Update on Ruby - poor TB on Horsemart

[JanetGeorge]

She does look like she could be a good sort - What will happen to her when she is back to sorts?

Hopefully, we'll be able to rehome her on an EMW loan agreement - with regular home checks (and of course a place to come home to if future loaner can't keep her at any stage for any reason.) She will remain in EMW ownership for life! But she's too young to be a sanctuary resident when she could have a proper job and a loving 'owner'!

why was this mare 'rescued;? She looks no worse than many many ex-racers..?

The pictures are deceptive - she looks better than she is (flash always seems to add weight!) And the trainer/dealer who had her had pumped quite a bit of food into her during her short period with him. Her history is that of a horse with some behavioural difficulties, who was then sold on - and went to a 'breeder' - it all becomes a bit blurred from then but not a happy time. Obviously they can't all be saved - but this one got lucky - for the first time in at least 4 years!

 

[olop]

Fantastic news - well done to thoise involved

 

[Spring Feather]

Kudos to Nigel for doing a sterling job with getting this mare in such nice gleaming condition in such a short space of time. And for him to take up the kind offer from Janet and EMW. She looks so much better and healthier in these photos than she did in the previous photos.

Nice pedigree too! Hopefully she will be rehomed with someone who will bring this mare back to having a fun life again.

 

[SusieT]

So if the good dealer was looking after her-why did a charity step in in this case and not the many others? Spending money to buy a horse? (Which has gone wrong in the past don't forget)

 

[SusieT]

To add-I did briefly see the pics, of a thin undermuscled tb for sale with possible issues, didn't look like it needed more than a good feed but I confess I didn't look closely.

 

[SusieT]

Ad's still up-ooi what were the rest of this dealers horses like condition wise? As the ones he has advertised all look like they need proper care as opposed to whatever he's offering them or wherever he's buying them from is offering them.

 

[JanetGeorge]

So if the good dealer was looking after her-why did a charity step in in this case and not the many others? Spending money to buy a horse? (Which has gone wrong in the past don't forget)

In response to this - and your other comments: he actually isn't a dealer - though he sells a few. His main 'activity' is backing and schooling - he took this one on from a client who'd bought it to 'save it' - but couldn't cope. She IS going to need a LOT more than just 'a good feed' (or 3)!! He couldn't afford to keep her - or put the time into her - she's not a quick fix!

Why this one - and not another? You could ask that about ANY horse that is rescued. You could have a sheet with check boxes and score deserving cases - there'd still be too many of them! This one tugged at our hearts - and we had an opportunity to help a mare who's seen much better days - and who still has a lot of good years left in her!

 

[domane]

Well done to all involved.... she's got a nice shine to her so that's a good start! Looking forward to following her progress, Janet (and hopefully meeting her soon!)

 

[chanellie]

Today's update on the money donated for Ruby -- it now stands at an astonishing £730 and as Janet says she has already started a course of wormers and has a vet check booked which will lead to vaccines being updated, possibly some treatment to her teeth, plus anything else the vet recommends.

 

[Garnet]

So if the good dealer was looking after her-why did a charity step in in this case and not the many others? Spending money to buy a horse? (Which has gone wrong in the past don't forget)

My understanding is that this particular horse had belonged to a forum member in the past, but had been sold on. Forum member had tried to keep in contact with the mare, including posting on HHO Stolen/Trace forum.

The Forum member was then desperately upset to see the mare she has previously owned being advertised in such a state, but as the Forum Member is currently going through a family break-up she did not have the spare cash to buy Ruby back. So generous HHO-ers and SU-ers have donated cash and JG (general good egg and goddess) has taken Ruby on for rehabilitation. Ruby is signed over to EMW (charity) so that for the rest of her days she will only be loaned to a suitable home or return to EMW if her issues cannot be solved.

I hope this helps - happy ending for this horse because she was previously owned by someone we feel we "know" via the internet, so we are all slightly barking!!!!

 

[JanetGeorge]

Ruby has had a good first day - settled in well, eating her head off - and an all round nice mare to deal with. She's a bit foot sore - as farrier had trimmed her feet right back (they were very overgrown and misshapen.) Vet will check her tomorrow and do her teeth!

 

[FionaM12]

She can have no idea how her fortunes have changed, or how many people now care how she's doing.

Lovely outcome.

 

[JanetGeorge]

She can have no idea how her fortunes have changed, or how many people now care how she's doing.

Lovely outcome.

I think she has an inkling! She has a slightly bemused look on her face as each new feed delivery arrives!

 

[Dancing Queen]

i bet she thinks she is in horsey heaven. xx

 

[AmyMay]

Wonderful and heartwarming xxxx

 

[chanellie]

I think this will be the last update specifically about Ruby's "fund" which now stands at an amazing £745 many many thanks to everyone. Most of all Janet, of course, who now has a lot of work to do helping Ruby.

 

[Tinseltoes]

Well done to everyone involved. Glad she has a secure future.Keep up the good work!!!

 

[Brandy]

I saw the post about her advert and the one about the owner trying to trace her, lovely to see a happy ending - or at least new beginning!

Not heard of EMW before, who are they and do they have a website?

 

[Garnet]

EMW is Equine Market Watch
http://www.mediawebz.co.uk/emwuk.org.uk/

 

[joeanne]

I think she has an inkling! She has a slightly bemused look on her face as each new feed delivery arrives!

Poor love.
Well done everyone! Look forward to seeing the updates. Be interesting to see how different she looks in a months time.

 

[FairyLights]

bump

 

[KVH]

Fantastic outcome-well done to Janet George and all involved!!
Will look forward to hearing more updates on Ruby

 

[Centaurus]

Any updates on Ruby?

 

[JanetGeorge]

Any updates on Ruby?

Well - she's improving - slowly! Nothing to scream and shout about yet!

Her teeth were done (they were dreadful) - her digestive system was in a bad way - for weeks - everything just went through her!

She was lame for weeks - her VERY over-grown feet had been 'hacked back' before we got her - to the point that every step was painful. Lots of Keratex has sorted that - although her feet (after 8 weeks) had NOTHING to trim!

Her appetite is good and her coat is now looking healthy. She has a few handling problems - doesn't like her feet being picked up although that is improving now she CAN stand on 3 of them!

I will try and get some pics in the next few days - just been so ruddy busy!

 

[thatsmygirl]

Great
it's lovely to hear how they are doing. Pics would be great

 

[misterjinglejay]

Oh well done, JG. It's lovely to hear that things are improving for her

 

[Garnet]

Well done, Janet. You are a star for giving her the time and help that she so desperately needed to start feeling better.

 

[Shavings]

The deal has been done - and Ruby will arrive at my yard on Monday to start rehab!

Obviously she is going to need some vet attention - and we have to pay for her - so if anyone would like to contribute to Ruby's fund - please go to http://www.justgiving.com/EMW-UK2011appeal - and say it's for Ruby!

Sadly, we can't save them all - but Ruby's future is now secure. Will update on Monday night, once she's settled in!

have not read all the replies sorry, there at 6 pages!
i have not seen Ruby, but i think it would be nice if you take photos of her so we can watch her change/progress i would love to see them if you take any
best of luck with her as i am guessing she is not in a great way

 

[attheponies]

Thanks for the update - it's obviously going to take a long time to get her completely right but she is one very fortunate horse & JG you are a star!

 

[Merry Crisis]

She should be looking better by now Janet George. I took on an abused and emaciated ex racer in Febuary this year, no help of summer grass. He improved with Blue Chip Balancer, and Happy Hoof, Speedibeet. He came with feet in the worst condition, flat, shoes never stayed on for the first two months. He is now in the picture of health.I cant post pictures on here because I am stupid, but he now looks amazing.