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Babies JoJo and Kiana, Betsy Rose, and Many More!

Friday, June 27th, 2014

Finally! He’s got it figured out! No more 2 am wakeups! Go JoJo!

Take your donkey to work day! He’s a good helper!

A bittersweet update on Kiana. The family that fosters Bella has been coming to spend time with Kiana over the past few weeks and they have totally fallen in love with her and Kiana looks forward to their visits. Kiana is doing great – she’s more active and independent each day. We’ve been turning her out with the boys to play with because she’s just become too energetic for Betsy Rose. Kiana likes to run and kick and play like babies should – and it’s a wonderful and warm sight to see! Sometimes, we lock up the mini’s and donkeys that stay around the house and let Betsy Rose and Kiana out together and Betsy Rose will run with Kiana too. But I won’t risk Betsy Rose out with most of the others – she is too fragile. Her hearing and sight are not great and she startles easy. Betsy is fine about Kiana spending time out with the young ones – she doesn’t fret nor does she get anxious when Kiana is out of her sight. Betsy is a wise healer of sorts and will be here to help future arrivals. I think this was her destiny and she knows it. I thank God for her each and every day.

I assure you that nobody could love Betsy Rose or Kiana and care more about their welfare than we do.  This decision wasn’t a quick one – it’s taken some time, observation, and prayers but Kiana is ready for her forever home and we love her enough to allow her to go – she deserves this. Jody home schools her sons and there is someone home around the clock.  They have a mare with a baby that is about Kiana’s age.  Their farm is beautiful and it isn’t far from the rescue. They will keep us updated.  This is never easy.  But this is what we do – we must in order to make room for others that need help. Jody and her family will be here again tomorrow to spend more time with Kiana.  We have other visitors coming tomorrow too – it’s going to be busy!

Kiana palled around with Lucy a bit this afternoon. It was so hot and humid today, the boys didn’t even run and play. We have 3 sets of visitors coming tomorrow – I sure hope and pray the weather is a bit kinder than today.

Kiana has had a growth spurt. She got a hooficure yesterday. She’s also starting to get some needed muscles from running and playing with the mini’s and donkeys.

Saturday, June 28th

“JoJo it’s time for you to go back in your room now. The morning sun is out and Kiana wants to come out for awhile.”

“Ok Betsy Rose. I’m ready for a nap anyway. I helped mommy Theresa and Kiley with morning barn chores while you and Kiana had breakfast. It’s gonna feel like 106 today – we’re all going to bake!”

It was a very busy day today – lots of visitors and smiles! I love to see others interact with the horses and donkeys!

Roxy bathed a few horses including Serenity. I know they all loved it – the heat and humidity were horrible. Serenity and her brother, Bryce, are looking for a forever home.

Aaleyah Belle, Sisco, and Victoria.

This is Valerie Goldsmith and Ted meeting our little Betsy Rose.

Jody and her family will post updates on Kiana. Its so hard to let them go. We spend days and nights helping them to heal mentally and physically – we love them all dearly. We love them enough to let them go when the time and circumstances are right.

Kiana got to spend time with her adoptive family. She just eats up the extra attention. You certainly can’t tell she got a bath 2 days ago. LOL

Is this not simply adorable? This is Violet visiting with JoJo. Violet’s 3rd birthday is next weekend – happy birthday Violet! I enjoyed meeting you and your mom and dad! Thank you Ashley and Lyle!

Pistol and Oscar – what a pair they are! They are both ready for their forever home and it would be simply amazing if they went together – they are so very bonded. Donkeys have been known to grieve deeply when they lose their best friend – I don’t want that to happen.

Baby Ray got a much needed bath and some playtime with Kylie Chapman today.  He’s a stinker! He got a hooficure too.  Baby Ray is also looking for a forever home.

A VERY SPECIAL FUNDRAISER!

A one of a kind offer! For our latest fundraiser, we are offering a lovely Betsy Rose & Kiana 16” x 16” pillow!  A suggested donation of $5 for each chance may be forwarded via our donate page: theresa. Please designate your donation, ‘Betsy Rose & Kiana Pillow.’  The winning name will be selected in Morriston, Florida, on July 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm EDT.  All proceeds will be applied to the needs of the Beauty’s Haven Horses.

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.

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Orphan Baby Mini Donk JoJo, Kiana, Betsy Rose, Harvey, Oscar & Pistol

June 24th, 2014

Meet our late incoming arrival last night – a few day old mini orphan donkey. I named him JoJo. He’s the result of irresponsible breeding. He has learned to drink from a bottle and he’s gotten really good at it – thankfully. I need to get going… – something happened with our dishwasher and the kitchen was flooded this morning. I’ve been on my knees with the Rainbow vacuum for what seems like hours – we have wood laminate flooring.
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June 25th

JoJo has a couple of nodules at his left eye that we’ll be keeping a close eye on. We are still waiting on his blood work to come back. He’s a good boy.

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JoJo was vetted this morning by Dr. Julia Simonson. She thinks he’s about 7 – 10 days old. We’ll have his blood work back this evening. He’s doing ok and has a great appetite (thankfully). Around his eyes are so sunburned – he’s got pink everything. Does anyone know where we could get a tiny sunsheet to protect JoJo? And a baby mini donkey long nose mask? He’s only like 30 lbs.

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Aunt Judy adores JoJo! I asked her if she’d babysit for a few minutes this am. She was on his level playing with him before I could finish asking. LOL

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Betsy Rose was thrilled (so were the rest of us!) when Auntie Karen stopped by unexpectedly today! Karen spent many hours with Betsy Rose during her rehab.

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Oscar and Pistol are like bookends. Where one is you’ll find the other. They love to play tug of war with anything. And they love to upside down poop buckets in the early morning hours and pretend they have a 2 donkey band.

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Kiana enjoys her play time out of the barn area. She’s had a growth spurt! I’ll update in more detail about her tomorrow.

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Kiana and Harvey grazing while Betsy Rose opts to nap in her stall in front of her PortaCool.

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June 26th

Guess what?!? I have a name! It’s JoJo! I met so many humans today – it was like – wow! And they all drooled over me! I’ve never had so many hugs and scratches – I didn’t know a little guy like me could get that many in one day! I wish you all could meet Betsy Rose – she is like the Queen of this barn! She’s very kind and she’s quite talkative when she gets hungry. Freckles told me what h…happened to her before she came here – that was really sad. Everyone here is just so, well, like family! I saw some really long ears today on a HUGE mule named Matilda. I mean – her ears are as long as my body! And then there are Oscar and Pistol – more long ears. They are like brothers. And there’s lots of other horses I haven’t met yet but I will. Mommy Theresa says I have to stay inside when the sun is out but I get to come out when it’s cloudy and in the evening – my skin is so pink – around my eyes was already sunburned. I need to get to bed now – lights out soon. Nighty night everyone!”

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A VERY SPECIAL FUNDRAISER!

A one of a kind offer! For our latest fundraiser, we are offering a lovely Betsy Rose & Kiana 16” x 16” pillow! A suggested donation of $5 for each chance may be forwarded via our donate page: theresa. Please designate your donation, ‘Betsy Rose & Kiana Pillow.’ The winning name will be selected in Morriston, Florida, on July 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm EDT. All proceeds will be applied to the needs of the Beauty’s Haven Horses.

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Betsy Rose and Kiana – we’re so proud of these girls! They both BELIEVE!

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We need help to restock up on some supplies – would anyone like to help with milk replacer pellets ($70) and/or milk replacer powder ($40)? We need shavings 20 bags ($80) and Wel-Gel ($200). We also need hay. If anyone would like to help… donations can be made via our website at www.bhfer.org. No amount is too small and all donations are appreciated. Have a great day 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

We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 20-4783950.
IMPORTANT: In accordance with Chapter 496, Florida Statutes, the Solicitations of Contributions Act, the following information is provided: Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., Registration No.: CH21245 “A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE OR OUTSIDE FLORIDA AT 850-410-3800. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” “The percentage, if any, of each contribution that is retained by any professional solicitor that has contracted with the organization is Zero %.” Beauty’s Haven does not use professional solicitors. “The percentage of each contribution that is received by the organization is 100%” ©Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue

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Sisco’s Eye Injury, CaryLou, Betsy Rose, Kiana and More

June 16th, 2014

The lavage was removed from Sisco’s right eye today – finally! This has been one heck of a challenge – he’s got a pretty good scar in his right eye. He’s still confined to a stall for a couple of days with limited and supervised turnout in a small paddock. I hope and pray he doesn’t rub it. He’s still wearing his hard cup mask. Would anyone like to help him – he could use help with the expenses related to this eye injury. Morgan and Victoria had their tear ducts flushed today – they could use sponsors as well.

Dr Ted Specht removing the lavage from Sisco’s eye!!!!

I have to get some paperwork done for my medical appts in the am so I’ll be offline until tomorrow evening. CaryLou – he’s a hoot!

June 17th

Good morning everyone! Busy day here today – I’m headed to Gainesville for an appointment with the neurosurgeon and for my physical therapy. The farrier is here this morning.Here’s Betsy Rose escorting Kiana out to explore around the house with the other little munchkins. She’s feeling better each day. Have a great day everyone and thank you for your support!

June 18th

Guess what just arrived?!?

Come on over girls and help me open the box – it’s a surprise from two of your Aunties! Betsy Rose simply loves it when new boxes arrive. She’s teaching Kiana it’s a good thing. LOL

“LOOK Betsy Rose! It’s one of those things that blows… cool air into our stalls! Oh wait – there’s another box! There’s TWO of them!”

“Oh wow – this means Ruby and Cookie can have one at their own coolers at their stalls! I’m going to tell them! Mommy Theresa – daddy Bob please get them set up soon! Come on Kiana – let’s go tell them the good news!”

The barn is a much cooler place now. These PortaCoolers are great and make such a difference! Many thanks and cyber hugs to our friends that donated them!

June 19th

“Oscar – tell mom we want to sleep in. Our bucket toss game until 2 in the morning wore me out. Just five more minutes, ok?”

Morgan is happy to be back with Santana.

Both kids came home this evening for dinner and short movie for Father’s Day. It was really nice!

Kamachee and Sayan love their new home! Especially the grass and wonderful shade – and their human mom!

Somewhere out there is the perfect home for Serenity and Bryce. I need you all to help us find it. Please share them and let’s find them a good forever home. More info can be found on our Beauty’s Haven Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue Adoptions page.

Even in the shade and under a water hose it’s hot. Shade is scarce here but at least we have a few trees now that we planted a few years ago. It really drives me nuts to see properties that offer no shade or cover whatsoever for their animals. I can’t imagine baking out in this heat/sun with no relief at all.

Giving Gentleman a big hug while Dr. Julia worked on him on Monday. The heat has been really hard on many of them but the older ones are having an extra hard time.

Betsy Rose has something to share – more details can be found at this webpage:

Please consider a contribution to our Youcaring fundraiser to assist us with our outstanding veterinary bills.

http://www.youcaring.com/nonprofits/medical-emergencies-/188403

Thank you Dawn at Horse and Man for publishing the update on Betsy Rose!

Have a great night 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.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BETSY ROSE!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BETSY ROSE – WE LOVE YOU!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHNhNAKh8Qs

Jenny visited today and helped get Betsy Rose ready for her big day!

Lynn Lawrence and Kathy Prevatt helped get Betsy Rose ready with decorations.

Bob made one last trip to the post office and voila! Lots of birthday cards arrived today! Betsy Rose loves each and every one of them! We hung them up over her birthday table to surprise her! When we take them down, we will read each and every card to her – she thanks everyone very much!

Let the party begin!

"Vermont Teddy Bear can you believe this birthday party? Look at all the cards! And the cakes and gifts! Our human friends really do love us – all of us! Do you realize that on this day a year ago I was very, very close to Rainbow Bridge? I was so weak – I was on the ground in a corner, unable to get up, and I heard the humans talking about "putting me down" and how they didn’t know why I was in such bad shape. How could they have not seen me starving to death over the months? They said I was too far gone to help but I never stopped believing that help would come. Giving up just wasn’t an option – I’m glad Mommy Theresa believed too and sent angels to pick me up and bring me here – this is my home, always. I love you all!"

She loves her cake!

"Auntie Blodwyn made be the BEST carrot cake in the world!! And there was carrot cake for the humans too! And lots and lots of carrots for my friends!"

The carrot cakes were yummy! Thank you Blodwyn and Bill Newton!

"How do you like my very special visor?"

Kiana had a great time too – we all did! She’s looking forward to her first birthday party next year.

"Hold on Mommy Theresa – I have something I want you to post to our friends for me, ok? I got presents and lots of cards today which I really appreciate – I feel very special! But I have an idea I want to share! Here’s a hint – it’s about carats!"

"Ok Betsy Rose – it’s your day – go for it!"

Betsy Rose has something to share – more details can be found at this webpage:

SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS
• Take your scrap gold to your local, reputable, jeweler or coin shop. You can sell it there and then send us the proceeds via check, or any of the other various ways via our donate page at www.bhfer.org.

OR

• Take your scrap gold to your local, reputable, jeweler or coin shop and get a total value in writing. Then photograph the jewelry and written estimate as a group, place them in a sealed container and mail to attorney L. Lynn Lawrence, P.A., PO Box 1002, Williston, FL 32696-1002. Insure the package for the estimated value. Keep the estimate and photograph in a safe place just in case you have to make an insurance claim with the shipper. She will photograph your donation and take it to a local shop for sale. She will give us the photograph, weigh sheet, and proceeds and we will send you a receipt and keep the weigh sheet and photograph on file.

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• Send your scrap gold to attorney L. Lynn Lawrence, P.A., PO Box 1002, Williston, FL 32696-1002X. She will photograph your donation and take it to a local shop for sale. She will give us the photograph, weigh sheet, and proceeds and we will send you a receipt and keep the weigh sheet and photograph on file.

Kiana’s birthday present to Betsy Rose – watch the video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJ5hAKNMr2I&feature=youtu.be

Ok, so someone obviously told Kiana about the "Cricket Dance"! That’s a little thing Aaleyah Belle started when she was a baby and every baby that has lived here has learned it too. Kiana still needs to work on it a bit but she’s trying!

Good night 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

We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 20-4783950.

IMPORTANT: In accordance with Chapter 496, Florida Statutes, the Solicitations of Contributions Act, the following information is provided:
Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., Registration No.: CH21245

"A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE OR OUTSIDE FLORIDA AT 850-410-3800. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE."

"The percentage, if any, of each contribution that is retained by any professional solicitor that has contracted with the organization is Zero %."
Beauty’s Haven does not use professional solicitors. "The percentage of each contribution that is received by the organization is 100%"

©Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue

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Sisco’s Mask, Kiana and Betsy Rose, Mollie, Princess, Parties and Rainbows!

June 8th – 9th, 2014

Sue Sefscik visiting with Kiana and Betsy Rose. She can tell you – the girls are not spoiled at all.  Nope.

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Sisco is a giraffe when he wants to be!

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Here he is in his mask – I like this kind – it lets air get to the eye.

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I’m happy to report that Mollie is doing fantastic with her new family! We’ll let Joan Schaffer, her adoptive mom, keep us updated on her progress.  Thank you Joan for giving Mollie a human family of her own! Mollie was almost at Rainbow Bridge when we picked her up last November.  She’s an Arabian that has a heart of gold and is a determined little filly – she reminds me very much of Beauty, the namesake of Beauty’s Haven, when she came into my life at about the same age as Mollie.

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And now a message from Betsy Rose:

“GUESS WHAT?  Mommy Theresa says there is going to be a virtual birthday party on Facebook for me on Saturday!  I came to Beauty’s Haven on June 14th last year in very poor health – a lot of people never thought I’d live to see my 24th birthday but I believed I could do it! The humans here supported me and helped me for many months before I could live on my own again but they did it because they loved me and they believed in me too!

Mommy Theresa said some of you have asked what I need or want for my birthday. Well, my wish list is short – if anyone wants to send me a present, please consider sending a card with a donation instead so that I can share with my horsey friends here. Some of my friends have no sponsors at all – they all deserve something and I want my day to be their day too!  I’d LOVE to fill up my stall wall with cards!  And Kiana – she doesn’t know what a birthday is – she’ll love it too! You know what the first thing is we all taught Kiana?  TO BELIEVE!  Not just in herself, and that she can overcome her obstacles, but to believe in others that love her too and that the Beauty’s Haven “Village” will never abandon her.  Thank you all!

Oh – one more thing!  I’m going to make a BIG announcement at my virtual birthday party on June 14th on Facebook so please make sure to participate, ok?  I’ll give you a hint – carrots!”

~ Love, Betsy Rose

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An Arabian at the end of a rainbow! How lovely!

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Kiana was moving a little faster today. Slowly, but surely, she is improving!

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Since we have had a number of medical emergencies within the past few months, we have started a new Youcaring fundraiser to assist with the veterinary bills.http://www.youcaring.com/nonprofits/medical-emergencies-/188403

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Have a great night everyone – I’ve got physical therapy in the am so I’ll be offline for much of the day.

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

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Beautiful Mary Has Her Wings May 31 – June 1st 2014 Update

May 31st, 2014

I need to ask for prayers and good thoughts once again – Mary had a severe reaction to something – we don’t know what. The vet said she could have been bitten by something, she could have ingested something, we just don’t know. She had welts all over and she was having trouble breathing. She got fluids and we have been keeping vigil over her all day. Tonight she went into respiratory distress again and appeared to have cramps. The vet said the stress of whatever the allergic reaction was could cause her to cramp and/or colic. We just loaded her up and Bob is on the way to the hospital with her now. No others in her paddock have had any issues.

Mary is a sweetheart – a beautiful and noble Arabian mare. Please pray for her. My heart is very, very heavy.

June 1st

AM: Mary spiked a fever through the night and her WBC is low. She’s been started on antibiotics. We still don’t know what the issue is – they are running tests and treating symptoms. I’m here with Mary – she is not doing well. Dr. Hughes will be here to review their findings in a bit. Mary is in a stall that is just across the aisle from where Wally was. Please continue to pray for her.

I also learned this weekend that a friend and supporter of Beauty’s Haven, Cayle Wingard, has gotten her wings. Cayle loved horses so very much. I hope she’s already met Momma Sue, Wally, Barbaro, and others. She will be greatly missed. And Kathy Malloy lost her beloved Wesley today – I know she is feeling a huge loss and hurt too. It just hasn’t been a good day – my heart is very, very heavy. Sometimes a rescuer needs prayers too – that’s where I am right now.

PM: Please pray that Mary has an easy transition to Rainbow Bridge. Mary is 27 years old. Surgery to attempt to repair a strangulating lipoma/remove a portion of her gut would be very hard on her and her odds low. Mary will leave this earth knowing she is loved. She is a very proud Arabian mare that has earned her wings. I have asked her to take care of our Wally. We love you Mary.

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

#bhfer #mary #rainbowbridge

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