This past weekend was very busy. On Saturday, UF students came out to visit and to do an interview. I always love it when we have an opportunity to share the horses, their stories, and raise awareness about helping horses! 
The joy seen on the ladies faces when they put their hands on the horses, was priceless!
Daisy is simply adorable. She LOVES to be loved on. She comes over and literally lays her head across my lap (on those rare occasions when I get to sit down) asking for scratches.
Dr. Mangen was out a few days ago to treat Daisy again – he’s very pleased with what we are seeing. The mass under her right eye is smaller and appears to be sloughing off. We still believe!!!!
Our trio of trouble! They are hilarious – just love them all!
"Shhhh Mommy Theresa! We can’t talk now, ok? We’re playing Hide and Go Seek with CaryLou and we don’t want him to find us behind this tree!"
So we have two diva’s living at the barn now. They’ve come to some sort of mutual understanding which is very good. Beauty senses that Betsy Rose is fragile, I’m sure. Anyone else and she’d pin her ears to warn them away or just simply run them off. Beauty stands in front of Cookie’s stall door a good part of the day and makes faces at Cookie.
What is the first thing the girls do after a bath? That’s Aaleyah Belle standing and Baby Girl rolling.
Can anyone guess whose nose was peeking around at me in the golf cart? It’s a give away! LOL
Two simply stunning horses – Donovan and Athena.
Yesterday was a perfect day for laying sod – it was overcast with a nice breeze. We had a lot of help for this project and it got done in record time! Now, we just need a few more pallets to try to fix erosion issues around the barn and at the smaller paddocks.
Betsy Rose, Freckles, and Vermont Bear checking out their Easter basket! So cute! Betsy Rose is always so thankful for every little thing.
The boys sure enjoyed their Easter Day!
"Jazzy do you think we look like bunny rabbits? We have whiskers, a cotton tail, and long ears! Do you think mommy Theresa is going to make us wear our masks today? I don’t think bunny rabbits wear masks. Maybe we’ll get out of it today! Let’s go try to hop on down the bunny trail! I know we don’t have a bunny trail, but we can make one up as we go along!"
The boys most certainly, loved being bunnies for Easter…..
"Vermont Bear do you think me and Jazzy look like bunny rabbits? I think the bow tie thing on the head looks a little silly. Bunnies don’t wear bow ties, do they?"
JoJo practiced his hopping skills – he hopped up on the porch when Elizabeth and I started to put things away. Oh my gosh these boys don’t realize they are not humans at times!
Daisy seemed to really understand how it important it was to the boys that they look like bunny rabbits for awhile. And they did – by the stretch of our imagination.
I think Daisy enjoyed watching the boys get their wish of being bunnies for a day! She’s like a big sister to them. They all got an Easter basket.
How often can you see the sun and the moon in the same photo? It was beautiful! The moon is off to the right – little white dot in the middle of the sky.
I told Willow she’s coming to the rescue tomorrow! Her response was simply priceless! Her coggins came back and she’s all set. If anyone would like to help with her monthly care costs, donations can be made via various ways through the "Donate" page of our website at bhfer. All donations are tax deductible and no amount is too small.
Today Willow begins a new chapter in her life.
Willow looks much better without her fuzzy coat. I think she’s even gained some weight over the last week. Everything is so new to her. She’s talking up a storm!
Willow will be getting her teeth done on Thursday by Dr. Bess Darrow and her Hooficure later in the week – maybe Saturday.
#ASPCA Help a Horse Day Community Come Together! April 11 – 12 2015 Update
We had a wonderful day on Saturday with approximately, thirty visitors. Wanda and many members of her wonderful 4H group spent the day giving baths, clipping, and even helping with other chores. It’s always a fun and productive day when they come and we appreciate them so very much! Wanda’s challenge was JoJo! He was a good boy, considering he is JoJo! He doesn’t like to stand still for very long and it was his first (and likely only) body clip. His baby hair was just so thick and that first clip always requires extra assistance! Jazzy will get clipped as well but Daisy’s coat is just fine.
Rosemary, Vicki, Terri, and Lorilie did a great job clipping many of the horses! This has become an annual event for them that is very much appreciated! That’s Ola in the background giving Little E a hooficure – it was spa day for him!
Little E wasn’t too happy about waiting on line to get clipped. Look at that face!
But once the clipping began Little E was quite happy! He’s our eldest here now and is quite precious.
JoJo now gets to sport his flysheet on sunny days! He didn’t throw himself down and have a fit like he did last year. LOL
Bouie always loves extra attention. All the mini’s got a good grooming.
Matilda felt very special with four people clipping her at once! She stood like a pro – she really enjoyed it!
Sophie was a good girl too and enjoyed getting rid of excess hair, I’m sure! She has Cushings. Just look at that cute smile on her face!
Our paddocks have even more wonderful hearts now.
Betsy Rose got lots of attention too. She stayed in the aisle way with Beauty most of the day – thankfully, there was a cool breeze.
Peaches getting lots of attention and a much needed bath.
Wanda and CaryLou have a standing annual date for his body clipping. It took a little longer this year – he’s grown a bit. The faces he made were priceless! Caleb did a great job helping his mom, but we very much missed Martina.
CaryLou’s punk doo always makes me laugh! So, here’s the pretty colors and pattern he hides under his winter coat…
Members of the UF Equestrian Team also spent much of the day helping out. They met all of the horses and some even got slimed by Aaleyah Belle! Many thanks to the team and to Marie, a much appreciated volunteer (who has been with us for a few years) for all of their hard work and their time!
Donovan was a BIG hit – everyone loves him!
Kylie introducing everyone to Matilda. Kylie has been volunteering for a few years now and we appreciate her very much!
Everyone helped out where needed – it was a great day!
Willow is doing well but since she’s learned what her legs can do, she hasn’t stopped moving! We were told she’s an Appendix but I wonder – I could swear I saw her doing a four beat ambling gait on Sunday afternoon showing off for Magic. She is a very beautiful, honest, inquisitive, girl that will give someone her all. We are taking applications on her now but she won’t be ready for a few weeks. I’m sure she was pretty amazed with all of the people here on Saturday. She had her first much needed hooficure .
Beauty stood in the center aisleway of the barn most of the day to oversee all the happenings. She’s still got a ways to go with her front feet but she will get there. She’s the reason Beauty’s Haven came to be.
Lucy after she was clipped. She’s very cute and I’m sure she feels much better.
Lucy has Big Head Disease (Bran Disease). Lucy’s head has actually gone down in size since her arrival in March 2012. She had been rescued by Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary and taken to UF where she was treated for colic. She also had trouble eating and breathing. A total tracheotomy was done, but the vets suggested that she be put down – her liver values were horrible and she couldn’t move her jaw to either eat or drink well. Kari had previously asked another rescue if they could offer assistance and they responded that they could help Lucy – they would bury her 3′ under! Kari then contacted us to see if we could help. I went to the hospital to meet Lucy and felt strongly that her body just needed time – she had lots of light in her eyes, eyes that appeared to be screaming for a chance. She was brought to the rescue the following day. We fed her via IV’s and then, after her little veins collapsed, she was fed orally with Wel-Gel. Over the next few days, she improved. The vets from UF called at the end of the first and second weeks to check on Lucy – fearful that she did not survive and when they learned she was still very much alive, and improving, they were both very happy and relieved to say the least! At Beauty’s Haven, we never give up and we truly believe in miracles as we’ve experienced them firsthand! One can clearly see Lucy’s cheekbones now! When she first arrived at the rescue, her head was huge! She’s an incredibly sweet little mare with such a huge presence – everyone loves Lucy!
Lucy, upon her arrival in March 2012.
Barbara doing her best to keep the little ones from destroying the sod that was put down last weekend.
GO GATORS!!!!
Come to our ASPCA Help a Horse Day event on April 25th and meet Daisy and her awesome care team! Drs. Porter, Mangan, and Simonson will be there! Learn about the way in which to prevent and recognize tumors and what the various diagnostics and treatments are. It could save a life! Please make sure to RSVP!#ASPCA #helpahorse #bhfer #kickingcancer
Easter Weekend Update Word Press
This past weekend was very busy. On Saturday, UF students came out to visit and to do an interview. I always love it when we have an opportunity to share the horses, their stories, and raise awareness about helping horses!
The joy seen on the ladies faces when they put their hands on the horses, was priceless!
Daisy is simply adorable. She LOVES to be loved on. She comes over and literally lays her head across my lap (on those rare occasions when I get to sit down) asking for scratches.
Dr. Mangen was out a few days ago to treat Daisy again – he’s very pleased with what we are seeing. The mass under her right eye is smaller and appears to be sloughing off. We still believe!!!!
Our trio of trouble! They are hilarious – just love them all!
"Shhhh Mommy Theresa! We can’t talk now, ok? We’re playing Hide and Go Seek with CaryLou and we don’t want him to find us behind this tree!"
So we have two diva’s living at the barn now. They’ve come to some sort of mutual understanding which is very good. Beauty senses that Betsy Rose is fragile, I’m sure. Anyone else and she’d pin her ears to warn them away or just simply run them off. Beauty stands in front of Cookie’s stall door a good part of the day and makes faces at Cookie.
What is the first thing the girls do after a bath? That’s Aaleyah Belle standing and Baby Girl rolling.
Can anyone guess whose nose was peeking around at me in the golf cart? It’s a give away! LOL
Two simply stunning horses – Donovan and Athena.
Yesterday was a perfect day for laying sod – it was overcast with a nice breeze. We had a lot of help for this project and it got done in record time! Now, we just need a few more pallets to try to fix erosion issues around the barn and at the smaller paddocks.
Betsy Rose, Freckles, and Vermont Bear checking out their Easter basket! So cute! Betsy Rose is always so thankful for every little thing.
The boys sure enjoyed their Easter Day!
"Jazzy do you think we look like bunny rabbits? We have whiskers, a cotton tail, and long ears! Do you think mommy Theresa is going to make us wear our masks today? I don’t think bunny rabbits wear masks. Maybe we’ll get out of it today! Let’s go try to hop on down the bunny trail! I know we don’t have a bunny trail, but we can make one up as we go along!"
The boys most certainly, loved being bunnies for Easter…..
"Vermont Bear do you think me and Jazzy look like bunny rabbits? I think the bow tie thing on the head looks a little silly. Bunnies don’t wear bow ties, do they?"
JoJo practiced his hopping skills – he hopped up on the porch when Elizabeth and I started to put things away. Oh my gosh these boys don’t realize they are not humans at times!
Daisy seemed to really understand how it important it was to the boys that they look like bunny rabbits for awhile. And they did – by the stretch of our imagination.
I think Daisy enjoyed watching the boys get their wish of being bunnies for a day! She’s like a big sister to them. They all got an Easter basket.
How often can you see the sun and the moon in the same photo? It was beautiful! The moon is off to the right – little white dot in the middle of the sky.
I told Willow she’s coming to the rescue tomorrow! Her response was simply priceless! Her coggins came back and she’s all set. If anyone would like to help with her monthly care costs, donations can be made via various ways through the "Donate" page of our website at bhfer. All donations are tax deductible and no amount is too small.
Today Willow begins a new chapter in her life.
Willow looks much better without her fuzzy coat. I think she’s even gained some weight over the last week. Everything is so new to her. She’s talking up a storm!
Willow will be getting her teeth done on Thursday by Dr. Bess Darrow and her Hooficure later in the week – maybe Saturday.
March 31st – April 5th Update
March 31st
Beauty getting her acupuncture treatment today. She’s no worse. We are still icing her feet.
I said I’d never ride a horse again with an English saddle but I couldn’t resist. I’m an incomplete quadriplegic and can’t feel anything below my neck – I’m just not comfortable in an English saddle. Well, yesterday Kylie had just finished riding Romeo and the saddle was calling me – I couldn’t resist! And I needed a little break – it was wonderful.
We do have someone coming to meet Romeo tomorrow – he’s so sweet. Please pray that she will be the right one for him – he deserves his own home where he’ll get lots of one on one attention!
April 3rd
I should have known when I got to the barn this am and found one of Betsy Rose’s friends floating in her water bucket that the day may not be a normal one. Freckles stayed with her until help arrived.
Amber Cream looks a little silly in this mask – it’s too big for her. But I wanted to show you all how beautiful she is – look at those dapples!
Amber is a Tennessee Walking Horse looking for a forever home. She’s young, smart, and willing.
Beauty gave us quite a scare today when she experienced choke for the very first time in her life. Thankfully, we were able to clear the choke before the vet arrived.
Her choke, coupled with her feet issues, really shook us up here today. I’m waiting for the vet to get back to me upon reading the x-rays but there is more rotation. Please continue to keep Beauty in your prayers.
April 4th
Beauty today. Makes me feel better.
Willow is the mare whose owner recently passed away. This sweet girl is our Easter save and I can’t wait to get her to the rescue – she needs a total makeover, but she’s a diamond in the rough!
We have enough funds to cover her initial vetting, dental, and farrier needs but she needs sponsors to help with her monthly care. You can sign up for a recurring monthly donation through our website, over the phone, etc. Or, snail mail works too! Donations are tax deductible and no amount is too small.
Beauty Needs Prayers – March 29th
I need to ask everyone for prayers for Beauty. She’s my heart horse and I love her dearly. It’s because of her that Beauty’s Haven came to be. If you are unfamiliar with her story, a short version can be found on the "About Us" page of our website at www.bhfer.org.
Beauty foundered a couple of years ago – it was bad, very bad – she rotated a few degrees. But thankfully, she recovered and just recently, I got on her for the first time since she foundered. I only rode her for a few minutes and it felt so good to be upon her back once again and she truly seemed to enjoy it too!
Beauty has been living at the barn with Betsy Rose these last few days. She’s in Soft Rides and we are doing ice wraps, Essential Oils, massage, etc. Beauty will be having lab work done and I’d like to get Dr. Julia to do acupuncture on her. I’ve been a worried wreck. I do believe in the power of prayer and there’s strength in numbers – so I’d appreciate all the good thoughts and prayers possible. Thank you.
March 24 – 27th Update
March 24th
JoJo had lost his mask. Again.
Donovan is doing well. No more abscesses. Now, if only he would sweat!
Matilda’s eye is much better.
Presley is doing better.
Daisy loves running and playing with the boys. They are so fun to watch! She was having such a good time she wiped out and got her left side filthy! She got up, shook off, and kept going.
The masses around Daisy’s eyes continue to shrink – you can see her left eye now!
March 25th
“It’s my birthday! My wish is that I can do anything I want today! I haven’t told mommy Theresa that yet but I’m sure she’ll find out soon."
Happy dance!!!!! Thanks to our village the tractor is back from the repair shop!!
No sooner did the tractor get back to the rescue today Bob put it right to work! It’s such an important tool here – thank you to our Village for helping to get it fixed and back to the rescue!
Not sure what CaryLou was trying to talk Lily in to this morning but – I think he was trying to get her to go up the stairs to the office.
Like 3 peas in a pod.
Baby Ray is stunning! He’s so sweet with such a kind soul.
Ruby – she’s one of the kindest mares you could ever meet. Just don’t stand in between her and another horse that may pass by her stall or you could get nipped.
Sisco is another handsome horse that is looking for a forever home.
LouAnn and Joshua did a great job today getting quite a few feet got cleaned – it’s great because my back needs a break!
March 26th
Magic – Such a beautiful boy. Calling it a day here. Have a good night everyone.
March 27th
Guard dog. Guard donkey.
STRIDE Dressage of Ocala, FL has most generously designated Beauty’s Haven to be the recipient of one half of each entry fee for their Poker Run Trail Ride on 25 April 2015!
Come to our ASPCA Help a Horse Day event on April 25th and meet Daisy and her awesome care team! Drs. Porter, Mangan, and Simonson will be there! Learn about how to help prevent and recognize tumors and what the various diagnostics and treatments are. It could save a life! Please make sure to RSVP! #bhfer #ASPCA #helpahorse
March 21st – 23rd Update
March 21st
Yesterday, we were blessed with a group of visitors from the Equine Photographers Network! What an awesome group of people! EPN is an international association of 200+ photographers! Betsy Rose was the main attraction and she soaked up the extra attention (and the cameras)! EPN is having their Winter Meet Up in Ocala through this week and we greatly appreciate Carien Schippers including us in the schedule – it’s truly an honor!
Betsy Rose is in front of all of those cameras!
The weather was a bit toasty and we didn’t have any volunteers yesterday so we weren’t as prepared as I would have liked to have been. All the horses did get a good makeover on Thursday by volunteers but we had a very heavy dew early Friday am and, of course, most of the horses decided to roll and get filthy.
It was awesome seeing Carien again, and Darlene. And it was a pleasure to meet so many other wonderful people that are passionate about capturing the beauty that horses offer! Take a few minutes to look at Carien’s website at www.imageequine.com and her ImagEquine Facebook page. If you visit the EPN Facebook page, or website, you can learn more about their great network which is an excellent online resource for equine photographers – it represents photographers worldwide! And, oh my gosh, be careful – you can find yourself looking for hours and hours at the many beautiful photos! If you are looking for an equine photographer, career development through education, portfolio reviews by peers, and so much more in equine photography – EPN is the place to start!
I came across this photo tonight of Princess and Gentleman and wanted to share. I still look out my bedroom window each morning, remembering Gman under his tree and wishing he was still there. I miss them both, very much.
Katherine, one of our wonderful volunteers, on Donovan – a big, comfy, sofa horse.
March 22nd
Thank you all so much for the birthday wishes! And the fact that ALL of the horses/donkeys here now have the cost of their spring vaccinations covered is a HUGE worry off my plate! Thank you Jeanne for sharing my wish to make it happen and thank you to those that donated!
So, tomorrow is my birthday. "Tomorrow" really is a good word! But we never really know if tomorrow will come for any of us, do we? I think we always need to make the best of our tomorrows starting in this very moment.
The past year, well, where did it go? There were lots of ups and downs, tears both good and bad, and memories made that can never be taken from me that I’ll cherish forever. We lost so many beloved horses over the past year – it takes a toll on the heart. But most of them come to us in poor condition and the effects of neglect take a toll – we are blessed to have the time we are granted with them – be it an hour, a day, no matter how long.
I’m blessed with a great family – a wonderful husband who has helped me achieve my dream and he continues to work hard beside me to maintain it, and our two wonderful (adult) kids who support my passion and make us so very proud with their accomplishments! I’m blessed by the support of a Village of great people who believe in what we do and help us to continue in our mission to help horses. We have awesome volunteers and I’m surrounded by horses that are happy! What more could I ask for? Well, maybe a few more volunteers; a few more hours in a day and a couple more days in a week; a short family vacation with my family would be nice; and a winning lottery ticket which would enable us to help more horses which would be great!
Thank you all for being part of our Village and thank you for all you do! I know you also make sacrifices to help the horses – we truly appreciate all of you. We’re calling it a day here – have a great night everyone, and thank you for the wonderful birthday wishes!
March 17-20 Update
March 17th
They are following the leader… and guess who is always the leader? Yep, JoJo of course!
March 18th
A beautiful sunrise this morning as we watched the fog roll away. Have a great day everyone!
All three trying to follow me into the storage cabin. The porch just wasn’t big enough.
Don’t forget about our ASPCA / Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue’s Help a Horse Day & Celebration of Life 2015. Please RSVP soon! Daisy and the boys are looking forward to meeting everyone! RSVP to col today! Share too please! #ASPCA #helpahorse #bhfer
March 19th
Mishka and Matilda the mammoth mule. They are enormous!
JoJo’s ears are going to out grow his body! He loves being my assistant.
I think Sophie is feeling a bit better.
Magic is so beautiful.
March 20th
RSVP to our ASPCA / Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue’s Help a Horse Day & Celebration of Life 2015!
You will have the opportunity to meet many of the wonderful horses-donkeys-minis- as well as Matilda, our lovely mammoth mule, that call Beauty’s Haven, home. We will also have special appearances by a few of the cancer survivors and their amazing vets – Dr. Michael Porter, Dr. Brendan Mangan and Dr. Julia Simonson. #bhfer #ASPCA #helpahorse
A Wonderful Weekend March 13th – 15th
March 13th – 15th
It was a beautiful day at the rescue!
Betsy Rose got a hooficure on Friday. This is Dr. Julia holding Betsy for Stephanie while we review Serenity’s lab work. We all seem to always be multi-tasking. LOL
A number of other horses got hooficures over the weekend as well.
This was Suzanne grooming Sophie on Friday. Sophie is so sweet – she gets lots of attention which she truly appreciates. She’s doing better each day.
It was a great weekend for baths! I thought Sophie was going to fall asleep during hers – she loved it!
Mishka manages to get one of his ears out of his mask often – he’s a silly boy. He loves to move his bottom lip like he’s carrying on a conversation. This is Barbara adjusting his flysheet.
All of the PortaCools were cleaned and one is at each stall door now. The temps are just nuts. It was almost freezing a week ago and it has been in the mid 80’s over the past few days. It would be nice to have a few days of spring instead of going straight into summer.
And lo and behold look at this! I’m so excited! The automatic gate system was installed thanks to RC and Ruth Wittmann! It’s wonderful!!! Todd and Bob helped too, as needed. It was a very productive weekend!
Paul washing breakfast tubs. It takes awhile.
The weather is a bit too hot for Donovan, already. He wasn’t sweating today so he came up to the barn and stayed under fans.
Katherine Rivera making sure Donovan has a bag of hay in his stall today. We had to break out the PortaCools to keep him comfy.
Thank you, everyone, for your continued love and support.
March 7 – 10 Update: JoJo, Sophie, CaryLou, and More!
March 7th
"Mommy Theresa whatcha working on? Can I help?"
JoJo is almost getting too big to come and go from the office. Look at that backside! Lol! It’s not as big as it looks – there’s LOTS of hair there.
A big "thank you" to everyone who came out today to help! The new replacement fencing was put up and chores were finished early!
These two little helpers (Jazzy and JoJo) were all over the place! I had to ask Eva to keep JoJo off the stairs long enough for me to get the dog gate closed.
Marie and I even had a special helper in the office!
Sophie had a good day. She seemed very relaxed and content. Dr. Julia had one emergency call after another today (the weather has been nuts which can cause colic) so she rescheduled for Monday morning unless we need her before then. She sounded so tired when she called this afternoon – I hope she gets some rest. Watching Sophie rest made me want to curl up next to her and sleep too.
Sophie would have stood there all day for Ruth to groom and dote on her.
My three shadows. Love these long ears!
March 8th
"Good morning everybody! Do you know time sprung forward last night? Does that mean we lost an hour of sleep?"
March 9th
Sophie has been vetted and Dr. Bess Darrow is taking care of her teeth. Her overgrown feet will be taken care of later in the week.
Sophie was very good for Dr. Julia today. We’re still waiting for her lab work results.
March 10th
Good morning from the gang! How is everybody this morning? It’s going to be 88 degrees here today – going to have to get out the fans! Maybe the Portacool’s too!
And good morning from Mishka and Athena!
Cookie is doing so well. Her surgical site is, well, it looks great! We check and clean both eyes daily. She has no tear duct in her left eye and wears a mask most all of the time.
Mishka got a good bath today – it was 86 degrees! When Mishka moves, so does everything around him! He’s better, but still has quite a bit of muscling left to do, so the exercise is good for him. He still has problems holding up his back legs for very long.
Poor Mishka has no tail. Not even enough to put an extension on. But he’s covered.
CaryLou is a hoot when Dr. Bess comes. He always wants to be the first in her dental office on wheels! He pulls the rugs off and stomps them – he’s hilariouis! He walks right in and makes himself at home! Little E seems to be thinking, "He’s not mine!"
“Lily look! That should be me up there in that picture! We need to tell Dr. Bess Darrow that I’m the best little mascot there is! I could go everywhere with her and show the big horses not to be afraid to climb right up in her dental office – whatcha think?"
CaryLou knows no fear. Lol
Crista and Tracey visited this afternoon – they got to know the mini’s really well. Thanks for visiting ladies!
CaryLou has always been a very sweet and "innocent" boy. Oh my gosh he’s a hoot! He was coughing some today during a romp around the house with Lily. His trachea still collapses now and then. Here’s a "baby" picture.
TRACTOR WOES!! A tractor is one of the most important tools on an 18 acre working horse rescue farm! There’s a lot to be maintained at Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue to ensure safety for both horses and humans. The farm tractor broke and had to go into the repair shop – the hydraulic lines, seals, and a few other things need to be replaced. The total amount needed to fix the tractor to a point where it safely works (hydraulics, brakes, etc.) is $2259. If you can help with these much needed tractor repairs, please click on the ‘Donate’ button below or visit our Crowdrise fundraiser at: https://www.crowdrise.com/TractorEquineRescueBH/fundraiser/BeautysHaven. And if you can’t donate, it’s ok you can still help by sharing this with family and friends! Perhaps they could help or even share it out!
Emaciated Mare, Matilda, Daisy, Betsy March 3 -6 Update
March 3rd
The vet bills have arrived. Betsy Rose’s bill is $579 which is for x-rays, exams, nerve blocks, various lab work, etc. She is IR and she does have Cushings. The good news is that she is better. The bad news is that we need to get her vet bills paid. Donations can be made to our PayPal address: bhfer or various ways through our website at www.bhfer.org. No amount is too small. Please mark you donation for "Betsy’s Vet Bills." We really need help with this. Thank you!
Please put my mask back on Auntie Barb – I don’t want to get in trouble!"
All of the little ones will be getting clipped soon. CaryLou will be getting his bad boy style. It’s supposed to be 80 degrees tomorrow!
Dr. Mangan was here this past Friday to check on, and treat, Daisy. We are seeing positive changes! The tumor near the left eye is quite a bit smaller as is the one on the right. She had another BCG injection and we are still treating her with a topical and giving her supplements. Keep believing!
JoJo and Matilda – slightly different in size. lol
This photo was taken when we were on our big adventure in the main paddock collecting feed tubs.
"It’s all mine?"
They all love the hay wagon!
March 4th
Handsome is rather, well, handsome! He got a hooficure today. He’s got a visitor coming tomorrow.
March 6th
The vet feels the mare is not up for much of a transport and the weather has taken a dive. Coggins is done. She is only about 5 miles from us. We have a horse leaving on Monday – Handsome has been adopted! So, we are bringing the mare to the rescue today. She will be fully vetted and evaluated and her rehab started. If anyone would like to help it would be very much appreciated. There is a possible home for her in the works, if the application is approved, once she is strong enough and the vet gives an ok for her to make a two hour trip. If anyone would like to help, it would be greatly appreciated.
If anyone would like to help us to help Sophie, donations can be made to our PayPal address: bhfer or various ways through our website at www.bhfer.org. No amount is too small. We even take donations over the phone by credit card now. Please mark you donation for "Sophie." Thank you!
Welcome to Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue Sophie!
Dr. Mangan checked up on Daisy and Matilda today. I’m happy to report that both have improved. Daisy has a way to go, but we are making progress. Come to our ASPCA Help a Horse Day / 6th Annual Celebration of Life on April 26th and meet Daisy’s care team! It will be a great day to learn and ask questions about equine cancer from Dr.’s Mangan, Porter, and Simonson!
Don’t forget to RSVP today to col. You do not want to miss this event!! Parking is limited.
The Nutrena Photo Contest started February 1st and runs through March 31st when the Top 10 will be determined. This is a big one – $10,000 from SmarkPak would help tremendously! So please click on the link below and vote for the photo of “Theresa + Morriston!” Please vote for us every day through March 31st and ask family and friends to vote too. We can make it to the Top 10 with help from all of you, your family, and your friends. Once the Top 10 is determined, there will be another round of voting. The horses need this! Thank you so much! Please click here: http://bit.ly/1DISii1
