Wow, has it really been that long since I last blogged? I can't believe just how busy it has been. Horses in, horses out and lots of news, both good and bad.
First off, it looks like Bandit is going to have a new home. We just received his paperwork and all that is left is the site visit. This is just such good news, because he really has been overlooked by a lot of people. Here are some recent pictures of him at his current foster home.
Big hug.
Getting kid handled.
Snugglin'. (Or at least permitting himself to be snuggled. He really is much too dignified to suggest the idea.)
And, finally, a bit of peace to fill his belly, after a hard afternoon of being spoiled. Tough life, boys.
Tilly has moved again. He is officially in foster, but, if he works out, he may be adopted straight out, which would be nice for him. Here's a couple of pictures.
In their last email, his new foster family stated that he seemed very kind and gentle, and was especially patient with children and timid adults. This is a recurring theme with him--people are amazed at just how kind he is. He is not yet in adoption pending so, if you are interested in a kind, versatile horse, old enough to have grown out of the silliness you often see in young horses (and people!), please contact us. He's too sweet a guy to languish in foster--if I wasn't full up, I would be looking at him for my own personal mount, regardless of my short legs. I can stretch. I think. Anyone know of a good yoga class?
Now, on to the bad news. We've determined that Apple's knees are very arthritic, so she will never be suitable as a riding horse, only as a companion horse. However, she is BEAUTIFUL and if you have a single horse that needs a companion, she would be ideal. Bottom of the pecking order and just as cute as a button. See her most recent pictures here.
Cute, cute, cute
Doesn't it just make you want to say 'awwwww'?
The news about Wyatt's ankle keeps getting less optimistic and treatment options are getting both more expensive and less likely to help. We are right now trying to determine his quality of life and pain level, so we can figure out how much support he will need to have a decent quality of life. I don't have pictures of his ankle--I should get some someday, to give an idea what we are up against. It's a shame, because it could have been corrected right after he was born, but now the ankle has grown and damaged itself more. Only time will tell.
Admiral has arrived at his foster home (Apple's old digs) and we'll soon have a post on him. As well, we have an older pony on our courtesy page, if anyone is looking for a companion horse or a leadline pony, please check him out.
Devil, the tall, dark and handsome guy, is still looking for a home. Give him a donut and he's yours forever. Jane, too, is looking for someone to take her home. She's a pretty horse, already trained to saddle, just a bit rusty and used to getting her own way.
Updates soon on Chance, as well, who has slicked up lovely and shiny. Like most boys, though, he'd rather be dirty than clean. What is it with you guys and dirt?
Looking ahead to fall, we already know that we are going to be 3 foster homes short for the winter, as we are losing some of our fosters temporarily. If you have space and a bit of time, please consider fostering a needy horse. It really is a good feeling and you get to 'dip your toes in the water' a bit if you are considering getting into or getting back into horses. Our support network is great, and remember, Sadie's Place will pay for vet bills, farrier costs and worming directly, so it is somewhat less risky than outright buying yourself a horse.
Anyway, Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. You know you really need a horse, to save you mowing the lawn. Just think of all the extra hammock time you would have, if you had a horse to mow your lawn. And remember how the girls ooh and ahh over the cowboys in the movies. Just a suggestion. No pressure. Hint, hint.
Don't forget to hug your horses!
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