Summer 2010 Newsletter
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H.O.R.S.E of CT 43 Wilbur Road Washington, CT 06777 (860)-868-1960 [email protected] www.horseofct.org H.O.R.S.E. of CT is Dedicated to the rescue and rehabilita- tion of abused and neglected horses. A 501(c)3 non-profit corporation Summer 2010 Volume XII1 Happy Summer! K-Man President’s Message 1 Adoption Page 2 HORSE SHOW ! 3 S.E.N.I.O.R.S. Summer Horse Care 4 ADOPTERS’ REMINDER Summer Pics! Special Thank You’s Entertainment Books! Magazine Drive New Website Store 5 Horse Goodies Calendar of Events 6 Donation and mem- bership info. Wish List 7 About H.O.R.S.E. of CT 8 Summer 2010! President’s Message: Recently, billionaires Warren Buffet and Bill Gates made a public appeal to American billionaires to give at least fifty percent of their wealth to people in need. Wow, I guess when you are a billionaire that’s easy to do. Or is it? All of us at one time or another has wished we had that kind of money and fanta- sized about how generous we would be. But wealth and generosity are not about money or possessions, they are about gratitude and compassion. There will always be someone who has more than we do, and always someone who has less. Why waste time even thinking about who has what or how much? Why not just be grateful? Thank you, that I woke up this morn- ing. Thank you, that I had a bed to sleep in. Thank you, that I live in America. Though we all complain about our government, would you really rather live anywhere than in this great land of ours? I am grateful for this farm, and for all of the people that have kept it alive and running these past 29 years. Their generosity and compassion have al- lowed me to rescue and rehabilitate more than 600 horse and many other creatures! And now again, I, and the 29 horses here, are asking for your help. It costs approximately $12,000 a month to care for the horses. Our vet bills average $17,000 a year. The remaining balance of our mortgage due this year, is $65,000. No amount of money will replace the commitment of our volunteers. Food heals the horses bodies, but only love, patience, and time, heals their hearts and souls. Please help us keep this farm running so that I can do my job. And thank you, again, for your generosity over the years, and let me leave you with this thought… “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Winston Churchill Patty H.O.R.S.E. of CT K-Man: Before and After, (6 months later): The K-Man is quite an inspiration. A 33 year old Arabian Gelding who came this far in only 6 months! “You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery H.O.R.S.E. OF CT The Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines (H.O.R.S.E.) of Connecticut, Inc.
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HORSE of CT's 2010 Summer Newsletter
Transcript of Summer 2010 Newsletter
Dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of
abused and neglected horses, a 501(c)3 non-
profit corporation.
H.O.R.S.E of CT
43 Wilbur Road
Washington, CT 06777
(860)-868-1960
www.horseofct.org
H.O.R.S.E. of CT is Dedicated to the rescue and rehabilita-tion of abused and neglected
horses.
A 501(c)3 non-profit
corporation
Summer 2010 Volume XII1
Happy Summer! K-Man
President’s Message
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Adoption Page 2
HORSE SHOW ! 3
S.E.N.I.O.R.S. Summer Horse Care
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ADOPTERS’ REMINDER Summer Pics! Special Thank You’s Entertainment Books! Magazine Drive New Website Store
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Horse Goodies Calendar of Events
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Donation and mem-bership info. Wish List
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About H.O.R.S.E. of CT 8
Summer 2010!
President’s Message: Recently, billionaires Warren Buffet and Bill Gates made a public appeal to American billionaires to give at least fifty percent of their wealth to people in need. Wow, I guess when you are a billionaire that’s easy to do. Or is it? All of us at one time or another has wished we had that kind of money and fanta-sized about how generous we would be. But wealth and generosity are not about money or possessions, they are about gratitude and compassion. There will always be someone who has more than we do, and always someone who has less. Why waste time even thinking about who has what or how much? Why not just be grateful? Thank you, that I woke up this morn-ing. Thank you, that I had a bed to sleep in. Thank you, that I live in America. Though we all complain about our government, would you really rather live anywhere than in this great land of ours? I am grateful for this farm, and for all of the people that have kept it alive and running these past 29 years. Their generosity and compassion have al-lowed me to rescue and rehabilitate more than 600 horse and many other creatures! And now again, I, and the 29 horses here, are asking for your help. It costs approximately $12,000 a month to care for the horses. Our vet bills average $17,000 a year. The remaining balance of our mortgage due this year, is $65,000. No amount of money will replace the commitment of our volunteers. Food heals the horses bodies, but only love, patience, and time, heals their hearts and souls. Please help us keep this farm running so that I can do my job. And thank you, again, for your generosity over the years, and let me leave you with this thought… “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Winston Churchill
Patty
H.O.R.S.E. of CT K-Man: Before and After, (6 months later): The K-Man is quite an inspiration. A 33 year old Arabian Gelding who came this far in only 6 months!
“You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery
H.O.R.S.E. OF CT The Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines (H.O.R.S.E.) of Connecticut, Inc.
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“You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery
Toby
22yr. Ex-Race Geld
16’1hds
Butterscotch
14 yr. PMU mare 15’3 hds
Horses For Adoption: See our website for more info on each horse...www.horseofct.org
Bow
19yr. Standardbred mare
16’ hds
Bronson
6yr. PMU Draft gelding,
17’ hds
Cooper
9yr. Halflinger gelding
13’2 hds
Caramel
18 yr. PMU mare 15’2 hds
Genesis
25yr. Standardbred mare
15’3 hds
Charlie
15 yr. QTR/X geld.ing 16’1 hds
Sweet Pea
10yr. Draft Cross
16’2hds
Stetson
27 yr. Stand/Wrmbld gelding
16’3 hds
Lacey
10yr. PMU QTR/Draft 15’2hds
Slick
8 yr. Draft/Friesian geld.
17’1 hds
Espirit
23 yr. TB/Qtr. geld.
X-race horse, 16 hds
Blondie
22 yr. TB/Qtr. geld.
X-show horse, 16’2 hds
H.O.R.S.E. of CT Newsletter is designed and published by volunteers. Sometimes printing is underwritten… If you would like to sup-port this newsletter we would be grateful for any donations to cover printing expenses.
Jody
12yr. Quarter Mare
14’3hds
Alabama
18yr. Morgan Gelding
15’ hds
Jack
10 yr Percheron cross gelding 18’3 hds
Wicked
19yr. Morgan Gelding
14’3hds
Folly
29 yr. Welsh Pony
13’2 hds
Bayla
16 yr. Reg. Arabian Mare
14’3 hds
H.O.R.S.E. OF CT The Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines (H.O.R.S.E.) of Connecticut, Inc.
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H.O.R.S.E. OF CT The Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines (H.O.R.S.E.) of Connecticut, Inc.
Horse Showing! We often get questions about whether or not our horses can be ridden. Visiting one of our horse shows is a great way to see what they can do! Here are some very wonderful pictures of our last horse show! We are always willing to provide you with information on our horses!
H.O.R.S.E. of CT Newsletter is designed and published by volunteers. Sometimes printing is underwritten… If you would like to sup-port this newsletter we would be grateful for any donations to cover printing expenses.
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“You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery
Summer Horse Care: The Fly Mask I cannot say how many times I have been asked, by visitors and by people who have viewed pictures of our horses, either on our website or in our newsletter, “What’s the ‘thing’ on that horse’s face?’ “ Today, I’m going to address the value of, ‘the fly mask’. A fly mask is a mesh covering that comes in different styles and sizes. Its purpose is to prevent flies from eating at your horse’s face, eyes and ears. It does provide some protection from the sun as well. Yes, a horse can see through it! Even though it’s hard for us to see their beautiful eyes through the mask, they can see us! Here are some pointers about using fly masks on your horse. • Make sure the mask fits well enough to prevent insects from crawling beneath it, and that it is not easily
slipped off by your smart equine! Also be careful it’s not too tight as to be uncomfortable or cause rub-bing. Check along the nose line and behind the ears for a good fit.
• Use reflective tape to insure it is easily found in the dark when your horse loses it in the field or paddock. • Clean the mask each time you place it on your horse. You can hose it off or shake it out and brush off
dirt. The dust and dirt it accumulates ends up in your horse’s eyes! Bugs that are hiding in the mask can also be shaken out. Take the extra time to make your horse safe and comfortable.
• Remove the mask each day! Check your horse to be sure the mask is not creating any sores because of rubbing. If so treat it with ointment and use fleece along the edges of the mask. If this persists, try a dif-ferent size or style of mask. A fly mask with ear covering is your best bet for protection.
• Make sure you see your horse’s face, eyes and ears, every day! Problems can be averted by vigilance! • Remember that a mask is not the only protection your horse needs from fly and bug bites. Use
Swat, Vaseline, or Corona, inside the ears, and along the belly line to protect your horse from being eaten alive! (Fly mask tips provided by Equus Magazine, and H.O.R.S.E. of CT)
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S.E.N.I.O.R.S. Program Pics! Once again, our horses provide a wonderful service. LOVE!
Who said only dogs could be therapy animals?! Charlie and Tucker, two ex show horses, entertain!
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MAGAZINE DRIVE ! Do you buy Magazines! Well now you can buy or renew your favorite magazines at a discount and help
H.O.R.S.E. of CT at the same time!
Please visit www.magfundraising.com/HORSEofCT With over 600 magazines to choose from, you are sure to find something for yourself or a loved one while helping support our rescue efforts!
Also available: Gourmet Cookie Dough & RESTAURANT.COM gift certificates!
Adopters! Please remember to send yearly update photos of your horses! We look forward to seeing them!
New Web Store!
You can access the web store through our regular site www.HORSEofCT.org We are also offering a new service where we set up a web page just for you! Please contact [email protected] for more information on this fantastic service!
The big girls, always eager to greet guests!
….a serious conversation... Mama with baker’s dozen...
Sponsors Callista and her mom, Shannon from Watertown, pampering Folly! Enjoy being a sponsor today!
Volunteer, Wade Hampton with Stetson. Volunteering is rewarding and good for your wellbeing! Try it, you’ll like it!
Curtis, makes himself
at home.
Patty gives Lacey a bath in our brand new shower, donated so generously, and built by the Koritko Family of New Milford!
Jack, king of the hill... Charlie, and his herd of hood-lums! Good job keeping that fly mask on, Charles!
Endora with her summer haircut!
Summer Volunteers and Residents of H.O.R.S.E. of CT!
A special Thank You, to Borders Books of Southbury, CT for their donated basket for our raffle! Your gift made someone very happy!
Entertainment books for 2011 are available the first week in August. The Hartford and Northern CT edition will be available for pick up at the farm. Books may also be ordered online by going to: http://www.fundraising.entertainment.com/esale2.cfm?CI=967368&SI=692166&LI=1 Order yours today and en-joy savings on Dining, Shopping, Movie Tickets, Groceries, Services, Travel, At-tractions, Hotels, Car Care, and Home Furnishings! In addition to these dis-counts Plus, with each book purchase you get online access to hundreds of addi-tional printable coupons and incredible online shopping discounts!
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HORSE Goodies
H.O.R.S.E. of CT silver plated pin. $8.
“You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery
Calendar of Events: Sponsor a horse today and benefit from the loving care you give away!
August 7: Horse Showing- Saturday from 2pm-4pm. Horses for adoption will be shown in hand, under saddle. Tack Sale will be open from 12pm to 4pm. Come and see what we've got!
August 21: Adopters & Volunteer Picnic- Saturday from 11-2pm. Rain date Sunday, 22nd. Bring a dish for lunch and pix of your horses.
Sept 18 : Basic Horse Care Clinic- Saturday 10-12. Rain date Sunday 19. Working with actual horses. Learning about feed hay teeth shots and wormers and shelters. Tack sale 10-3 October 2: Volunteer Day- Saturday night 6:30 –11pm, Rain date Sunday, October 3. Clean-up, fixing fences, barns, etc. Bring your own tools, please. Also includes grooming and walk-ing horses, mucking. Lunch provided.
October 16: Halloween Charity Dance and Fundraiser– Saturday night! 6:30-11pm. Wear a costume or not! Fun re-freshments. And snacks provided. BYOB. DJ and live music. VFW hall #511 41 Veterans Drive, New Britain. CT. Only $10 ticket! October 24: Annual Poker Ride- Sunday rain date. Registra-tion starts at 9, riders leave at 10. You’ll be looking for cards on the trail! Try your luck out on the trails! Best hand wins cash. Other prizes will be awarded! Rider and horse combo is $35 a person. Bring your horse! November 12,13 Fri. & Sat. Tag and Tack Sale- under the tents. Lots of goodies! A lot of new items and many items $1 . 10-3pm both days. Dec. 11: Christmas open house- Sat. 10-3. Snow date Sun. Come celebrate the season with our horses. There will be a boutique shop, tack sale, and bake sale. Take a tour. Pony rides 12-2. Bring your carrots and apples!
T-Shirts: Sm - XL , Red or Black ,$12
HANDMADE CRYSTAL/SILVER EAR-INGS $6.00/pr. $1.00 Shipping.
Visit our new Web Store to find these stuffed sponsorship horses and other great gifts! You can access the web store through our regular site www.HORSEofCT.org
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Maintenance and Farm Supplies Rakes and forks
The “Big Cart” - (listed in State Line Tack)
Shavings for run-in sheds and stalls
3 Rail Fencing
Hay, 1st and 2nd cut
10 & 12 foot Tube Gates
YES, I would like to make a donation.
Enclosed is my check/money order in the amount of:
Please add me to your mailing list or update my mailing information
Name:
Address:
Email:
Please mail coupon with check payable to: H.O.R.S.E. of CT 43 Wilbur Road
Washington, CT 06777
Wish List: Here are a few things we really need!
Horse Feeds and Supplements H.O.R.S.E. of CT uses Blue Seal feeds.
A gift card from Blue Seal in any denomination would be greatly appreciated.
Horse treats
Supplements for joints, and Electrolytes.
Gift cards from U. S. Animal Nutritionals of Ver-mont, PetsMart, & State Line Tack ,(you can access them from our website and they give us a donation for every purchase).
Grooming Supplies Mane and tail conditioners
Fly Spray
Swat
Jelly scrubbers
Spray bottles
Plastic Blanket Containers
Horse Accessories Breakaway halters – Pony thru Draft sizes
Lead lines
Rain sheets – Waterproof (Sizes 68-87)
Winter blankets – Waterproof (Sizes 68-87)
Leg wraps
Fly Masks with ears –Pony & draft sizes
Medical Supplies Tube Wormers – we always need wormers! Zimecterin, Zimecterin Gold, Strongid Paste, Iver-mectrin.
Prescription drugs such as Banamine and Bute are also needed. When a horse gets sick, other drugs such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatories are needed.
Funding for prescription drugs is needed.
Liniments
Veterinary cream antiseptic
Vet wraps
Medicine Boot
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“You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery
H.O.R.S.E. of CT News-letter is designed and published by volunteers. Sometimes printing is underwritten… If you would like to support this newsletter we would be grateful for any donations to cover printing expenses.
Breezy
Slick Blondie
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H.O.R.S.E of CT was established in 1982 and moved to its permanent home in1995. Volun-teers staff the organiza-tion and intervene on be-half of suffering equines by providing relief, recov-ery, shelter and rehabili-tation. Once a horse is physically and mentally rehabilitated, the process of seeking an adoptive home begins. All pro-spective adoptive homes are carefully screened. We require a contract
which requires that a horse shall not be bred or sold. Adoption is a lifetime commitment. H.O.R.S.E. receives no town, state or federal funding. Monies are raised through member-ships, sponsorships, charitable contributions and our own fundraising activities. The donations go directly to the horses. We investigate all cruelty complaints, (which are kept strictly confidential). If a prob-lem exists, cooperation is
first sought from the owner. Prosecution is pursued only when there is no other recourse. Horses placed in our custody are provided with immediate veteri-nary and farrier care. In addition we are available upon request to speak to interested groups to raise public awareness of our pur-pose and support.
H.O.R.S.E. of CT
43 Wilbur Road
Washington, CT 06777
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
Board of Directors
Patty Wahlers-President
Laura McQuillan-Vice Pres.
E. Ann Lynch-Treasurer
Kathy Diemer-Secretary
Kim Sweeney-Events Coordi-nator
Val Francisco
Gerard Diemer
Farm Photographer
Pam Mozier
Layout Editors
Joan Moreno
Annie Grills
About H.O.R.S.E. of CT
H.O.R.S.E. of CT Newslet-ter is designed and pub-lished by volunteers. Sometimes printing is underwritten… If you would like to support this newsletter we would be grateful for any donations to cover printing expenses.
“You are forever responsible for what you have tamed” Antoine de Saint- Exupery
Butterscotch
