The Humane Society of Ventura County is seeking homes for eight rescued horses in its care.

Six of the horses are among the 37 severely abused horses rescued from a Lockwood Valley Park ranch in the fall of 2008; the other two are come from another abuse situation.

The ongoing daily care and treatment for the horses are placing a financial strain on the society, said Sherry Brockus, executive director of the nonprofit organization.

Brockus said the court granted $30,000 in restitution from the Lockwood Valley case, “but that’s just a drop in the bucket for taking care of so many horses for such a long time.”

When the horses arrived at the shelter in Ojai, Brockus said, they were emaciated, lethargic and did not trust people.

A year and a half later, “They’re beautiful, healthy and have shiny coats,” she said. “It’s a complete transformation. Now, when they see people, they run up to the fence and hope for carrots.”

For more information, call (805) 656-5031, or visit www.humanesocietyvc.org.