The RCMP horses aren't going to be found patrolling Parliament Hill any more. Apparently people today are too pig-ignorant about animal safety to lay off pulling on horses' tails or running up behind them to allow the officers and their mounts to wander about the popular tourist site. A corral behind the buildings is the only place you'll likely see a mounted Mountie these days.
story on the CBC For every parent who fails to familiarize their children about animal behaviour and safety: boo on you! For every yobbo who thinks it's cool to harass animals in public places: may you find horseshit in your shoes!