We spoke with Summer Secord and her mother, Crystal Mitchell after Jim Horne reached out to them regarding a lack of care that resulted in the death of a foal and the poor condition of horses in the ‘care’ of Stephanie Redlick  – along with a lack of water and feed – he had seen.  [Read about Jim’s experience here.]

Stephanie Redlick relinquished 4 horses of 17 she owned and was holding on a leased property in Oro-Medonte, Ontario, Canada to Summer Secord and Crystal Mitchell.  We are grateful that Summer, Crystal along with Celia Carletti have carefully documented what they witnessed at the property and the condition each of the horses were in when relinquished.

This situation highlights both the cruelty some humans are capable of and the compassion of those who choose to step up, take action and show kindness.

P.S.  It’s important to note that 13 horses remain in the ‘care’ of Stephanie Redlick.  Please scroll down for how you can help remedy this situation.

The following pictures are of one of four horses relinquished to Summer Secord and Crystal Mitchell by Stephanie Redlick.

Standardbred Pureform Olympia began her racing career in British Columbia and finished in Ontario.  Records show she was run through the Olex Horse Sales Auction in April of 2024 after her 2024 foal died.

Sadly she ended up in the hands of Stephanie Redlick who had the following to say about her…

NOTE:  Most responsible horse owners have their horses trimmed or reshod every 4 to 6 weeks, and maybe in some cases go 8 weeks.  Pureform Olympia’s feet were not trimmed or reshod in 8 to 9 months which is especially concerning as by Stephanie’s own admission Pureform Olympia is thought to have DSLD.

Studies show regular…

Therapeutic shoeing can help support the affected limbs of a horse with DSLD. It is “recommended to find a farrier experienced in trimming and shoeing DSLD horses.

Eggbar shoes or shoes with extended heels can provide fetlock support. When DSLD is diagnosed at an advanced stage, high wedge heels can offer relief. If the horse begins to feel better, the height of the wedge is gradually brought back to normal.

The recommendation is to consult with a farrier who has experience with DSLD.

Anecdotal reports suggest keeping your horse barefoot with correct trimming can be more effective for decreasing loading stress on compromised connective tissue.

Again, we ask does this look like a horse who has been well cared for?  

Keep in mind there are still 13 horses in the ‘care’ of Stephanie Redlick.  

Pictures and videos on this page are courtesy of Summer Secord, Crystal Mitchell and Celia Carletti.

Press contact: marie@banhorseslaughter.com or phone: 250 801 8231