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Law Enforcement Resources for Abuse & Neglect
We understand that a good majority of Law Enforcement Officers and some Animal Control Officers are not familiar with horses. This page will provide you with valuable information regarding equine welfare. You CAN help the horses!
If you are a Law Enforcement Officer and/or Animal Control Officer and would like our assistance with an abuse and/or neglect case please feel free to call our investigator's main office at (812) 729-7697 and/or send us an e-mail to inquiries@indianahorserescue.com
Click here for Equine (Horse, Pony, Donkey, Mule, and other Hybrids) Care Guidelines
Documents of Interest
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Investigating Equine Cruelty - Informative Article from AnimalSheltering.org
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Pet-Abuse.com - Great website to research previous abuse and neglect cases in Indiana as well as look up repeat offenders that may have neglected animals in another state.
Quick Facts About Requirements for Horses in Indiana*
>In Indiana you must provide food and water for your horses, failing to do so is a violation of Indiana Code.
>Abandoning a horse is violation of Indiana Code.
>Shelter is required because it is considered an important part of animal care.
>Hoof care is also require because it is an important part of animal care.
*If you are a law enforcement officer and would like to discuss the laws and case law regarding each of these topics with our director/lead investigator, please call 812-729-7697 or e-mail inquiries@indianahorserescue.com
At this time, Indiana Horse Rescue is not investigating complaints. Due to lack of time and funds we leave this job to law enforcement, as they are required by law to investigate.
Indiana Horse Rescue will assist and/or advise law enforcement should they request us, and will take in any horse (s) that law enforcement seizes to give them care, feed, etc for the 10 days that is required for the owner to post bond.