We received these beautiful photos of MHARF alumni Sawyer and Paris. Sawyer was adopted by Kathleen in 2010 after he came to MHARF as a weanling from a humane case. Paris (formerly known as Pink) came to us just this past September as an owner surrender. It wasn’t until volunteers Janette and Craig arrived to pick her up that we knew how extremely lame she was. She was taken to Anoka Equine Veterinary Services where they confirmed she had a severe case of stringhalt. She underwent tendonectomy surgery to correct this condition (which was most likely due to an old injury, as indicated by the amount of scar tissue on that leg). And though Paris will still never be a riding horse, the surgery did make her a lot more comfortable and allow her to move much more easily. Kathleen reports that Paris moves even better when she is out in the pasture relaxing and playing with Sawyer. Kathleen also says, “Paris and Sawyer are the admired ’neighborhood couple!’ I let them out into the big pasture today. That Paris is quite the explorer and Sawyer is quite the guy in love! It’s delightful. It’s sweet: she has a left blue eye; Sawyer has a right blue eye.”
Sounds like a perfect match!
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Thank you to Jessica for these photos of her adopted MHARF mini gelding Max (formerly called Shadow) and his mini buddies. Jessica adopted Max in 2020 and he fit right into his great new home!
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A nice update on Piper (now named Lakota) adopted by Susan in September:
“She is enjoying her new pony friends and is very sweet and smart. So much fun ahead for all of us.”
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Thank you to Kem and Ben for this update on Dove who was adopted from us in September:
“Dove, now known as Cincinnati (Cinci for short), is pictured here with her adopter Ben. She is receiving tons of love, not just from her owner, but from all of us at the barn. She is an absolute sweetheart, very calm and affectionate. Ben reports she’s also been a great trail horse!”
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Thank you to Mary and family for this update on their adopted Pony, Noel: “Have I mentioned lately that Noel is gold? She was a dinosaur for Theo’s birthday. She made so many kids happy. In exchange she got to eat some grass, which she thought was agreeable.”
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We are saddened to hear about the loss of Rose (previously known as Maya) who crossed the “Rainbow Bridge”. We want to thank Margie and Brian for adopting her and giving her a wonderful final spring and summer. Rose came to MHARF during a humane case in March and was so lucky to be adopted by these wonderful people who made sure she received proper nutrition, veterinary care, and plenty of love. In the end her arthritis pain from an old injury could no longer be managed to keep her comfortable. Working with their vets at Anoke Equine, Margie and Brian made the kindest decision for Rose while the weather was still warm. From Margie: “Rose was a joy to have in the barn. She always had a nicker and absolutely insisted on being scratched when her water bucket was filled. She was a kind and generous spirit and she will be greatly missed.”
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“With a very heavy and broken heart, Dallas has fallen asleep today. He went peacefully. Dallas gave so much love to everyone that has ever been with him. He always had to greet you with a nudge or his little face on your chest. He loved just following you when in paddock or round pen. He has filled my life with such happiness and love. His personality was such a joy to witness. I was the lucky one to have him for the 3 years. He will always be in my heart. He’s gone but I will never forget him. He had a very beautiful sunrise and a beautiful day for his last day on this earth. Will never forget the joy and love I felt from him. He is now running has hard as he can. His mane blowing in the wind. Love you Dallas.
Rhonda”
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A job very well done by MHARF alum CJ (Cactus Jack) and Arabella at the State 4H Show:
“I am happy to announce that CJ and I took 2nd of 9 at the 4H State Horse Show for Level 2 of the Training program! So incredibly proud and impressed by this horse, especially because this was only his 2nd time in the show ring ever! Thank you for helping make this possible MHARF! We had the time of our lives but are planning to take home 1st next year!”
Congratulations Arabella and CJ!
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Sawyer and Paris: a perfect couple!
Max Fits Right In!
“So much fun ahead for all of us.”
“She is enjoying her new pony friends and is very sweet and smart. So much fun ahead for all of us.”
“She’s an absolute sweetheart.”
“Noel is Gold”
Rest in Peace, Rose
Saying Goodbye to Beloved Dallas
“Thank you for helping make this possible, MHARF!”