I CANNOT imagine even one rational reason which would justify killing a healthy, beautiful animal such as a horse, especially one which did not belong to you.

Further to that, illegally dumping its body in a front garden where children reside is further abuse because it could cause long lasting psychological damage. I find this case absolutely abhorrent, to say the least, and it thoroughly disgusts me.

From reading the Gazette & Herald’s news report online this seems to be a case of extreme loss of self control. A call to either the RSPCA or the local police requesting assistance would have been possible.

I hope that all local horse lovers will make note of this and act accordingly.

Jim Rivis, Montpelier Vermont, US