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Target: Thomas J. Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, United States Department of Agriculture
Goal: Penalize abuse cases like that of Faith the foal, who reportedly suffered a broken back, trauma, and pneumonia.
A case of suspected animal mistreatment, widely disseminated through social media, has gravely concerned citizens and advocates. Located in Cumberland County, Witts End Quarter Horses became the scene of shocking revelations. A foal named Faith emerged as one of the most impacted animals, allegedly suffering substantial physical injury and pneumonia. Accused individuals from the property, Austin Wayne Simpson and Kylie Lenore Parker, face charges that include animal cruelty and felony conspiracy.
Faith, with apparent injuries to vital muscles and fractured vertebrae, exemplifies the urgent need for legislative intervention. Her recovery process, aided by specialists at Foundation Equine Clinic in Vass, starkly contrasts to her mother Judy’s fate, who reportedly died from acute colic. That Faith requires an “emotional support horse” post-trauma further emphasizes the dire nature of her ordeal.
Cumberland County Animal Services has reported more than 500 public calls and emails, propelling this incident into the national spotlight. The saga, which includes disturbing footage of apparent equine abuse, poses pressing questions about regulatory oversight and existing loopholes. Consequently, it mandates a proactive stance from policy shapers to enforce stringent regulations for the safeguarding of animals.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Secretary Vilsack,
A case that has recently gripped public attention requires immediate, decisive action. At Witts End Quarter Horses in Cumberland County, a foal named Faith reportedly suffered significant injuries. Both Austin Wayne Simpson and Kylie Lenore Parker face criminal charges.
You, as Secretary of Agriculture, hold a position of considerable authority. As such, we earnestly beseech you to enact more stringent animal welfare regulations that help to prevent episodes akin to this one. Proactively allocate resources for effective oversight, introducing rigid protocols to deter, detect, and punish such violations.
The people insist on immediate changes in animal welfare regulations. Let it stand as a stern warning: society will not turn a blind eye to such atrocious acts; justice must and will be meted out.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo Credit: Stuart Webster
