Chrome (Adopted)

Update 06/15/23: Chrome’s lameness issue has been evaluated by the veterinarian and it has been determined that he is not rideable due to an issue with his left hip and pelvic region. We believe that Chrome was in some sort of an accident at one point and that the injury to his left eye and to his left hip and pelvis were all a result of the same accident. He is pasture-sound and as sweet and gentle as can be. We are hoping to find a home for Chrome as a companion to another gentle and kind horse.

Chrome (formerly “Norman”) is a palomino Appaloosa gaited gelding in his early to mid-teens who is as kind as he is handsome. He came to MHARF in March 2023. His previous owner had just gotten him when she found out she had medical issues of her own that meant she would no longer be able to care for her animals. Chrome came to her with a bad eye, which she’d had examined by her veterinarian. However, she did not have a chance to schedule the eye removal surgery that was needed. We are happy that we were able to step in and take Chrome so his owner could focus on her own health while he also received the care he needed. His non-functioning eye was removed at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and he spent March and April recovering at the MHARF farm. His eye has now healed up and as of May 1st went to HH Stables for continuing rehab care (mainly gaining weight, and evaluation of a minor hind leg lameness).

 

Oreo

Oreo is a pinto miniature horse mare who was foaled on 05/24/16. She is a sweet little mare with good ground manners. Oreo has had an issue with laminitis in the past. Recent radiographs show that the condition is mild and she should be fine as long as she gets proper nutrition and farrier care. She will need to go to a home that is knowledgeable about proper diet for mini horses and management of laminitis. We are currently looking for a home for her along with her best friend, Peekaboo. They have been together all their lives and are very bonded.

 

Peekaboo

Peekaboo is a miniature horse mare who was foaled on 03/27/16. She is a very sweet girl with good ground manners. Peekaboo has come to MHARF because her owner very sadly needed to find new placement for her along with her best friend, Oreo. Peekaboo has had some issues with laminitis in the past and is currently having corrective farrier work and is on a new diet. We are looking to find them a home together with someone who is knowledgeable about the nutritional needs of miniature horses and managing laminitis.

Misty (Adopted)

Misty is a Tennessee Walking Horse mare who was foaled in approximately 2001 and who stands 14.1hh. She came in from a January 2023 St. Louis County humane case. Misty has had all of her intake veterinary work done and is currently with trainer Sarah Helms for a training assessment. Sarah says Misty is a nice mare with a good temperament. Misty does gait and she is suitable for an intermediate rider. She has some good training but is quick, especially at the lope, which may be intimidating to a less experienced rider.

Video #1 of Misty under saddle March 2023

Video #2 Misty under saddle March 2023

Video #3 Misty w/ ball

Video #4 of Misty under saddle march 2023

 

Sammy (Adopted)

Sammy is an Arabian/QH mare who came to us from a January 2023 St. Louis County humane case.  She was foaled in approximately 2001. Sammy stands 14.3hh. She had her veterinary work done at intake, including much-needed dental care which has now allowed her to eat properly and gain weight.  Sammy went to HH Stables in late April for a training assessment and some refresher training. They report that Sammy is a little nervous being away from the other horses, but she is still respectful and listens well. She stands nicely for saddling and mounting. She is neck-reined and stops well. She has obviously had a lot of riding in the past but was a little rusty. She has now had many rides in the arena, around the farm, and even out on trails with overnight camping. She can be excitable, but she is easily manageable and very trusting of her rider if they are calm and confident. Sammy does need protection from bug bites in the summer as she does have a high sensitivity to bites.