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JoJo Meets Gentleman Up Close, Kiana’s Adoption, and More

July 5th

“Mommy Theresa it’s time for breakfast! Let’s get the day going – we’re already a couple of hours behind!”

Kylie and I just tried a different mask on JoJo and he showed his disgust by literally throwing himself down and having a fit! Silly boy!

July 6th

It was a busy weekend here – I’ll try to get an update out tomorrow evening. I have PT in the morning and Kiana will be going to her new home tomorrow. Today Kiana grazed up on Frosty’s Knoll while Betsy Rose wandered around the house to graze. Yesterday Kiana played with the mini’s for awhile – she didn’t even notice when Betsy Rose wandered back to the barn to take a nap by the fan. I’m so glad that Jody and her family have been coming to spend time with Kiana – it will make the transition easier for her. As for us humans that are watching her go, well, I keep telling myself that this is what we do. With help from others we did our part with Kiana and now it’s time for her to start her next chapter in life – but she’ll always be part of our family. And she’ll only be 30 minutes away. Have a good night everyone.

This is JoJo going exploring with Sylvie. He’s so funny!

Kiana, Cookie, and Betsy.

July 7th

I never say good-bye – they are part of our family, always. It’s always hard when they go.

Kiana settled into her new home today without any concerns. We’re so proud of this little filly!

“You’re Gentleman! Oh my gosh – you’re so big up close and personal! You look a lot like Donovan! I’m JoJo and Freckles told me all about you and the others! She says you’re the senior here. Well, I’m the junior! Can we pal around sometimes? Why is Mommy Theresa putting braids in your mane? That’s ok – they put a little blue bow on my butt one day. The humans thought it was cute!”

This is Judy holding Donovan so I could hose him down and treat a new boo boo on his back leg. He has stopped sweating and is staying in under fans during the days now.

Betsy Rose – gotta love her! She’s so expressive!

Oscar and Pistol will be going to their new adoptive home tomorrow. It just isn’t going to be the same here. Kiana and now these two. But – this is what we do. These two will literally be just down the road, less than 2 miles away. They are going to a friend of Dr. Julia’s and we’ll get updates and photos often. I’m so glad they found a home together.

A VERY SPECIAL FUNDRAISER!
A one of a kind offer! For our latest fundraiser, we are offering a lovely Betsy Rose & Kiana 16” x 16” pillow! A suggested donation of $5 for each chance may be forwarded via our donate page: theresa. Please designate your donation, ‘Betsy Rose & Kiana Pillow.’ The winning name will be selected in Morriston, Florida, on July 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm EDT. All proceeds will be applied to the needs of the Beauty’s Haven Horses.

We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 20-4783950.
IMPORTANT: In accordance with Chapter 496, Florida Statutes, the Solicitations of Contributions Act, the following information is provided:
Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., Registration No.: CH21245
“A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE OR OUTSIDE FLORIDA AT 850-410-3800. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.”
“The percentage, if any, of each contribution that is retained by any professional solicitor that has contracted with the organization is Zero %.”
Beauty’s Haven does not use professional solicitors. “The percentage of each contribution that is received by the organization is 100%”
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Sincerely,
Theresa

Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
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Paso Fino Case Update – Mares and a Colic

February 26th, 2012

It was a very productive day at the Paso farm yesterday. We got a couple mares into the barn and got them settled in.  I called Dr. Joan Gariboldi out to treat one of the mare’s (Maraca) that has been in for a few days that appeared to be trying to colic and she had a slight temperature.  Maraca was oiled but as of this morning she still had not passed any manure.  Pam is on her way to transport Maraca here to the rescue where we can monitor her and have Dr. Joan out again if needed.  Pam is a wonderful transporter and we recommend her without any reservations!

Dr. Joan also vaccinated some of the horses and pulled coggins and did a health certificate.  One of the mares left to go to her new home.  Slowly but surely we are making progress.  I was supposed to go back today for pictures but it’s horrible weather and my bronchitis is worse again.  Here are a few pictures from yesterday.

Red got to play in the round pen yesterday and he loved it! And we enjoyed watching him!

One of the available mares – #10.  Not sure of her age yet. A coggins needs to be pulled on her.  She is an alpha mare.

This is Scarlet.  She’s a very sweet mare estimated to be 6 years old.  Coggins is done.

Maraca is now here for monitoring.  She has passed some poop and seems less stressed.  The weather is still horrible.

Hope to feel better tomorrow.  Calling it a day now.  Two of the studs are being picked up in the morning.  Hopefully the rains will subside long enough for them to load without any problems.  Seeing them go is bittersweet but we are very happy that they will have their own human family.  It’s hard for us not to get attached to each one of them – and we do.

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Harley is Leaving! Homeward Bound!

February 8th, 2012

Another busy day here – lots going on here and offsite.  Harley left for his new home today.  He was bright and perky – a new adventure for him.  A whole new life with his own human family – what a blessing!  The day that he arrived here was the day his life began, again!

The windblown look – Harley is so handsome!  He’s put on much needed weight and his unhealthy coat has been replaced with a bright and shiny one.  He holds his head up high and proud – he knows he is loved and that he matters.  He still has a couple of areas that need to grow hair over where the old halter was so tight on him but they too will heal.

We did get a little one on one time this morning. He’s a ham for being groomed.

One of Harley’s legs is much bigger than mine – he’s 19 hh and I can’t even see over him!

Harley likes kisses.

Turning him over to his new mom.  Yes, I was holding back tears that eventually flowed.  I have no doubt that his new family will love and care for him and he will be happy – this is what we want for all of them.  But it isn’t easy.  Once they are here you get to know them.  They morph into healthy and happy horses.  You bond with them and that is what I remind myself – that bond will always be there along with memories that nobody can take away.  They remain family and we love them, always.

We’ll miss him – I already do.  We’ll post updates.  I know he settled in this afternoon just fine.  He was trotting around exploring his new home where he has room to run and play which he loves to do.  He’s meeting and making new friends.  God bless all of you for helping to make this new life for him possible.

As for Harley’s partner that we tried to get I do have a good update on him.  I shared with the owners some things that would help him and they listened!  The horse now has a new shelter.  A farrier was out to do his feet yesterday.  His halter has been replaced with a breakaway one that fits him.  We suggested a different diet for him – this is something we’ll have to follow up on.  We’ll keep up with him but I am very pleased that he is being better cared for and appreciate his humans for the changes they are making.

Regarding donations that came in to help Harley and those that signed up to sponsor him monthly for 6 months.  We never thought an adoption would happen so soon but his surgery went well, his recovery was smooth, he grew healthy and happy and today he went home.  We have just under $1000 left in Harley’s account of donations received and we will no longer need monthly funds from those that donate monthly towards his care.  If anyone would like us to return some of the remaining funds they intended for Harley please email us at bhfers@earthlink.net to advise.  However, we would like to ask that those funds be used to cover unexpected vet bills such as Haley and Kami’s exams and vetting, Princess’ lameness exam in January, etc.  Also, we need to buy some vaccines and we also need to stock up on medications that we keep on hand that we buy off the Internet – the prices are less expensive than buying them through the vet’s office.

Harley’s case is an example of what can happen when people work together.  Many worked together in different ways to help him and now we can all be proud of our accomplishment! God bless and thank you all!

Theresa Batchelor
President
Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc.
www.bhfer.org

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