Otto

Hello everyone,

ottoIt has been quite a while since we adopted Otto from the Rescue in October and I wanted to take a minute to update everyone on the unofficial mascot of the Rescue. Otto is doing WONDERFUL at his new home. He is in the pasture with our other geldings and is doing great. He is not the high man on the totem pole, but he sure does try! He is now loping under saddle and is very sensitive to his rider. We still have not overcome the “Pine County pull”, but he LOVES baths (as long as there is only one person touching him). He has been clipped, bathed, trailered, and hauled all over to horse shows as an observer and mascot for the farm. Everyone loves him (including us of course!). Otto is often front and center for equine therapy sessions at True Balance for individuals with mental health disorders. It is not a riding program, so he does great with children and adults alike. His personality lends a great hand to the therapy process.

Thank you for this wonderful animal. He is very original and special.

Dr. Leslie Russell-Martin LMFT

Katrina Becomes Bella

Dear Hooved Animal rescue:

katrinaLast summer I adopted this gorgeous Belgian mare that we named “Bella” (formerly known as “Katrina”). She had been in Drew’s tender care for quite some time, but it took her a while to trust us in her new home. Her wonderful, honest attitude made it very straightforward to begin to transfer her from a driving horse to a riding horse. She is an absolute delight to ride, and thoroughly enjoys a good trail ride. I am so grateful to the Hooved Animal Rescue for making it possible for us to bring this big lovely girl into our lives! Thanks for your important work!

Sincerely, Peggy Callahan

Oberon

oberonOberon was adopted out in March of 2008, and has changed his kingly title more appropriate to his new trail riding skills. “Ranger”, as he is now known by, lives each day to the fullest, spending time amongst green pastures and excelling at defeating the “scary and horse-eating” creeks that wind through the forest.

Hoolie the Mule

December 28, 2006

Dear Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue,

hoolieA month ago, Drew told me she got a very interesting pony mule in that she named “Hoolie”. Her age was late teens to 20 years old. Drew thought she was a great mule.

I own a Handicapped riding facility named Majestic Hills Ranch. We give free rides to children that have all sorts of special needs. They range in ages from two to 18 years old. I heard about Hoolie and was really interested in her. I asked if I could adopt her for the children and then brought her home to let her get used to my ponies. She loved the ponies, but they weren’t quite sure about her. Now she gets along with the ponies great!

I asked one of my boarder’s kids to help me see if she has ever been ridden. Well, as you can see, she is great with the kids! I can’t wait until the spring when I can use her in my riding program. She loves the attention that everyone gives her, so she’s going to work out just great for the program.

Thank you so much Drew for letting me know about her. She is truly a great mule and a hoot to be around.

Sincerely,
Jodi Townsend

Chrissy

chrissyHere’s Chrissy, the sorrel mare laying (okay, more like buried) in the round bale. Chrissy was adopted by Brandy Olsen and is enjoying her life of relentless hard work with her friend Mister (the dark gelding).

Okay, maybe there’s not so much hard work. As you can see she’s got it pretty rough! And she can’t seem to relax!