Horse Abuse and State Complacency Continue

I don't understand why we need Norma and Dr. Fraser. I can understand the wages for Dr. Fraser, she is a vet and could be making far more elsewhere but I just don't get it on Norma's end of things. Definately a place for the Governor to save some money, put a bit more in to the fund for saving animals and hopefully have a better end result.

I am sorry but i drive by this horse farm everyday and these horses always appear to be eating a drinking and seem to have more and better shelter than many horses i see in peoples back yards. How quick we are to judge without knowing the whole story. Bless this owner for having heart to care for these animals that have neglected by previous owners!

I think it is a shame that people are allowed to treat these precious animals this way. To kick a horse for no reason is horrible. I actually shuddered when I watched it on the news. People need to stand up for these animals because they cannot speak for themselves.

Under worked and over paid maybe?!?! Must be nice.... It's a small world, what goes around will come back around ladies!

OK Thank you, when I saw the news clip last night and saw that woman kick the horse out of the way I was outraged. First off I dont think she knew she was being filmed, second you NEVER kick a horse in their legs, there is no fat or muscle in that area to protect their bones, tendons, and ligaments, and third of all isn't that ABUSE that the news crew caught on film? Aren't they investigating abuse of those animals but can't seem to prove anything, yet the news is showing clips like that. Abuse is abuse and no animal deserves to be treated like that.

Please check out the Maine Public Broadcasting website and their report on this.

This is all so ridicoulus, i have been to Fair Play many times and every time i go i watch Alexis feed her horses. They always have food in their stalls or pastures. Alexis takes in abused horses and if it gets too cold out she will even put them in her indoor riding arena

WOW!!!Kicking a horse, and on TV!!!! You must be pulling my leg? GEE, I can't remember the last time I kicked a horse! How about, like NEVER!!!! Alexis, When was the last time somebody kicked you? Did you like it? How about this: A Fundraiser idea??? You hold a sign that says, "KICK ME"!!!!We will donate a bag of grain to do so.....Sound fair? How do you think the horses feel? Of , what a minute you don't give a shit! Were the horses in the night of the snow storm? Did they at least have blankets? Does anyone know about that poor downed colt, with the nasty blanket???? Did he ever get up? Or is he buried under the snow know? probably that poor dear soul did'nt make it!!!Horses can't lie down for that long. ON A FROZEN GROUND! UGH>>>>

in the channel 5 video i cannot see if she made contact with the horse, can you? it could have been a "move out of my way" gesture rather than actual contact, just like any other horse would do to move another out of their way. yes the horse moved away quickly, but it could be conditioned response to a cue. this is certainly not to say that they are capable of keeping so many horses humanely. just my observation about the video clip.

The facts are out there. These people aren't upset because of unfounded rumors, they are upset because of FACTS.I don't want to see her or anyone else hurting , but its unfair that the animals in her care are hurting , and they have no choice.Although the people voicing opinions seem dramatic, its actually passion for the welfare of these horses.They don't just wake up one day and decide to go out on a witch hunt.Theres facts, documented proof that theres a problem, even the State has made it public they have been trying to fix the problem, albiet they have taken an unappropriate route, but the mere fact the divuldged that they feel theres a situation there that needs government intervention is proof that this horrible situation at FPF exists.If she was a close friend of mine, I would best support her by convincing her its ok to admit she's gotten in over her head and to accept responsibilty for whats happened, allow the authorities and public in to help,and that people understand its easy to get in over your head when it comes to horses, but its unacceptable to put your pride ahead of thier welfare, and support her throughout the proccess of what comes with "making things right". I have more respect for someone who can surrender thier pride to ensure the safety of these horses, than one who hangs on to denial because of the fear of repercostions.Sometimes we all have been in situations we've allowed to spiral out of control, but when it starts circling the drain, a compassionate person will know when to ask for help and forgiveness, and accept the consequences as some guesture of responsibility for thier actions, just as the authorities in this situation need to own it too.Noone is infalible, but burying heads in the sand is unacceptable while these beautiful animals suffer.Its all about doing the right thing,and throwing away ones selfish pride.God Bless