More animals seized from rescue, charges pending against owner

WELLINGTON - The Larimer County Sheriff's Office and veterinarians from Colorado State University and the Larimer Humane Society executed a search warrant Monday at a horse rescue where animals have been seized before.

They searched Animal Angels Horse Rescue in Wellington around 10 a.m. While they were there, they seized a calf, a sheep and three goats. The animals are now being housed at the Larimer Humane Society.

According to the sheriff's office, the rescue owner, Alesha Matchett, has 10 days to post bond for the care and feeding of the animals or they will be sent to foster locations. The bond was set at $1,500.

Charges of cruelty to animals are pending against Matchett, according to deputies.

All the 27 animals previously seized from the rescue have all been adopted out to new homes.

Matchett has been charged with four counts of animal abuse in connection with the pervious seizures, but might face additional charges pending further investigation.