We have a bit of a serious issue…
The mower broke and while the paddocks look beautiful and the horses and donkeys are happy, there’s simply too much grass! Long grass puts equines at risk for founder which is the last thing any of them need. Bugs are more plentiful and it also puts horses at risk for eye issues, scratches, etc. I’ve included some photos of what a simple grass seed pod can do – JoJo and Beauty have both had eye injuries from grass seed pods. Eye injuries are uncomfortable for the horse/donkey and we humans have to treat the eye several times a day, 24/7. Prevention saves a lot of stress, discomfort, time and money.
JoJo says he has a fix and the paddocks don’t need to be mowed, but they really do – the sooner the better! The cost for the mower repairs is $1421. Of this, $770 has already been raised which leaves a balance of $651. I know we keep asking for help (which I don’t like to do) but we operate totally from donations. If you can’t help financially, we completely understand, but you can still help by sharing this out – invite people to our website and Facebook pages where they can learn about us – perhaps they may even be able to help!
Please consider a tax deductible donation to assist with this emergency. Donations can be made via various means on our website at bhfer.org/donate or via our PayPal address bhfer@earthlink.net. If donating via PayPal, please designate your donation for ‘Mower,’ and if you select the tab for ‘Friends or Family,’ no fees will be deducted from your contribution. Our PayPal.me account is paypal.me/bhfer. All donations are greatly appreciated and no amount is ever too small.
On behalf of our ‘Velvet Nosers,’ thank you, all, from the bottom of our hearts!
The really long grass is beautiful but it’s something none of the horses and donkeys need as grass seed pods can cause eye injuries and grass can cause founder.
A mower is essential to keep the paddocks safe for the horses and donkeys.
JoJo has his own idea…
“Wait! Please stop! You don’t need to mow because all of us donkeys and horses will take care of it by eating it!”
Bob is still recuperating from open heart surgery but he’s looking forward to getting back to work.
JoJo had an eye injury caused by a long piece of grass that became lodged under his lower eyelid.
You could clearly see the injury once Dr. Ted stained it.
Beauty also experienced an eye issue a few years ago. Dr. Ryan, upon examination, discovered a seed pod stuck in her eye, but even after removal, the damage had already been done.
Beauty’s ulceration had to be treated several times a day around the clock, but sadly, her eye remains permanently scarred.
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Sophie went to keep another horse company for a few months but recently returned. She gets along with everyone and is so very easy to love. She is now looking for a forever home as a companion or trail horse.
JoJo really does try to help as you can see by 
The horses were happy to get out of their blankets on Monday. We’re happy the temps are up a bit but it is predicted that the cold weather will be returning this weekend.
Cricket really seemed to appreciate her blanket last week during the cold temps and freezing rains.
CaryLou showing off and strutting his stuff in his Betsy Rose poinsettia bows.
Precious Lucy, our mini with big head disease, showing off her Poinsettias.
Jiminy sure is looking good!
Cricket was giving me advice on how to unload the hay that weighs much more than I do!
Love it so much when the horses are very happy with their hay. Every horse in this photo is looking for a forever home.
JoJo is one of the most intuitive and caring donks I’ve ever known. This was taken a couple of days after Betsy Rose left us. He just wanted hugs.
I walked out of the feed room to move Beauty back to her paddock for the evening. I looked up to the sky and found a beautiful surprise.
November 9th, 2017
Little Grace just loves her new home! And her foster family has fallen in love with her – so much so that they are adopting her! Grace has been blessed with her own human family! And we were blessed to be able to help her when she needed us, thanks to the wonderful assistance and support from our village!
Magic is still stunning! Notice the two birds? They are never very far from him. Magic was a bit under the weather for a few days, but thankfully, he is now feeling better.
There must me something magical about the stairs to the office – I never know who I’m going to find there!
Penny is such a sweet and trusting girl. She’s a Belgian that was born blind and is about 30 years young. Please consider giving Penny a home for the holidays. She’s an absolutely wonderful and kind mare with lots of love to give.
JoJo knocking at the office door – he wanted to make sure we didn’t forget to turn the clocks back an hour on Sunday. He was so excited at the thought of turning back time! Silly donkey!
Beauty in 2004. We were getting ready for our first ride at a park in Tampa. She’s the mare that started it all…..
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