Rescued Minis - Page 2

MiMi Susan · 10-21-2009, 02:19 PM

Thanks, Horse Lady. I, too, think they are cute. Poor little Matty is so boney & ratty but like I've said before she is incredibly sweet. Since these girls are so little (haven't measured but I would guestimate they are under 30") I don't want to put them with the other 2 minis I have. I want to keep them separate so that I can control their feedings, make sure they get healthy, etc. We are working on building them a new area & shed at which time I plan to separate the mare & her filly so that I can begin working on the filly's trust issues. I've never trained a horse but I want to learn & I look forward to working with these girls.

Deanna · 10-22-2009, 02:24 AM

they look rather wormy. Be carefull worming them as it could cause a blockage.

kaykay · 10-22-2009, 04:45 PM

Definitely full of worms

Deworm first with panacur or safeguard as its easier on them. Then in 4 weeks use ivermectin gold

I would get them on Purina Equine JR

I would do a first trim on them to get those toes off then a second trim in 2 weeks to get the rest. Sometimes when they are this long its hard on them to trim all at once.

Bless you for taking them!

Kay

Horselady44 · 10-22-2009, 04:54 PM

Yes they do look wormy

And in need of a trim.
They are adorable though! They will look great in a few months though. Looking forward to updated pics. I dont know crap about mini's...so dont really have any advice. Just had to say THANK YOU for taking them in and they are adorable!!!

Appy Luvr · 10-28-2009, 02:45 PM

Poor little girls! Good luck with them! I brought one home from a sale with bad feet and another that was just skin and bones from a different sale. They are both fat, happy and healthy now!! Just takes a little TLC!
I agree with the poster that can't believe someone could starve a mini, I mean come on! How much do the little things eat???

MiMi Susan · 10-29-2009, 10:24 AM

Thanks so every one for all the great advice. How will I know if they have a blockage due to the worming?? What do I look for? They've had round one of the worming.

I am so in love with these sweet little minis!! (So are my granddaughters Bayley 5 & Addy 2). The new minis follow us around & Matty lets the girls love all over her. She is so gentle & sweet. The other two are still skiddish but at least they come running to me when I call - they just don't want me to try to touch them however the mare will take treats out of my hand now.

I have to get feed today so will look for the Purina.

horselady · 10-29-2009, 06:40 PM

If they are impacted you will notice that they are off, like a colic, just do not over do, everything one step at a time, like Kay has stated. they will come around fast, .

Horselady44 · 10-30-2009, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by horselady

If they are impacted you will notice that they are off, like a colic, just do not over do, everything one step at a time, like Kay has stated. they will come around fast, .

Exactly, Def keep a close eye on them and if you suspect anything make sure you call the vet ASAP. Its nothing to mess around with. I lost my baby last winter to this nasty thing. Its sad.
They are beautiful! Im sure they are very greatful that you took them in. They look comfortable at your place. Thank you for your kind heart

They just look so cuddly and sweet.(((HUGS TO THEM)))

AnitaP · 11-04-2009, 07:59 AM

All I can say is bless your heart for taking them in. It just breaks my heart to see them mistreated. I don't understand how people can be so cruel. I am glad you have them now. They look like they just need some TLC and I am sure they will get that with you. Please keep us updated on how they are doing.

Anitap

MiMi Susan · 11-04-2009, 03:16 PM

Just a little update. Still can't touch the mare & her baby but little Matty is something else. She let me put a halter on her this weekend. I brushed her all over & worked on her tail. Put a bow in her mane because I knew the little granddaughter's would like that. She just stood patiently. I lifted all 4 feet & she was very patient. I was so proud of her (& myself). Once I had her all spiffed up I turned her loose & she pranced all around with her tail held high. My husband said she was announcing to all "Look at me! I'm so pretty!" When my granddaughters arrived the 5 year old went to work. As she told me she had on “work clothes & her pink cowboy boots so that she could help train the horses". She caught Matty & then led her all up & down the drive. Matty just did whatever Bayley wanted her to do.

Makes me wonder if someone had worked with this sweet little girl OR maybe she's just naturally gentle & craves the love we give her.

Amy · 11-05-2009, 08:33 AM

Aww, that last pic with your granddaughter is so sweet... love the bow in her little chopped mane... good luck, I bet they'll be adorable in no time!

farmergal · 11-10-2009, 08:58 AM

Aww! What an adorable pic! Sounds like Matty was imprinted at birth but then again maybe she is just naturally sweet. Sounds like Bayley is going to be a little horse woman when she grows up.

Here's a trick that I try when I can't catch misty my wary mare. Use Matty to help you catch the other horses. Put her between you and the horse that you want. If you have a halter on the horse you can grab that and treat or you can grab the mane and treat. Use a treat that they really like. In no time they will get the idea that they get rewarded for being captured. Having Matty between you makes you less of a threat. The feed store sells an apple flavored treat that looks kind of like a dog biscuit. Not as messy as a real apple.

MiMi Susan · 11-10-2009, 02:38 PM

I haven't been able to get close enough to even try to get a halter on her. Like I said she's really skittish. The little mare is still scared acting too although they all run to me at feeding time. The mare will take treats but not the little filly.

Horselady44 · 11-10-2009, 02:44 PM

Oh what a adorable pic

Im sure the others will come around with time and patience

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10-21-2009, 02:19 PM
MiMi Susan Newborn Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Orlando, OK Posts: 11	Cuties Thanks, Horse Lady. I, too, think they are cute. Poor little Matty is so boney & ratty but like I've said before she is incredibly sweet. Since these girls are so little (haven't measured but I would guestimate they are under 30") I don't want to put them with the other 2 minis I have. I want to keep them separate so that I can control their feedings, make sure they get healthy, etc. We are working on building them a new area & shed at which time I plan to separate the mare & her filly so that I can begin working on the filly's trust issues. I've never trained a horse but I want to learn & I look forward to working with these girls.

10-22-2009, 02:24 AM
Deanna Long Yearling Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Yelm, Wa Posts: 1,082	they look rather wormy. Be carefull worming them as it could cause a blockage. __________________ Visit my site at www.nelsonperformancehorses.com

10-22-2009, 04:45 PM
kaykay Long Yearling Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,213	Definitely full of worms Deworm first with panacur or safeguard as its easier on them. Then in 4 weeks use ivermectin gold I would get them on Purina Equine JR I would do a first trim on them to get those toes off then a second trim in 2 weeks to get the rest. Sometimes when they are this long its hard on them to trim all at once. Bless you for taking them! Kay __________________ Breeding AMHA/AMHR/ASPC horses in pinto colors! http://www.baxterspaintedpasture.com Visit our newest site! www.americanshetlandpony.com Miniature Horse Conformation Book by Kay Baxter Ask me about Weefoal mare pregnancy tests that you do on your farm!

10-22-2009, 04:54 PM
Horselady44 Started Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 2,395	Yes they do look wormy And in need of a trim. They are adorable though! They will look great in a few months though. Looking forward to updated pics. I dont know crap about mini's...so dont really have any advice. Just had to say THANK YOU for taking them in and they are adorable!!! __________________ A happy horse equals a happy rider!

10-28-2009, 02:45 PM
Appy Luvr Newborn Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Montana Posts: 34	Poor little girls! Good luck with them! I brought one home from a sale with bad feet and another that was just skin and bones from a different sale. They are both fat, happy and healthy now!! Just takes a little TLC! I agree with the poster that can't believe someone could starve a mini, I mean come on! How much do the little things eat??? __________________ Shoshoni Darlin Starshine Flyer

10-29-2009, 10:24 AM
MiMi Susan Newborn Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Orlando, OK Posts: 11	Girls Thanks so every one for all the great advice. How will I know if they have a blockage due to the worming?? What do I look for? They've had round one of the worming. I am so in love with these sweet little minis!! (So are my granddaughters Bayley 5 & Addy 2). The new minis follow us around & Matty lets the girls love all over her. She is so gentle & sweet. The other two are still skiddish but at least they come running to me when I call - they just don't want me to try to touch them however the mare will take treats out of my hand now. I have to get feed today so will look for the Purina.

10-29-2009, 06:40 PM
horselady Kid Safe Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: albany new york Posts: 6,428	If they are impacted you will notice that they are off, like a colic, just do not over do, everything one step at a time, like Kay has stated. they will come around fast, . __________________ www.rainbow-horse-retirement.com We love and take care of your companion for the remainder of his lifetime

11-04-2009, 07:59 AM
AnitaP Weanling Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Milan, Ohio Posts: 206	All I can say is bless your heart for taking them in. It just breaks my heart to see them mistreated. I don't understand how people can be so cruel. I am glad you have them now. They look like they just need some TLC and I am sure they will get that with you. Please keep us updated on how they are doing. Anitap

11-04-2009, 03:16 PM
MiMi Susan Newborn Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Orlando, OK Posts: 11	update Just a little update. Still can't touch the mare & her baby but little Matty is something else. She let me put a halter on her this weekend. I brushed her all over & worked on her tail. Put a bow in her mane because I knew the little granddaughter's would like that. She just stood patiently. I lifted all 4 feet & she was very patient. I was so proud of her (& myself). Once I had her all spiffed up I turned her loose & she pranced all around with her tail held high. My husband said she was announcing to all "Look at me! I'm so pretty!" When my granddaughters arrived the 5 year old went to work. As she told me she had on “work clothes & her pink cowboy boots so that she could help train the horses". She caught Matty & then led her all up & down the drive. Matty just did whatever Bayley wanted her to do. Makes me wonder if someone had worked with this sweet little girl OR maybe she's just naturally gentle & craves the love we give her. Last edited by MiMi Susan : 11-04-2009 at 03:19 PM.

11-05-2009, 08:33 AM
Amy Yearling Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Chino Valley, AZ Posts: 562	Aww, that last pic with your granddaughter is so sweet... love the bow in her little chopped mane... good luck, I bet they'll be adorable in no time!

11-10-2009, 08:58 AM
farmergal Kid Safe Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New York Posts: 6,063	Aww! What an adorable pic! Sounds like Matty was imprinted at birth but then again maybe she is just naturally sweet. Sounds like Bayley is going to be a little horse woman when she grows up. Here's a trick that I try when I can't catch misty my wary mare. Use Matty to help you catch the other horses. Put her between you and the horse that you want. If you have a halter on the horse you can grab that and treat or you can grab the mane and treat. Use a treat that they really like. In no time they will get the idea that they get rewarded for being captured. Having Matty between you makes you less of a threat. The feed store sells an apple flavored treat that looks kind of like a dog biscuit. Not as messy as a real apple. __________________ Knowlege is out there, you just need to know where to look.

11-10-2009, 02:38 PM
MiMi Susan Newborn Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Orlando, OK Posts: 11	I haven't been able to get close enough to even try to get a halter on her. Like I said she's really skittish. The little mare is still scared acting too although they all run to me at feeding time. The mare will take treats but not the little filly.

11-10-2009, 02:44 PM
Horselady44 Started Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 2,395	Oh what a adorable pic Im sure the others will come around with time and patience __________________ A happy horse equals a happy rider!