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Post by Gitalong Old Nelly on May 9, 2008 9:26:02 GMT -8
That's pretty funny, Old Nelly! KING COUNTY, Wash. -- An Auburn woman pleaded not guilty to four counts of animal cruelty months after county animal control officers and city code investigators removed nearly 50 horses from her property. Court papers allege half a dozen horses at Pacific Equestrian Center were infested with lice and suffered from rain rot. But in court, owner Dean Solomon denied any wrongdoing. "She's in a horse rescue operation and these horses came to them in very poor condition and they were doing what they could to treat them and make them better," said Solomon's attorney Mark Prothero. Auburn Code Compliance Officer Don Stephens says piles of horse manure lined Solomon's barn when he visited her property in January. At least four dozen horses crowded the 11-acre lot, which contained four times the number of animals allowed by city code. "I couldn't put it to you in tons or poundage but let's just say there was an awful lot of waste," Stephens said. Stephens says Solomon insisted she had an agreement with the county to take on more than the code allowed. She removed horses from her property after he and animal control officers pressured her. Court documents allege Solomon starved and neglected animals in need of medical treatment. One horse had hooves that were extremely overgrown and was foot sore in all four feet. A veterinarian euthanized two horses that were "unnecessarily suffering and in considerable pain," documents state. Veterinarian Charles Emig says the horses were sick before Solomon rescued them. Emig helped her treat the animals and says Solomon took on more than she could handle. "Some of them are going to fall by the side like war," he said. "But she has done more good than she does harm and she has absolutely not starved them." Emig insists Solomon nursed at least 30 horses back to health last year and adopted them out. Only one remains at Solomon's property in Auburn, but Emig says she purchased 10 new horses at an auction a few weeks ago and cared for them on a property he refused to identify. Nearly two dozen horses are now at Serenity Equine Rescue in Maple Valley. Prosecuting attorney Julie Klein requested that a King County judge order the newly acquired horses be removed from Solomon's property as well. His decision is expected later this week.
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Post by knowitall on May 9, 2008 10:06:54 GMT -8
Perhaps, Old Nelly, the three vets have only seen the horses currently in Mrs. Solomon's possession. She is infamous for speed fix-ups and hay buying when she expects visitors. Hence the varying reports of place looks okay/place looks like hell.
I have no doubt that she is feeding the remaining horses now that all eyes are upon her-it would be mighty foolish not to...But, do those horses have any shelter? Take a close look. There are nearby shelters but not anything the horses have access to. It is a basic need but apparently not in your eyes.
Had the three vets who supposedly gave Mrs. Solomon a glowing report last week been asked to examine the ten horses released from her property in February, the horses that the charges are based upon, I doubt they would have much good to say.
There is no denying that those horses were in horrible condition and needed to be removed. No reputable rescue allows part of the herd to remain thin, lousy, in knee deep mud, covered in rain rot, scratches on their ankles and way overdue for hoof trims (we're talking cracked, split and broken down).
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Post by Onethingforsure on May 9, 2008 10:08:43 GMT -8
Maybe not lawyers, but at least college educated, and most certainly capable of seeing through these distraction techniques, Dean. What's YOUR excuse, "Old Nellie" This is great reading - called "The Role of Excuses in Hoarding": [ftp]http://www.tufts.edu/vet/cfa/hoarding/pubs/excuses.pdf[/ftp] All you enablers who are defending Dean the hoarder ought to read it. Remember - every time you help her get a horse, or hide a horse for her, it is as if you are buying a much-loved but destroyed alcoholic a 5th of vodka. Don't do it. STOP enabling her. She needs TREATMENT not encouragement.
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Post by Makeupanotherstory on May 9, 2008 12:25:11 GMT -8
Maybe not lawyers, but at least college educated, and most certainly capable of seeing through these distraction techniques, Dean. What's YOUR excuse, "Old Nellie" This is great reading - called "The Role of Excuses in Hoarding": [ftp]http://www.tufts.edu/vet/cfa/hoarding/pubs/excuses.pdf[/ftp] Well said. All you enablers who are defending Dean the hoarder ought to read it. Remember - every time you help her get a horse, or hide a horse for her, it is as if you are buying a much-loved but destroyed alcoholic a 5th of vodka. Don't do it. STOP enabling her. She needs TREATMENT not encouragement.
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Post by makeupanotherstory on May 9, 2008 12:26:44 GMT -8
Maybe not lawyers, but at least college educated, and most certainly capable of seeing through these distraction techniques, Dean. What's YOUR excuse, "Old Nellie" This is great reading - called "The Role of Excuses in Hoarding": [ftp]http://www.tufts.edu/vet/cfa/hoarding/pubs/excuses.pdf[/ftp] All you enablers who are defending Dean the hoarder ought to read it. Remember - every time you help her get a horse, or hide a horse for her, it is as if you are buying a much-loved but destroyed alcoholic a 5th of vodka. Don't do it. STOP enabling her. She needs TREATMENT not encouragement. Well said.
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Post by desperatefordistraction on May 9, 2008 14:12:12 GMT -8
All you enablers who are defending Dean the hoarder ought to read it. Remember - every time you help her get a horse, or hide a horse for her, it is as if you are buying a much-loved but destroyed alcoholic a 5th of vodka. Very well said. And for those of you who want to know what the rest of us were doing while Dean was struggling...we were busy going to work to pay for feed, hoof care, and veterinary care for the reasonable amount of rescue horses that we have. Why do so many unemployed women think they can rescue? Rescue is an expensive hobby - it's not for you if you don't have a job or make minimum wage. Don't even try to tell me boarding horses is your job. Any of us who have owned or worked at boarding barns know that there is little to no profit in boarding. Training, yes, but Dean is hardly a trainer. I have yet to see Ms. "Thoroughbred Transitional Facility" ride an actual Thoroughbred. Just big placid drafts that will tolerate poor horsemanship.
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Post by onethingforsure on May 9, 2008 15:40:12 GMT -8
Well-said and d**n straight! (Barring winning the lottery of course ) I'd also add it's not for you if you aren't willing or able to do the physical work yourself. It takes time and EFFORT to pick out feet, check legs, exercise each horse daily, groom, feed, pick out stalls and paddocks, keep up fencing...
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Post by saw it myself on May 15, 2008 6:19:04 GMT -8
I have a question. Dean said on discussion boards that she didn't take donations, since she was a private rescue. She used that as justification for not having to be transparent to those who questioned her since she paid for things herself.
I recall her soliciting donations on the PEC website. Is there anyone here who gave her money as a donation? Private or not, there is an ethical obligation to document where the money goes.
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Post by you said it yourself on May 15, 2008 8:40:03 GMT -8
Solomon contacted KING 5 last month to complain that Animal Control wasn't being tough enough in a different case.
"Animal Control does need to come in and they do need to take the horses prior to them dying in a field," she said.
KING 5's Linda Byron asked her: "Are they doing that job?" Solomon said no; she believes they're too easy on people.
And Solomon showed no sympathy for people with good intentions who get in over their heads.
Linda Byron asked her: "Would you take horses and being unable to care for them, just let them languish?"
"Absolutely not," Solomon replied. "That's wrong. That's abuse. That's neglect. No."
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Post by Guest on May 15, 2008 9:03:41 GMT -8
WTF!?!www.petfinder.com/shelters/WA230.htmlPacific Equestrian Center Our Adoptable Horses Click here to see our Happy Hoofs! I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal. And I was angry. "God," I said "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?" God was silent for a moment and than He spoke softly. "I have done something." He replied "I created You" Saving the life of one horse may not change the world, but the world will surely change for that one horse News Check out our website for information! www.pacificequestriancenter.comWho We Are Just a bunch of caring folks who love horses! Our goal is to create awareness on the issues surrounding the horse industry while providing rescue, rehabilitation and adoption services to horses that have been abandoned, abused or neglected. We are 100% volunteer based organization and no member receives a salary for their time or talent. We rely on the kindness and generosity of the public (and my husband) to support our life saving work:) Adoptions are not a first come first serve deal- we choose the most appropriate home for each particular equine! Adopting a friend Please visit our website to fill out an adoption application: www.pacificequestriancenter.comCome Visit Us! Everyone is welcome - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Pacific Equestrian Center 13615 SE 288th St. Kent, WA 98042 Phone: 206-551-5369 Email: staff@pacificequestriancenter.com Click here for a list of horses at this shelter
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Post by Guest on May 15, 2008 9:08:07 GMT -8
seattle.citysearch.com/review/41511567Pacific Equestrian Center User Reviews - Kent, WA 98042 - Citysearch Pacific Equestrian Center 13615 SE 288th St Kent, WA 98042 Phone: (206) 799-1203 3.5 Star Rating: Average 4 Reviews | Write a Review Ratings & Reviews Summary for Pacific Equestrian Center What Users are Saying: 5 Star Rating (0 reviews) 4 Star Rating (0 reviews) 3 Star Rating (0 reviews) 2 Star Rating (0 reviews) 1 Star Rating (4 reviews) User Reviews for Pacific Equestrian Center Criminal negligence 1 Star Rating: Not Recommended 05/12/2008 Posted by rogue218 It is now public knowledge that the owner of this place has been arrested and criminally charged for her neglect of the animals she promised she was going to rescue and care for. Pacific Equestrian Center Dean Solomon 1 Star Rating: Not Recommended 03/04/2008 Posted by 57Horses This woman does not tell the truth and Dean is not even her name. Avoid this woman at all costs. She knows nothing about horses or their care. Please check her out before you decide to buy or "adopt" from her. Stay Clear From This Facility 1 Star Rating: Not Recommended 06/28/2007 Posted by redtigerlily Poor conditions around and in the barn, horses seem well fed atleast, but the owner is extremely dishonest and has a history of misrepresenting animals for sale, and not paying for services and items purchased. If you are going to 'adopt' or buy from her, make sure you get everything in writing and DO YOUR OWN VET CHECKS! If you are wanting to sell a horse to her, get your cash up front and do not accept any checks or paypal. Take it from those of us who have learned the hard way and save yourself the hassle and heartache. Pros: The parking is decent, if you must go there. Cons: Dishonest owner, poor living conditions for the animals. 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful Not a healthy place for any horse 1 Star Rating: Not Recommended 12/29/2006 Posted by tairabian Poorly maintained home facility for a "rescuer" who will take horses from anywhere and anyone. History of disease including strangles. Barn owner does not observe proper quarantine procedures and will put a sick horse right next to yours! She was just sued successfully for overbilling and for billing for services not performed. Be safe and choose another boarding option. It's not worth losing a horse.
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Post by seen it myself on May 23, 2008 15:41:50 GMT -8
I know two more people came forward this week to submit statements providing strong evidence against Dean.
Statements are still being collected by KCAC, so anyone that has information that is relevant to this case is still encouraged to do so by contacting Sgt. Morris.
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Post by high priced lawyer on May 23, 2008 19:55:36 GMT -8
"discovery" is gonna be expensive for dean...javascript:add("%20;)") Wink
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Post by KCAC on May 24, 2008 21:47:34 GMT -8
I hope Dean take Sgt. Morris down with her. They have been working together for years.
Keep the letters coming anyway. You can send them directly to the prosecuting atty. if you want.
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Post by way2long on May 25, 2008 13:05:25 GMT -8
Sgt Morris working with Dean?!? Hardly.......put the blame where it belongs.
It belongs with all of the people Diane, Darlene, Tasha, Sam, Michelle, the people from Cowgirl Spirit(post Juliane) who boarded there and covered for her for YEARS.
It belongs with all the sickos who knew there was no hay but would run out and buy her some when AC was doing a site check.
It belongs to the sick individuals who now are funding her defense and the horses she is hiding- and yes we all know there are more than 33.
It belongs with the people who did not step forward when animal control was on the property NUMEROUS times and who now are so quick to throw stones at the very officers you refused to help then.
Sgt Morris and Officer Harris are the only 2 people who have gotten the case as far as it has come.
Take a good long look in the mirror before you blame anyone.
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