The Griffith Park Pony Rides have been a historic landmark in Southern California for decades. Now, the popular attraction is facing backlash from animal rights activists. MarioFOXLA reports.
Now, Owner Stephen Weeks is facing backlash fromrights activists and the group Los Angeles Animal Alliance . Demonstrators have been protesting the rides weekly and claim the animals are being abused.
The group also claims the 50 horses are being overworked in sweltering hot temperatures during the summer months. "We have two vets on call 24 hours a day to take care of any veterinary needs they may have. We have a Farrier out here every week to do their feet. We take extra care of our ponies," he said.officials.
Families bringing their children to the pony rides told FOX 11 they had mixed feelings about the abuse claims from protesters.
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