[theloneappy]

Hi all! Just thought I would post this for the rescue I help out with. The minis are currently at HHH Miniature Horse Rescue

Here is a copy of the email I received from them -

July 1, 2009 started like any other day. HECTIC! As I sat down to read my emails for the day I was shocked at what I would read - AGAIN!
12 miniature horses needing immediate rescue almost 2,000 miles away. American Humane had emailed me and asked how I felt about taking in 12 severely neglected minis. Without hesitation, I knew we had to help. After several phone calls, we devised a plan.
Our transporter, coincidentally lived only 10 miles from the horses needing rescue and although it seems he is NEVER home, it turned out something was meant to be because he was home and ready to come my way. I took it as a sign that not only was he home, coming here, but 10 miles away!
The tipster got a vet out to give vaccinations, worm and check the horses. All was set for a few days later. These minis are nothing but skin and bones, with horrible teeth and some have very bad foundered feet. Two had foals and all are weak and emaciated, lice infested and have parasite infestation. This will take many months of rehab but it is summer here in North Dakota and we are ready. These poor minis had no shelter from the sweltering southern summer heat and 2 inches of algae on top of their water. They were not being fed but a handful of grain and maybe moldy hay or no hay at all - we are unsure. One can barely eat or chew due to it’s terrible teeth problems.







And here is when they arrived. I am attaching pictures and the link to the rest of the pictures.
The Arrival

The horses arrived July 7th at 4:00 PM and we just weighed, measured, evaluated them and dusted them for lice. Some of the manes were SO tangled and severely matted that we just cut them off. They were also very full of lice. All needed tails cut as they were dragging along the ground. Tomorrow it is feet day. We are just letting them get their feet on solid ground after their 2000 mile trip.
The transporter even got hit by a drunk driver in Tennessee on the way here and his trailer was a bit dented but everyone is ok. There are 8 mares, 2 foals, and 2 stallions.


These are just a few of the pictures. To see the rest please click the link. Link to more photos

[Sterling]

OMG !! THAT MAKES ME SICK ! I have 2 mini's and I could not comprehend how someone can do this to such defensless animals.

KUDOS ! To the rescue group that took the poor things in and helped them.

Please keep us posted on how they recover

[theloneappy]

I will. The bunch that we got from AL earlier this year are looking great and getting adopted out now.

[Sterling]

If I was in the US I would definatley adopt some, I have often thought about doing Mini rescue out here but dont have the foggiest idea how to do it. ie: letting people and Spca (animal control) know that I will take them in etc. Maybe one day I can figure it out. I hope they all find the wonderful homes they deserve.

[theloneappy]

You could sure Email Alison and ask her for advice. I'm sure she would be able to give some pointers at least. >.<

I'm my pasture wasn't as full as I am comfortable having it (could probably take another just don't want to over stress the pasture) then I would be fostering another one.

[4kids]

oh my! Poor little things, really love that little gray one! I wish I was able to do something, just don't have any extra cash or the ability to feed another one orI would grab one in a minute!