Bess – Beauty's Haven Farm and Equine Rescue Inc.

Cricket’s Visit with Dr. Bess

Once Dr. Bess was finished with Jiminy’s dental examination/ procedure, it was Cricket’s turn.

Cricket’s teeth were bad, too, but not as bad as Billy’s. She also has some missing teeth.

Cricket had an old injury on the upper eyelid of her left eye. The eyelid had been ripped, likely on a branch or fence. It had not been sutured, so the torn part of her eyelid didn’t move when she blinked.

Some of the lashes were turned inward towards the eye. This obstructed some of her vision and most undoubtedly, irritated her eye as well.

Dr. Bess removed the damaged part of Cricket’s eyelid while she was sedated for her dental procedure.

Voila! This photo was taken the very next day. What a beautiful eye!

All done with the dental needs – at least all that could be done today. It will be interesting to see how Jiminy and Cricket do over the next few days. Their mouths may be sore for a day or so and they will have to get used to being able to chew.

Thanks to all of you, Jiminy and Cricket are well on the road to recovery!

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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.

Beauty’s Haven was awarded Verified status by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) in 2012. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries. Awarded November 2014 Equine Hero and 2017 Eagle Rare Life Award for Heroism. A Guidestar Exchange Silver Participant and a GreatNonprofits Top Rated Non-Profit in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

10/12/2017/by Theresa Batchelor

Contest, Horse Updates, Veterinary Care

Jiminy’s Visit with Dr. Bess

After the mini’s arrival, I noticed right away that Jiminy was quidding. He could not chew the hay that was on the ground. Although Billy tried to eat, he ended up spitting out balls of semi-chewed food.

This alone could make a horse depressed as well as cause weight loss. This is usually caused by issues with the teeth and it could indicate that he’s experiencing pain in his mouth.

We fed soft, mushy meals to Jiminy and Cricket until they could be seen by the dentist. Both Minis are up there in age – it could be that they don’t have many teeth, or their teeth are worn down, or both.

I texted a photo of Billy and his quidding to Dr. Bess Darrow of ‘Tune Ups’ Veterinary Equine Dentistry and Wellness Services to see when she could schedule both Minis. She was at the rescue in less than an hour! It was amazing!

Dr. Bess and her assistant, Ashley, are always great with the horses and they do a remarkable job!

Jiminy had no idea what was in store for him and we had no idea that his teeth were so bad. We’re very grateful to Dr. Bess for responding so quickly.

Jiminy’s teeth were a mess. He could not chew his food and in the process of trying, it was painful.

You can give a horse all the food in the world but if they are unable to chew it and grind it up in order for the body to process it correctly, they are going to drop in body weight.

There were very sharp points – ouch!

A view from the side – a twisted long front tooth had grown down over a lower one.

It took awhile, but look at the difference! Jiminy will be able to chew. However, he may still quid at times, due to missing and worn teeth.

All done with the dental needs – at least all that could be done today. Sometimes, it takes more than one visit to get optimum results. We certainly do appreciate Dr. Bess for responding so quickly! ‘Tune Ups’ Veterinary Equine Dentistry and Wellness Services is awesome!

Please remember to cast your daily vote in the Eagle Rare Life contest and please share amongst family and friends as well. Just click on this link and cast your vote.

‘Life is about determination. Don’t give up just because of the obstacles. Regardless of what obstacles face you, just keep going! Go through, go around, or go over – but never give up!’

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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.

Beauty’s Haven was awarded Verified status by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) in 2012. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries. Awarded November 2014 Equine Hero and 2017 Eagle Rare Life Award for Heroism. A Guidestar Exchange Silver Participant and a GreatNonprofits Top Rated Non-Profit in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

10/12/2017/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

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