Horse Updates – Page 18 – Beauty's Haven Farm and Equine Rescue Inc.

SHOT FILLY IN THE NEWS AND INCREASED REWARD

February 16th, 2017

Emma – the 3 year old filly that was shot. She has undergone surgery to remove bullets and fragments and is currently recuperating back at the rescue.

Emma is really good for her bandage changes as well as taking her medications. So far, all looks good. The swelling in her knee has actually gone down a little. She’s such a good girl!

Dr. Julia Simonson came to do accupuncture on Emma yesterday, but Emma is still too sore. We didn’t want to stress her, so we opted to wait another week. But Dr. Julia did use Kinesiology tape. Sometimes, the physical therapist uses it on me and it really does help.

Emma loves to stretch! She does her daily stretches and she stretches each time her bandages are changed!

Emma was great for her interview with WJCB’s Kelly Gonzalez yesterday. Please click here to watch the interview.

Emma now has her own Facebook page! We hope you join us there for updates and photos. Help us spread the word that there’s a $2000 reward offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) who assaulted Emma.

If anyone would like to make a donation to help Emma or other horses here our PayPal is bhfer@earthlink.net. There are other ways to donate via our website. No amount is too small and all donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

#justiceforfillyemma #rewardoffered #bhfer #share

02/16/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates

REWARD OFFERED TO HELP BRING JUSTICE FOR EMMA

February 14th, 2017

When I said we’ve been busy working on finding a path to justice for Emma, I meant it. This little filly suffered and it wasn’t shotgun pellets that got her – it was bullets. When I met with the surgeon, read his report, and saw the evidence – I was overwhelmed with sadness and anger. I had to step back for a bit and regroup. But Emma is healing and it’s time to move forward.

We want to thank Deputy “Bubba” Wells of the Levy County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) for his time and effort in working this case. And a huge “Thank You!” goes out to the LCSO for not closing the door on this case – they are doing the right thing and we commend them. We are a small, rural community and resources are scarce – we are very grateful that they are standing behind Emma and pursuing the case. I know it’s not likely the person(s) that did this to Emma will be identified but I also know it’s not impossible. I choose to believe that we will.

We also want to thank Dr. Sausville for reaching out to us to help Emma – she’s a very special little filly. He saw that she wasn’t going to give in or give up. She’s not “just a horse” and he gets it.

A reward in the amount of $1200 is offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction person(s) involved in shooting Emma. We are offering $1000 and a donor is chipping in $200. However, by the end of the week we expect the reward to be increased to $6200. What happened to her was cruel and totally inhumane. If you have any information regarding this incident please call the LCSO or Deputy Wells at 352-486-5111.

I’m going to start sharing some of the issues that Emma had to live with for almost a month before coming to us. We will be publishing a Facebook page just for Emma and everyone is invited. I’ll post a link when it is ready which, hopefully, will be tomorrow.

I’ll never forget when I saw Emma in the first photo – lazy ear (due to nerve damage) and head down. To see her now, head held high with bright eyes, it’s just a wonderful feeling! Believe…

If anyone would like to make a donation to add to the reward amount please contact us. #justiceforfillyemma #believe #bhfer #horsesareheros #eaglerarelife

02/15/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

Emma Injuries Are Worse Than We Expected

February 7th, 2017

Leaving Emma at the Ocala Equine Medical Hospital on Monday afternoon was one of the hardest things ever, even though I knew that their veterinarians and staff are absolutely wonderful and would do a great job.

Her surgery was in the morning and took quite awhile. Here they are sewing up the front leg and proceeding to work on the back leg.

After surgery, Emma settled back in her stall. It’s going to be quite a long journey to recovery but she’s on the healing path now. And she’s a tough little girl.

The “Mom take me home!” look she gave me melted my heart. She’s a very brave girl.

Emma was munching on hay when I left her after a change in her bandages. Since Betsy Rose insisted that Joe Camel go along with Emma to keep her company, I knew that she would not be lonely during her stay. It’s going to be a long haul for her – only some of the issues were addressed during surgery.

We were very disturbed to learn the severity of the injuries after her surgery. Injuries that include a fractured splint bone, a bullet on the knee that fractured bone and possible contamination of the knee, multiple bullet fragments in her head, a bullet that fractured her first cervical vertebrae (C1), and more.

Humans did this to her and I feel terrible about it. I wish we could take back everything that was, or wasn’t, done to and for her but I can’t. We can only promise to make all of her tomorrows the best that they can be. She’s young and so very sweet. I know she appreciates everything that we are doing to help her.

February 8th

Emma is on her way home! Please keep the prayers coming – she’s got a long road of healing ahead of her. Helping Emma would not be possible without help from our wonderful village. Thank you, all, so very much.

#prayersforemma #bhfer #believe #justiceforfillyemma #donate #nonprofit

02/08/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

Emma’s Surgery – She Believes!

February 7th, 2017

“Mommy Theresa I’m ready for this! I’m a little scared but Dr. Lugo says I’ll be asleep the whole time. And you’ll be there, right? He says he’s going to take away the things in my legs that are making them hurt and that once it all heals, I’ll feel much better! It’s a beautiful day – please go tell him I’m ready, ok? I believe it’s all good!”

I’m with Emma – I believe!

She’s going to be ok. She will get through the surgery just fine and overcome infection. She will. Please keep her in your prayers. I’ll update as I can. Thank you all.

#prayersforemma #justiceforfillyemma #bhfer #believe #nonprofit #equinemedicalcenterocala #shesabravegirl #imwithemma #quarterhorse #filly #shot

02/07/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates, Intake, Rescue

EMMA – FILLY SHOT MULTIPLE TIMES – 02/06/17

February 6th, 2017

Our attempt to pick up the filly yesterday evening was unsuccessful. She wasn’t bearing weight on her left front and when we were told that she had not received her pain medication for the past two days. We made sure that she received it before we left. Since she was too uncomfortable to load onto the trailer, and we ran out of daylight, we decided that it would be in the filly’s best interest to try again in the morning. When we returned on Sunday morning, this sweet girl loaded, with a little support and encouragement, in less than ten minutes. Believe…..

Finally home! Upon our arrival at Beauty’s Haven, Emma unloaded, looked around, walked to her stall, and proceeded to introduce herself to everyone. She’s a talker and is absolutely precious!

February 7th

Our sleeping beauty this morning. We are getting ready to go to the hospital.

For those who don’t know her story – Emma, was shot with a shotgun while out grazing and sustained multiple injuries. A pellet hit her upper jaw. She took a pellet to the cheek that shattered inside and lodged in the roots/sinus area. There’s a pellet behind her right ear that is right on top of the spinal column. A pellet grazed her just below the eye. A pellet lodged in her distal cannon just above the fetlock on her left hind and there are others in the front. Her front left splint bone is fractured. Her left front knee joint has an infection along with fractures from a pellet that is still lodged in the joint. I know it sounds bad, but her vet, Dr. Sausville, and the surgeon, Dr. Lugo, both feel she has a really good chance of recovering from her multiple wounds. She is bright eyed and sweet. She’s not running a temperature and her appetite is great.

We are taking her to Ocala Equine Hospital today where Dr. Lugo will perform her surgery on Tuesday. We’ll keep everyone updated as we can. We’re still very busy here – Magic is still getting eye meds several times a day and, now, Cookie has an ulcer in her left eye. With so many special needs horses here, well, there’s just never a planned day – but we love them all anyway!

We would like everyone to give a big shout out to Dr. Sausville for all he’s done for Emma – we appreciate him very much! We would also like to give a huge shout out to our amazing village of supporters for joining together to help us, help Emma! Thank you, all, for sharing Emma’s story and offering kind words of encouragement. Thank you, too, to our wonderful Match Game sponsors and to everyone who contributed to our fundraiser, making it a complete success.

Please continue to send Emma good thoughts and keep her in your prayers. We believe that she will be okay. We invite you, to ‘Believe,’ too.

UPDATE 02/07/17: It was learned during surgery that Emma was shot with bullets, not buckshot.

02/06/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

MAGIC’S INJURY

January 13th, 2017

Yesterday was not a good day for Magic but he knows that it will get better. He has an issue with his right eye which needs to be treated for several days. Yesterday, he learned that a flymask wouldn’t gobble him up. He’s such a brave boy!

For those who don’t know Magic, he’s a 17 year old Arabian stud that had been used in the Mexican “sport” of horse tripping. Magic was lucky to have survived, but it left him emotionally scarred which made him a good candidate for being sent to slaughter as humans considered him to be crazy, unmanageable and even dangerous. He’s untrusting of humans which is truly understandable. I’m certain that the nightmares he endured will never be erased from his memories.

There are some that strongly feel that Magic should be molded into a “normal” horse. I’ve spent countless hours with him and I understand him. Just imagine the pain, anxiety and fear he survived. He doesn’t care for ropes – scars he wears tell a story. I refuse to make him endure anything that he is uncomfortable with. He accepts me – I do what I need to do to address any medical issues that may arise and I’m grateful to him for that. I know this horse inside and out – Arabians are very intelligent and communicative. We can’t take away his past but we can ensure that all of his tomorrows are happy and carefree. And that’s what we intend to do. Magic is a happy horse that will live out the rest of his life on his terms. We promised him that.Magic has come a long way. He often approaches other humans now and may even ask for scratches. But humans are not allowed to walk after or chase him. If he walks away, and he often does, that’s his prerogative. He’s a very special horse. Oh, and I taught him to give kisses a few years ago!

I believe in Magic and I’m very proud of him! Now, let’s hope he tolerates the treatments to his eye. Prayers and positive thoughts would be so very appreciated!

Magic also needs sponsors – his medications are not inexpensive. Our PayPal address is bhfer@earthlink.net. Donations can also be made via our website. All donations are tax deductible and no amount is too small.

Thank you all, for your continued love and support.

#magic #believe #bhfer #trippinghorsesurvivor #horsesareheros #ibelieveinmagic

01/13/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

TINSEL’S FREEDOM – THANKS TO YOU!

December 31st, 2016

We have wonderful news! Dr. Mangan saw Tinsel last weekend and her eye is much better! She’s only on one eye medication now! As he was examining Tinsel, little Betsy Rose let it be known that she was not at all happy that Tinsel was standing in her place in the aisle-way. Dr. Mangan was truly amazed at Betsy’s remarkable spunk!

Dr. Bess found a lose tooth when she worked on Tinsel last week. Tinsel surely did need to have some work done.

Tinsel should feel a lot better now that her lose tooth has been extracted!

January 7th, 2017

Dr. Ted Specht came out yesterday and removed Tinsel’s lavage! Tinsel will finally get to be turned out now which is going to make her very happy! She’s will soon start to put on some muscle tone together with additional weight.

Tinsel will finally get to be turned out now which is going to make her very happy! She’s will soon start to put on some muscle tone together with additional weight.

January 8th, 2017

Tinsel had a wonderful time exploring the farm today!

01/08/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Contest, Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

Good Thoughts for Ruby Please

12/07/16 Wednesday

Ruby could use some good thoughts and prayers – she’s not feeling well. Dr. Julia examined her and her blood work results should be back tomorrow.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8TH…

Dr. Specht was out this evening to follow up on Ruby for Dr. Julia. We’re so blessed to have such a wonderful support team! Ruby’s initial blood work came back and the results were not good so additional lab tests were done this afternoon. We received the lab report this evening and the results are quite worrisome. Please continue to keep sweet Ruby in your thoughts and prayers.

Please remember to cast your daily vote in the Eagle Rare Life contest. It could help to win $5K to $50K for the horses! Just click on this link and cast your vote!

Wishing everyone a wonderful day!

#eaglerarelife #horsesareheros #bhfer #betsyrose #vote #helphorses #charity #nonprofit #ittakesavillage #equinerescue

12/08/2016/by Theresa Batchelor

Contest, Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

SeAnna’s Dental Day

12/01/16 Wednesday

SeAnna had a dental appointment with Dr. Bess Darrow today. She was a little reluctant to walk on the trailer but it didn’t take long for her to decide it would be ok.

SeAnna is grossly underweight – a body condition score of 1. Sometimes teeth contribute to weight loss but not in this case – she was just not fed. I’m often told that a horse is thin because it’s old. Some older ones may need a special diet but that’s no reason to let them starve. Starving any animal is just plain cruel.

SeAnna has an overbite and needed some adjustments but her mouth wasn’t terribly bad. She had a happy mouth once Dr. Bess was finished with her.

SeAnna is 20 years young and she is an absolute sweetheart. How anyone could just walk away and leave any animal behind to starve is something I’ll never be able to understand. But she’s safe now, a new chapter in her life is underway. Thank you all for caring!

Please remember to cast your daily vote in the Eagle Rare Life contest. It could help to win $5K to $50K for the horses! Just click on this link and cast your vote!

#eaglerarelife #horsesareheros #bhfer #betsyrose #vote #charity #nonprofit #ittakesavillage #equinerescue #seanna

12/01/2016/by Theresa Batchelor

Horse Updates, Rescue, Veterinary Care

The Face of Hunger

11/30/16 Wednesday

We named the latest arrival SeAnna (pronounced see-anna) which is a variant of the name Janet. It means “Gift from God.” We lost a dear animal warrior and friend last week, Janet Lacetera, and I’m sure she would be truly honored. Janet had a heart of gold and made a difference in the lives of many horses and other animals.

Dr. Specht did a physical on SeAnna. She’s a very sweet mare estimated to be about 20 years young. She has a heart murmur and a tummy with quite a bit of sand in it.

SeAnna is barely a 1 on the body condition score scale – she’s a rack of bones and is at least 300 lbs. underweight. Blood work and a fecal were done which we will review with the vet tomorrow.

SeAnna has an appointment with Dr. Bess Darrow (Tune-Ups Dentistry) tomorrow to get her teeth done which she badly needs. She’s got an overbite and other issues.

I wanted to give her a bath today but felt it best to wait. However, I did give her a good brushing and it took me awhile to get her mane combed out. I think she really enjoyed the attention.

SeAnna is really a beautiful girl – inside and out. It’s really very sad what she endured before coming here. But that is in the past and she’s started a new chapter in her life. No more hunger or neglect.

If anyone would like to help, please visit our website where you can make a tax deductible one time or automatic monthly donation. Our PayPal address is bhfer@earthlink.net. Thank you all for caring.

Please remember to cast your daily vote in the Eagle Rare Life contest. It could help to win $5K to $50K for the horses! Just click on this link and cast your vote!

Wishing everyone a wonderful day!

#eaglerarelife #horsesareheros #bhfer #betsyrose #vote #helphorses #charity #nonprofit #ittakesavillage #equinerescue #thefaceofhunger #seanna #abandoned

12/01/2016/by Theresa Batchelor