HARRISBURG, Pa. (Newsradio 1020 KDKA) – Do you own an equid who you think would make a good police horse?
The Pennsylvania State Police are asking for donations to help support its mounted patrol unit.
State Police rely on donation to help maintain 28 horses at its academy in Hershey.
The horses are used statewide “for searches, crowd control, security, and patrol of remote areas. They also participate in parades, demonstrations and other community events.”
In a release, police say they are looking for the following type of horse.
“Horses must be geldings between the ages of 5 and 15 years old and stand between 16 hands (5 foot 4 inches at the shoulder) and 18 hands tall. Draft and draft-crosses are the preferred breed. Thoroughbreds and other “hot bloods” are less desirable.
Animals must have quiet, sound dispositions and be free of serious stable vices. Horses will be accepted on a 120-day trial basis to determine their suitability. A veterinary examination will also be performed.
Upon retirement the owner will have the opportunity to take the horse back. If the original owner chooses not to take the horse back, a suitable home will be found.
To arrange a donation or for more information, contact Corporal Carrie Neidigh at 717-533-3463 or cneidigh@pa.gov.
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