Donna and all
Momma Pony and her foal came to us thru a wonderful person that had seen these pony's when they went to purchase one this jerk had for sale. This person was horrified at the condition of the horses. Most of them like Momma Pony, some maybe not as bad. This person, not CMHR, purchased as many as they could and some of the worst they saw. The rescuer turned 3 of the horses over to CMHR. These horse were in a group that were going to be used for barbecuing by this jerk. I just can't fathom something like this happening to these beautiful animals.
The horse Connie posted about this morning, Alex going to the vet. Alex and his Momma were where their owner's pack of pit bulls got in and killed his momma. A neighbor saw what was happening got him to turn Alex over to them. They took him to the vet, had him gelded, all shots and then turned him over to CMHR. There are some wonderful people in this world and especially on this forum who help us with these horses. All of you that have donated money, supplies like wormer's, halters, leads and even the gift certificates some of you all turned back to CMHR help us with these rescue horses. At this time of the year, we have some blankets that if needed will be sent.
Donna, you asked if this was a part of a herd of 50 horses. I know there is a herd but the neighbors again are working with these people hoping to educate them as to the proper care of horses especially in the winter. Yes if these horses get turned over and I'm not sure how many there are. We will need people with trailers and places for them to go. I just want to remind everyone that this year especially with the economy we need the help. One of our biggest needs is foster homes in every state. Please go and fill out the forms if you are able. We have to have places for these and other horses to go to if any get turned over. If we get more than one or two in at a time it is a horrific job to try and find places for them to go. We are on a stand by for however many come out of this herd. If we get a call we have to move quickly.
With this all being said, I know I'm speaking for all the CMHR Board when I say THANK YOU!! We want to thank Carolyn (Frankie) for taking the time away from her very busy life to do this each year. This is the 5th year!!! Thank you Leeana for helping Carolyn, thank you to all that put up the challenges and the people who put up the gift certificates. You are all awesome.
A special thanks to all of you that have donated to the[SIZE=12pt] $3.00 Mission of Thanks[/SIZE] As Connie said there is nothing too small for a donation. If it's $.50, $1.00 or larger amounts it all goes for a good cause "The Horses".
Miniature horse people are the best!!!!