Dr. Ryan examined Genesis today. He let Dr. Ryan do what needed to be done without hesitation. Genesis has a couple of places on his scrotum that we will be keeping a close eye on that could be cancerous. He has what Dr. Ryan believes to be a scrotal/inguinal hernia which is of good size.
Genesis has a dislocated lens in his right eye. The lens is cloudy (cataract) and is floating in the front of the eye – it is no longer fixed by the suspensory ligament. Dr. Ryan says this is the first time he’s ever seen a case like this.
Genesis was also very good for his bath. He is quite the horse – very cooperative, kind, and curious.
He has inflammation and infection above the coronary band on every foot that we are treating. They are all “ouchy.” He will be getting a hooficure on Saturday.
His feet are going to take quite awhile to heal. I’m very glad he is patient and stands for doctoring. We are waiting for his lab work to come back. He truly is a gentle giant and we are very glad he’s here. Thank you to everyone that has donated to help him – he is going to need more help with monthly care costs after this initial month.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Today
It was a GREAT day here at the rescue – we had lots of young adults come out to help from the University of Florida!
Almost all of the horses got a bath and blankets got cleaned – and we all made new friends!
And guess who the BIG star was… yep – Gentleman! I’ll post an update with pictures tomorrow but I’m done for the day – I’m totally beat!
Tomorrow I hope to get caught up on some emails – way behind there and I apologize.
Have a great night everyone!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Genesis’ Hooficure
What a good boy…. The inflammation above his coronary bands is painful but he stands diligently for daily treatment.
And he was very good for his hooficure today. Pam delivered a pretty new red halter to him today and it looks perfectly handsome on him!
And mentioning hooficures – we have several being done tomorrow! Would anyone like to sponsor a horse or two? Any amount would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Genesis Update 09/26/12
Dr. Ryan examined Genesis today. He let Dr. Ryan do what needed to be done without hesitation. Genesis has a couple of places on his scrotum that we will be keeping a close eye on that could be cancerous. He has what Dr. Ryan believes to be a scrotal/inguinal hernia which is of good size.
Genesis has a dislocated lens in his right eye. The lens is cloudy (cataract) and is floating in the front of the eye – it is no longer fixed by the suspensory ligament. Dr. Ryan says this is the first time he’s ever seen a case like this.
Genesis was also very good for his bath. He is quite the horse – very cooperative, kind, and curious.
He has inflammation and infection above the coronary band on every foot that we are treating. They are all “ouchy.” He will be getting a hooficure on Saturday.
His feet are going to take quite awhile to heal. I’m very glad he is patient and stands for doctoring. We are waiting for his lab work to come back. He truly is a gentle giant and we are very glad he’s here. Thank you to everyone that has donated to help him – he is going to need more help with monthly care costs after this initial month.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Genesis
I’ve named the Clydesdale "Genesis." He has settled in well and is such a love. Another gentle giant – he is huge! He is of good weight. He has a cataract in his right eye. But I have some other concerns about his health but I’ll hold them close until Dr. Ryan examines him tomorrow. Hopefully I’m just a worry wart and there isn’t anything wrong that can’t be managed.
Have a great night everyone – I’m not feeling well and am off to bed early. God bless!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
The Clyde is here…
The Clyde is here. I’ll update more later – sometimes I just have shut down for a little while and that’s where I am right now. Dr. Ryan will be out tomorrow.
I will say that I’m glad this boy is here and that his road to recovery has begun.
We still need help with his monthly expenses starting this time next month. I’m sure we’ll need more than what we estimated for the first month’s vetting needs but will have a better idea of this tomorrow.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Cisco Update 09/24/12
Cisco is feeling better. His lab work came back yesterday and he’s dealing with sand in his gut (he’s been oiled) and a heavy parasite load which we will tackle slowly. He’s such a sweet boy and is just a joy to be around. He’s more active and alert – it’s really great to see!
I’ll get better pictures tomorrow – I spent much of today trying to resolve computer issues – now I’m having camera issues!
Thank you all for keeping Cisco in your prayers.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Can we help this Clydesdale gelding?
We were asked a few days ago to help a 20 yr old Clydesdale gelding. He was a rescue – the person that took him in rehabilitated him and he was doing well. But then owner went back to nursing school and found she could no longer afford to care for him. She found him a new home but there was a horse there that decided she didn’t like him. He got beat up pretty bad and when his previous owner found out what happened she took him back but he now needs a home ASAP. We haven’t met him but his owner says he’s very sweet and is low – like at the bottom. We’re told he’s very laid back and is a very nice boy – he just needs to find the right forever home where he won’t be picked on.
Morgan LaFaye went to her new forever home yesterday and Willow will be leaving this coming Wednesday. This frees up some space.
We would like to help this horse but to do that we need sponsors to help with his care. Pam is taking Willow to her new home on Wednesday – this Clyde is close to her destination so Pam could pick him up on the way back and bring him to the rescue. Would anyone like to help us to help this handsome boy?
If anyone would like to help with a one time donation or sign up to be a monthly sponsor please email me at bhfer. No amount is too small and all donations are tax deductible. God bless and thank you!
PS – Morgan seems very happy in her new home with her new best friend!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Cisco update
Dr. Ryan tubed and oiled Cisco. Blood work was done. He thinks Cisco is just gassy. Cisco has passed poop a few times today. He’s going to stay in a stall for awhile so we can monitor his water intake, etc. He’s such a good boy about everything. I would love to know about his past. He’s got beautiful, wise, and kind eyes.
I am going to dinner with my son at the AMVETS but Bob, Kylie, and Barbara are here. I won’t be gone long and I’ll have my cell phone with me. I don’t get out much and when Joshua asked me to go I said “Yes!” I’ll update again tonight though. Maybe I can get my camera to communicate with my computer and post better pictures.
Thank you all for saying prayers for Cisco. He’s a gem!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
Cisco – Dr. Ryan
We’ve kept a close eye on Cisco all morning. He ate his breakfast just fine – a mushy meal. But after breakfast he trotted over to the shade of the tree by my office and laid down – he just didn’t seem right. He didn’t look painful but I talked with Dr. Ryan anyway and gave Cisco some Banamine. Cisco then got up and grazed and walked around. He ate some of his soupy lunch but didn’t finish it. And then he went down again. We got him up and he got a good bath and is now in a stall with the fans on him. He’s down again. Dr. Ryan is on his way. He’s drinking and passing poop. Please say a prayer for him. Sorry the picture is so bad. My camera and computer are still not talking to each other correctly.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org
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A beautiful card – Ambrosia
I just received a beautiful card from the wonderful team of caregivers at UF about the loss of Ambrosia. She truly was surrounded by people that loved her. She touched so many hearts.
My mare, Beauty, is my aromatherapy – her smell calms me like nothing else can. Well, Ambrosia did the same. I miss her. I miss her smell, her little whinnies, everything about her. Maybe someday I can talk about her without getting tears in my eyes.
Ambrosia would make anyone having a bad day feel good. She was just that kind of mare. Thank you all for caring about her.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org