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Dozens of horses found neglected in Linn County

The Columbian
Published: January 23, 2010, 12:00am

MILL CITY, Ore. (AP) — Authorities say more than 115 horses were found malnourished and diseased on a Linn County ranch and a horse breeder now faces 31 counts of animal neglect.

The Oregonian reports investigators seized 31 horses after Friday’s search of a ranch in Mill City, about 30 miles outside of Salem. Authorities say some of the horses are severely diseased and probably will be euthanized.

Linn County Sheriff Tim Mueller says it smelled like manure and urine.

Tania Herring, a well-known horse breeder, was cited with the 31 counts of second-degree animal neglect. She did not return calls from the Oregonian seeking comment.

After several complaints, a five-week investigation was launched. Sheriff deputies had warned Herring to take better care of the horses.

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Information from: The Oregonian, http://www.oregonlive.com

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