Our lovely Sapphire developed cellulitis a few weeks ago in her left hind leg. Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that occurs underneath the skin, often from a small wound. Unfortunately, Sapphire is just not as able to fight off infection due to her age, and while we do inspect the horses daily, sometimes a very small cut can end up becoming a larger issue with horses like Sapphire who have compromised immune systems. We had the vet out, who put on a "sweat wrap" on the leg and gave us some … [Read more...]
UPDATE: Popcorn
We've had Popcorn a few weeks now, and he is doing very well! We put him in a stall next to Quixote, but he began weaving a lot, so we put him into a larger paddock... where he still weaves a lot. Popcorn is in love with Devon, who lives next door, and he will weave even when Devon is standing right next to him. Weaving is when a horse moves his weight from one leg to the other, often moving his head from side-to-side. It stems from boredom and isolation; horses who do not get out of their … [Read more...]
San Diego, CA: 12 y/o Arabian Mare Needs Home
We were contacted by a woman who is looking to rehome her 12 year-old Arabian mare. Mera is up-to-date on all of her vaccinations and teeth. She has been used as a trail horse for the past two years, riding in the mountains. Her owner no longer has time to ride her due to health issues, and Mera needs to get out everyday. Mera had a best "horsie" friend for a time when she was in the mountains, but for the most part she does not like other horses close to her. She does not have papers, but … [Read more...]
(Re)introducing: Hershey!
Hershey is a bay 25 year-old Appendix (Quarter horse/Thoroughbred cross) who we rescued over a decade ago. He had been a show jumper, but his owner was unable to keep him due to financial issues. We found a wonderful woman named Sara who adopted him and they seemed to be a match made in heaven! Unfortunately, after about a year, Hershey started to come up lame and he was diagnosed with navicular. Although horses with navicular can still be ridden for shorter distances, they should no longer be … [Read more...]
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