Just got back from checking out the mare. She’s a very tall girl and appears to be a TB. Not sure of her age. She had a runny nose. Temp of 102.3. Couldn’t check her gums. Her breathing wasn’t too bad. The owner says she took her in as a rescue a couple of months ago but couldn’t put weight on her. Today she refused her food and wasn’t interested in water. When I tried to open her mouth she didn’t want to cooperate but there was a foul odor – some sort of infection going on in her mouth, possible dental issues, I just don’t know.

I don’t know if I can get a vet out there tomorrow or not – it’s in the middle of nowhere – but I’m going to try. I gave her some Banamine which seemed to help some. Her temp was down to 101.9 when we left. There was just nothing more we could do tonight. The lady wants to surrender her – she says she doesn’t have the funds to help her. I’m not comfortable bringing her in without being examined first. We have 3 babies at the rescue – the immune systems in 2 of the 3 babies were compromised at and after birth. Little Penny is better and Starbuck is doing very well but I won’t take any risks with them. We could make the QT paddock available if necessary but I really feel the mare may not be strong enough for the trip here. It’s a good 30 miles and she is weak. Having a vet see/treat her there and perhaps stabilizing her for the trip may be best.

It was easy to see the mare is not well. We offered her water before we left and she did drink.

The lady is going to take the mare’s temp in the am and call me. I’ll try to find a vet that will go out.

I will check emails in the morning to see where we are with pledges. But right now I’m beat and need sleep. Tomorrow will be here before we know it, although, I will think about this mare all night.

There are two things for sure we know right now. One – this mare needs help in a bad way and we hope to get her that help tomorrow. Two – we can’t help her without help from others. Please spread the word about her – ask others to share. Please pray for her and that tomorrow we will be able to start her on a road to recovery. Thank you all.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

URGENT! This mare needs help!! She is very thin, depressed, and has no appetite. Right now we are asking for pledges! We need $600 for the initial month – vetting, etc. and sponsors to total $300 a month for 6 months in order to bring her in. I’m on my way now with Barbara to see the mare and if there is anything we can do for her to give her immediate relief.

We need sponsors to help this mare! She needs to be seen by a vet. If you can pledge to help please email me with PLEDGE in the subject line. Once we are at the needed amount, and if I feel it is a case we can take on, we will update and ask for pledges to turn into donations.

God bless – on the way to see her now.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

It’s been awhile since I put out an update – it’s been extremely busy here. But I didn’t want to go into the weekend without getting one out especially knowing starting Monday things may be even worse here with the potential of Isaac moving this way and we’ll be preparing for it.

Pam brought Legacy over for a visit last week. Amadeus came up for a trim while he was here. They said “hi” through the round pen panels. It’s hard to believe that Legacy is as tall as Amadeus! Legacy has settled in well at his new home – his other mom stays in touch almost daily. She’s learning how much Legacy loves to play in water! Legacy and Baby Ray would dunk their heads into the waterers almost to their eyeballs!

Domino is doing good at foster mom, Pam’s. These pictures were taken last week when Domino got her hooficure here at the rescue. Domino didn’t really care for it but she did ok. That’s Ruby in the background – she’s never been very happy with another horse being close to her stall in the barn. Except for Beauty that is – Beauty rules the barn. Always.

Penelope and Penny are doing better each day. Penny has had a growth spurt and even can be seen running around a bit now and then.

Penny is much more alert and curious about everything. She stands much taller and looks much healthier.

And this is Willow after Jenny gave her a bath today. Willow is an absolute love and has a human (Pam) coming to visit with her for the 2nd time tomorrow – she may have found a home that isn’t very far from us! She’s put on some weight, her boo boo’s are almost all gone – there is just one on her tail that is still mending. She must have been allergic to the huge black flies where she came from. She’s got a beautiful mind.

Dr. Julia worked on Beauty yesterday – Auntie Kathy spent a good part of the day at the rescue and helped with her treatment. I’m very happy to report that Beauty is getting better each day. When Beauty feels better, I feel better. J Her abscess popped a few days ago and that helped. She still has issues in her sacrum area and there is some concern about possible cranial nerve damage.

This is Warrior and Ouiji. They were adopted out last year and were a part of a wonderful program at a troubled teens facility. Unfortunately, the program is no more. We picked them up a few days ago. They are looking for a home – together. Warrior is laid back and Ouiji is a spirited one. Warrior was born in 1999 and Ouiji in 1997.

This was taken a couple of days ago – we’ve had some serious rains but we have been given a reprieve for a couple of days. Starting early week we may start feeling the effects of Isaac. It looks like it was raining mini’s! We have two pair that are looking for homes. Homes must be within a couple of hours of driving distance from the rescue. They are really easy keepers and really can make you smile. They are all sweet – very sweet. This is Lobo, Chico, Ouiji, Warrior in front of Rambo, and Peggy Sue off to the side trying to figure out what they are running around for when they should be under cover which is where she was headed.

And updates on some of the adopted ones….

Nash loves his new home – and his new mare friends!

Mystical – the Friesian cross mare – she is doing very well. She’s actually an across the street neighbor to Sayan who is also doing great.

Remember Sammi and Joy? Joy is beautiful – just like her momma! Look how big Joy has grown – she’s a big girl now!

And here is Ghost – he is so loved and happy!

I am sorry about the small number of updates I have been putting out. I like to share with what is going on here – I love to share pictures. But I haven’t been doing it nearly as much as I used to or as much as I’d like. Believe me when I say it isn’t because I don’t want to – we’ve just been super busy and some volunteers have been gone for the summer. But please know that if I don’t get an update out for a few days it’s only because I’m swamped outside with the horses.

We have several horses available for adoption. We need to find them homes in order to free up room for others in need – this winter is going to be hard on so very many. If you don’t see what you are looking to adopt on the website visit our “Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue Adoption Page” on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb?ref=tn_tnmn#!/groups/281532335275853/. I admit that our website is out of date and needs a lot of work – we are working on it. And we are working on our first newsletter which we hope to have out by the middle of September if not sooner. We have a lot of things in the works and planned – fundraisers, clinics, volunteer recruiting, etc.

I know we’re all feeling the effects of the economy. I worry about donations almost all of the time. We need help – the costs associated with caring for the horses and running the rescue are high. We try to keep them to a minimum but we need help. Spread the word about us – share us on Facebook under “Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue” at https://www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb?ref=tn_tnmn. If more people know about us, perhaps more will find a few dollars they can donate or some other way to help. Perhaps some have coupons for Purina or Nutrena feed that they could mail to us?

Here are some of the things that we currently need help with:

· Dr. Bess is coming again next week.  We need sponsors for three mini’s, Willow, and Morgan-La-Faye to get their teeth done.  Any dental treatment sponsors out there?

· We need sponsors for quite a few hooficures coming up – would anyone like to sponsor a hooficure?

· Horse size flymasks (long)

· Breakaway halters (Arabian, Small Horse, and Horse sizes)

· Help with vet bill.  This can be called directly into Peterson & Smith at 352-237-6151.  Last month was very hard on us – Starbuck, Bella, Chico, Lobo, Warrior, Lacey, Gentleman, Penelope, and Penny.

· Hay – credits can be called into Larson’s at 352-867-8333 or Quality Hay at 352-529-0888.

· Flyspray

· Shavings ($4 per bag but we must get 60 bags at once to get this price)

· Peggy Sue needs a small muzzle.  I hate to do this to her but she’s getting to pudgy which make it harder for her to get around.  Oh wait!  We may have one from when Aaleyah Belle had to wear one after her surgery – I’ll search the storage area tomorrow.  Fingers crossed!

· I know some don’t like to donate towards things that are not directly impacting a horse but sometimes things depend on how you look at them.  We need six tires for the rescue’s truck, Big Red, at $150 each tire + mounting + balancing.  This truck helps every horse here getting feed and hay.  It enables us to pull the trailer when we have to move a horse or take one to the hospital.  We’ve put this off as long as possible.

· Spirit needs a hay rack for her shelter.

· Cetyl-M – a few of our horses are on it for arthritis

· Money for top boards – they are $8 each.  On average, we have to replace one to two a week.  It may seem like a small thing but added up over time it is a lot.

· The tractor needs maintenance to the cost of about $350.

· The golf cart needs maintenance/repairs to the cost of about $110.

· Funds for 2 pallets of sod – $100 each.  We need this to help with erosion issues.  We put down 2 pallets about 2 weeks ago and it is doing well but it wasn’t nearly enough.

Any amount of help is greatly appreciated.  All donations are tax deductible.  We wish all of you a happy and blessed weekend and we thank you for your continued support!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

She doesn’t care for trailer rides so we’d like to keep her within an hour or two of the rescue. I do believe that with time and training, she could be ridden. She wants to do something and she loves praise and attention. Please share her information. I know that special human is out there for her – we just need help finding them.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

I just wanted to let everyone know that both Legacy and Lady Jane arrived safe and sound at their new homes. Both are doing well.

I’m headed out to the barn. It’s going to be busy – Dr. Julia will be here this am to work on Beauty and check out GMan. We have a couple of visitors coming. Fortunately, I don’t think it will be raining as much today.

Our phone connection (and Internet) is broken but is supposed to be fixed by 9 pm tonight. The connection works for a few seconds and then stops but for the most part it is down. Please visit our Facebook page where there are more updates – I am able to post there from my cell phone: https://www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb/posts/4413061845801#!/bhfer.tb

Ruby, Lady Jane, and Alyse grazing two mornings ago. It’s been really cloudy and we’ve had lots of rain. Looks like much more is coming next week.

Have a blessed day everyone!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

Legacy and Lady Jane are on their way to their new homes – Pam pulled out about 45 minutes ago. Legacy is such a big and loveable boy. We’re so proud of him. I talked with Jan (his adoptive mom) last night and she is so very excited. He came to us only a couple of weeks old – hard to believe he’s grown and now gone to a new home. Jan will keep us updated and share pictures. Lady Jane is on her way to Cheryl in Georgia. Lady Jane has labored breathing here with the heat and humidity – we have little shade. There is plenty of shade where she is going and the temps will be much better for her.

Pam takes great care of precious cargo! Lady Jane loaded and looked like “Ok – a new adventure – let’s go!” They were able to leave before the rains arrived this am.

I’ll update again later. Have a blessed day everyone!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

The two horses located near Ocala that needed help were picked up and taken to two different homes (thank you Dee, Melissa and Lisa!). The horses were picked up at the same time so that neither would have been left alone for any amount of time. It worked out very well and we are very appreciative to everyone that helped.

The gelding was seen and treated by a vet yesterday – he has COPD and is having a tough time – he could use some prayers. The mare is doing well. Thank you all for caring.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

We’ve been asked to help with two horses that are located in Weirsdale, FL. Here is what I’ve been told: Both horses are retired finished head and heel horses. One is an 18 yr old sorrel mare (not to be bred). The other is a 20 year old gelding that has respiratory issues. This horse is thin, very thin. The owners are elderly and can’t care for the horses. The horses were abandoned on their property a couple of years ago by a family member and they just can’t afford to continue to provide for them. They would like for them to go together – not necessarily to the same place to live but they don’t want either horse left behind alone.

We will be going to see them tomorrow.

We are taking PLEDGES at this time. If you can offer them a good home or help in any way please email us and put “finished horses” in the subject line.

Thank you – God bless and have a good night everyone.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

Dr. Julia Simonson came out this evening to work on Beauty. After assessing her, Dr. Julia opted to do acupuncture and electro stimulation only. Beauty was simply too sore for anything more. After, once the needles were out, it was obvious that Beauty felt a little better. Not great, but somewhat better. She wasn’t as tense. She slowly walked out of her stall and grazed around the barn for a bit. She may have an abscess in her front right that is still being treated. Isn’t she beautiful?

Right now, she’s back in her stall munching on hay – she can come and go as she desires. Hopefully we will see more of improvement tomorrow. Please keep her in prayer – thank you!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org