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Thank you, all, for making a difference in the lives of the horses and all the other animals here at Beauty’s Haven. Many of you have been with us for years whilst some of you are just getting to know us – we love making new friends! For those on social media who know me, I’m sure you have noticed I have not been posting as frequently as I have in the past. I used to post updates throughout the day and well into the night as I so love sharing stories about the members of our beloved little herd. Sadly, I’m no longer able to as the days here have become much more hectic.

We have a daily routine which works well for us and the horses. However, with an average of 33 horses here at any given time, the majority of which have special needs, no matter how well we plan our day, something unexpected often occurs.

Here are a few examples:

  • Peggy Sue often needs assistance in getting up in the morning. Her pelvis was fractured while giving birth years ago and she is unable to bend her back leg. If she is lying on her left side, we have to roll her over and help her get up.
  • Nicky, a blind mare, has gastrointestinal issues (she was starved off and on, repeatedly, over many years which wreaked havoc on her body), and some days, we have to bathe her and administer medications.
  • We have horses with open tracheas which must be cleaned daily.
  • A number of horses have chronic eye issues and their eyes must be cleaned each day and sometimes medication also needs to be administered, followed by putting on clean fly masks.
  • Some have feet issues and have to wear boots which need to be cleaned daily.
  • We must check several horses with respiratory issues and/or who don’t sweat multiple times throughout the day.

These are just a few examples of the attention and care required of our horses, and by the time we have addressed each of their daily needs, it is nearly midnight, and quite honestly, I have little time or energy to sit down and share the day’s happenings.

Also, some of you may be unaware that we also try to help horses and other beings that we are unable to bring into our program by providing hay, grain, and medications, or arranging visits by a veterinarian. While we aren’t a “big” organization per se, we are effective by making a difference in the lives of many animals and humans.

My absence from social media has also prevented me from sharing some of the many challenges that we’ve encountered over the past several months – since the pandemic arrived.

Donations went down considerably, while the prices of grain, hay, and many other items increased exponentially. Unexpected issues also arose which greatly affected our budget, issues from which, we are still trying to recover.

Extraordinary Challenges

  • Hurricane Elsa brought a lot of rain and the emergence of much needed Bahia grass which helps cut down on the amount of hay we must buy. Grass has grown so well, in fact, that it’s up to the horses’ knees which puts them at high risk for eye issues and, in some cases, feet issues. Just ask JoJo – the last time a grass pod got in his eye, he did not at all enjoy standing patiently as the vet carefully, removed it! Nor did he like eye medication being administered three or more times each day. The rains have also caused weeds to take over and we are unable to mow because the mower is in the shop for maintenance and repairs with a bill of $1,100. This is something we need help with right away.
  • We need to replace many of our water hoses that provide water to the paddocks. We have patched them over and over for years. We need hoses that are at least 100’ with brass couplings and a great warranty. You can find them on our Amazon “Wish List”.
  • Our current vet bill is $1,200 and, with so many special needs horses, it continues to mount as each horse has specific, ongoing needs. This past month, x-rays needed to be done, blood tests were done, Ace’s knee was injected, etc.
  • A number of items in our medicine cabinet must be replenished at a cost of at least $2,000. Many meds are quite costly. For example, Equinox ($255 for 180 tablets) and Prascend ($340 for 160 tablets) are disbursed daily to multiple horses. There are also other medications that we must keep on hand.
  • Unexpected repairs on the rescue vehicle: $1,400.
  • Original fencing along the road and behind Magic’s paddock was 30+ years old and needed to be replaced. It wouldn’t have withstood a hurricane. The cost, $11,000, was more than expected due to the price of lumber skyrocketing.
  • The tractor broke down and $1,900 worth of repairs were done to make is usable. There is still another $1,200 worth of repairs needed. It’s 15+ years old, but it’s a good tractor.

And the list goes on…

  • Shingles and a number of roof boards on one of the storage buildings had to be replaced at a cost of $2000. The building is air conditioned and is used to store grain and supplements. It made me quite ill when we recently had to dispose of 50+ bags of grain due to an infestation of grain mites. The door wasn’t sealing properly, thereby permitting hot, humid air to enter the building while cool air escaped, creating a perfect environment for grain mites to quickly grow and multiply. While we have temporarily band-aided the problem, the entire door, including the threshold, casing, jamb, etc. must be replaced at a cost of $700. Until this is resolved, we are unable to store grain, resulting in many more trips to the feed store, thereby using more gas (which has also gone up in price). The time spent going to the feed store could be spent on other things that need to be done here at the rescue.
  • Some swamp coolers need to be repaired. We’ve opted to replace two, with a different make and model, which should require less maintenance, and thankfully, both have performed quite well, thus far. These coolers are truly, a life saver to horses that don’t sweat and/or have asthma or COPD.
  • Mats that line the center aisle of the barn need to be replaced. They have held up well for 10+ years but the corners are warped which create a tripping hazard. Replacement cost is approximately $520.
  • We store hay in two horse trailers (orchard in one trailer, coastal and alfalfa in the other) that were donated to the rescue and they both have leaky roofs (when hay gets wet it spoils) and other issues that need to be fixed. We have a 3rd trailer that we use to transport horses. We also have a flatbed trailer that we use to haul large pasture bales of hay and make runs to the dump. All of these trailers need repairs and maintenance at an approximate cost of at least $3,000.
  • One of the golf carts needed new batteries ($900) and repairs ($400) a few months ago. Now, another golf cart needs new batteries ($900). The golf carts are one of the most valuable tools at the rescue and are used all day long pulling manure spreaders, hauling 30+ tubs of food and hay, etc.
  • Lastly, we have recently been unsuccessful at raising adequate funds for our farrier needs with $623 still needed. Horses are trimmed every 4 or 6 weeks, depending upon their individual needs so this is a constant, recurring expense.

I have always felt uncomfortable when the need arose to ask for donations, and even after 15 years since the creation of Beauty’s Haven, it’s still a hard thing for me to do. But we are at a point where I simply must reach out for help during this most trying of times.

The fact is, this is the way in which charity organizations operate – they depend upon the generosity of supporters to enable them to provide for the needs of all the innocent and beloved animals entrusted to their care.

WONDERFUL NEWS!

Thankfully, we do have some great news to share. Upon hearing of our many needs, a very special friend and supporter has offered a most generous Match Game whereby all donations up to $5,000 will be matched dollar for dollar, provided we can meet an August 8, 2021 deadline to reach our goal. Once we receive $5,000 in donations (they must be marked for the “Urgent Match Game”), the $5,000 will morph into $10,000! This would help tremendously.

If you would like to donate via our Facebook Fundraiser page, please CLICK HERE. If you are not on social media and would like to forward a contribution, just click the “Donate” button below.

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We truly understand that many are not in a position to donate, but you can still help by sharing this fundraiser amongst family and friends, and perhaps with a little testimonial, they will hopefully become comfortable with donating to Beauty’s Haven. Thank you for your love and support, we truly appreciate each and every one of you!

Sincerely,
Theresa


Hi Everyone!

The look on Domino’s face last evening when she learned the hay trailer was empty and there was only enough remaining to fill the hay bags for today, was priceless!

But do not despair, Domino, two wonderful ‘Aunties’ have joined forces and are offering a Match Game, whereby, all donations up to $500 will be matched dollar for dollar!

We hope to raise $710 for one large compressed bale of orchard/alfalfa mix plus one ton of orchard hay. Daddy Bob hopes to get to the hay store by early afternoon, so if anyone would like to help with this need, we would be forever grateful!

There are many ways in which to donate. You may forward your donation via various means here on our website, or via PayPalMe. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation to ‘Hay Match Game.’ If you select the tab, ‘Send Money to Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. All donations are tax deductible and no donation is ever too small.

Thank you!

Mishka, has had a few bumpy weeks between dealing with allergies to no-see-um’s and experiencing front right foot lameness. To help with allergies, he was gifted supplements, a flymask with ears, and a really nice flysheet and neck cover that’s cool, soft, and doesn’t weigh a ton – he’s huge (2000 lbs) and to get one over him is truly, quite a task!


When Mishka became lame a few weeks ago, it was thought to be an abscess. We moved him to a small paddock by the barn and his foot was treated many times to try to draw out an abscess. We weren’t making progress and Mishka wasn’t happy being away from his friends so Dr. Cardona came out and did x-rays. The results were not great, but they could have been worse. Mishka has side-bone in both front feet which is not uncommon in draft horses. There is a slight rotation in both, his sole’s are a bit thin, and there was a suspected gas pocket in the right foot.


Once we had the x-rays, coupled with recommendations from Dr. Cardona, we called Jason Wayne Hunter (Back to Basics Equine Podiatry) to help Mishka. When Jason started on Mishka’s right foot, an abscess at the toe opened up and when Jason began working on the left foot, another abscess at that toe opened up! Mishka experienced immediate relief! Jason put wraps on both feet and Mishka felt so much better now that he was able to go back out with his friends! This made us all very happy! We’re very appreciative of Jason, his work, and his patience with Mishka. And it was great to see Kyra (she used to be a vet tech with Dr. Ted) again – we appreciate her patience and kindness to Mishka too! Many thanks to both Jason and Kyra! Jason’s Facebook page is ‘Back To Basics Equine Podiatry.’ Now that Mishka is on track to getting better, we really need to reach out for help ($425) to cover his vet bill, x-rays, podiatry needs, etc.


Whenever one issue is resolved, however, another seems to pop up as in the case of Warrior. Dr. Julia was here earlier in the week to treat our precious little guy’s ears which are covered with oozing blisters and nodules due to his constantly being bitten by flies and gnats. I now spend a great deal of time daily, cleaning and treating his ears while trying to discourage him from rubbing on anything in sight to relieve his ‘itchies.’ I have not as yet received a bill from Dr. Julia but that is yet another forthcoming expense.


In addition, the farrier will be at Beauty’s Haven today as well as on Monday, for another round of hooficures and once again, Bob will be making our weekly hay run this afternoon which, like last week, will cost another $900. As donations have been down considerably, I am beside myself with worry but thankfully, two wonderful friends and supporters have joined forces and are offering a MATCH GAME to assist with our many needs! All donations up to $325 will be matched dollar for dollar! If you would like to participate in the Match Game, there are many ways in which to contribute. You may forward your contribution via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net, via theDONATE page on our website or via PayPal Me. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation to ‘MATCH GAME.’ If you select the tab, ‘Send Money to Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. All donations are tax deductible and no amount is ever too small.

Thank you, all, so very much, for your love and support!


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We are thrilled to announce that a wonderful friend and supporter has come forth to offer a MATCH GAME to assist with Farrier Week as well as with procurement of the much needed and necessary supplement, Prascend. All donations up to $500 will be matched dollar for dollar. If you would like to participate in the Match Game, there are many ways in which to contribute. You may forward your contribution via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net, via the DONATE page here on our website or via PayPal Me. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation to either ‘Farrier’ or ‘Prascend.’ If you select the tab, ‘Send Money to Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. All contributions are tax deductible and no contribution is ever too small.

Thank you, all, so very much, for your love and support!
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LadyBug is feeling much better and is back out in her paddock – she’s much happier. I think our prayers have been answered!

We do need help from our village, however.

Would anyone like to help us with LadyBug’s vet bills? There was an emergency call, she had to be scoped because she was unable to be tubed and she was administered IV fluids and antibiotics. Not only did she colic, when she was scoped, the vet discovered an infection in her esophagus. The total cost of LadyBug’s veterinary fees is $600.
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We also need to raise funds for a ton of hay at a cost of $600 plus $500 in fees for the farrier who is scheduled to come on Monday.
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We are thrilled to announce that a wonderful friend and supporter has come forth to offer a MATCH GAME to assist with LadyBug’s veterinary fees as well as our upcoming Hay Run. All donations up to $300 will be matched dollar for dollar. If you would like to participate in the Match Game, there are many ways in which to contribute. You may forward your contribution via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net, via the DONATE page here on our website, or via PayPal Me. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation to either ‘LadyBug’ or ‘Hay.’ If you select the tab, ‘Send Money to Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. All contributions are tax deductible and no donation is ever considered as being too small.

Thank you so very much for your love and support!

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I’ve been banging my head against the wall trying to come up with a fundraiser to help with some urgent and time sensitive needs. All I’ve ended up with is a headache. So, I’m just going to put this out there.

  • The manure spreader broke and needs a new agitator part. The cost is $185 plus with shipping (about $25 – $30). Bob can install it.
  • When Bob went to get hay, he had to get the rescue truck jump started twice due to the battery needing replacement. The cost is $163.
  • Dr. Bess is coming on Wednesday to do dental work on some of the horses. I’m sure there are  more horses that need to be done than time allows but If we get donations to help, whatever  is not  used (if any) on Wednesday, will be put aside and applied towards her next visit. My estimate  for  this visit is approximately, $750.
  • A horse that was adopted out a few years ago recently came back due to his adopter’s unexpected  change in life circumstance so he will be needing sponsorship. He’s a big boy with a big appetite.  We had to pay for part of his last month’s board bill as well as transportation back to the rescue for  a total of $457.
  • *One of the farriers will be here at the end of the week – $150.
  • *Elevate Maintenance Powder from Kentucky Performance Products – $60.
  • *Cetyl-M Complete Joint Action Formula – $110.
  • *We need to make a hay run by the weekend which will be at least $800.
  • We need to make a shavings run as well – $84.
  • And I’m sure there’s more that I can’t remember at this point as it’s been a long day.

If anyone would like to help with any of these needs, it would be greatly appreciated. Our PayPal address is bhfer@earthlink.net and if you select the tab ‘For family or friends,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. Donations may also be made via various means on our website at bhfer.org and credit card donations can be made over the phone. Donations are tax deductible and no amount is ever too small. We don’t receive any local, State, or Federal funds – we operate solely from donations from the public.


Match Game!

Two wonderful friends and supporters have joined forces and are offering a $750 Match Game so every dollar donated – up to $750, will be matched and once we reach $750 in donations, they will morph into $1500! Donate Now.


SunState Federal Credit Union’s ‘Charity of the Month’ contest

Please also remember to vote for us every day in the SunState Federal Credit Union’s ‘Charity of the Month’ contest. It runs through the end of February and with your help, we could win $1000 which would be applied toward hay for our beloved herd.  Please also share and ask family and friends to vote daily and share as well. An organization can only win this contest once a year and we were most fortunate to have been one of the twelve recipients of the ‘Charity of the Month’ prize, for the past two years. I know that we can do this! Just click here to cast your vote!

Thank you all for your continued love and support.
#sunstate #vote #forthehorses #believe #betsyrosestrong #beauty


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We are once again, entered in the SunState Federal Credit Union Charity of the Month Contest. A vote per day through the month of February, could help us win $1000 which will greatly assist the rescue with the purchase of hay and/or other needs. Just click here to cast your vote and please share amongst family and friends. Please note that you will be prompted to “Like” Sunstate’s Facebook page prior to casting your vote and you must be a Facebook member in order to do so.

We are still awaiting the results of the Eagle Rare Life contest – the winners will not be announced until March.

#BetsyRoseStrong #believe #wecanwinthis #bhfer


We also have a Match Game in progress to assist with this week’s purchase of hay and all donations up to $225 will be matched!

Donations are tax deductible and can be made via various means on our website or via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation for ‘Hay Match Game.’ If you select the tab for ‘Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution.

Thank you all, for your continued love and support!
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Lastly, please continue to keep our beloved Beauty in your thoughts and prayers.
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October Hay Match Game

A wonderful friend and supporter has come forth to offer a Match Game, whereby, all donations up to $500, will be matched dollar for dollar. Donations will be applied to our hay needs.

If you would like to play the Match Game, you may do so via various means on our website or via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation to, ‘Hay Match Game.’ If you select the tab for ‘Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. Please be assured that all donations are greatly appreciated and no amount is ever considered as being too small.

On behalf of all the ‘Velvet Nosers’ at Beauty’s Haven, thank you so very much for your love and support!
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Theresa_Beauty_EagleRareLifeTheresa is currently in Sixth Place in the ‘Most Read’ category of the Eagle Rare Life contest, thanks to each and every one of you! Please continue to cast your daily vote by clicking here. Voting ends at midnight on December 5th.

‘Life is about determination. Don’t give up just because of the obstacles. Regardless of what obstacles face you, just keep going! Go through, go around, or go over – but never give up!’
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Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) grassroots Non-Profit Organization registered in the state of Florida (EIN: 20-4783950). We are not funded by Local, State, or Federal funds. We operate totally from donations from the public. Please consider making a one time or recurring donation to help the horses. No amount is too small and all donations are very much appreciated. Donations are tax deductible.

Beauty’s Haven was awarded Verified status by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) in 2012. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries. Awarded November 2014 Equine Hero and 2017 Eagle Rare Life Award for Heroism. A Guidestar Exchange Silver Participant and a GreatNonprofits Top Rated Non-Profit in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

October Hay Match Game

Four wonderful supporters have come forth to offer a Match Game, whereby, all donations up to $1000, will be matched dollar for dollar. Donations will be applied to our hay needs.
If you would like to play the Match Game, you may do so via various means on our website at www.bhfer.org or via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation to, ‘Hay Match Game.’ If you select the tab for ‘Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. Please be assured that all donations are greatly appreciated and no amount is ever considered as being too small.
On behalf of all the ‘Velvet Nosers’ at Beauty’s Haven, thank you so very much for your love and support!

 

Theresa is currently in 7th Place in the ‘Most Read’ category of the Eagle Rare Life contest, thanks to each and every one of you, so please continue to cast your daily vote by clicking here.

 

‘Life is about determination. Don’t give up just because of the obstacles. Regardless of what obstacles face you, just keep going! Go through, go around, or go over – but never give up!’

 

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Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) grassroots Non-Profit Organization registered in the state of Florida (EIN: 20-4783950).  We are not funded by Local, State, or Federal funds. We operate totally from donations from the public. Please consider making a one time or recurring donation to help the horses. No amount is too small and all donations are very much appreciated. Donations are tax deductible.

Beauty’s Haven was awarded Verified status by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) in 2012. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries.  Awarded November 2014 Equine Hero and 2017 Eagle Rare Life Award for Heroism.  A Guidestar Exchange Silver Participant and a GreatNonprofits Top Rated Non-Profit in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

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Minis In Need

I had hoped to send out a more detailed update, but as always, something arises and I am unable to do so, but I need to apprise you of an urgent case involving four mini’s. The owners are elderly – both husband and wife are in the hospital and they can no longer care for their precious horses – a 29 year old stud, a 32 year old mare, and their offspring, a 16 year old mare and a 5 year old stud.
Although we are maxed out and have horses coming back to the rescue, we feel that we simply cannot turn our back on these sweet minis. There is a special urgency regarding the two elderly horses and we have a temporary solution as to where we can put them on the farm, thanks to the help of a supporter. They deserve to live out the remainder of their days, no matter how many that may be, in a loving environment and with proper care. They need coggins, full physicals (including blood work), dentals and hooficures. In order to help them, however, we need sponsors. Please – can anyone help with a one time or recurring monthly donation? We can start with pledges – I will get a cost estimate tomorrow after speaking with the vet. We can’t move forward without help from our village.
The two younger minis are in good shape and also need homes. The 5 year old stud has an issue with a back foot deformity that can be managed. The couple who owns the horses have a son who is willing to oversee the younger ones until a home is found (hopefully soon). They do not have to stay together and we’ve recently been advised that the 5 year old stud may have a home offer. I’d hate to think of the 16 year old mare being left behind, so please, if you may be interested in either of the two younger ones, please contact us and we can put you in touch with the owner’s son.
We also desperately need help placing horses that are ready for adoption – Zahara, Rosita, Baby Ray, Sophie, Tinsel, SeAnna, and others. Kandi and Shaker, two National Show Horse mares,  need placement ASAP –  Kiana will be available after 30 days of training which has been generously sponsored.  Additional information will be sent out about regarding these horses.
 
Match Game

A wonderful friend and supporter has come forth to offer a Match Game, whereby, all donations up to $500, will be matched dollar for dollar. Donations will be applied to medications for the horses.

If you would like to play the Match Game, you may do so via various means on our website at www.bhfer.org or via our PayPal address: bhfer@earthlink.net. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation for ‘October Match Game.’ If you select the tab for ‘Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. Please be assured that all donations are greatly appreciated and no amount is ever considered as being too small.

Eagle Rare Life Contest

Please also remember to cast your daily vote for Theresa in the Eagle Rare Life contest and please share amongst family and friends as well. Just click on this link and cast your vote.

 

‘Life is about determination. Don’t give up just because of the obstacles. Regardless of what obstacles face you, just keep going! Go through, go around, or go over – but never give up!’

 

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Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) grassroots Non-Profit Organization registered in the state of Florida (EIN: 20-4783950).  We are not funded by Local, State, or Federal funds. We operate totally from donations from the public. Please consider making a one time or recurring donation to help the horses. No amount is too small and all donations are very much appreciated.  Donations are tax deductible.

Beauty’s Haven was awarded Verified status by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) in 2012. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries.  Awarded November 2014 Equine Hero and 2017 Eagle Rare Life Award for Heroism.  A Guidestar Exchange Silver Participant and a GreatNonprofits Top Rated Non-Profit in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.