Vancouver, WA - Animal control officers are calling for community support in locating people and resources to care for horses this time of year, when .... More... Read More

VANCOUVER, Wash. -– Clark County Executive Horse Council’s Adopt-A-Horse program is looking for foster homes and permanent homes for horses impounded by Clark County Animal Control officers because of cruelty or neglect.

The Adopt-A-Horse nonprofit, started in 2007, provides foster homes where horses can recover while volunteers look for appropriate, permanent adoptive homes. In 2008, the program was able to place 32 horses. This year, the number dropped to 12 because fewer homes were available, said Paul Scarpelli of Animal Control. Winter and spring are especially troublesome because natural shelter and feed are reduced.

Ripley’s Horse Aid Foundation helps foster families with vouchers for feed, farrier services and gelding. The Executive Horse Council provides financial assistance for on-going care until a horse is adopted. Animal Control pays investigation costs, including veterinary bills, Scarpelli said.

The Lacamas Valley Sheep Dog Trial, set for Aug. 19-21 in Camas, features many of the most talented herding dogs and their handlers from throughout the Northwest. 

Spectators can watch these amazing animals move sheep through a timed course. A professional public address announcer will be there Aug. 20-21 so spectators can learn about the sport and gain an appreciation for what they are watching. Trial programs are distributed free of charge. Concessions open daily for breakfast and lunch.

Admission is $3 per person, seniors and children 12 and under are free. 

Directions: From Camas, travel north on SR-500 about 2.5 miles. Turn left on NE 3rd Street and follow the signs.

For more information, call Rene Carroll at 360-607-5990.