We received a report from a member of the public about a Dartmoor Hill Pony with very overgrown hooves on an enclosed area of moorland just outside of Tavistock. Our Welfare Officer visited the moor and found this pony which clearly was in need of having its hooves trimmed. SWEP rang the owner of the pony who has said that he will "see to it". We will return to this area to check that the pony is not left with its feet in this condition.
Owners have a legal responsibility to regularly check the body and hoof condition of their ponies - this should be done on a daily basis.
Update 19/07/11 - We are pleased to report that this mare has had her feet trimmed and is back out on the moorland...please see the photos below
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