Rylee is a cute Peruvian Paso who we rescued at the end of January. She has DSLD, which means the tendons in her hind legs are stretching out, which can cause discomfort, but she is on a daily pain medication to keep her comfortable. DSLD can be managed through proper hoof trims and pain medication, but there is no cure. We originally put Rylee into a stall that was next to the paddock where we were keeping Grace, Hope and Garnet. We wanted to put her into a paddock, but when we put her down … [Read more...]
Welcome Our Newest Rescues: Jesse and Rylee!
It's been an exciting few weeks at Hanaeleh, as we have one of our horses return, and a new herdmate to welcome at the rescue! Jesse Jesse is a 20 year-old Quarter horse gelding. Jesse is what we call a boomerang horse- he keeps coming back! He has come back now three times- and never though any fault of his own. Jesse's owner was having financial difficulties and also was concerned that Jesse was not doing well at his new stable. Jesse is why we always have a first right-of-refusal on all of … [Read more...]