Happy New Year!

Looking back at wonderful Arabians placed in loving homes in 2010!

(Caitlyn from Front Range Equine Rescue )

Horses still needing sponsors and adoptive homes in 2011:

(Jewels from Front Range Equine Rescue )

(Eva from Front Range Equine Rescue )

May your new year bring you many sunny days and happy trails!

Happy Holidays!

 

Hi, my name is Misty, and I'm the Senior Spokeshorse for the Fawor Foundation. I'll be spending Christmas here at the ranch with all my friends, and the nice folks that take such good care of us. Though all us receive lots of love and attention, I'm one of the lucky ones who has an individual sponsor that takes care of all my financial needs. For a horse who is 25+ years old, that's really important, because horses don't have 401K Retirement Plans or Social Security Checks to pay their bills. My sponsor is also special because she gives me that one-on-one time that we horses really enjoy. She won't be able to join me for Christmas this year, because she's serving our country while stationed in Iraq. Even from half way around the world, she checks up on me often, when communicating with Jo. What a special lady! 

 

This holiday season, please consider sponsoring one of my friends throughout the upcoming year. It'll not only make them feel terrific, but it'll also make you feel fantastic!

 

 

Happy Holidays!

 

Misty......and everyone here at The Fawor Foundation!

Ice Cold!

The Fawor Foundation receives horses with a wide range of rehabilitation needs. WMA Touch of Love, just one of many cases, was surrendered to the Foundation after tearing her suspensory ligament at the race track. Though she has been healing and recovering quite well, she had a recent set-back while playing too vigorously during her pasture turn out.

Love lives up to her name, as a total sweetheart, as she stands quietly in the bucket of ice used to reduce her swelling and inflammation.

The Fawor Foundation’s ultimate goal is to build an Equine Wellness Center, where it is planning to house a Hydrotherapy Machine. This marvelous piece of modern technology will eliminate the struggles experienced while trying to keep a horse in one spot while cold hosing, or soaking in a bucket of ice. Instead, imagine walking that horse into a Hydrotherapy Spa and just pressing a button. Not only is it easier, it’s much more effective, and it can be used to treat a wide range of injuries and wounds, over the entire horse.

The hydrotherapy machine harnesses not only the power of regulated temperature, it also uses hydro-jets and salts. The healing times are incredible. Below are pictures of a before and after injury with only 3 weeks of hydrotherapy! You can see more case studies here.

If you missed the original blog on the benefits of hydrotherapy and the wide range of injuries it can help click here.

If you’d like more information on how you can help the Foundation obtain a Hydrotherapy Machine, or if you would like to help in constructing the Wellness Center, contact us at info@faworfoundation.org

Working out the Kinks

At the Fawor Foundation we get horses with sore bodies and minds. Some come off of the racetrack or out of the show ring while others have had rough handling in back yard situations.

Tut schooling in the round pen.

Tut was brought to the Fawor Foundation by a nice lady who got him out of a bad situation but sadly didn’t have the time for him. Tut is incredibly sweet and we’re so glad he’s here because he needs lots of TLC. We recently had his hooves trimmed but Tut will need much more supportive care before he is ready to be adopted.

Tut came to us with a sore back, and will definitely need more than one session with the chiropractor. In addition to the hunter’s bumps which you can see, Tut also has soreness in his wither area, and a scar on the base of his tail. We believe he may have flipped over backwards at some time, but we really can’t be certain. The Fawor Foundation does more than just feed and house these lovely Arabians in need of a second chance.

Tut's back with view hunter's bumps and scar on his tail.

Scar on Tut's tail.

Below is a list of essential expenses for the Foundation horses.

Hoof trim - $35-50

Dental- $125-225

Chiropractor- $75-85 (per session)

Routine shots- $75-150

We believe in rehabilitating the horse’s body and mind. Tut gets nervous when the rope is flicked around his legs, so we work a lot with desensitization. As per the vet with his sore back we’re not working Tut in a saddle yet. He is a lovely Egyptian bred gelding who truly wants to please.

Donating to the Fawor Foundation is a tax deductable way to help Tut and all of the awesome Arabs that just need that second chance! You only have three and a half weeks left to get your 2010 tax deductions!

Historical Arabian : Marengo

(Heels down Napoleon!)

You probably recognize this painting of Napoleon. Napoleon was known for his preference for small grey Arabians.  Many other military officers of the time were riding Thoroughbred type horses.

The story of Marengo is considered somewhat of a myth because no record of a horse with that name has been discovered. Napoleon regularly gave his horses nicknames and even called his wife Josephine (whose real name was Rose.) Author Jill Hamilton's research on Napoleon’s legendary Marengo lead to the possibility that the horse was actually named Ali and was of Egyptian origin.

About Napoleon’s Arabians:

“His main officers would have been ashamed to ride them; they were little, skinny and without exterior, but sweet, gentle and reliable; nearly all were entire [not gelded] and not trimmed [without their tails docked -Napoleon opposed docking a horse's tail, a practice common in the British Army]."  Hamilton- Marengo, The Myth of Napoleon’s Horse

At the end of the day questions about Napoleon’s legendary grey steed remain unanswered.  One thing is for sure, his appreciation for Arabians was well documented, even if in a negative manner.

The Fawor Foundation takes an interest in all things Arabian! We would love to hear about your favorite historical Arabians!

Visit our facebook page!

Are You Talkin’ to Me? Part Dos.

We are really excited to let everybody know that we are nearly half way to our fundraising goal for De Niro!

We’re hoping to get his surgery done in time for Christmas!

For those of you that haven’t already met De Niro, he’s maybe the sweetest horse at the barn (Don’t tell Andy!) He is a beautiful, four year old, chestnut off the track. De Niro is an old soul for a baby, and can be loped quietly on the trail bareback!

To read the first blog update on De Niro click here! 

We have no doubt he’ll be adopted as soon as his surgery is done and healed.

To learn more about De Niro check our website and facebook page!

If you want to see De Niro’s pretty face (sans the bump) please donate! We’re almost there!

Special Thanks to all who've donated!!!!

Winter’s Fast Approach

Though the weather is colder, and the horses are fuzzier there’s still work to be done. Hooves need trimming, stalls need mucking and horses need attention.

Tut stands for his trim (with the help of a grain bucket.)

When the landscape turns white and frigid, the trails will have to wait until spring. Luckily the Fawor Foundation has an indoor arena for those days that are just too darn cold. Training sessions are always kept interesting with the use of obstacles, jumps, and giant exercise balls.

Martina watches Andy schooling in the round pen (while the footing is still good.)

With the days growing shorter and colder, it can be difficult to find the time to ride after all of the chores. Classy wants to know how you make the most out of the winter season with your horse?

King Tut

Tut is the newest horse at the Foundation and needs a home for the holidays! Tut came from a home where there were just too many horses. Since his owner couldn’t provide the individual attention he deserves, she sent him to us. Tut is very sweet and wants a person to bond with. We’re hoping to place Tut soon, so he can enjoy a family of his own for the holidays. Tut will make somebody an amazing horse!

 The Fawor Foundation believes in preventative intervention. The state of the economy and surplus of horses (Arabians included!) means more neglect, abuse and abandonment. The Fawor Foundation wishes to find horses before they are in trouble. We’re so glad Tut’s story won’t end in tragedy.

We firmly believe that these cases do NOT need to turn into critical situations! The physical, mental and emotional toll neglect takes on a horse is heartbreaking, and preventable!

It doesn't have to come to this.

Come meet Tut! Although he could stand to put on some weight, he’s none the wiser to man’s inhumanity. Find us on facebook and visit our website!  

Not so Raggedy Andy.

The Fawor Foundation found Andy through an ad on Craigslist. It was hard to imagine finding such a well bred registered Arabian in such a sad situation. His previous owner's circumstances changed due to loss of job in the family. He was living in a small, barb wire paddock, for over three years all by himself. When we first saw Andy, we weren’t sure what was going on with his coat. At first we thought he had some kind of lice, and later discovered that he had rain rot all over his body. He even had abscesses from wearing his dirty, wet, blanket through the winter. We couldn’t help but call him Raggedy Andy.

Andy had been wearing a halter for months, maybe longer.

In addition to groceries and TLC, horses at the Fawor Foundation also get routine veterinary and dental care.

Poor Andy endured many medicated bathes. It was clear that he had received little attention, as his former owner labeled him dangerous. After spending the summer at the Fawor Foundation Andrew is now shiny and happy. Andrew is incredibly sweet and will follow you around the pasture all day long. Although he still has muscle mass to gain, and could use more length to his tail, Andrew is totally gorgeous. 

Andrew is Russian, ten years old and 15.1 hands. He is very sensitive and can sometimes get nervous, so he does best with a confident partner. Andrew would love to have a sponsor this winter, or a wonderful adoptive home for Christmas.

                                     Andrew with his favorite volunteer Nicole!

To see more photos of Andrew visit our Facebook page!

Urgent call to AHA members!

The Arabian Horse Association Mission Supporters (AHAMS) needs AHA members to contact their club delegates in efforts to support a resolution to rescind last year’s motion by the AHA endorsing the reopening of United States slaughter facilities.  The resolution will be presented next month at AHA’s convention in Orlando, FL (November 17-21.)

“The endorsement of equine slaughter says that we have little regard for the animals that we chose to bring into this world, and for the ancient breed that we treasure.

Send the positive message that our horses have individual worth and value. Send the positive message that this Association exists to find innovative ways to encourage responsible breeding where every foal is valued, and to lead the way in the industry by continuing to provide programs and services that promote and encourage ownership and the long-term enjoyment of our horses.” – AHAMS

The Fawor Foundation has been a second chance (and in many cases, a last chance) for discarded Arabians; from the track, show ring, or loving home due to the poor economy. The Fawor Foundation gives these horses time to recover mentally, veterinary care to mend their broken down bodies, and a second chance at life, and sometimes just a comfy retirement.

Resolute Bey, ‘Rezzy’ with a bump on his fetlock, severly matted mane and tail, and a weary look in his sensitive eyes would have been passed over by many possible homes, not at the Fawor Foundation. We have given Rez a chance, a chance that comes along few and far between for ex-race horses with old injuries.

Please think of the Fawor Foundation for your next competition or pleasure horse. The Fawor Foundation has many sound, beautiful, well trained Arabians that just need someone special to take a chance on them.

Second Career Star! Russian Roulett+

The Fawor Foundation loves to hear about second career Arabians! Arabians are widely accepted as one of the most versatile horse breeds, competing and winning in almost every equestrian sport!

Russian Roulett is a trail horse that started his second career at age 17!

(Not only do we love second career Arabs, we celebrate our seniors!)

As the oldest rookie in his class, and only Arabian, Russian Roulett went on to win 16 championships, 2 reserve championships and 3 Event Derby wins! (and that was only the beginning of his Jumping career!)

To learn more about Russian Roulett click here.

Think of the Fawor Foundation for your next Second Career Star! Many of our horses are off the race track, out of the show ring, or have been pleasure trail horses.

Info and photo of Russian Roulett found at http://russianroulett.net.

Hydrotherapy!

Equine Hydrotherapy is going to be one of the many services offered at the future Equine Wellness Center.

The Equine Cold Water Therapy machine can aid in the rehabilitation and healing of the following issues:

• Post Surgical issues

• Advanced healing for open wound trauma

• Joint damage and or disease

• Navicular Syndrome

• Tendonitis

• Hoof Injuries

• Sore Shins

• Laminitis

Therapeutic Advantage has case studies for the following conditions including ultrasounds:

Tendon Injury

Wind Galls

wounds

Leg Injury

Cold hosing can usually cool the skin, but may not be cold enough to actually cool the injury. Any leg injury/ condition involving inflammation can be helped with the Hydrotherapy machine. In addition to the temperature, salt concentration, depth of water, and aeration are rehabilitative for many conditions.

Building the Equine Wellness Center is the ultimate goal for The Fawor Foundation. We hope to promote not only, second careers for wonderful Arabian Horses, but Equine Wellness for horses of all breeds and disciplines. The Equine Wellness Center will be the premier location for healing and rehabilitation for horses all around Colorado.

Click here to learn more about Therapeutic Advantage Equine Cold Water Therapy.

"Are you talkin' to me?"

Registered Name: Sams Hot Kitten

Alias: De Niro

He’s named for the handsome, (albeit distinguished) good looks he shares with the actor Robert De Niro. He is a super sweet gelding, off the track. De Niro is always in your pocket and loves to be handled. De Niro has the personality to make an excellent junior mount!



       

"Are you talkin' to me?"

                                                    

De Niro would be a difficult horse to place due to the bone growth on his face. The bump formed after an injury he sustained years ago. As it healed improperly, the bone continued to grow and remodel thus becoming a protrusion.

The Fawor Foundation is raising money to get the bump surgically removed. The surgery is going to cost $2000. If we can get 100 people to donate just $20 dollars each we’ll have his surgical appointment in no time! Although it’s mostly cosmetic, the location of the bump is the issue.  It becomes a problem with nearly any halter and cavesson. De Niro’s bump may be distinguished and endearing, but he’s definitely better off without it! If you want to see De Niro’s beautiful face sans the bump please donate twenty bucks! You can donate super quick!

De Niro showing off his playful personality!

To learn more about The Fawor Foundation and De Niro visit our webpage and Facebook page!