Authorities have cited Cordie, age 36 in connection with 3 horses that were severely undernourished.

Cordie was cited and released on 3 counts of second-degree neglect, a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by a maximum fine of $2,500 for each count and 6 months in jail.

  (Photo courtesy of KTVZ)  Yamhill County Sheriff Jack Crabtree said deputies have worked with Cordie for a long time, trying to encourage her to take better care of her horses.  Two different veterinarians, were consulted and examined the horses before the 3 quarter horse mares were seized.

Because of the recent economic downturns and the possibility of more horse owners cutting back on the care of their animals, the Sheriff's have sent a detective to receive additional training in neglect and abuse cases at the Oregon Humane Society.

Reference:

KTVZ News 21

The Oregonian