Yeah, my conscience wouldn't let me do that. I know I would want someone try and find me if any of mine got loose. We lost a pony, and never found him long time ago. I know how I felt. I always thought my neighbors should put more effort into locating the owners other then a police report. I was very surprised that that was how that guy found me. I don't know if then I would call the police if I lost one. We didn't when the pony took off. Never thought about it. The guy did wait several days before calling, so it was probably about a last resort thing for him. He was very surprised that one had been reported.
Becky
Inge_Cav had a newly purchased draft mare get out several years ago. I think his other horses were beating up on her and ran her through the fence. She was gone for several days and he found her through the Sherrif's Dept, I think. He reported her lost and the guy who found her reported her found and they got together. Happy ending for everyone. So it never hurts to try.
Not sure about whether I would have thought to call the sherrif... Maybe just because of their size and value a person may call the police if one showed up. I'd certainly know to call them now ;~D