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Racking mare update…

11/26/12
This mare is so darn thin – skin on bones. It’s hard to tell with her thick coat. I’m glad she has a thick coat because there’s nothing else to keep her warm. I just got back from an appointment in Gainesville and have someone coming to meet Silver Belle any minute now. I’ll get more pictures of the mare this afternoon. She has such sweet eyes.

She’s laying down in the sun now – she’s likely tired from yesterday’s trip but hopefully feeling secure enough to just relax and enjoy the day. When she walks she staggers – it’s really sad. There is just no muscle. I can’t imagine her being ridden or hitched up to do any amount of work. The farrier will be out tomorrow to pull her shoes and trim her. Dr. Ryan will be out tomorrow too unless we need him before then. I wanted to give her a day to just relax. She is drinking fine so that is good. Quite frankly, I’ve been in tears all day. I just don’t understand – how? How could this happen????

We appreciate the help from others but we need more donations to help this mare. Any amount would be appreciated. No amount is too small. Donations can be called into the vet’s office at 352-237-6151 or if you’d like to donate some hay for her donations can be called into Larson Farms at 352-867-8333, Her rehab is going to take some time – slow and steady with everything. I’m worried about her so please keep her in your prayers. God bless and thank you.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: www.bhfer.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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Holiday Save Racking Mare

11/25/12
We went on faith and prayer that needed help for this mare would come – we were very blessed that Pam (transporter) was able to pick her up on her way back from a haul up north. Pam said the owner offered to hitch the mare up to show how she drives or to saddle her up to ride her – even in this condition. How sad! Pam politely declined and loaded the mare up. The mare is said to be 10 years old but she’s older, I’m sure.

She is grossly underweight – no fat or muscle which is hard to see because she does have a winter coat which is a good thing although I imagine she has still had some pretty cold nights with an empty tummy. Her feet are long and she is still wearing shoes. Pam stopped to put a stable blanket on the mare and she is comfortably munching on hay for the trip to the rescue.

It’s hard to see how thin she is because of her color and the shadows in the trailer.

We need donations to help with this mare that desperately needed to land in a good place. We need help with costs for vetting and transport. No amount is too small and donations are tax deductible. Donations can be made via our website or PayPal or snail mail. We’re estimating at least $500 for the first month and another $300 after for at least 6 months. If you send a donation please mark it for our “2012 Holiday Save”. This mare haunted me for many days and nights this past week. I’m very glad she is now safe. Let’s pray that she can recover and live a happy long life.

I know this is a bad time of the year. Donations are already down and the economy is taking a toll. If Rosita had not found a home we would not have been able to take this mare. But God has a way of helping things to work out and we really did take a giant leap that help would come. We are praying that if many people send even $5 it will all add up to enough to cover her expenses. Please share this email with family and friends – perhaps someone would like to help. Help us to make a difference for this mare. God bless and thank you!

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: www.bhfer.org
Donate: www.bhfer.org/donate.html
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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Racking Mare Settles In

November 24th, 2012…

Little Racking mare has settled in. She enjoyed a warm mash and is comfy in her blanket. She is in good spirits but we need her to drink a bit more than she has been. Many thanks to Pamela Zarem and her family for going above and beyond to get this girl home. Now, a good night’s sleep – although, will likely check on her through the night. 🙂

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: www.bhfer.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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BH 11/24/12 Update – lots of photos

November 24th, 2012…

We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. It was beautiful here. But the nice day closed with temperatures down into the high 30’s yesterday morning. The babies and seniors were blanketed and comfortable. We’ll have to break out a few more blankets though – looks like it’s going down to freezing tonight. Brrrr!!

There’s been so much going on – it’s always busy. I wanted to make time tonight to update on some things. Mostly good things. Morning Star was adopted by his foster family which is simply awesome! I was so happy when Chris told me they wanted to adopt him! Morning Star is a very talented boy and there is never a dull moment with him! Jenna and her dad, Chris, come to help out a couple of days each month and boy it sure helps to have many hands!

Just like her momma, Dora has a special scratching spot.

So does Starbuck.

Cisco wrapped up nice and warm. He didn’t mind that the blanket is pink. He’s just that way – happy go lucky. He’s looking for a forever home.

Beauty and the boys – Genesis and Cisco. And Beauty standing for me to trace her foot so I could put some pads into her slippers – she was sore in the front. She seems to be better today.

Dr. Cogswell working chiropractic on Peaches a couple of weeks ago. And then she worked on Beauty. Dr. Cogswell comes through the Ocala area once a month and does a great job! Dr. Ryan recommended her and I do too! Her website is www.cogswellvet.com.

Lace is ready for a forever home. She’s a sweet girl. Rides nicely but I’ve only ridden her at a walk/trot.

Penny… determined to find a few crumbs. She’s become quite independent and is still as cute as she could possibly be!

Baby Girl – still gorgeous! She munched on some hay until it was her turn for a hooficure. She loves scratches!

And this is Jenny being silly with Penelope on Thanksgiving!

Princess – still a pretty girl. This is Laura doing a hooficure and Kim holding which we appreciate very much!

How the farm looks from up on Cisco and Genesis. Me on Cisco and Kylie on Genesis – it is seldom we get these little pleasures.

Cookie getting a little extra attention from a volunteer – one of the UF students.

Little Rambo now lives with a mini donkey (named Casper) that wasn’t treated very well before going to his current home. Rambo is helping Casper to learn that all humans are not bad. This is Casper getting his first hooficure since he’s been at his new home. Rambo is outside watching. Little Casper did well.

I took some time to take a short ride on Genesis on Thanksgiving Day. And I was actually able to talk Bob into going for a short walk around the paddock! I visited with all of the horses on Thanksgiving and they all got carrots. Both human kids were home and it was just a beautiful day!

Spirit is doing well. She is adjusting to her new surroundings and has made new friends! Her new human mom is doing a great job with her!

Some more good news – Rosita will be leaving for her new home late next week! Some other news – we have been asked to help a very thin Racking horse mare that needs a safe place to land. We would like to make her our holiday save. Even with somewhat of a winter coat you can see how thin she is. Even thin, she is hooked up and driving. We need help with sponsors – she needs about $500 her first month and then about $300 each month after for at least 6 months. Would anyone like to help her? If anyone can help us to help the mare please email me. Donations are tax deductible and no amount is too small. Please help us to give her a new start in life – I know she would appreciate a full tummy and warm blanket for the holiday season.

We hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend. Don’t forget about our fundraiser – the beautiful drawing of Ambrosia – current bid is $150. God bless and thank you for your continued support! And again, please help us to help this mare.

Sincerely,
Theresa
Beauty’s Haven Farm & Equine Rescue, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Website: www.bhfer.org
Donate: www.bhfer.org/donate.html
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bhfer.tb

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