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A Magic Milestone!

MAGICS MILESTONE

January 24th, 2018

For those who know Magic’s story, you’ll understand how big an accomplishment this is, and for those who are unaware of his history, I hope that you will gain a better understanding of his very sad past.

Magic is an Arabian stallion that was used as a tripping horse. Most horses don’t survive this horrific abuse and if they do, they are so mentally messed up, that they are most often, deemed crazy and sent to slaughter.

After surviving his “charro” life, Magic ended up with someone who beat him with a 2 x 4 because he would not take a saddle. I received a call from a young lady who had witnessed this repeated abuse and asked if we could help. From the moment I saw Magic, I knew he’d be coming home with us. He was very untrusting and petrified of people, ropes, boards, etc., and understandably so.

I was very blessed that he accepted me from the very beginning and we have a relationship built on trust. It took a few years, but now he will approach other humans for scratches. I do tell everyone who goes into his paddock, however, that Magic lives life on his terms. Nobody is allowed to try to “catch” or halter him – he feels threatened if they do, and runs away.

Magic accepts me haltering him, treating injuries, putting a flymask on him, and more. If he needs a vet, I sedate him and put a soft towel over his eyes and once the vet arrives and does what he needs to do, and then leaves, I remove the towel.  It’s worked great.

Magic has had melanomas for years which had not caused an issue. However, one recently got very angry after he rubbed it raw against a board. I cleaned and treated it daily. There really wasn’t a way to keep the flies from the sore so I considered putting a sleazy on him to protect the area. Well, I tried and was pleasantly surprised when he stood perfectly still and let me do so!  I was so proud of him! I opted to leave the sore open and continued to keep it clean and treated and thankfully, it’s so much better now. But the sleazy was a major milestone for him!

To learn more about the horrendous practice of horse tripping, please click here but please be aware that the images may prove to be quite disturbing.

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The barn just isn’t the same without Cookie and Betsy Rose. Ruby gets more attention now but I’ll bet she, too, wishes her four legged friends were still with us.

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SeAnna has found her loving, forever home!  She is a pasture pal to a blind gelding.  The first time they met they clicked!  Both appear to be very happy!

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Kiana is another beautiful girl that is looking for a forever home as a trail horse. She’s getting some training sessions in with Dan Rexroad!

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Penny, a 30+ year old blind Belgian, looks gorgeous in her cold weather blanket. And believe me, it’s been really cold!

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I miss her so much.

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We always look forward to when Carien Schippers, the talented artist who has photographed many members of our beloved herd, visits the rescue. She has photographed many of our horses over the years. Carien is currently offering a discount on her art to benefit Beauty’s Haven. Please click here to view Carien’s lovely images. If you wish to purchase a piece, please use code EGPSNY for a 15% discount which is applicable through February 1, 2018.

Thank you, Carien, for your love and support.

Photo by Carien Schippers.

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Our Noble Arabian Stud – Magic

February 14th, 2014

I needed some “me” time on Wednesday morning so I snuck away after feeding and chores.  I retreated to Magic’s paddock.  He had horrible tangles in his mane which can come about overnight and I needed a happy project and I knew I’d be there for hours. LOL

Voila! Not just detangled but braided too!

Magic came to us in 2007.  He had been used in the Mexican “sport” of horse tripping.  He was one of the lucky ones that survived (if you don’t know what horse tripping is just Google it – but be warned – it may be graphic).  The “sport” is totally barbaric.  The majority of horses that survive go to slaughter due to physical injuries or because they are too mentally fried to be handled or trained.  For them to learn to trust humans after living through what they do, well, it could take years.  In some cases, a horse may never come around.  It’s very sad.

After being used and abused in the “sport” Magic ended up in a home where he was repeatedly beaten with a 2 x 4 because he refused to be saddled.  But thanks to the intervention by a brave young lady who feared for his life, we were able to pay $200 for him. The moment I met him, I promised him we would try to right the wrongs that had been done to him.  He understood – I just know he did.

When Magic came to Beauty’s Haven he was petrified of people and ropes which is understandable.  He has scars from rope burns that help tell his story.  He communicates very strongly – he has a huge heart and his dignity has been restored.  Even though he is a stud, he doesn’t act studdish and he would never intentionally hurt anyone.

We sometimes permit some humans to go into Magic’s paddock if they want to meet him.  If he approaches them for a treat or scratches that’s great.  If he is uncomfortable, he will simply walk away.  Nobody is allowed to go after him – he lives life on his terms and picks and chooses which humans he’s comfortable with – he’s earned that.  I did teach him how to give kisses – he gives those to whoever he chooses.  He has come a long way and I’m very proud of him.  Magic won’t accept being handled by other humans including vets, farriers, etc. but that’s ok.  I simply refuse to let anyone stress him or push him to the point of being afraid.  He trusts me to halter him and do what I need to do whether its treating a sore, detangling his mane, giving him medications, etc.  He’s healthy and happy and will live out his sunset years here as a Sanctuary horse.  I pray that someday the cruel “sport” of horse tripping will be made illegal around the world.

Magic still doesn’t care for ropes but that’s understandable.  He’s learned, from day one, that he has nothing to fear here.  He is forever home.

Look at the size of Magic’s face/neck how and imagine the strength this horse has – it wouldn’t take much for him to seriously injure someone.  But I trust him, completely.  Look at his eyes – they are sincere, honest, and kind.

Magic deserves being happy and loved and cared for, everyday, for the rest of his life.  I’ve been very blessed to be part of his life and we have a very special bond.

Look at little Ashlyn and Magic – he’s offering her kisses.  This horse has come a long, long way.

I just love this noble Arabian!

Sincerely,
Theresa

Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
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