February 23rd – 25th, 2014
February 23rd, 2014
I’m about to go read comments about Solace – I’ve been putting it off. My heart is still very heavy from losing him – it just isn’t the same. I find myself still looking out into the paddock to see how he’s feeling – but he’s not there.
I hoped to somewhat regroup yesterday but then a call came in – a mare had been down for 3 days – can we help? Of course, I couldn’t say no. I’m not going to get into details but we were, sadly, called too late to try to help this mare. When we got there, I took her vitals and they were not good. Her gum color was not good. She’d dug a 10″ ditch with her front legs. She didn’t respond to any sensation in her back end.
It took awhile to find a vet to respond but he determined that the mare had gone toxic and advised that the most humane thing to do was to help the mare cross. Losing Solace on Friday was still very fresh in my mind and in my heart, and, while I only knew this mare for a couple of hours yesterday, it didn’t matter – I loved her just the same and letting her go was hard. Losing any hurts – it NEVER gets easier. But, as with Solace, there is comfort in knowing that she runs with the Heavenly herd now – she knows no more pain.
Oscar no longer needs assistance to get up! He’s mobile and doing well.
Romeo is doing well also. He’s far from out of the woods but we’re staying positive and he’s brighter each day. He loves to talk!
Wanda and her son, Caleb, did a GREAT job clipping little Harvey today! Thank you both – very much!!!
Harvey looked like a little lamb! He’s going to feel much better!
Last photo for today to end my posts on a good note – Serenity is feeling better. It’s been tough getting through the sand and parasite issues but we’re working on it. She’s a sweet girl.
Februay 24th, 2014
Betsy Rose’s court case is over – the previous owner got probation, has to pay fees/fines, and can’t own large animals for a year. I wish I could change what happened to Betsy Rose before she found her way here, but I can’t. She’s a determined little mare with a huge love for life that has touched the hearts of many – it’s truly a blessing to be part of her life. There are many things Betsy Rose wants to help us with like raising awareness of what to do if you see or suspect abuse/neglect, where to reach out for help, and so much more. She wants to help educate humans about the responsibilities of owning and caring for a horse – it’s not inexpensive and proper care does take time.
February 25th, 2014
Lindsey and Ginny gave Bryce a good bath today – the weather was just beautiful! He’s putting on weight nicely, finally. Ginny’s husband, Mark, fixed fences. Bob made 2 trips to get hay and will make another trip tomorrow! Marie took some office work home with her to accomplish. I thank God for our volunteers and supporters daily – sometimes many times!
Bryce is doing better. He had a huge amount of sand in his gut. He had a high parasite load too.
Look how great Harvey looks! I kept telling people he wasn’t fat – he was just fluffy! LOL
Oscar and Vermont Teddy Bear
IT’S COMING!!!
BH March 22nd – 25th, 2014 Update
March 22nd
I’m back! Hubby hijacked me on Wednesday, March 19th, for a free 2 night stay that he won at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee! The weather was perfect – we had a great time – it was the first "vacation" we’ve taken in over 10 years! The rescue was covered by some of our wonderful volunteers 24/7 and they did a great job – thank you everyone who helped make this little trip possible! I apologize for any emails, PM’s, etc. that have gone unanswered, but I hope to get back to the office on Monday.
March 23rd -Theresa’s Birthday!
What a wonderful day it was! Katie and I went to church this morning and then we got to ride for a bit – the weather was perfect! Both kids were home for dinner and birthday cake and we watched a great movie, Frozen! It’s been a very special day and I’m very, very blessed in so many ways!
Kylie Chapman made me a birthday cake! Thank you Kylie – it’s wonderful (and it’s almost gone already)!
Dr. Julia Simonson worked on Betsy Rose today. Dr. Julia’s treatments always make Betsy feel better (she’s been moving a bit stiff). Betsy Rose is so precious. We had visitors and some extra volunteers today – Betsy and many others got extra attention and they all loved it!!
Bronson and Lucy
It was impossible to get all the faces to look at the camera at the same time!
Matilda and Katie – Matilda is HUGE!
Matilda is so sweet!
March 25th
We’d like to wish our beautiful daughter a very happy 20th birthday! She attends college at the University of Florida but she came home last night for her birthday. We love you Katie!
Have a great week, everyone!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.
BH March 16th, 2014 Update
Romeo is looking better each day! He’s such a kind and gentle soul.
Magnum and Kylie yesterday – he’s a very handsome horse!
The winds are enough to blow you away today!!
Getting tangles out of Magic’s mane – I’ve been using a donated product called "Mane-ly" and it’s great! Magic is a good boy.
It was a beautiful day! I’m happy to report that CaryLou and Harvey have been gelded and they did very well. Wally wasn’t ready yet. This is Katherine Rivera helping – she is a student at UF and is going to be a vet!
Serenity, Bryce, Eliza, and Mahogany, around their hay.
I wish Solace were still with us – he would have enjoyed this weekend’s weather. I thought about him a lot.
Have a great week, everyone!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.
BH March 15th, 2014 Update
I wish all year was like this. Not too hot, not too cool. Not muggy. Just plain beautiful.
Well, the warm temps were back today after a few nights of cold weather. But the flies and gnats are back too.
Kamanchee snoozing after breakfast. He’s such a sweet, sweet boy. He is looking for a forever home as a pasture pal along with Mary – she is also very sweet.
CaryLou still "struts". LOL
CaryLou, Harvey, and Wally napping after breakfast. Adorable.
The 3 boys napped after breakfast. When I went to take a photo, Wally lifted his head for a second and then plopped it back down again. When I walked away he was snoring. LOL
HighTower is still handsome and is doing very well. His human family adores him!
Sammi with her human mom, Kara Maki. Sammi will live on in our hearts, through memories, and through her daughter, Joy.
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.
BH: March 10th – 15th, 2014 Update
March 10th
Another day over – I don’t know where time goes. Maybe, hopefully, tomorrow, I’ll be in the office for awhile to respond to PM’s, emails, etc. after the morning rush is over. And hopefully, tomorrow will be better than today. Some of you may remember Sammi and Joy? Well, Sammi was admitted to the hospital today for a scheduled procedure to debride and clean up a leg wound that refused to heal. While Sammi did well today, it is thought that the issue may be bone cancer. Lab tests should be back mid week. This is Sammi and her filly, Joy. Joy was born here in 2009. Her adoptive mom, Kara, adores them. Please pray that Sammi will heal and that she will have many more years ahead of her. I do believe in the power of prayer. Kara – we love you and the girls – keep the faith!
March 11th
The farrier is coming! The farrier is coming! TODAY! I forgot until this morning!
I finally got to give Mahogany a good bath today. She’s so sweet. She munched on some hay in a stall until she was dry and then she went exploring in the main paddock. She seemed brighter today. I’m calling it a day – have a good night everyone. Please don’t forget to say a prayer for Sammi tonight – we hope to have her lab test results back tomorrow.
March 12th
Oscar and Pistol got to play together today! They both enjoyed it! To hear them "talk" and then Matilda joins in on the conversation, well, it’s hilarious!
Indy’s adoptive mom has had her 3rd visit with Indy and, since the 1st visit, they clicked so well! Well, our precious Indy is leaving for his new home in the morning. It’s bittersweet but he will be within a 1/2 hour of the rescue. I’m so happy for him and for his new human!
Bronson had a growth spurt!
March 13th
Indy settled well into his new home today – he made a new friend and they ran and played!
March 14th
Sammi returned home from the hospital and spent some time with her family. It was confirmed that she had cancer. Sammi now runs with the heavenly heard. Sammi – your human mom, Kara, loves you so very much, always – many of us do. Letting go of someone that you love is never, ever, easy. But when you know that you are releasing them from pain that you can do nothing about, well, it is the greatest act of love possible. Kara gave Sammi and her daughter, Joy, many wonderful years together and for that we are thankful. I hope and pray that someday, soon, a cure for cancer will be found. Kara – you and Joy and the rest of your herd are in my prayers tonight – we love you all.
March 15th
It’s so great to have Kylie Chapman back! She’s been out for a couple of months. Someone rear ended her and she’s been going to physical therapy.
Have a great weekend, everyone!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.
BH March 9, 2014 (Saturday) Update
Lots got done this weekend and the weather was perfect. Julie, Roxy and Paul helped out yesterday at the farm while the very successful Sun Country Trail Blazers Poker Ride took place. I still have more photos to share but I’ll have to do it tomorrow after I get back from appointments in Gainesville in the am.
Lots of horses got groomed today thanks to Melissa and Annemarie!
"Little" Indy and Donovan playing – yes, the earth does shake!
This is a kind and lovable powerhouse named Donovan.
Bronson saying "I’m da baby!"
Bryce and Serenity – each day they grow stronger. Their personalities are really starting to show!
Serenity is never far from Bryce. She’s 19 and a very sweet mare. I’m sure she could tell us some stories of her life experiences. I was told by her previous owner there were many "ups and downs". We’re going to make sure they’re all "ups" for the rest of her life. She’ll never go hungry again.
Bryce is the most outgoing and I think we have worked through his GI and parasite issues. He’s putting on weight nicely.
And here’s our famous Aaleyah Belle. People come from other states just to experience getting "slimed" by her!
Oscar and Pistol ran and played along the fence today – looking forward to the day they can play together!
Have a good night, everyone!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.
Saturday pm March 8, 2014 Update
I’ve have lots to update and photos from today, but I just came into the house to grab a bowl of cereal. I’ll post more later but it was a GREAT day! The day started out with a call about Ladybug. She lives just down the road, so I went right over. All of her vital signs and her temperature were normal. She just wasn’t interested in finishing her breakfast which is very unlike Ladybug. Ladybug is a mare that was the victim of a violent attack by another animal in 2010. The attack happened several days before we were able to get her here, and by then, it was too late to save her ear. The dentist will be out to check her mouth this coming week.
The Sun Country Trail Blazers Poker Benefit Ride to benefit the rescue was held today and it was a HUGE success! Many thanks to everyone!
Magic at sunset – beautiful!
Little Cloud Dancer was born here at the rescue in April 2011. His mom (Glory) and dad (Nickers) were part of a herd of horses that we rescued from living in a junkyard in February 2011. Their water source was a man made hole that collected rain water along with anything else that fell to the ground and there was a lot of debris – barb wire, scrap parts, junk cars, etc. Poor Glory was full of lice and had terrible explosive diarrhea. She had two other little ones, Red and Tucker, that also arrived with tummy issues. Fortunately, they all made it and they grew healthy – all the boys were gelded. Red and Tucker were adopted out together. Glory was adopted out with another mini, Shadow, that was one of 14 mini’s we rescued that same year.
This is Cloud Dancer with his mom, Glory, on the day he was born here in April 2011 at the rescue.
This was taken today, 03/08/14, when I visited with Cloud Dancer and his daddy – they look so much alike!
This is Glory and Faith back in February 2011. Both came from the junkyard. Both were very pregnant.
This was Glory the day before we picked them up from the junkyard. All of them had quite a bit of sand in their gut and most had explosive diarrhea.
This is Red and Tucker at their adoptive home.
This is Cloud’s daddy, Nickers, back in February 2011 at the junkyard.
When we count our blessings we count Betsy Rose twice! She’s just the sweetest little mare you could imagine!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer
BH March 4-5, 2014 Update
Here’s an adoptee from BH, Nash. Ex-racer, grandsire is Dash for Cash. His new toy, a horse "kong."
We’ve been very busy here and one of the things we’ve been working on is our FB presence. We will, over the next few days, convert daily ops over to the Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue business page. Until the conversion is complete I’ll try to post updates on both pages. Feel free, at any time, to visit our business page and "Like" it!
Here’s Gentleman getting a treatment from Dr. Julia Simonson yesterday. He’s doing very well and looks forward to his monthly treatments – many thanks to his anonymous sponsor for making these treatments possible!
"But Mommy Theresa – I’ve conquered going up the stairs of the front porch and it’s gotten boring! Why can’t I give this a try?"
Cookie got a hooficure yesterday – so did Santana, Princess, and Oscar.
Oscar was steady enough to get his hooficure done without having to go in the sling yesterday! He’s had a growth spurt!
Romeo is doing well. He’s getting stronger by the day!
Here was Ruby soaking up attention from Katherine and DJ (new volunteer). DJ and her husband, Larry, will be coming once a week!
Magic – he’s still as handsome, sweet, and happy as ever!
Remember Rayo? He’s doing awesome! It really is a good feeling to see our horses make others happy! So proud of all of them!
Betsy Rose and the gang wish everyone a good night!
Aaleyah Belle, Cookie, Oscar and Many More!
February 27th, 2014
This is what is called a “1/2 pasture bale” of hay. We’ve bought many and they have ranged from about 592 lbs up to 915 lbs. They are great – the horses can’t pig out on them. We do have to check for metal rings that hold them together a couple of times a day.
It’s amazing how they share their feed. No arguing at all. They finish one tub then go to the next. This is Serenity, Bryce, and Eliza.
Most people know about Aaleyah Belle and her tongue. She’s loved very much but she’s still a brat! She was born with a wry nose.
Cookie needs prayers. I knew the area would look worse for a bit after the treatment. I just worry.
Princess is looking much better. She does have something potentially going on in her left eye (it was injured a few years ago) and Dr. Ryan will be out tomorrow to check her out. This is Princess following Roxy for lunch.
Oscar was trying to help Paul fill out a form. LOL Oscar has had a growth spurt! I watched him RUN today. It was awesome.
No words needed…
I miss you Solace.
Missing Solace, Another to Rainbow Bridge, Oscar, and More
February 23rd – 25th, 2014
February 23rd, 2014
I’m about to go read comments about Solace – I’ve been putting it off. My heart is still very heavy from losing him – it just isn’t the same. I find myself still looking out into the paddock to see how he’s feeling – but he’s not there.
I hoped to somewhat regroup yesterday but then a call came in – a mare had been down for 3 days – can we help? Of course, I couldn’t say no. I’m not going to get into details but we were, sadly, called too late to try to help this mare. When we got there, I took her vitals and they were not good. Her gum color was not good. She’d dug a 10″ ditch with her front legs. She didn’t respond to any sensation in her back end.
It took awhile to find a vet to respond but he determined that the mare had gone toxic and advised that the most humane thing to do was to help the mare cross. Losing Solace on Friday was still very fresh in my mind and in my heart, and, while I only knew this mare for a couple of hours yesterday, it didn’t matter – I loved her just the same and letting her go was hard. Losing any hurts – it NEVER gets easier. But, as with Solace, there is comfort in knowing that she runs with the Heavenly herd now – she knows no more pain.
Oscar no longer needs assistance to get up! He’s mobile and doing well.
Romeo is doing well also. He’s far from out of the woods but we’re staying positive and he’s brighter each day. He loves to talk!
Wanda and her son, Caleb, did a GREAT job clipping little Harvey today! Thank you both – very much!!!
Harvey looked like a little lamb! He’s going to feel much better!
Last photo for today to end my posts on a good note – Serenity is feeling better. It’s been tough getting through the sand and parasite issues but we’re working on it. She’s a sweet girl.
Februay 24th, 2014
Betsy Rose’s court case is over – the previous owner got probation, has to pay fees/fines, and can’t own large animals for a year. I wish I could change what happened to Betsy Rose before she found her way here, but I can’t. She’s a determined little mare with a huge love for life that has touched the hearts of many – it’s truly a blessing to be part of her life. There are many things Betsy Rose wants to help us with like raising awareness of what to do if you see or suspect abuse/neglect, where to reach out for help, and so much more. She wants to help educate humans about the responsibilities of owning and caring for a horse – it’s not inexpensive and proper care does take time.
February 25th, 2014
Lindsey and Ginny gave Bryce a good bath today – the weather was just beautiful! He’s putting on weight nicely, finally. Ginny’s husband, Mark, fixed fences. Bob made 2 trips to get hay and will make another trip tomorrow! Marie took some office work home with her to accomplish. I thank God for our volunteers and supporters daily – sometimes many times!
Bryce is doing better. He had a huge amount of sand in his gut. He had a high parasite load too.
Look how great Harvey looks! I kept telling people he wasn’t fat – he was just fluffy! LOL
Oscar and Vermont Teddy Bear
IT’S COMING!!!
BH February 18, 2014 Update
It was great to have Jean spend the day here helping out and visiting with the horses! And Sherry surprised us and came this afternoon – we’ve missed her! Ginny and her husband, Mark, and Karol were here today but we missed Marie. A lot got done and we are so appreciative of all of our volunteers! This is Jean and Sherry getting Oscar up.
Romeo loves a warm mash and I feel bad when it’s all gone – he turns his tub over and looks for more. Refeeding a starved horse isn’t as easy as one may think. You can’t just start feeding them – it could kill them. And rehab requires more than just a good refeeding program. There is a lot involved and it can be exhausting. But watching the horse grow stronger and become more animated and happy is so rewarding! We are very blessed to have a wonderful group of professionals as part of our care team to consult with and we also have awesome volunteers (on and off site) that help us. And we have our supporters that make it possible for us to help the horses – we thank you all. It really does take a village.
Dr. Bess Darrow (Tune Ups Veterinary Equine Dentistry and Services) worked on Mahogany, Eliza, and Romeo today. Romeo was very cooperative and didn’t need any sedation for Dr. Bess to do what she needed to do but she will have to work on him more once he’s in better condition and stable. He is about 17 years old.
We had more blood work done on Mahogany today – something just isn’t right. I observe the horses as much as possible – herd dynamics has always fascinated me. Mahogany was the alpha mare of the herd and I’m sure the stress of what they have gone through has been especially hard on her (mentally).
Lucy looks like she’s ready to go to a show! She’s beautiful!
This is Derek – another one of our rescues with his adoptive mom, Meagan. Meagan adores him and he adores her!
Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: https://www.bhfer.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bhfer.