. As they have gained weight and start to feel better, their personalities have started to show, their heads are held higher and their appetites have grown stronger. The stallions will need to gain additional weight before gelding (neuter) them and making them available for adoption. Many of the horses had sharp points and other dental issues which have all been corrected and treated. One of the geldings, Ruger, had a broken tooth that caused a painful and infected pocket in his lower jaw. He has had surgery to have the tooth removed and is recovering.

Some of the equine (horses and mules) that had less weight to gain will soon be available for adoption.
For more information on adopting the animals as they become available visit www.longmeadowrescueranch.org.

St Louis National Charity Horse Show

All horse lovers are invited to attend the 2009 St. Louis National Charity Horse Show.

Dates/Times:
For a complete schedule of events, visit the St. Louis National Charity Horseshow's website.
Hunter/ Jumper Competition-September 9-13 - Hunter/Jumper Grand Prix Parade of Barn Buddies 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13
American Saddlebred Competition-September 23-26- Saddlebred Parade of Barn Buddies 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26

Cost: Except for the Grand Prix, admission is free and open to the public.

Location: The National Equestrian Center is located off of Highway 64/40 at the intersection of Lake St. Louis Boulevard and Highway N in the O’Fallon/Lake Saint Louis area.

This event benefits the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch and featuring Longmeadow’s Barn Buddy Animal Ambassadors.

View equestrian ridership at its best and meet Barn Buddies: Paris, Quackers, Cameo (new), Pepe, Crackers, Twister, Sage, Poppy and Mama Llama!

The St. Louis National Charity Horse Show has supported Longmeadow Rescue Ranch for the past five years!

For Love of a Dog supports the Humane Society of Missouri.

Charity Polo Match for Humane Society of MO

Humane Society of Missouri Charity Polo Match August 22, 2009

Activities begin at 3 pm. Polo match at 4 pm

The day’s festivities include a world class polo match, music and food, and children’s activities making it a perfect family event for a Saturday afternoon.
Meet Thumbelina, the world's smallest horse and Barn Buddy TV stars from the Missouri Humane Society's Longmeadow Rescue Ranch like Mama Llama, Petey the potbellied pig, Twister the miracle colt and more

For more information visit the Humane Society of Missouri's web site.