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Follow-Ups, Horse Updates, Veterinary Care, Volunteering

TINSEL’S LONG AND WINDING ROAD TO RECOVERY

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April 24th, 2018

Dr. Ted did x-rays on Tinsel’s hock again yesterday. She continues to fight a joint infection but her recent SAA numbers have been much lower than they were initially, albeit they’re still elevated. She will, therefore, remain on IV antibiotics.

Tinsel appears to be a content horse. Her temperature is normal and she has a great appetite. Her eyes are bright and she’s interested in everything that goes on around her. She walks on her toe much of the time, but when she does put weight on that foot, she walks quite well.  She walked really well the day after she received an acupuncture treatment by Dr. Julia last week.

All of this sounds positive, but Tinsel’s prognosis remains guarded. She is not out of the woods by far, and we don’t know how this will resolve. She came to us in very poor condition – underweight and with a horrible eye infection. But she beat the odds – we were able to save her eye and she blossomed into a beautiful mare.

Dr. Ted, Dr. Julia, and the rest of our care team are not giving up on Tinsel. And very importantly, Tinsel isn’t ready to give up either. She’s come so far and we are praying for a miracle. Tinsel needs good thoughts and prayers. A day at a time.

Thank you for caring. Believe…
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April 26th
Dr. Ted gave the ok for Tinsel to hand graze for which she is really appreciative. One of the complications that can arise when a horse puts all their weight on the right or left foot versus distributing it evenly on both feet, is laminitis.
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I am putting Rock Tape on Tinsel’s bad leg and I do believe it’s helping. Please click here to learn about this amazing product.
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Yesterday was LouAnne’s last day for awhile. We’re going to miss her and Lance but they will be back at the end of summer. We truly appreciate all of their help and wish them safe travels.
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Volunteers are key to what we do here and we need more! It is one of the primary reasons that we are going to relocate as soon as we find suitable property that is closer to the vet school. And right now, until I am out of a cast, we need help even more!

#volunteersneeded
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04/28/2018/by Theresa Batchelor
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Contest, Farm Updates, Horse Updates, Visitors, Volunteering

SUNSTATE CONTEST, SPECIAL VISITORS AND AMAZING VOLUNTEERS!

Feb102018 Blog


Marie and Lynda are wonderful and dedicated volunteers (and friends) who come on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This past Tuesday, Jessie (from PA) also spent the day with us and the horses absolutely loved the extra attention!

It was great to see Jessie and Ron again – looking forward to next year already! And next week, we get to visit with Linda Jenny! I hope the weather remains this nice!

#AaleyahBelle #Sisco #Chloe #Kiana #Beauty #Ruby #Mishka #Starbuck #Magnum #Rosita #Zahara #Magic #gratefulforvolunteers #BetsyRoseStrong #beautyneedsprayers


Beauty isn’t any worse – so that’s a good thing. She could use some good thoughts and prayers. – with Jessie Lotrecchio.


Rosita, Mishka, and Zahara are all beautiful! – with Jessie Lotrecchio and Lynda Oakes O’Toole.


Ruby is a barn resident during the day. She goes out during overcast days and nights. – with Jessie Lotrecchio


A trio of trouble. lol – with Marie Riordan.


Kiana absolutely adores all of the attention she can get. – with Jessie Lotrecchio.


And then there is that tongue! Aaleyah Belle is stunning just like her momma – Momma Sue. – with Jessie Lotrecchio.


Magic even enjoyed scratches! Go Magic! – with Jessie Lotrecchio.


Sisco and Chloe hang out with Aaleyah Belle. – with Jessie Lotrecchio.


We are currently in first place in the SunState Federal Credit Union Charity of the Month Contest. A vote per day through the month of February, could help us win $1000 which will greatly assist the rescue with the purchase of hay and/or other needs. Just click here to cast your vote and please share amongst family and friends. Please note that you will be prompted to “Like” SunState’s Facebook page prior to casting your vote and you must be a Facebook member in order to do so.

We are still awaiting the results of the Eagle Rare Life contest – the winners will not be announced until March.

#BetsyRoseStrong #believe #wecanwinthis #bhfer
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02/10/2018/by Theresa Batchelor
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Community Support, Events, Fundraising, Volunteering

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR UF GAME AND A WONDERFUL OFFER!

Kathy Raabe Prevatt, a dear friend and supporter of Beauty’s Haven, has a wonderful fundraising idea! Kathy supervises the concession stands during the home games at the University of Florida. She is currently, seeking volunteers to work these concession stands at the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, November 18th, for the game between the Gators and the UAB Blazers.

Kathy has generously offered to match all proceeds from each of the volunteers she recruits, to benefit the horses of Beauty’s Haven.

If you wish to participate in this endeavor or need additional details, please contact Kathy by November 10th, via a personal message on her Facebook Page or by email to titlegnv@gmail.com.

Kathy, thank you so very much for your generosity, love and support.

Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) grassroots Non-Profit Organization registered in the state of Florida (EIN: 20-4783950).  We are not funded by Local, State, or Federal funds. We operate totally from donations from the public. Please consider making a one time or recurring donation to help the horses. No amount is too small and all donations are very much appreciated. Donations are tax deductible.

Donate Now
10/26/2017/by Theresa Batchelor
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Contest, Volunteering

“YOU MAKE A LIFE BY WHAT YOU GIVE”

September 29th, 2016

We are very thankful for all of our volunteers near and far  – they are priceless!

Barbara drives over two hours almost every other weekend to come to the farm!  Thank you Barbara and Kevin for your love and support!

Betsy Rose did well this weekend despite the heat which was horrid. The injury to her left hip area and leg is slowly improving. We had just taken her out of her sling from a good nap – she was ready to go out and graze. As soon as Barb put on her grazing muzzle, she was gone – totally reenergized!

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Jenny gave Spirit a much needed bath. I am so happy that Spirit will soon have a life outside of the little paddock where she is now living. She will be going to her adoptive home in a few days!.

Spirt's Bath

Lois and Mishka having a talk about his bath which he really enjoyed. He’s as sweet as he looks.

Lois Bathes Mishka

When you meet Mishka up close and personal, you then realize how big he really is! We’re all really glad that he’s just a big teddy bear.  He towers over Elizabeth and me!

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We’re happy to have new volunteers Emma, Sharon, and Karen join our team! Sharon’s husband, Lou, volunteers too!

Baths

Time is precious and every minute volunteers give to the rescue is very much appreciated.  We couldn’t do what we do without them!  Many thanks to all volunteers near and far – you make a difference!

This is Sharon and Karen giving Ruby a much needed bath. I don’t know who gets dirtier – JoJo or Ruby!

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‘You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give.’
~ Winston Churchill.

Please remember to cast your daily vote today 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!

09/29/2016/by Theresa Batchelor
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Farm Updates, Horses, Volunteering

A DAY WITH ANIMAL WARRIORS

September 10th, 2016

Members from Animal Warriors spent a good part of the day helping out – we got some projects done and some of the horses even got a bath! Animal Warriors is a group of like minded individuals from all walks of life who share a common goal of helping animals with active volunteer groups.  All of the horses really enjoyed the extra attention.
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Aaleyah Belle – there’s that famous tongue doing what it does best!Aaleyah Belle

I think Aaleyah Belle slimed everyone!
Aaleyah Belle AW

Bouie and Frodo got a much needed bath.
Bouie Frodo Bath AW

JoJo opted to lead the group on a tour. He’s such a big little helper! He even kept his flymask on!

JoJo is always the little charmer!
JoJo Charmer

Mishka got lots of attention – he’s a really big guy.  His name suits him well – it means “teddy bear.”
Mishka AW

Mishka also got a bath which he truly enjoyed!
Mishka Bath AW

Animal Warriors is a non-profit organization – they have a Facebook page and you can visit them on their website.  We truly appreciate their help and hope that they come back again!

Please remember to cast your daily vote today 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 daily – it takes less than a minute!  Then, share it out and ask family and friends to vote too.  Thank you!
Betsy Rose Present

#horsesareheros #bhfer #believe #eaglerarelife #vote #animalwarriors

Wishing everyone a wonderful day!

09/10/2016/by Theresa Batchelor
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Contest, Horse Updates, Volunteering

An Update On Many & Happy Independence Day!

June 27th…

“Auntie Barb, did you know that donkeys don’t like Coca-Cola? Got milk?”Whiskers Soda

We appreciate Wanda and her 4H Saddlebusters group for coming to help out on Saturday. Some of the horses got much needed baths!4H

Wanda and Whiskers getting to know each other.Wanda Whiskers

“Awww, come on – I just know we can all fit! Uncle Phil, please scoot over just a little bit.” JoJo and his golf cart antics – he’s hysterical!Phil JoJo

June 30th…

Whiskers loved having a conversation with Uncle Larry and Auntie DJ.DJ Larry Whiskers

July 1st…

Whiskers is seriously thinking about it. JoJo mastered those stairs in no time!
Whiskers Stairs

Kitty Cat is a pretty lazy barn cat. But very sweet. lolKitty Cat

July 3rd…

Some really great news – it’s not finalized yet, but Daisy and Mocha may have a forever home!Daisy Mocha

Mishka got some extra attention from Jenny yesterday which he absolutely loved!Mishka

When Sisco meets Whiskers.  Dr. Porter will be coming out to treat Sisco.  The tumors by his tail have become angry.
Sisco Meets Whiskers

July 4th…

The oak tree will never be the same. Missing our gentle giants, Matilda and Gentleman but so grateful we still have our senior Arabian sanctuary horse, Little E.Little E Tree

Hope everyone had a fun, safe, Independence Day weekend!Independence Day

The gap is widening between 1st and 2nd place in the Make A Splash contest. Your vote, once every 24 hours through July 31st is so greatly needed! And what will help even more is if you share amongst family and friends and ask them to vote and share daily as well.  It’s a free and easy way to help us potentially win $10K.

We have never been fortunate enough to win anything close to $10,000. Although it is a constant and exhausting struggle trying to raise money and take care of the horses all day long, it is truly worth every moment, knowing that we are making a difference in the life of each and every equine that enters through our gates.

Please remember to vote daily to help the horses of Beauty’s Haven!

Wishing everyone a wonderful day and thank you all, for your generosity, love and support.

#believe #vote #horserescue #helpahorse #makeasplash #forthehorses #wecandothis

05/06/2016/by Theresa Batchelor
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Betsy Rose, Events, Farm Updates, Horse Updates, Volunteering

A Draft on the Porch?

September 20th – 26th, 2015

September 20th

Zahara’s X-rays were done yesterday. She’s doing well.

Artwork by Greg Ambrose.

Birds everywhere!

Really blessed to have both of our human “kids” home today for awhile!

September 22nd

That famous tongue! Aaleyah Belle loves to slime anyone and everyone.

September 23rd

The Breakfast Club.

Donovan got a “get out of your paddock and roam free” pass today around the house. I think JoJo must have told him there’s something good in the office. I could just picture him making his way up the stairs in one giant step. OMG!

Donovan is one of many horses looking for a forever home. He’s so sweet – I hate to think of him not being here but he deserves his own home.

Lucy getting her morning makeover from Marilyn Doren. Lucy has a trach that gets cleaned each day. Everyone loves Lucy!

Well, I guess it’s official. Fall is here. There are leaves on the ground already. I just hope and pray the green grass sticks around for quite a bit longer.

September 24th

JoJo helping Chris collect feed tubs. He’s a riot!

Betsy Rose and Penny

It’s been a busy week, but we’ve been able to get a couple of needed baths in.  On Monday, I opted to give Waylon a bath, clean his sheath, and check him for a bean. I got three quarters of the way done, but was summoned to do something else. Sue rinsed him off for me – thanks Sue!

We use a great product for sheath cleaning called Healing Tree Sheath Cleaner. It soothes, cleans, and dissolves dirt, grime, etc. and it smells good too! It’s veterinary formulated and the geldings seem to think it’s ok. It comes in a spray bottle which I really like. If you would like to donate this product, it’s available at this link: http://www.besthorseproductsavailable.com/products/go-way-all-natural-repellent-16oz.

Waylon was a pony horse at Calder Race Track but wasn’t wanted anymore. He ended up in a bad situation and was attacked by a stallion that took a chunk out of his backside which has healed nicely. He’s about 19 years young and is one of the sweetest horses you could ever meet! He’s been having a tough time breathing, but with the cooler weather coming, his condition will hopefully, improve.

Ruby, Cookie, and Zahara.

September 25th

Foxy and Zahara love to run along the fence line and play.

September 26th

Paul and Roxy did a great job and had a great deal of fun at the Tack Shack yard sale in Ocala today!

10/04/2015/by Theresa Batchelor
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Farm Updates, Volunteering

A volunteer speaks out & more! June 1st ~ 7th Update

June 1st

“It’s all mine!” Bouie and Frodo really are the best of friends!

 

The “we are waiting for breakfast” crowd.

 

Mishka and Baby Ray

 

A year ago today Mary went to Rainbow Bridge. We love you Mary, always!

 

June 2nd

A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE ~

 

June 3rd

One of my favorite photos of you and Little E from your visit Laura Brasile.

 

A beautiful message from our dear friend, Laura Brasile. Laura lives in another state but volunteers at the rescue when she is in the area visiting family. Thank you Laura for your support, your time, and your kind words!

“Good morning to all! Just wanted to drop a line about my time at Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue. This was my second visit and my second time volunteering for a couple of days at the rescue. I want to start by saying how excited I get with every mile closer to being there. Driving down the road that parallels the rescue, well, there’s nothing like it. You start to see all the horses that you know and love one by one and then as you pull closer to the barn, you see the Princess herself, Betsy Rose. They are all so perfect and beautiful and so happy to see visitors coming.

One thing that strikes me the most is how fast time goes by at the rescue. There’s always so much to do and you’re constantly moving and I typically ate my lunch standing up because I couldn’t wait to get back out there. I would eat my salad next to Little E and breathe in his gorgeous horsie smell and just think about how happy I was to be there. The next thing you’ll notice is how hard Theresa and Bob work continuously, tirelessly…All. Day. Long. 24/7. Their hard work and dedication to these beautiful animals is second to none. They don’t stop all day and go long into the night. After one long, hot day, I had dinner with Theresa and Bob at about 8:30pm. During that dinner there was discussion about how a couple of the water tanks had to be cleaned and refilled and how the dogs needed to be fed and office work had to be done. Again, this was at 8:30 at night! Bob finished his dinner and went outside to handle the tanks while Theresa fed the dogs and got ready to tackle the HUGE pile of paperwork in the office. Which made me realize how lucky we are to get the updates on the horses that we can’t wait for. But they still come. And Bob goes out at 11pm to help a volunteer whose barn had flooded. These are amazing people who work 24/7 to keep everything moving and together.

Looking at the beauty of the property and the gorgeous horses and how clean and sparkling everything is, you tend to forget that all of this is supported by donations. Donations only. We all see the sad photos of the incoming horses and are tortured by thoughts of what they have endured and we all jump in to help when one of our own gets sick, but we tend to forget that even when everything looks to be going smoothly, the donations are still needed. Horses still need to eat, medications still need to be purchased, special socks for special needs, fly masks, fly spray, farriers and vets need to be paid…this money all comes from our donations. Realizing that, I am going to set up a monthly donation through their PayPal. I can’t afford to pay what I’d really like to pay but I know that every single dollar counts. Even if someone could only afford $10 per month, it still helps. I’ve decided to have my coffee at home or at work and stop going to Starbucks. That money will now be going to Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue. You can do this too. It’s a beautiful thing to do and helps the horses more than you can imagine. And the rescue is a 501(c)(3), which means that it’s a non-profit and if your company has a matching gift program, the rescue qualifies – more donations to help the horses = win-win! Honestly, Theresa is one of the most generous, genuine, honest, hardest working, beautiful inside and out, people that I’ve ever met. Total respect and I’m happy to say that I think of her like family. Sorry this is so long, this is something that I feel very passionate about. Thanks for still reading (if anyone made it this far, lol). Consider donating what you can and/or setting up a monthly donation. You will be helping more than you can ever imagine.

Sorry this is so long, this is something that I feel very passionate about. Thanks for still reading (if anyone made it this far, lol).” ♥”
Laura

Waylon and Little E sharing some hay. Waylon sure did fill out nicely.

 

Did you know…the “average” life span of a horse is 25 to 30 years. At BHFER Little E is our oldest horse and he is 32 years young!!! Who is your oldest??

 

June 4th

Well, Jazzy must feel much better. Kylie and I clipped him a few days ago. He didn’t care too much for it but he wasn’t too bad about it.

 

“That ball is bigger than us Daisy!”

 

JoJo claiming he was “guarding” my water. I can’t tell you how many water bottles he’s demolished.

 

Lucy got a hooficure and a bath a few days ago.

 

Willow is doing very well and is looking for a forever home.

 

June 5th

Here’s our Fun Fact on our Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue page today – thought I’d share it here too…

Do you know…BHFER has strict policies when adopting out a horse? One policy is “barb wire is not acceptable”. This is for the horses protection. It only takes a few inches of barb wire to injure a horse. Do any of you have a barb wire story to share? Prevention can literally save a life!

 

June 6th

Another Fun Fact from our business page!
Did you know…a male donkey can reproduce at 10 months old? Did you know that castrating a donkey is more risky than castrating a stallion? Does anyone know why? (Here at BHFER we have two male donkeys that are both castrated)

 

Congratulaions American Pharoah!

 

“Mommy Theresa, I think we have a little problem. The ear has to go through the hole with the other ear.”

 

Our boys are looking almost grown up! They are BFF. Hilarious to watch!

 

I think we could assume that CaryLou is not happy about the rain.

 

Betsy Rose is simply adorable.

 

Athena and Sisco doing a little grooming interaction. They are both looking for good forever homes.

 

I want a day that looks like this tomorrow (along with a cool breeze).

 

June 7th

Andrew and Katherine giving CaryLou a bath last weekend. Yes, I’m behind on posting pics. Lol

 

06/30/2015/by Theresa Batchelor
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Adoption, Community Support, Events, Fundraising, Horse Updates, Visitors, Volunteering

So Much to Share and Lots Coming Up!

April 16th – 20th, 2015

April 16th
Sisco, Athena, and Serenity.  A cute little herd.  But Serenity will be going home soon.  She’s has a new human family!  Phil Yarborough has opened his heart and home to this very special girl!

April 17th
Willow was introduced to Peaches yesterday. It’s the first time Willow has had an equine friend in 8 years!

April 18th
Eva adjusting JoJo’s attire.

“Ok mommy Theresa the coast is clear!”  JoJo – some things will never change!

Matilda cooling off in the sprinkler.

In June 2010 the owner of a TB foal decided he didn’t want the baby – the foal had a large hernia and leg injury.

We brought him to the rescue. He was simply stunning – I named him Armani.

Even as a baby, he has always been a big boy. It turned out that he is a great-great grandson of Secretariat!

We had his hernia repaired and he grew strong. Armani was adopted by Kateri and Dean in Colorado where he is a happy boy that is still growing! Kate Chenery and LeeAnn Ladin (co-wrote Secretariat’s Meadow” visiting with him in August 2011.

This photo of Armani was taken a few days ago. Thank you Kateri and Dean for taking such good care of Armani! Another happy story….

April 19th Breakfast!!!

Happy mini’s!  CaryLou, Daisy, Jazzy.

The officer team of the DeLand SR FFA spent the day here and it was simply awesome!  Not everyone could make it here on April 25th to our ASPCA Beauty’s Haven Equine Rescue’s Help a Horse Day & Celebration of Life 2015 so we had our get together today.  We had lots of fun and so much got done – it was great!  I’ve lots of photos to share tomorrow but for now we’re calling it a day!  Thanks Jenna!  You and your team did a great job!

Beautiful view from the front porch!

The STRIDE Dressage Poker Run to benefit Beauty’s Haven is Saturday in Ocala!

As is our Celebration of Life!

Don’t forget to register for the Beauty’s Haven Obstacle Challenge 2015 SOON!  We always have a blast!  We are looking for volunteers, sponsors, and participants!  Let’s all get together and have a great time – we all deserve a break for a day!

 

06/22/2015/by Theresa Batchelor
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Betsy Rose, Community Support, Events, Farm Updates, Horse Updates, Veterinary Care, Visitors, Volunteering

So Much to Update You About! Jan 18th – 21st 2015

February 18 – 21, 2015

Betsy Rose got her acupuncture/TENS treatment last Saturday. Some of her lab work came back, but not all, and Dr. Julia pulled another test (thyroid) this past Monday but we likely won’t have those results back until next week. From what we do know, Betsy’s glucose is high and her kidneys are a little stressed. But her CBC results were good. Once we get additional test results back, we will know more. She wouldn’t lay down in her stall so we stripped it and switched the shavings to pelleted bedding but she still won’t lay down in there. But in the mornings, she goes right out after breakfast and naps in the sun. She gets a hooficure tomorrow. Please keep her in your prayers.

Athena got an acupuncture treatment last Saturday too.

Athena is so pretty. We’re not sure what breed she is but there’s some draft in there. Her hock boots should be here tomorrow, I hope.

Two beautiful mares – Athena and Serenity.

Athena getting some extra attention on Monday. Wanda brought her 4H Saddlebusters Club to help out and almost all of the horses got a good and much needed grooming.

Ruby getting some extra attention on Monday. I thought she was going to fall asleep and fall over she enjoyed it so much!

Amber and Baby Ray impatiently waiting on their hay to be unloaded from the trailer a few days ago. We have to make another hay run, hopefully, tomorrow. With the cold temps, we are going through a bit more. It’s already below freezing here tonight.

Amber is such a sweet little mare – she really would make someone a very nice horse. She’s a TWH looking for a forever home.

Donovan and Bryce playing gelding games.

Baby Ray being, well, Baby Ray. I wasn’t sure how many blankets I’d find torn to shreds this morning. But I guess everyone realized how much they need them and all were intact.

Matilda proudly wears Gentleman’s blanket. I know he wouldn’t mind. I’ll never stop missing him. Dr. Mangan will be here tomorrow to check out Matilda’s eyes.

Tomorrow is a big day – Dr’s. Mangan and Simonson will be here and two farriers will be coming too. Everyone here is bundled up. We’re so blessed that the the horses all have a blanket. This is Sisco.

Guess who got their tail braided on Monday?

We are so blessed to have a dependable truck. The tractor is in the shop and we sure do miss it. It makes for more work when we don’t have it. But at least we found a local place to repair it. The picked it up last Friday and we are waiting on a cost estimate.

A beautiful sunny, but cold day!

The mare that started it all – my heart horse. Beauty.

February 20th

Aalayeh Belle – when I look at her I see Momma Sue through and through. She came up to have a knee injury checked while Dr. Julia was here.

Matilda seemed so proud of herself today when Dr. Mangan examined both of her eyes and she even allowed him to flush her tear duct without any sedation! The good news is that the issue in her right eye is believed to be Immune-Mediated Keratitis. It is being treated with medication and the cloudiness should improve over the next couple of weeks. The other good news is that her left eye which had tears a lot is fine – it was as suspected – a clogged tear duct. This is something that gets overlooked a lot in horses. When Donovan got here, he had discharge running down both of his eyes that went untreated – there were open sores that flies loved. He has some permanent scars from this. His tear ducts were flushed during his initial exam upon intake and both were clogged. Anyway, Matilda should be fine. Dr. Mangan wants to look at her eyes again in a couple of weeks. The bad news for Matilda, well, there isn’t any!

We are so excited about Daisy’s progress! She’s had two BCG injections now over the past few weeks and we are seeing positive changes around both of her eyes. The tumors have shrunk! She gets oral supplements and a topical applied daily. We are staying positive about her recovery. BELIEVE!

Dr. Mangan also did an examination on Betsy Rose. She’s been blind in her right eye since the day she arrived – it’s totally clouded over. But she’s been startling a bit more lately and we thought having her eyes examined would be a good thing to do. Well, sadly, she is losing vision in her left eye too.

Betsy Rose has polycoria – you can see in the photo it looks like she has two pupils. It’s a very good thing that she’s had time here to get to know her way around. She knows she’s safe here, and loved very much. We’ll put bubble wrap on her if we have to!

“It was a really busy day today – As you know, Dr.’s Mangan and Simonson were here and Laura and Stephanie were here too! They do our hooficures. I’m feeling better but Mommy Theresa’s arm isn’t doing very well. Well, have a good night everyone. Freckles is getting ready to tell Lucy a bedtime story about one of her travel adventures – they do this almost every night. Sweet dreams everyone!” says Betsy Rose.

February 21st

The Bridle Brigade of Levy County came out today – I’m so glad that the weather was better! Lots of horses got some extra attention and some of the chores got done pretty quickly!

The mini “Welcome Committee!”

We really appreciate Misti and her group taking the time to come and we always enjoy sharing the horses.

Doesn’t Matilda look like she is smiling? In my opinion, we should always take every opportunity we can to help educate the horse owners of tomorrow.

The entire Beauty Haven’s herd thanks you all for your continued love and support.

#bhfer #betsyrose #believe

02/22/2015/by Theresa Batchelor
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