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Bandit
Bandit is our
aging (30+/- years old) herd patriarch. He came to us in the winter of 2003 when a horse dealer decided he
was too old to be used as a camp horse. Fortunately for Bandit (and us!), the dealer thought of Cathy first before sending
him "away". Lame, unkempt, and underweight, his first year with us was tenuous. We weren't sure he'd even survive the winter. But
survive he did and he is now fully retired at our farm, his only duty to rule his herd and to occasionally babysit some youngsters
learning how to groom!
UDATE - Bandit came
through the winter with flying colors. He has not dropped an ounce and I believe it is safe to say he has probably gained
a few. He remains true to his girls Daisy and Silky.
Fully Sponsored!!
Gracie
Gracie is a
15+ year old grade Appaloosa mare and is about as steady and bombproof as horses come. She didn't come to us that way,
though. She had a tendency to be hot but after a year of retraining to slow her down she has become the most wonderful
horse.
UPDATE - Gracie
is doing wonderful and is eager to hit the trails. She has come through the winter in excellent health.
Fully Sponsored!!
MAYDAY
MAYDAY is just a wonderful addition to our ever-growing family. She is a beautiful paint mare with an
eagerness to please. At just 16 years of age, Mayday comes to us with the hope that she will make a great addition to
our childrens programs. She has become a farm favorite.(one of about a dozen). We would like May's mom to know
that she is doing well and seems to have found herself a beau. Cesar is the gelding of choice for a couple of the ladies
here, after all, who could blame them.
Sponsor(s) needed!
Ryan
Ryan is a really sweet 16.2h 19 year old chestnut Saddlebred who was owner-surrendered this spring.
He is chronically foundered and not likely to be ridden again. Our efforts right now are concentrated upon getting/keeping
him pasture sound. Ryan, of all of our horses, really needs a sponsor very soon so that he can get corrective shoeing he needs.
He is also on a number of supplements to minimize the inflammation and pain associated with his condition. He is a sweet
guy and has much energy and spirit in spite of his lameness.
UPDATE - Ryan continues to mend and remains so ever gentle. He has been receiving massage therapy which seems
to be working well.
Sponsor needed!
Cady
Cady is a sweet 20 year old Shetland pony donated by the same great folks who donated Cody to us (Cody has
since passed away). She is just the right size for the really little ones to work with. She is gentle and lets them lead and
groom her.
UPDATE - Oh our sassy little Cady smallest of all but takes not gruff. She is doing wonderful and loves to
see her Victoria coming.
Caesar
Caesar is a handsome 15.3h 15 year old Appaloosa gelding that was donated to our program on August
27th. His owner felt that he would be a good addition to our program. Unfortunately, Caesar has been diagnoses
as having Navicular syndrome. We have consulted with a barefoot trimmer who has agreed to help us treat this condition.
We are very hopeful that we can get his unsoundness turned around so that he can have a bright future here!
UPDATE - Caesar has responded well to both the barefoot trimmer and the hands on healing being
given. Thankyou Katherine and Mary for all you have done. Now if he could just get the girls (Gracie and Mayday) to give him
a rest !
Caesar has been fortunate enough to receive partial sponsorship!! Thank you so much Ashley,
Ceasar will be able to continue to get the extra attention he so desperately needs thanks to your gift.
Silky
Silky comes to us from a childrens camp. She is very loving and willing to please. She has problems
with lameness and loves to crib.
UPDATE : Silky has had some dental work done and this has eliminated some of her discomfort as her back teeth
where about an inch plus to long. She is being treated for her lameness with massage therapy and vitamins and this seems to
being helping a great deal.
Sponsorship needed
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