A pony and its two foals have been spotted running loose on a busy road near Reading.
In the evening of Saturday, May 9, a member of the public shared on social media that the animals in question were seen on the A33 and that they looked ‘spooked’.
They also added that a call to the emergency services was made just before 8 pm that day.
It is believed that one of the ponies has ‘sustained injuries’ but its current condition is not known.
The Chronicle has approached Thames Valley Police for comment.
Horses and ponies are easily spooked because they evolved as prey animals.
Their survival depended on reacting quickly to potential danger, so they are highly sensitive to movement, sound and sudden changes in their environment.
Unfamiliar objects, unexpected noises, strong smells or changes in routine can trigger a startle response.
Limited depth perception and a wide field of vision can also cause them to misinterpret shadows or shapes as threats.
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