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Abandoned Horse Euthanized Amid Growing Animal Neglect Crisis

3/14/2026

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A horse found in distress and seizures in a muddy field in Dungannon, County Tyrone, was euthanized after hours of care by volunteers and a veterinarian.
Jacqui Short Boyce, who discovered the horse, called for help.
The owner could not be located.
Martina Kenny, co-founder of My Lovely Horse Animal Rescue, expressed concern over increasing abandonment.
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) referred the case to the council for enforcement.

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Story summary

A horse found in distress and seizures in a muddy field in Dungannon, County Tyrone, was euthanized after hours of care by volunteers and a veterinarian.
Jacqui Short Boyce, who discovered the horse, called for help.
The owner could not be located.
Martina Kenny, co-founder of My Lovely Horse Animal Rescue, expressed concern over increasing abandonment.
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) referred the case to the council for enforcement.