Milford horse stable owner asks judge to return 38 horses seized by Oakland County

MILFORD, Mich. – The owner of a Milford horseback riding stable is asking a judge to order Oakland County to return 38 horses seized last week following complaints about the animals’ care.

Oakland County Animal Control removed the horses from High Vibe Trail Rides after receiving multiple complaints alleging mistreatment.

Stable owner Lucille Ptasznik has filed a lawsuit seeking the return of the horses.

In the filing, Ptasznik argues the animals were healthy and had access to food, water, and shelter.

She also claims a veterinarian examined the horses about a week before Oakland County seized them.

The county said animal control officers responded to allegations of abuse and that the investigation remains ongoing.

“Animal Control officers responded to allegations of abuse. The investigation is ongoing,” said Department of Public Communications Director Teresa Recinto.