Betsy Rose & Freckles want to help Divinity

Betsy Rose and Freckles want to help Divinity!

Hey everyone, Freckles had a great idea for a fundraiser! Here is how the idea came about:

Freckles – "Betsy Rose, I heard the humans talking about Divinity and her cancer. They said she needs to go to UF to have her eye removed. But …she has a cancer place at her nostril and the vets there need to determine if it can be treated or not. It’s in a place where, if it is deep enough, they may not be able to remove it because it would go into her gum. But no matter what – can we please help Mommy Theresa raise money to help with this?"

Betsy Rose – "How can we help, Freckles?"

Freckles – "Well, would you be willing to give up some of your tail hair? Everyone loves you – the humans could make a horsehair bracelet from your tail hair and auction it off! If we could raise the money it would take a lot of worry off of Mommy Theresa."

Betsy Rose – "Wow! That’s a GREAT idea! Here – cut it now! Go get Mommy Theresa and let’s do it! Everyone has been so good to me and Divinity is such a nice mare! She deserves a chance just like I did! I DO want to help! You’re an awesome and thoughtful friend Freckles!"

So, today we will start the bidding on a beautiful horse hair bracelet made from Betsy Rose’s hair! Bidding will start at $50. Please bid in $5 increments. Bidding will end 8-20-13 at noon. Please share and happy bidding!! Current bid: $330 PS: please don’t worry – we are collecting Betsy Rose’s tail hairs when we brush her tail – they are falling out. So is her mane. But this is ok – new hair is growing in.

Betsy Rose whinnying in excitement about the thought of helping Divinity!

This is Divinity – the mare that Freckles and Betsy Rose are helping to raise funds for. Dr. Porter referred her to the University of Florida for an assessment and to potentially have her left eye removed – she has squamous cell carcinoma…. She also has SCC under her right nostril – this area is of most concern. The vets at UF will have to determine if this area can be treated – it may be too large and too deep. We hope to get her in on Wednesday. Divinity is otherwise, in good health and is perky and interested in everything around her – especially the boys. Divi is at a foster home where she has her own stall and a green grass paddock where she can go at night.

Betsy Rose patiently waits to get out of her sling.

Betsy after a meal and now sleepy. But it doesn’t stop her from visiting the feed room door (again)!

Lucy is a miniature horse that has Big Head Disease. The vets had recommended she be put down – she had multiple issues and her prognosis was grim. I went to meet her at the hospital and felt a connection. She was only 3 years old and deserved a chance to get better – and she did! She is another miracle! She gets fed a special diet due to her condition. Lucy needs a large container of Well-Gel which is $232. Would anyone like to help Lucy? It will last her several weeks. Donations towards this can be called directly into the vet’s office at 352-237-6151. Thank you! – UPDATE – this has been covered.

For those of you who remember Kami (Comet), her mom, Haley, and dad, Rusty…. She’s still a hoot! Could you imagine her with CaryLou? Thanks for sharing this Melissa and George!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=-Yxeqrp8NHY

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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Betsy Rose – And a Swish of Her Tail and 273 lbs! Updates on Others!

August 9th – 11th, 2013

Dr. Julia came to visit with Betsy Rose on Friday.  Penny greeted Dr. Julia as usual – she ran alongside her car until it was parked and then went right around to greet her.

After a few scratches, off we went to see Betsy Rose.  Well, she wasn’t where I left her.  We walked around the barn and no Betsy.  We called for her.  Then we heard it – an itty bitty whinny.  Guess where we found her?  In the shavings room where we keep a couple of bales of hay – she had helped herself and made a mess in the process!  But it was all good – it just means she’s ready to get her back teeth done! Dr. Bess will be here on Wednesday to finish her up!
Betsy Rose – slowly but surely gaining.  She’s up to about 273 lbs.

I know this picture is fuzzy but do you see something you’ve never seen before?  Yes, Betsy Rose is now swishing her tail! Muscle is returning!  It took weeks before she could even lift her tail to go poop.  Now she is able to swish!  So proud of this little mare!!!

“Mommy Theresa says a lot of humans think that we are adorable Freckles!”

Penny is hilarious! “Please Dr. Julia – just one little kiss on the nose?”

Penny knows that Auntie Karen Andreu brings apples! That’s Sisco in the back – he got apples too.

Solace after breakfast. Gentleman and Little E are in the background beneath a tree that has an overhead mister in it.  The misters help tremendously – wish we had more trees and misters but we are very thankful for the ones we do have.  When we moved here a few years ago, we had no trees and it was miserable with no shade.  Shade is a true blessing.

Solace got a bath today by one of our awesome volunteers – Katherine Rivera!

Genesis enjoying the shade of another tree.

Garran and Little E – both Arabian geldings.

This evening, I played with Beauty for the first time since she foundered and rotated earlier this year! For months, it was thought she wouldn’t be able to go back to work but I never stopped believing in her.  She needs some conditioning, but that’s ok – she’s sound!  Having patience can be hard sometimes, but it was well worth the wait!  Beauty is the reason Beauty’s Haven came to be!  I’m so happy!

Please consider a one time donation or a recurring monthly donation to help the Beauty’s Haven horses – no amount is too small and all contributions are greatly appreciated!  Our PayPal address is bhfer@earthlink.net.  Donations can be made by various methods via our website – the link is below.  Our snail mail address is BHFER, PO Box 53, Morriston, FL 32668.  Please share and help us to keep doing what we do.  The horses depend on us and we need to depend on others to make this possible.  We are not funded by any County, State, or Federal governments.  Please share – thank you!  Thank you, everyone.  Have a great week!

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

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08/09/13 BH Friday Update

Dr. Porter visited with Betsy Rose today.

Divinity was also seen by Dr. Porter today. She has cancer below and in her left eye. Dr. Porter has referred her to UF. We expect a call back from UF on Monday to discuss having her left eye removed and to have an area on her nostril treated. Otherwise, she is in good health and is perky and interested in everything around her – especially the boys. Divi is at a foster home where there she has her own stall and a green grass paddock to go out in at night.

We are dealing with 3 patients with SCC at this time. Cookie, Sisco, and Divinity. Cookie had surgery to remove the SCC from under her eye and a spot on her face a couple of weeks ago. The area looks good. There is a very small spot lower on the same side of her face that is also being treated with creme. Sisco is doing well too. Dr. Porter is very happy with his progress. He has one little spot that we will continue to treat with cream for awhile.

Ceri and Nadia were late for breakfast. Peaches was having a feast – but not for long. I haven’t seen Ceri move that fast in awhile!

Nevada picked today to be sound. Why does this happen? He’s lame everyday. But today he was sound. We’re going to put him back to work slowly and see how he does.

Harvey – he’s so cute but is growing like a weed!

Have a great weekend, Everyone!

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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Thursday Update 08/08/13

Dr. Julia Simonson and Remona Seckinger came by to see Betsy Rose yesterday. We wanted to review the meds/supplements that Betsy Rose is getting and rule out any potential lung issues – she still has a cough and a snotty nose off and on. Dr. Julia ultra-sounded Betsy’s lungs and they looked good – whew! It was really nice to meet Remona – meeting people in person who we are friends with over the Internet is great – I love sharing Betsy Rose with others! She’s just adorable!

Bonnie is a new volunteer at the rescue. Where she gets her energy I have no clue! LOL! But we sure do appreciate her and her time. And the horses love her – thank you Bonnie!

Look where we are! Thank you Dutch Henry and TrailBlazer magazine!

This is sweet little Morgan – she is available for adoption. Pamela Zarem has been fostering Morgan. Pam’s daughter, Brittany, has been riding her. Thanks Pam and Brittany!

This is Nevada. He was 1 of 3 horses we took in this past December. We called them the Christmas Trio – all were very thin. The other 2 were mares we named Sachet and Noelle. Authorities working the case asked us if we could take them – otherwise they would end up at auction. Taking 3 in at once was a huge undertaking but they needed help and it was the holidays. Over time, all recovered. Sachet and Noelle have found homes. I have ridden Nevada – he is a very nice horse. One day, I saw him running and playing with the 3 year olds and he came in lame. Dr. Porter will be out tomorrow to examine Nevada, check on Cookie’s eye and a new spot on the side of her face, examine the mare with the SCC in her eye and on her nose, and to follow-up on Solace. We are looking for sponsors to help with Dr. Porter’s visit tomorrow with the exception of Cookie – she should be covered thanks to funds raised by the Equine Cancer Society through an online auction fundraiser (many thanks to ECS and the participants of that too!). The first was taken after Nevada’s arrival this past December. The one on the right was taken a couple of weeks ago. He deserves his very own human but until we figure out why he is lame and identify a treatment plan and any possible limitations, he will remain at Beauty’s Haven.

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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Betsy Rose & CaryLou Aug 6, 2013

August 6th, 2013

I forgot to share this last night. I was in the feed room getting ready to start tucking horses in and I look up and who do I see looking back in at me? Yes, Betsy Rose. She’s never wandered into the barn aisle way before – we had a long… talk about that a few weeks ago and how I’d prefer her stay away from it because if she were to fall on the concrete it would hurt. And she did – she never tried to walk into the barn when she was out of her sling. Until last evening. She walked right in and stood outside of the door waiting for me to come out. I think she’s getting better.

Betsy Rose

CaryLou, his true colors.

CaryLou

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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Tuesday Afternoon & Wednesday Update Aug 6 & 7

Tuesday: "Betsy Rose it’s great to see you feeling better and stronger each day! But you need to rest more so you can get well – that cough doesn’t sound good and it makes Mommy Theresa worry. Let’s get a good night’s sleep – the farrier is coming on Wednesday and a lot of the horses are getting hooficures!"

Freckles keeps Betsy Rose company around the clock. We’re so thankful for both of them!

"Please Auntie Karen – just one more apple?"

Wednesday Morning nap. We need some clouds. And a breeze.

Many have emailed or PM’d me asking about the status of charges against the person(s) that allowed Betsy Rose to get in this condition. Instead of answering directly, I’m putting the answer here for everyone. The case was sent by authorities to the State Attorney’s Office in Gilchrist County weeks ago for evaluation (cruelty charges as a misdemeanor) and was assigned to an attorney. As of today NOTHING more has been done. I know the "system" moves slowly sometimes. I just hope and pray it works as it should. The Deputy who worked the case has called on occasion just to see how Betsy Rose is doing. But the case is out of his hands – it’s at a higher level. This mare lived, and almost died, because her basic needs went neglected. It’s wrong. Just plain wrong.

We are an all volunteer 501(c)(3) organization that operates solely from donations to help horses in need. No amount of a donation is too small – all donations are greatly appreciated! Donations can be made via different ways through our "Donate" page on our website. Our PayPal address is theresa

Thank you!
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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An Update on MANY!

August 4th – 5th, 2013

Some of the horses got much needed baths this past weekend thanks to Wanda Sue Malphurs, her daughter, Martina, and son, Caleb!  Look at the pretty horses!  

Ceri – a really sweet 20 yr old Arabian mare.

Classy – a Sanctuary pony.  She has a permanent trach and front feet issues.

Bella – this is Starbucks mom.  She’s available for adoption.  Very, very sweet girl.

And this is a Clydesdale named Genesis – a Sanctuary horse.  One of his eyes was removed a few months ago and the other has early stage of glaucoma.  The vets say he will likely lose that eye within the next 5 years.  He came to us several months ago with sores on all of his legs.  We were able to get the front ones cleared up.  But the back ones needed some extra attention which Jenny has been diligently giving them and they are much better!  He has a scrotal hernia and a suspected cancer spot that we monitor.  He’s a gentle giant.

Peggy Sue got a hooficure yesterday.  Betsy Rose was happy to give up the sling for awhile.  Peggy Sue is a Sanctuary mini.  She has issues with her back left leg which is basically straight and can’t bend due to an injury years ago when giving birth.  She’s a sweetheart.  We do keep close eye on her.  Sometimes, if she lays on the wrong side, she can’t get up and needs assistance.

Betsy Rose just before being tucked back into the sling last night.  Like me, she was tired!  She stayed out for about 3 hours this yesterday evening.  She hardly coughed any on Monday and her edema is almost gone and her nasal discharge is better too.

We could use some prayers today for Solace, Amy, and Betsy Rose.  Solace had a temp this am and appeared to be trying to choke.  It seems to have cleared and his temp is coming down.  He’s in a stall under fans.  Amy was trying to colic but seems better.  Betsy Rose is coughing some.  It’s too busy here today!

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

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Betsy Rose, Our Little Princess gets a present…

"Come on over Freckles – I got another present! Look – there’s another box in here! And a card! Oh – and another card with a picture of a beautiful Arabian horsey all dressed up!"

"Mommy Theresa, will you please read me the card that is in the envelope? And then let’s open the box! I’m excited!"

"Oh my – what is it? It’s beautiful, but I don’t know what it is! There are 3 presents in one pretty box! It’s a halter! It looks like the beautiful Arabian halters I saw on the horses in the magazine!"

"Next! Quick – I want to see! What is it? Oh my goodness – it’s a blanket to match!" Betsy Rose is so expressive. She pays attention to details! It’s like each new experience is one that she wants to hold on to forever.

"Ok, and what is this? It’s a necklace to match! Can I try them on now – please?? Freckles don’t look – turn around and I’ll let you know when to look, ok?"

"Ok, what do you think Freckles? Wait – we’re not done yet – still have to put on the blanket! I’m so excited!"

"Well, how do I look? I feel beautiful! Freckles – what do you think? Mommy Theresa says that Auntie Nancy Gates made this beautiful set by hand – with lots of love!"

And there Betsy Rose stood – tall and proud for the world to see through pictures. She has the heart of a champion and an iron will that I’m sure helped her to survive when she was at death’s door. While she lay on the ground like garbage, unable to stand, waiting for death to take her away – she didn’t know that God had other plans for her here on earth. Having her with us is a true blessing. Betsy Rose is amazing, forgiving, loving, and just a beautiful soul. All of us, together, are making her future what her past should have been. She is grateful. She radiates love and kindness – her presence makes you feel good. You just want to hug her, a lot. And we do!

And then Betsy Rose stood down, closed her eyes, and appeared to say a prayer of thanks.

"Get a picture from my other side Mommy Theresa!"

"I feel like a princess! I wish all the little ponies in the world could feel like I do now – it feels really good!"

"I promise you Betsy Rose that everything will stay nice and safe in this lovely box. Betsy Rose – thank you for sharing your life with us. You ARE a princess and you ARE loved by people from around the world!"

This was quite an experience to share with her. Sometimes, it’s almost like Betsy Rose is human – we have conversations. She speaks very clearly without saying a word. She soaks up all the love she is given – she is one of the lucky ones. God led her to us for a reason. I believe…

Wishing everyone a wonderful evening.

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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Our Regal Betsy Rose

"Good morning everyone! I’m Betsy Rose! Look what I got from Auntie Nancy Gates! How do I look? Mommy Theresa says I look "regal" whatever that means! Poor Freckles fell off the hoist when she saw me all dressed up! It’s ok, she didn’t get hurt. She just kept saying "awwwe!" I’ve never had anything like this! I saw pictures of horses wearing beautiful sets such as these in a magazine when Mommy Theresa read a story to me one night about a beautiful Arabian horse but I never dreamed I’d have my own set!

Everyone has been so kind to me – I feel so special – this beautiful set, treats, halters, spa products, supplements, really nice notes, cards, a fly mask, leads, and more! Thank you all so much for making me feel so good – hugs and kisses to everyone! We wanted to share this picture with you in hopes that you start your week out with a smile! Time to go walking – have a great day everyone! And thank you Auntie Nancy!"

I have some really priceless pictures to share of her opening this gift I’ll share later today.

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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BH Partial Weekend Update 08/04/13

Betsy Rose got a couple of gifts over the last few days. As usual, her expressions speak for themselves.

She must know how to read because as soon as she saw the label "Winnie’s Cookies," she started licking in anticipation! Thank you so much Nona!

Out grazing for a few minutes.

Betsy Rose is coughing and does have a snotty nose again. But she has a great appetite and is perky. She did well out of sling today – it was a record for her! Combined time out was about 5 1/2 hours! The edema is better. This is Bonnie giving her a good brushing which she really loved!

Betsy Rose is still slowly gaining weight and strength. She’s truly a mare that is determined to overcome. And she believes.

Betsy Rose has really come a long way. This picture was taken the first week she was with us.

I have other things to post but will try to get it done tomorrow. Have a good night everyone – please keep Betsy Rose in your prayers.

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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