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Harvey am update…

Updates from this am until 1:30 today…

This am: Gracie is a good momma. She’s about to get a hooficure while waiting on vet. Called the vet out because the baby’s IV isn’t working.

And Harvey’s back right leg is swollen and warm. He does not have a temperature. He’s nursing. But he’s also running around like a little rabbit all over the place. He wipes out and gets right back up and goes again.

So Gracie got her hooficure while the vet’s checked out Harvey. She’s a good girl.

Getting ready to tap the joint.

Didn’t see much when they tried to draw fluid so we are praying it’s just swelling from him jumping around the stall like a rabbit.

Harvey was up and nursing not long after.

So now we wait on the blood work. Harvey has had his couple of days to settle in and Dr. Ryan says he’s ready for surgery provided the blood work is ok. We are prepared to take him to the hospital for corrective surgery for his luxated patella. He’s so active I’m afraid he’ll end up injuring himself.

The surgery he needs is not unusual on dogs. But horses, well, it’s rare. However, Harvey is small – only about 25 lbs, if that. He has a good chance!

Harvey was in Horse and Man today – a special Bucket Fund just for him! http://horseandman.com/?p=26589. Thank you Dawn!

Please keep him in your prayers. His name, Harvey, means “warrior” and he does have a lively and bold spirit and huge determination! He’s come this far – he just has to be ok. God bless Harvey and all of you for caring. 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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Harvey’s background post from yesterday and YouTube

Gracie is an 8 year old mini mare that delivered a baby boy on or about May 14th. It’s not exactly known when he was born – the owners had been out of town. But when they found him he was unable to stand. Baby and mom were taken to a hospital where the baby had plasma (he had been unable to nurse and his IGG was very low) and antibiotics were started via IV. Once stable, more tests and x-rays were done and it was determined he had right hind patella luxation – a congenital defect which left his back left leg unable to be used. He hops around on 3 legs and is very good at it! Surgery would be expensive and require some aftercare. His owners had spent $2000+ dollars on him already and were at the end of the line for funds.

Nobody wanted to euthanize this precious boy and that would have been the next step – but a series of events led the owner to us. Before agreeing to take them in, I spoke with the attending vet as well as vets at UF about needed surgery. His attitude is positive and he is doing very well. He has a good chance of living a good life with the surgery. The alternative was to be euthanized. We were his last hope – could we take him and his mom? Well, how could we say no? We couldn’t! We do believe he was meant to find his way here – there is more to the story about how he got his name, and how he got here, but I’ll have to share that a bit later. BTW – "Harvey" means warrior!

His is a fighter with a love for life – you’ll see it in this video! [youtube http://youtube.com/w/?v=sgWbukVBQ3g]

Harvey does have a long road ahead of him. He has eyes on him 24/7. Even though he is doing well, we know babies can crash pretty fast . Please keep him in your prayers.

Needed surgery won’t be inexpensive. We are a non-profit rescue organization with no paid staff. We work totally from donations from others. Donations are tax deductible and no amount is too small. Please consider helping us to help Harvey get the surgery he needs. You can donate via PayPal to address theresa via our website at www.bhfer.org or via http://horseandman.com/?p=26589.

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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Baby update

I apologize for not getting this out last night – it’s been super busy. So this was yesterday’s info…

"Mommy Theresa I saw that new little boy and I want to play with him!"

Lucy is very interested in the newbies. She has been at their stall gate a lot watching them.

Harvey is adorable! In the wake of the Oklahoma tragedy we needed a little light – something to help us remember there is always hope and to keep the faith. This little guy brings much needed smiles and I look forward to sharing his story with you.

He gets around pretty good on 3 legs but he tires easily.

Gracie got her teeth done today. She is a very sweet girl and a good mommy.

Stetson is doing great! He got his teeth done his am too.

Please go to this link and vote for "Kylie", this is to benefit the horses at Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue! http://bit.ly/13G8P0z

Don’t forget about our auction item:

AUCTION ITEM: CURRENT BID:$165
This beautiful Horse hair bracelet was made by Lisa Austin of Crazy4ponytales. It is made from the hair of Little E! Please make sure to e-mail all bids to bhfer.melissa. Remember that all proceeds go towards the care of the horses, so please share!
Auction starts: 5-15-13 Auction Ends:5-27-13 at noon
Bidding increments: $5

We need to raise funds for his vetting and surgery (est. $3000) at the University of Florida – here is a link to read more about Harvey. Harvey means “Warrior” and this little guy is brave and determined! http://horseandman.com/category/bucket-fund-stories/

Currently: I’m waiting on the vet to arrive. We give Harvey antibiotics via IV but last night his cath quit working. Please pray for Harvey – he’s got a long road ahead of him.

God bless and have a great day!

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New addition…

Good morning everyone! I’d love to start your day out (hopefully) with a smile. This was precious cargo that Pam delivered to us around midnight last night. Gracie and her 1 week old baby that has a congenital defect in his back leg that can be surgically repaired. We were his last hope in making that happen – he was facing euthanization. He weighs about 20 lbs. but gets around well.

He looks like a little angel when he naps!

In the wake of the Oklahoma tragedy, I know I needed something to make me smile – well, the liveliness and determination of this little guy definitely brings about smiles! God bless and have a great day!

I’ll share more about this story but right now I have to finish feeding and the dentist is coming.

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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Amy and her baby…

Dr. Thacker has come and gone. I don’t know what to say other than we’re in a bit of shock right now. Ariel is doing ok – should foal any day now.

Amy, the 24 year old that the vet had said could have problems, at some point lost her baby. Dr. Thacker is the same vet that palpated/ultrasounded Amy back in January. I remember when Amy was body clipped on Feb 23 we laughed at seeing the baby move. We brought the mares in to live around the barn in mid April. So whatever happened, I think happened between that period of time. We’ll never know but I’m glad Amy is ok.

So, Amy will be going on a diet and we’ll be continue to pray that Ariel delivers a healthy and happy baby.

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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Princess, Solace, Amy, Ariel Need Vet Help

May 20th, 2013

We hope everyone is had a great weekend. I hate asking for more help but it’s only because of help from others that we are able to do what we do.

The vet is coming out today and we need help with:

– examine/ultrasound Amy and Ariel.

– examine Solace.  He seems to feel ok but there is an odor coming from his nose which may indicate infection.  The vet said he man need x-rays.

– Princess needs both front feet x-rayed.

– We need to resupply some medications (Banamine, SMZ’s, etc.)

– We will need funds to have Stetson gelded when he is ready. Vet will be checking him again today. He’s doing well.

– We need a lot of flymasks in sizes mini, horse and Arabian. Several of the ones we have are just plain worn out and between the flies, lime rock road dust, no-see-um’s and blowing sand we use a lot. We try to have 2 on hand for most horses – one to wear while the other gets cleaned.

– Flyspray & flytraps

– We’re going to need hay by the end of the week.

Donations can be made via PayPal to Theresa or via various ways through our “Donate” page at www.bhfer.org/donate.  The vet’s office can be called directly at 352-237-6151.

I’ll try to post pictures with an update from the weekend and today later this afternoon. It’s already very busy here but I had to take a minute to reach out for help.  Thank you all – have a blessed day!

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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TODAY is the event in IL!!! POST/CROSSPOST!!

We have supporters in Illinois!

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Solace, Lucy, CaryLou, Wally, and Beauty!

Solace wasn’t feeling himself today – he had a high temperature. He got cold hosed and some Banamine. This evening his temperature is normal and his appetite is good. Hopefully it was just a passing bug.

Are they all not adorable? Lucy, Wally, and yes – CaryLou is pretending to be taking a nap!

Ceri under saddle today for the first time since she has been with us. She’s a lovely Arabian mare.

Kylie and Roxy bathed four horses today – including Beauty (“founder” of BHFER and my heart horse!).

I didn’t watch the Preakness but was very happy to learn that there were no breakdowns.  Congratulations to all – they are all winners in my book!

Good night everyone – thank you all for caring and for your continued support!

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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Little E Horsehair Bracelet!

AUCTION ITEM:
CURRENT BID: $150
This beautiful horse hair bracelet was made by Lisa Austin of Crazy4ponytales. It is made from the hair of our elder Arabian named Little E!

Please make sure to e-mail all bids to bhfer.melissa
Remember that all proceeds go towards the care of the horses, so please share!
Auction Ends: 5-27-13 at noon Minimum bid: $50 Bidding increments: $5

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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