Aug 29, 2013: Daisy & Baby Boo Update

Yesterday, the tumor on Daisy’s eyelid was debrided. Today, she started chemo injections on both tumors (left and right eyes). We hope to save both eyes but hopefully, at least one. If the left eyelid is removed, she will lose the eye. Daisy is handling everything well. She is only 3 – 4 years old and possibly pregnant. I’m sure she feels better with the huge mass gone. I’m not going to say she is going to be ok – only time will give us that answer. She is being a very brave girl and baby Boo is too. We are finalizing a foster home situation for them. Here at the rescue isn’t a good place for any pink skin animal – we have very little shade. I’m very sorry for what Daisy has had to endure – she should have received help when the issue first started. But we can’t go back in time – we can only enjoy the present and the future with her and with baby Boo. And we pray for healthy and long lives for both of them. I’m not sure when they will be released but I’ll update as I know more.

Boo was happy when her mom got back to their stall.

Straight to the milk bar! Daisy is a very good mom.

After surgery – she did well.

Dr. Hughes checking on her.

If anyone would like to help with Daisy and Baby Boo’s care, donations can be called directly into Peterson & Smith Equine Hospital at 352-237-6151.

Thank you all for your love and support.

Sincerely,

Theresa

Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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Another Milestone for Betsy Rose!

Tuesday, August 27th, 2013

“Good morning everybody! Guess what – guess what – guess what????? Me and Freckles slept in my stall last night – no sling!! I fell asleep listening to Freckles tell stories to the cute little baby donkey. It felt so good to lay all the way down and I slept really good! I still need a good brushing to get the shavings off of me. But now I’m hungry – here comes Mommy Theresa serving breakfast so I gotta go! Have a great day everyone!”
Betsy Rose

Our little Betsy Rose has crossed another milestone. She did well through the night. She laid down on her right side and got up fine (she’s blind in that eye). However, this morning around 5:15, she laid down on her left side (blind side up) and couldn’t get up on her own. She didn’t panic – just waited for us to help her. So, we’ll be doing some exercises for flexibility and teaching Betsy Rose to roll over on the right side which will allow her to get up. Oh, Freckles is still sleeping – I think she told stories most of the night to Baby Donk.

Sincerely,
Theresa & Betsy Rose
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.

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Anastasia, Duncan, Velvet and the Shelter Challenge

August 17th, 2013 (or 27)

“Guess what Mommy Theresa?  There’s a new Shelter Challenge Contest!!  We need to remind everyone to vote for Beautys Haven starting now and then every day thru Oct 13th!  Think of how much $10,000 could help with winter hay and lots and lots of carrots and watermelon!  Here’s the link where people vote: http://www.shelterchallenge.com/web/charityusa/nomineehome?userId=16660&nomineeId=13994#sthash.BvKkY4gQ.gbpl.

Garran and Solace relaxing after breakfast.

Recent picture of Anastasia, Duncan, and Velvet!  Thank you Ruth and Rolf for sharing!  They look great!!

Cookie is doing great..

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

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Aug 27, 2013 Momma & Baby Donkey – warning – graphic pics

Warning! Graphic Images.

Our newest rescue as of today, Mommy & Baby Donkey. Poor Baby and Mommy Donkey!
A month old baby mini donkey should be running and playing in green fields.

Mommy donkey is not in good shape.

"Welcome to your new family, little one. We’re going to help you and your momma get healthy.
Enjoy the trailer ride and no worries, ok?"

Special delivery!

The vet will be here around 4 pm to see mom and baby. The momma has some real issues to overcome.
I’ll post more then. This was taken before they loaded to come today.

Content. Precious. Sad. Very sad. I’m glad they are here.

Momma is very sweet. She’s only 3 to 4 years young – just a baby herself.

I have no words.

Please pray for momma and baby donkeys. Dr. Julia Simonson examined them this evening and momma likely has SCC. As bad as her left eyes looks, it does not appear that the cancer has reached the eye but is above it on the eye lid. Her right eye, even though it looks better, may be more of an issue. She isn’t making much milk for baby but with proper nutrition and supplements, she will likely improve. The baby is a little thin but bright and playful. They are both munching on forage and drinking water. They seem very content. I feel badly for momma – she is young, only 3 or 4 years old. Dr. Julia is consulting with a surgeon tomorrow to come up with a treatment plan and cost estimate. She can likely be admitted to the hospital on Wednesday.

Sincerely,

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

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Good Morning from Betsy Rose!

August 27th, 2013

“Good morning everyone! Betsy Rose here! I wanted to pop in and thank everyone for caring about me and my friend, Freckles. Guess what? We have presents to open today! I saw a couple of boxes Mommy Theresa put in the tack room and wondered what they were. We get to find out later today! Anyway, I just wanted thank everyone.

If you don’ t mind, please take a minute to vote for us on the TSC and Bank contests. With your help I believe we CAN win! I know it would take a lot of worry off Mommy Theresa’s plate. I heard her say the cold season is coming and we’re going to need a lot of hay. And if you ask your family and friends to vote, that would help a lot. I’m alive today because a lot of you helped with my care – many good things can happen when we all work together. Mommy Theresa says it takes a village! I believe we can win – please, believe with me and vote!”

Betsy Rose

“Remember when I came here I said, “I CAN DO THIS!? Well I am doing it – and I want to help other horses by telling the world about what happened to me. I have to go now – it’s feeding time – but I’ll be back later. Have a good day!”

Betsy Rose - I Can Do This!

Love,
Betsy Rose

GFAS

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A Giant Step for Betsy Rose!

August 26th, 2013

Betsy Rose laid down and got up all by herself!!!!!

WE ARE SO PROUD OF BETSY ROSE!  This is the little mare that “did!”

She got up on her own!

We won’t get much sleep tonight – Betsy Rose does NOT want to be tucked in her sling. She will be on the monitor by the bed so we can see her all of the time and I’m sure I’ll have my eyes on it most of the night! This is a big night Big for her and her BFF Freckles is still jumping around for joy!

Believe!

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

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One Made It, One Went to Rainbow Bridge

August 23rd, 2013

Last Evening

I need some help here. I can’t go into details as this case is still unfolding. But would anyone be willing to pledge to help this horse? He’s down and can’t get up – another Betsy Rose. The same vet who treated Betsy Rose initially is available. It’s been raining – the horse needs a vet to get treated or he needs to be humanely euthanized – this is horrific. Another vet determined a couple of days ago that the horse did not need to be seized. I am sick. Pledges anyone? This can’t wait until tomorrow.

This Morning

Our response team is on the way. The horse did ok through the night. The vet and authorities will be there too. We need angels of strength to help him up to get into the trailer. Dr. Natalie says he wants to. His vitals are not bad.

Please pray and picture him up and standing. This was him several days ago. Pray he can stand now in order to get in the trailer and make it here to the rescue.

Dr. Natalie just relayed to me that she will call me in a few minutes. I think we are moving to Plan B – loading him by stretcher – the trailer has a ramp on it. Will update soon.

Later in the Morning

I am sitting here in tears. Tears of anger, sorrow, and frustration. I’m sorry it took so long for a good update but a lot has been going on. Chance took a turn for the worse. After another rectal, observation, treatment, etc. Dr. Natalie believes he’s gone septic. He grew uncomfortable and is now showing signs of pain. He has a toxic line, his heart rate rose dramatically. He has given it a good fight. The decision has been made to help him to humanely cross Rainbow Bridge. He will not be alone. I have no more words at this time. But know that this isn’t over. Thank you all. Chance – we all love you.

Noonish

We couldn’t leave Chance’s friend behind. But it wasn’t easy getting him released – it’s still an open case with the authorities, thankfully.

This Afternoon

“Welcome to our Beauty’s Haven family – we love you already. I’m so sorry you had to watch your friend slowly starve to death but at least today you were able to see him be loved on by humans that care. And you were able to see that he peacefully crossed Rainbow Bridge. He is now running with the Heavenly Herd in green grass with a whole body again. In this picture I see you are standing there with Chance on the ground nearby – we will make sure he is properly buried. He knows you cared about him and he left knowing you would be going to a good place where you will never experience this again. You’ll be here soon and the QT paddock is all yours. You’ll have hay and all the love you ever could imagine. He would want you to go on and have a good life. Chance will never be forgotten. And I promise you, there will be voices heard about what happened to you both.

Feeling better now that this boy is here and munching on hay under the shelter in the QT paddock. We will figure out a new name for him as we get to know him. I like to learn their personality and we don’t like to use a name that we’ve already used in the past. The weather is horrible but he seems pretty content. He’s very sweet and I’m so glad we didn’t have to leave him behind. Everyone involved in helping last night and today did an awesome job! THANK YOU EVERYONE!

He needs a little rehab but he’s only about 10 years old – he should do just fine. He is a Saddlebred/Arabian cross (National Show Horse) and is really sweet.

Some rain rot, underweight, feet haven’t been done in awhile, not sure about his teeth yet but we’ll get him all checked out. I’m very relieved he is here. And I am very sorry that we couldn’t offer Chance the same.

As Chance crossed Rainbow Bridge this morning, butterflies surrounded him together with people who knew him for only a few short hours, yet cared deeply about him. A sure sign that it was meant to be and that he was finally at peace.

Thank you all for your continued love and support.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Easy way to help the horses…

Update on the Tractor Supply Contest: We have slipped to 5th place.

We need to keep sharing and asking others to VOTE DAILY please!! Yes – we need you to vote once a day!

Five charities with the highest number of votes each win $5000. If we were to place in the top 5 the $5000 would help the horses tremendously!

Link to vote: http://bit.ly/16hUFcA

Thank you!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: www.bhfer.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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BHFER Weekend Part 2 & Monday Update

Morgan LaFaye enjoyed extra attention on Saturday. Roxy rode her for a bit – they had a good time!

I love seeing smiles…

"Hi everyone! we hope you all had a great weekend! The humans here are very busy, but I asked Mommy Theresa to let you all know that me and Freckles are doing great! And I want to thank you all for caring about me – I never dreamed life could be this good!"

‘Did someone say snack? Well, we horses here do eat a bit. I’d like to ask if anyone has any Purina coupons for grain that you don’t need, Mommy Theresa sure could use them. The mailing address is PO Box 53, Morriston, FL 32668. And of course, if you want to send any treats this way that would be great too!"

Betsy Rose LOVES attention – she is like a shadow sometimes. But it’s nice to turn around and find her in your face!

Solace is doing well. We monitor him closely and take his temperature twice a day. He’s not had anymore problems with infection since he went to the hospital. I hope it stays that way. Here he was this am standing under the mister in the tree with Gentleman.

I want to share another wonderful update from one of our adopted family members. Kara adopted Sammi and baby Joy a couple of years ago. Sammi was headed to slaughter when we intercepted her – she was pregnant. I remember Joy’s birth like it was yesterday. She hit the ground running! Both Sammi and Joy are doing great!

From Kara: “Saturday was a GREAT day. First time on Joy! Can you see that smile, how about the tears?!! Did I say it was GREAT day!!”

Lynn mowed/dragged the large paddocks on Saturday. They look so nice – I wish they would stay like this! And I wish we had green grass all year around. The cold season is coming – we need to start our winter hay drive soon. Hay costs $545 a ton here and even more south of us. We go through a ton of hay about every 4 – 5 days in the cold months. Doing the math makes me shudder.

Kylie braided Betsy Rose’s mane on Saturday – she’s so stylish!

Not long after Barbara arrived on Saturday the rains came. She took it in stride and went to work anyway!

After the storms passed through on Saturday afternoon, look who I found under the rainbow – Beauty!

Wishing everyone a wonderful week.

Sincerely,

Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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