December 21st, 2012
I called Dr. Ryan back out to examine Solace again today and to do another CBC. Solace’s snotty nose was worse this am and he did cough now and then. He has not had a temperature and his appetite has been great. He’s drinking ok and his diarrhea cleared up. He is more animated each day. But something wasn’t right. Dr. Ryan scoped him and learned that mucus was not coming from the guttural pouches. But he did find that Solace’s trachea is surrounded by mucus – a lot of it. An ultrasound was also done which revealed mucus on the lungs but, thankfully, no abscesses were indicated. Dr. Ryan advised that Solace has chronic pneumonia. Based on his symptoms and the ultrasound findings this isn’t a recent illness – he’s been sick for some time. 
An IV catheter was placed so we can administer medications – Solace has been started on antibiotics. He was a good boy – he just stood and let Dr. Ryan do what needed to be done – he was so good that Dr. Ryan gave him a couple of peppermints. 
Dr. Ryan said that for a horse that is a 0.5 on the Henneke scale to be standing and doing as well as Solace is, not considering the pneumonia issue, is more than amazing. Solace has a lot of will – there is no question about that. For the rest of his story – which makes me believe even more that there is a reason he found his way to us – he reportedly came from a farm that slaughters horses and illegally sells horsemeat. How would a horse in this shape get in that predicament? One example… there are a lot of free horses on Craigslist. I get calls from people asking for help placing more than one horse quite a bit – just today I was asked to help a family that has 4 horses that they can no longer keep. So let’s say the owner puts them on Craigslist for free – a kill buyer may contact the person running the ad and offer to take the horses – he just happened to be looking for a horse for each of his family members. Well, when he gets there to pick up the horses, 1 out of 3 of the horses may be in bad shape, but he will take the thin one anyway just to get the other two that are of good weight. And the thin and sickly ones, like Solace, that have no fat or muscle – they are not desired by kill buyers so they get dumped. And horses are often found wandering – just like Ambrosia. It’s sad and sickening – but it is reality.
Solace is tucked into a stall with some heat lamps and a warm blanket. He adores his mash. And we adore him. His recovery is going to take awhile. More tests may be needed but at this time Dr. Ryan didn’t want to stress Solaces’ body anymore than it already is. We’ll give him some time on the antibiotics – time for him to get stronger. Thank you for caring about him – please keep him in your prayers.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://bhfer.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb
Alyse needs prayers!!!
I need to ask prayers. So many things going on at once here – it’s not been a good day. Apparently Alyse has been sick for a few days – we’re going to pick her up from the adopter’s. She may have eaten something toxic to horses. Prayers please for Alyse (and me)! Stressed to the max and was supposed to spend 11 – 3 pm with our kids today.
Update: Pam has Alyse on the trailer and is on her way here – vet is on his way too. Her HR, RR, and temp are all up high. Doesn’t sound good – please pray for her. She is such a sweet girl. We need another miracle. Hold on Alyse – please!
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
Merry Christmas Eve!!
Happy Christmas Eve everyone!
It’s going to be a beautiful and busy day!
Hollie is doing very well! She’s a very sweet girl and I’m so happy she’s here.
Hollie is doing very well! She’s a very sweet girl and I’m so happy she’s here.
And our little Penny is growing up! She’s now in with Dora and Starbuck and they run and play and have a good time. Yesterday morning we had frost on the ground and the babies looked like little running jumping beans in their blankets hopping around and playing!
Aaleyah Belle in her new blankie from Auntie Sue Roth!
Yesterday morning – Jack Frost had been here!
Nevada is doing well too! He’s a very handsome boy.
Can’t forget to share the good news about Dora – she’s going to her new human home in a couple of weeks! This blankie was Baby Girl’s but she’s passed it down to Dora for now.
Melissa Ingram
Adoptions/Events/Web Marketing
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Aged PMU Percheron mare needs a home….
I am still trying to find a home for this mare – please spread the word. She needs medical attention (an issue with her ears) and is living on vacant land. The thought of her just being there – no hay or grain – is very upsetting.
This mare still needs a safe place to go. Her owner moved to another state and the boarding facility where the mare is (Avon Park, FL) wants her gone by the end of December. She is a 25 year old PMU mare. Please share this out and help to find her a home. The owner says the mare is UTD on shots and coggins.
If anyone can help please contact me ASAP.
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
Solace Update – He’s Still Weak
December 22nd and 23rd, 2012
Solace didn’t have as much snots today. At times he is somewhat perky and alert but he does tire easily. His immune system is very weak. He has a long way to go but his attitude is positive which says a lot for a horse in his condition – he’s already defied the odds. His positive attitude will help a lot in his recovery. When a body is starved it will take protein from its vital tissues, including the heart and GI tract. I am still being asked if he will make it. And my answer is still – only time will tell.
Solace yesterday morning. It was COLD! He had is blanket and I found a fleece that kept his tummy warm too. It was a little big on him but he didn’t mind.
Getting his meds – he’s always good for this. This morning getting ready to go outside – he looks forward to getting out of the stall.
And the day warmed up – it was actually perfect! We cancelled Solace’s dental appointment for today – he needs to get better first.
But when you find a horse in his condition that greets you in the morning looking like this it sure makes you feel good and it gives hope.
Solace needs a miracle – but miracles do happen and I believe!
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
Solace – A Little Setback
December 21st, 2012
I called Dr. Ryan back out to examine Solace again today and to do another CBC. Solace’s snotty nose was worse this am and he did cough now and then. He has not had a temperature and his appetite has been great. He’s drinking ok and his diarrhea cleared up. He is more animated each day. But something wasn’t right. Dr. Ryan scoped him and learned that mucus was not coming from the guttural pouches. But he did find that Solace’s trachea is surrounded by mucus – a lot of it. An ultrasound was also done which revealed mucus on the lungs but, thankfully, no abscesses were indicated. Dr. Ryan advised that Solace has chronic pneumonia. Based on his symptoms and the ultrasound findings this isn’t a recent illness – he’s been sick for some time.
An IV catheter was placed so we can administer medications – Solace has been started on antibiotics. He was a good boy – he just stood and let Dr. Ryan do what needed to be done – he was so good that Dr. Ryan gave him a couple of peppermints.
Dr. Ryan said that for a horse that is a 0.5 on the Henneke scale to be standing and doing as well as Solace is, not considering the pneumonia issue, is more than amazing. Solace has a lot of will – there is no question about that. For the rest of his story – which makes me believe even more that there is a reason he found his way to us – he reportedly came from a farm that slaughters horses and illegally sells horsemeat. How would a horse in this shape get in that predicament? One example… there are a lot of free horses on Craigslist. I get calls from people asking for help placing more than one horse quite a bit – just today I was asked to help a family that has 4 horses that they can no longer keep. So let’s say the owner puts them on Craigslist for free – a kill buyer may contact the person running the ad and offer to take the horses – he just happened to be looking for a horse for each of his family members. Well, when he gets there to pick up the horses, 1 out of 3 of the horses may be in bad shape, but he will take the thin one anyway just to get the other two that are of good weight. And the thin and sickly ones, like Solace, that have no fat or muscle – they are not desired by kill buyers so they get dumped. And horses are often found wandering – just like Ambrosia. It’s sad and sickening – but it is reality.
Solace is tucked into a stall with some heat lamps and a warm blanket. He adores his mash. And we adore him. His recovery is going to take awhile. More tests may be needed but at this time Dr. Ryan didn’t want to stress Solaces’ body anymore than it already is. We’ll give him some time on the antibiotics – time for him to get stronger. Thank you for caring about him – please keep him in your prayers.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://bhfer.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb
Aged PMU Percheron mare needs a home….
This mare still needs a safe place to go. Her owner moved to another state and the boarding facility where the mare is (Avon Park, FL) wants her gone by the end of December. She is a 25 year old PMU mare. Please share this out and help to find her a home. The owner says the mare is UTD on shots and coggins.
Contact the owner via this link: http://orlando.craigslist.org/grd/3448325324.html
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
Solace – Something Isn’t Right
December 20th, 2012
Why can’t the weather be more cooperative? Near 80 today and now it looks like it is going to pour but it’s not supposed to for another couple of hours. Temps going to a “feels like” of about 38 degrees tonight. Dr. Ryan is going to come tomorrow – Solace still has a runny nose and I’ve heard him cough a few times today. But no temperature and he’s eating and drinking. His poop actually looks about normal.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://bhfer.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb
Solace This Morning…
December 19th, 2012
Dr. Bess was running late last evening so we rescheduled Solace’s dental evaluation for Sunday which was probably a good thing – Solace was a bit tired yesterday. It was a cold night and he was at the gate asking for his warm mash this morning. So, here goes another day…
I’ll update this afternoon. Please keep the prayers coming for Solace – I believe in miracles! Have a blessed day everyone!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Solace Update Tuesday AM
December 18th, 2012
Dr. Bess is coming late today to look at Solace’s mouth – it’s a train wreck in there. His temp is a little low this morning and he has a snotty nose.
Solace in his little sheet. The weather is nuts here but it’s supposed to feel like 40 degrees here tonight. The winds on our property are horrible in the cold season but a blessing in the hot months.
Dr. Ryan will also be coming today. I will update more later.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Solace – He’s Totally Exhausted
December 17th, 2012
Solace is in incredibly wonderful and forgiving horse. Today, for the first time since he arrived, he finally laid down for a bit – I was glad because he looked totally exhausted. He did get somewhat of a much needed bath. His legs and backside got washed – it was too windy to give him a whole bath. He is passing oil and his poops are not quite as loose. He still has a bit of a nasal discharge. Dr. Ryan will be out tomorrow to listen to his lungs again. When Dr. Tanya was here yesterday his gut sounds prevented her from assessing his lungs very well.
I’m sorry my update is so short tonight but it’s very busy here. Yesterday afternoon we had a wonderful get together with many of the volunteers which Bob and I enjoyed very much. And today is pretty much over and I still have much more to get done. If you have emailed or PM’d me and I haven’t responded, I apologize. All messages are important to me – I just have not had much needed time in the office.
Thank you to everyone that has helped Solace. It’s nothing short of a miracle that he is even able to walk. Some have asked me if I think he will make it and I’m reluctant to answer a question such as that. Sadly, we’ve been down this road enough to know that things can change quickly and there may be some issues that have not been discovered yet. It’s something that only time will tell but we will do everything we can to give him everything he needs to improve. Please continue to keep him in your prayers – we need a miracle. Believe…
Greg Ambrose has added two new pictures to the Beauty’s Haven gallery that are available for purchase (which the rescue directly benefits from) that can be seen at: http://gra.photoshelter.com/gallery/Beautys-Haven/G0000_f.QHAPkboQ/C0000aComXSozr6I. Please take a minute to look at them by clicking on the link – the photo that so many loved with Hollie and Starbuck is there too! One of the new ones is of the Christmas Trio – it would make a beautiful Christmas card and there is a new one there of Solace also!
Sincerely,
Theresa Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization