- North Carolina, USA -
Following several complaints about the condition of the horses at Southern Star Barn located at 3604 U.S. Highway 158 in Mocksville, a welfare check was conducted and on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, Davie County Animal Services served a search warrant for the stables.
In a Facebook post Davie County Animal Services said that they found several horses who appeared to be “malnourished and improperly cared for.”
According to WXII, Davie County Deputy Sheriff James DeWitt said they’ve been investigating complaints about the condition of horses at the barn for a long time. He said: “We could see ribs, we could see hip bones, we could see bad top lines on the horses.”
Davie County Animal Services explained that a veterinarian examined all of the horses and recommended that eleven (11) of them be taken from the farm to receive additional care. The horses are “receiving medical attention at undisclosed locations”, said the agency.
Deputy Sheriff DeWitt further explained: “Going forward, the horses will be in our possession until they are medically cleared by our veterinarian.”
In connection with this case, 41-years-old AMANDA MOSS LOWE and 35-years-old BRANDON LEE HEDRICK (both pictured) were arrested and charged with animal abuse.
LOWE is facing twelve (12) felony counts and one (1) misdemeanor count of animal cruelty while HEDRICK is facing eleven (11) felony counts and one (1) misdemeanor count of animal cruelty.
Animal Services said some of the horses were LOWE and HEDRICK’s and others had been boarded at the barn.
LOWE and HEDRICK will be back in court on August 31, 2023.
In thanking all of the local horse community volunteers who assisted with this large operation, Davie County Animal Services said that the rescued horses will need significant care to regain their health. If you wish and can afford to donate, there are various ways.
You can donate in person at the Davie County Animal Shelter on 291 Eaton Road in Mocksville, NC 27028.
You can donate by credit or debit card by going to the Davie County Animal Shelter Petfinder.com page and choosing any animal, then clicking on the “Sponsor” icon.
Additionally, Strouse House Feed store in Advance has also agreed to accept monetary donations. Thank you!
The investigation is ongoing.
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These two selfish monsters must be held responsible. Horses are not that hard to care for, expensive but manageable. Hay, water, pasture for grazing. Jeez, it ain’t rocket science, not that these two would even be able to spell science or for that matter, compassion & responsibility.