Mukwonago Farm Faces Allegations of Animal Abuse

Second former employee comes forward with disturbing accounts of conditions on the property

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Allegations of animal abuse continue to surface at a horse farm in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, prompting a police investigation and raising questions about animal welfare oversight. A second former employee has come forward with disturbing accounts of severe injuries and neglect among the horses and dogs on the property, adding to the growing concerns about the treatment of animals at the farm.

Why it matters

The allegations of animal abuse at the Mukwonago farm are part of a broader pattern of concerns that have been raised about the property over the years, including issues with overcrowding and the disposal of deceased animals. The case highlights the need for stronger oversight and enforcement of animal welfare laws to protect vulnerable creatures from neglect and mistreatment.

The details

Police executed a search warrant on the Mukwonago farm property in November 2025, leading to 28 charges referred to the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office, including 11 felony charges related to firearms found on the property. A former employee, whose identity is being protected, has described witnessing severe injuries among the horses, including 'huge gashes and impalement on torsos, abdomens and legs,' as well as an incident where 'one of the horses actually gutted itself on the fencing.' The employee also recounted an alleged reluctance to seek veterinary care until the animals were near death.

  • Police executed a search warrant on the Mukwonago farm property in November 2025.
  • The former employee worked at the farm twice - once in 2023 and briefly last fall.

The players

Ralinda Howard

The 69-year-old owner of the Mukwonago farm, who was charged with 11 felony counts related to firearms found on the property.

Town of Mukwonago Police

The law enforcement agency that executed the search warrant on the Mukwonago farm property and referred 28 charges to the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office.

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What they’re saying

“We had horses with huge gashes and impalement on torsos, abdomens and legs. One of the horses actually gutted itself on the fencing.”

— Former Employee (FOX6)

“She doesn't bring vets to the property. she waits until the horses are remarkably, very ill and going to die.”

— Former Employee (FOX6)

What’s next

The status of animal-related charges against the farm owner remains with municipal citations, and the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office has not yet responded to requests for an update on the charging decisions.

The takeaway

The allegations of animal abuse at the Mukwonago farm highlight the need for stronger oversight and enforcement of animal welfare laws to protect vulnerable creatures from neglect and mistreatment. The case also underscores the importance of addressing broader patterns of concern, rather than just individual incidents, to ensure the well-being of all animals on the property.