A young pony named Annie, rescued in emaciated condition, is making steady progress toward health at The Horse Trust. The charity reported that the light has returned to her eyes despite ongoing challenges. Public donations have exceeded £20,000 to support her care.
Annie, an 11.2hh coloured mare, was found dumped alone and utterly exhausted in a field in Basingstoke. World Horse Welfare rescued her and transferred her to The Horse Trust, where she required round-the-clock veterinary attention for severe underweight condition, lice infestation, and skin issues. Last month, Horse & Hound first covered her plight, when she was fighting for survival. The charity chief executive Jeanette Allen said, “In my many years at The Horse Trust I have never seen such an utterly exhausted pony arrive into our care.” She added, “Annie has taken full hold of our hearts and every day she is with us feels like a win. She’s still very frail but the light is back in her eyes. We will continue to do all we can to give her the best possible chance at a happy, healthy life.”