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Please retweet, appeal for information, horse attacked in her field #PONTYPRIDD #WALES #UK 14 July 2026 Community Rallies Behind Traumatised Rescue Horse After Brutal Overnight Attack In Pontypridd 🐴🥲 Donations welcomed gofundme.com/f/help-our-viol…? A local community is appealing for information and support after a gentle rescue horse named Violet was subjected to a horrific overnight attack in her own field. The incident occurred between 8:00 pm on the 14th of July and 8:00 am the following morning, in a pasture situated between Pantygraigwen Road and #Hopkinstown. The beloved mare sustained severe injuries during the ordeal, including significant swelling around her eyes, multiple puncture wounds to her legs, and a deep gash across her back that required veterinary staples. According to a fundraising appeal launched by a family friend, the injuries are primarily believed to have been caused by an off-lead dog. However, a local social media update from the Friends of Graigwen group, noted that a broken section of the field's fencing may have been used as a weapon against the horse, suggesting that some of the wounds could have been inflicted by a sharp object. Emergency veterinarians attended the scene immediately to administer antibiotics and sedation while treating the wounds. Violet is being closely monitored as she begins what her caretakers hope will be a full physical recovery. Sadly, her owners report that the emotional toll has been just as devastating. Previously known as a sweet and kind animal who had already overcome a difficult past, Violet is now completely terrified to return to the field where she should feel safest. The unexpected emergency veterinary care has left the owners facing significant bills they were not prepared for. A fundraising campaign is currently underway to help cover the costs of Violet's ongoing treatment and rehabilitation. In the meantime, the incident has been officially reported, and additional security cameras are being installed in the area. Anyone with information regarding the attack or the damaged fence is urgently asked to come forward to assist with the investigation. Contact if you have information 👇👇👇 [email protected] #HorseWelfare #Pontypridd #LocalCommunity #ProtectOurAnimals #CommunitySupport #horses #Cardiff #Newport #Cwmbran #Swansea #horse #Pony @Metro @AlistairCarns @AndrewRosindell @KatieAmess @PETAUK @BHS_UK @RoyalFamily @RSPCA_PATeam @DefraGovUK @swpolice @southwalesargus @DailyMirror @TheSun @domdyer70 @clarebalding @JaneFallon @rickygervais @PeterEgan6 @BBCWales @Channel4News @ValleyTimesNews @Time_4_unit