SPCA Monterey County rescues three neglected horses, offers $1,000 reward

The SPCA is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons who abandoned three geldings in a pasture on the 800 stretch of River Road in Salinas. The horses, all believed to be in their mid 20’s, were seized December 2nd by SPCA Humane Officers after their owner was unable to be located. The horses were brought back to the SPCA shelter for emergency vet care. If caught, the owners could be charged with the following offenses: California Penal Code Sections 597.1 (Permitting Animals to go Without Veterinary Care), Penal Code 597 (Animal Cruelty), Penal Code 597(b) (Deprivation of Food, Water, and Shelter), Penal Code 597s (Abandonment), and trespassing. If you have any information about this case or if you can identify the geldings in these photos, please contact The SPCA at 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 x213. All calls are completely confidential. Photos and more details.