Loose Horse Rescued in Durham

DURHAM, CT — The Durham Animal Response Team had an eventful early morning. At 3:02 a.m. members of the team were called to help Connecticut State Police with a horse walking down the road loose, officials said on their Facebook page.

"Fortunately when we arrived at the scene, the horse was calm and manageable. We were able to reach a local stable (yes, at 3:15am) and they came and met us as we walked a little over a mile with a police escort to the barn. It was determined this was best since the horse was manageable and our trailer would take 25-30minutes to arrive on scene," the Durham Animal Response Team said.

"The owner was found soon after and will reconnect with the horse later today. Thank you to Whitney Ridge Stables for your quick response and open arms, to Stephanie Alexandra for directing the police to us, and the CSP for caring for our four legged friends when they need you," officials said.

DART can be dispatched for animal related emergencies by calling Valley Shore Emergency Communications at 860-399-7921 or reaching out to your local Animal Control Officer, Fire Department or First Responders and requesting their services.

Photo credit: Durham Animal Response Team