Gelding Update

It is my understanding that networking efforts have paid off and that the gelding is being picked up tonight. Keeping him in my prayers though! From the person that came across this horse and called to see if we could help to everyone that has networked and helped in some way – God bless and thank you all!

If you shared it out please share this latest news too so efforts be channeled to the next one that may need help!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: www.bhfer.org
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Help Needed ASAP – Christmas, FL

We have an emergency situation in Christmas, FL. The information I’m providing was passed on to us – we have not seen this horse personally.

Appendix gelding – around 20 years old.

Has diarrhea that looks to have some blood in it.

Looks to be a 1 on the Henneke scale.

The owner wants to surrender him now.

Is there anyone that can help? It makes me sad to say this but we are full.

If anyone can help please contact Melissa at bhfer.melissa.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

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Now going into October – Ambrosia’s loss is still fresh

She earned her wings on September 7th, 2012. I sent this out separate because I want to share the inside of a beautiful card that we recently received from her care team at UF. Ambrosia was loved and she knew it. She had a love for life that was larger than life itself.

And we all agree that she was quite the mare.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

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Leaving September – may we remember…

I don’t want to let this month end without remembering those that have crossed Rainbow Bridge during the month of September since we stood up BH in 2006.

Doc and Sunny – these were Easter saves from a local auction. Sunny crossed in 2009 and Doc in 2010.

Sparky – a New Holland save. Sparky crossed in 2008.

Admiral – a TB gelding that couldn’t overcome the abuse he suffered before coming to us. Admiral left us this time last year.

And Point to Ponder aka “My Girl” – a beautiful TB filly gave it her best shot after breaking down at Calder. She crossed in 2008.

Here is a tribute that was made for My Girl but it applies to all that have, and will, cross before us. Letting go is hard, even if it is the right thing to do. We were very blessed to be part of their life – if only for a little while. [youtube http://youtube.com/w/?v=hnQAlC7-vng]

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

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Some pics from yesterday

Several students from the University of Florida came yesterday to help out. It was a beautiful day and by the end of it most of the horses had gotten a bath which they really needed. In some cases I think the humans got more wet than the horse!

Lots of hooficures were done – having extra hands really helped!

Blanket storage bins were cleaned and hiding spiders were vacuumed up!

This has got to be one of the most incredible inventions ever! A backpack vacuum that is lightweight enough that I am even comfortable wearing it! A great way to get up the cobwebs, hoof shavings, etc. instead of sweeping and/or blowing them with the leaf blower which makes horrible dust. And with the extension tools you don’t even have to get near the spiders! LOL! Check it out – it’s got a HEPA filter and is super awesome. Everyone should have one of these – the company website is www.pro-team.com. Or see them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ProTeamVacuums – if you go to August 14th, 2012 you’ll see me checking it out – thank you Janis, Don, Cary, and ProTeam!

And at the end of the day we got to do the UF Gator Chomp! To everyone that made yesterday possible – thank you SO much!

We hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and that the upcoming week is full of many blessings – God bless!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
www.bhfer.org

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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