**Watch a CBS News video about Molly's Extraordinary Story**

From the Kentucky Horse Park



 


LEXINGTON , KY  (April 7, 2010) A rare equine amputee, Molly the Pony, is coming to the Kentucky
Horse Park.  She was made famous by a CBS News story, after having been rescued by Kaye and Glenn Harris during Hurricane Katrina. Unfortunately, several months later she was attacked by another animal who was rescued after Katrina and who was also experiencing  emotional trauma, a pitbull. 

Although Molly's other numerous wounds healed, her leg did not
make it. Her rescuer and now owner, Kaye Harris went to bat for Molly, requesting amputation and prosthesis at Louisiana State University.

Successful amputations and prosthetic legs for horses are extremely rare and
there were obstacles to overcome, but Molly has adapted well to her new limb
and now she visits anyone who could use her quiet wisdom and inspiration. 
She has impacted and inspired many people of all ages and abilities. A
children's book was written about her and her story has traveled around the
world.

John Nicholson, executive director of the park observed, "Molly is a
classic example of the great things that can happen when good-hearted people
step in to save the life of an animal.  It took a herculean effort to save
her, but she has returned the favor a thousandfold by giving so much back to
mankind.  Molly and her owner, Kaye, are a small but formidable team that
has set out to change the world a little bit at a time, and they are
accomplishing their goal.  We are proud to welcome them back to the
Kentucky Horse Park."

Molly the Pony, who resides in Louisiana, will be at the Kentucky Horse Park on
Saturday, April 17 at the John Henry Memorial Equine
Adoption Fair
to demonstrate the importance of equine rescue,
rehabilitation and adoption.  She will make several appearances from
11:30am to 5pm at the New Indoor Arena.  The public is welcome to meet
this courageous little pony who inspires people everywhere she goes.

Included with park admission.

Photo by Maureen Galltin.



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