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Around the Farm at Beauty’s Haven

We caught another kitten yesterday, from the feral colony that stays around our storage buildings. She is about seven months old. A growth was sadly discovered under her tongue so she was scheduled for surgery today in order to have it removed. She is now back home after doing just fine during the course of her surgery, spay, examination and vaccine administration, and she will be ready to rejoin her friends in a couple of days. If anyone would like to assist with the veterinary expenses ($452) of this precious little kitten, please click on the ‘DONATE’ button below.

On Sunday, I took twenty minutes from my very busy schedule for some much needed ‘me’ time! It was so wonderful to be back in the saddle, riding past Mo, Walker, Aaleyah Belle, Dancer, Jo, and Danni who were all out and about enjoying the beautiful weather.

Sweet Flint is always smiling! He is just a ‘makes you feel good’ kind of guy! Flint is in charge of this month’s hooficure fundraiser so please assist him in raising the necessary funds, so all his friends here at Beauty’s Haven will have ‘Happy Feet.’ The average cost per hooficure is $45, so if you are in a position to help, please click on the ‘DONATE’ button below.

Lastly, for your enjoyment, a video of CaryLou, who is always in the ‘ready, set, go’ mode,’ which can be viewed by clicking on the image above. At the start of the video, notice how CaryLou stops for a few seconds and stares right into the lens of the camera to make certain that all eyes are upon him! CaryLou has always been and will forever be, such a hoot!

Thank you, all, for your continued love and support!

Sincerely,
Theresa

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MORE HORSES IN NEED

Recently, we were contacted about four horses that needed homes. We couldn’t take them all, but we did bring in one, an older Arabian mare who needed extra care sooner than later. We named her Kalista and she is doing just fine as is our sweet boy, Flint. As for the other three, prayers were answered and we were able to find a good home for them, together! They were vetted last week; their Coggins arrived on Friday and they traveled to their new home over the weekend.

We would also like to introduce Beau, another newcomer. We don’t know much about his past but I can tell you that he’s been through quite a bit emotionally.

He was vetted a few days ago and his blood tests results showed quite a few high and low values – his immune system has truly taken a beating. He’s in quarantine with a snotty nose and cough, believed to be caused by allergies. His temperature is normal as are his respiration and heart rates, he eats well and he is active. He has been dewormed and his fecal count came back positive.

Physically, Beau doesn’t look very bad, but mentally, he has some healing to do. Mental stress can lead to physical illness. For now, he gets to just mellow out and experience the joy of just being a horse. If anyone would like to help sponsor Beau by making a one time or recurring donation, please click the donate button below. Sending good thoughts and prayers for Beau would also be greatly appreciated.

We don’t post updates as often as we’d like, but please believe that we are constantly working to help horses here and anywhere we can. But we can only do this because of your support. You ALL make a difference! Thank you!

Sincerely,
Theresa

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A Valentine’s Day Wish

The ‘Velvet Nosers’ here at Beauty’s Haven are eagerly awaiting Valentine’s Day and they truly hope that each of their ‘Aunties’ and ‘Uncles’ will send them a ‘Virtual Valentine!’ All you have to do is forward a $10 donation with the name of the equine, dog or cat who you would very much love to be your Valentine. Of course, you may send a Valentine to more than one member of our beloved herd and if you wish to forward a donation greater than $10, that would be so very much appreciated as well.

Our beloved little herd is comprised of: Aaleyah Belle, Addi, Amira, Arabian Mare, Bouie, CaryLou, Dancer, Dani, Ebony, Elka, Flint, Ford, Frodo, Jazzy, JoJo, Jo, Lily, Lucy, Luiji, Magic, Mishka, Mo, Peaches, Sassy, Tobias, Valley Girl, Walker, Warrior, Willow, Shadow, Allie, Gizmo, Oreo & Pearle.

So, if you would like to make one of our ‘Velvet Nosers’ truly happy this Valentine’s Day, just click on the ‘DONATE’ button below and please include the name of your very special Valentine.

Sincerely,
Theresa

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Arabian Mare Update

I apologize for the delay in providing a more timely update; things have been incredibly busy here. I’ve received a surge of calls over the past few days from people wanting to surrender their horses. This has been quite overwhelming for me – I hate having to turn any horse away.

Yesterday, the vet came out to examine and perform bloodwork on the new Arabian mare. The results indicate typical issues for horses that haven’t been getting adequate nutrition. She also has a large knot on the right side of her head which most likely, is the result of a previous injury, possibly a kick.

The melanomas around her anus are quite pronounced. We plan to place her on the same protocol as Magic in hope of preventing any further progression. Magic has had significant melanomas in the past, but thankfully, they have remained stable for many years.

Her mane and tail were brushed and it took her quite some time to adjust to having a usable tail again, but she’s very sweet and she seems genuinely appreciative of the care she is receiving. She was scheduled for a much needed hooficure today.

We accomplished much today, thanks to our volunteers, Jenny, Pam, Tara, Melissa, Rachel, Jan and her daughter, Amethyst. They all do such a great job and we truly appreciate them very much.

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Backbreaking Day Brightened by Resident “Super Model”

Yesterday was truly a backbreaking day to say the least! As the tractor is no longer functioning and is in need of major repairs, Bob and I had to manually unload big bales of hay which was not only tiresome, but took away many valuable hours from caring for our herd. The tractor, like the golf carts, is one of our most important tools here at the rescue, as we use it to haul hay, pull fence posts, together with many other tasks. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to address erosion issues until it is repaired.

Since the cost of repairing this essential piece of equipment is quite expensive at $3,500, any help with this need would not only be very much appreciated, but would greatly reduce our work load here at the farm.

If you are in a position to assist with this need, please CLICK HERE TO DONATE. If you are unable to contribute at this time, we truly understand.

The bright spot in all this? Our beautiful and sweet Addi, strutting around the farm and showing us how all the “Pretty Girls Walk.” See video below. She is most certainly Beauty’s Haven’s resident super model!

Thank you, all, for your love and support and please stay safe and warm!

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