Grey Lady Too is famous as the horse which lives in a seemingly ordinary house in Back on Lewis.
But the supposedly temporary arrangement has continued for well over two years.
Owner Stephanie Ann Noble purchased the animal in Ireland for nearly £1,900 in 2011 but faced a raft of problems in securing grazings nearby.
The former riding school operator, originally from Londonderry, took the animal indoors in 2011 claiming it had no grazings or winter shelter.
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A vet has certified that the horse’s welfare is of concern and the house is presently not a suitable place to keep it.
Now, the council intends to court to seek a disposal order so it can give or sell the horse to a new owner. Alternatively, it may transfer it to an animal rescue charity permanently.
Ms Noble converted her semi-
Animal charity SSPCA has expressed concerns for the horse’s welfare. It previously said it was being kept in “unsuitable conditions.” The charity offered to take the pony away and rehome it but Ms Noble said she could look after it better.
Ms Noble was previously issued with an official care notice to improve the welfare situation. She received a month’s period of grace in which she would not be prosecuted and the council made a formal complaint to the procurator fiscal after she failed to comply.
Contrary to rumours, the council did not order Ms Noble make alterations to her house to accommodate the horse.
There is a Scottish code of practice issued under the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland)
Act 2006 which gives stable sizes, door widths, and head clearance to avoid a horse
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The council is going to court to seek a disposal or rehoming order under the legislation.
Concerns for horse’s welfare 27/2/14
The horse being legally seized and taken away
