KHS has gone to the... horses?
Meet Sugar... and son.
These photos were taken in especially nasty weather for a special mission to supply images for the Humane Society to submit to PetSmart Charities. PetSmart donated the funds to put up this "Loafing Shed" when the KHS recently took in about 7 rescued horses. If PetSmart chooses these photos for their newsletter, the Shelter will receive a cash award... cross your fingers for them!
One of the horses that now resides at the KHS barn was a very, very pregnant Arabian mare. Not too long after she arrived she gave birth to a healthy little colt that is full of fire! Here are several of the photos from my afternoon hiding in their stall.
All of the horses currently at KHS will be auctioned to the highest and most qualified bidder. Application are available at KHS and opening bids range between $200-$500. If you are in need of an Equine friend, please invite one of these beautiful kids into your home. Also, for more about this story, and all the many generous volunteers and donations, please see the front page article in the Central Kitsap Reporter, copied below:
"Homeless: 8 unloved Arabians"
By Kassie Korich
Feb 03 2006
His teeth haven’t quite developed yet, but he gives it his best shot as he tries nibbling on a carrot.
At only 10 days old on Tuesday, Baby is the first horse to be born at the Kitsap Humane Society on Dickey Road in Silverdale since it opened in 1989. Although the humane society has welcomed other livestock into the world, Baby is the first foal.
“We were all excited,” said Dana Lerma, development manager for the shelter, as she held a carrot out for Baby. “It’s very exciting ... When we let him out, he just bucks and is like, ‘I’m king of the pasture.’ He’s sturdy now and pretty fast.”
Baby’s life could have started out much differently, however, if it weren’t for the Kitsap Humane Society and Animal Control who removed his mother and seven other malnourished Arabian horses from their Port Orchard home. He was born to Sugar, a 7-year-old white Arabian mare, who, like the other horses, was in need of tender, loving care once she was brought to the shelter on Jan. 4.
“Sometimes animals are in situations that are not the best for them,” Lerma said. “It wasn’t the best environment for them and they needed something better.”
All seven horses were underweight when they were brought to the shelter. They were provided with no cover at their former home and a few had some medical problems which have now been taken care of. Spice, a 5-year-old sorrel Arabian mare, needed quick medical attention. Her face had grown into her harness and it was cutting into her skin.
“It happens when you put a harness on a young horse and you don’t change the size as it grows,” Lerma said. “It’s like putting a ring on the finger of an infant and never taking it off.”
Lerma says she also has seen that problem not only with livestock, but also with dogs and cats. Since Spice arrived at the humane society, she is on the road to recovery.
“With proper care and medicine, her hair is starting to grow back,” Lerma said.
Now that the horses have been nourished back to health, the humane society is looking to send seven of the eight to loving homes. One of the horses is 32 years old and will be going to live at the North Kitsap-based Horse Harbor Foundation. The remainder will be adopted to the highest bidder who will be subject to inspection and approval by Animal Control. The bid for Sugar and Baby, who must be adopted together, starts at $500. The bidding starts at $300 for Spice; Mystic Star, a 2-year-old roan Arabian gelding; Charlie, a 6-year-old bay Arabian gelding; and Pumpkin, an 8-year-old bay Arabian mare. The bid for Morning Star, a 10-year-old sorrel Arabian gelding begins at $200. Although it is subject to change, bids will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8. For more information call Kitsap Humane Society Operations Manager Judy Tarabochia at (360) 692-6977 ext. 132.
Although the humane society has adequate facilities for livestock, staff are never sure when they’re going to get a large group in. As the unrelenting rains began to fall last month, Lerma knew additional shelter for the horses would be needed. A new loafing shed, constructed by the Kiwi Fencing Company which offered its services at a discount, was made possible by a $3,500 emergency grant from PetSmart Charities and the help of several volunteers.
“When we become overwhelmed I go to the community for help,” Lerma said. “Fortunately, we have a fabulous community.”
Money from that grant was used to build the 12-foot by 24-foot shed. And by chance, a new fence was constructed prior to the horses’ arrival. The fencing, which had been there since 1989, was reconstructed by a local group of volunteers. The area can now be used as a play area for dogs when there are no livestock in.
“They worked for an entire week,” Lerma said. “They completed it a day before we got all these horses. It was just a miracle.”
Volunteers from the Horse Harbor Foundation also have been helping out with the horses.
“They are out here rain or shine,” she said.
As for all of the volunteers and community members who have donated their services and time, Lerma says she isn’t sure what she would have done without them.
“Our staff is always stretched to the limit,” she said.
She adds that if there is one thing the humane society is always in need of, it’s volunteers.
“Volunteers are worth their weight in gold,” she said.
These photos were taken in especially nasty weather for a special mission to supply images for the Humane Society to submit to PetSmart Charities. PetSmart donated the funds to put up this "Loafing Shed" when the KHS recently took in about 7 rescued horses. If PetSmart chooses these photos for their newsletter, the Shelter will receive a cash award... cross your fingers for them!
One of the horses that now resides at the KHS barn was a very, very pregnant Arabian mare. Not too long after she arrived she gave birth to a healthy little colt that is full of fire! Here are several of the photos from my afternoon hiding in their stall.
All of the horses currently at KHS will be auctioned to the highest and most qualified bidder. Application are available at KHS and opening bids range between $200-$500. If you are in need of an Equine friend, please invite one of these beautiful kids into your home. Also, for more about this story, and all the many generous volunteers and donations, please see the front page article in the Central Kitsap Reporter, copied below:
"Homeless: 8 unloved Arabians"
By Kassie Korich
Feb 03 2006
His teeth haven’t quite developed yet, but he gives it his best shot as he tries nibbling on a carrot.
At only 10 days old on Tuesday, Baby is the first horse to be born at the Kitsap Humane Society on Dickey Road in Silverdale since it opened in 1989. Although the humane society has welcomed other livestock into the world, Baby is the first foal.
“We were all excited,” said Dana Lerma, development manager for the shelter, as she held a carrot out for Baby. “It’s very exciting ... When we let him out, he just bucks and is like, ‘I’m king of the pasture.’ He’s sturdy now and pretty fast.”
Baby’s life could have started out much differently, however, if it weren’t for the Kitsap Humane Society and Animal Control who removed his mother and seven other malnourished Arabian horses from their Port Orchard home. He was born to Sugar, a 7-year-old white Arabian mare, who, like the other horses, was in need of tender, loving care once she was brought to the shelter on Jan. 4.
“Sometimes animals are in situations that are not the best for them,” Lerma said. “It wasn’t the best environment for them and they needed something better.”
All seven horses were underweight when they were brought to the shelter. They were provided with no cover at their former home and a few had some medical problems which have now been taken care of. Spice, a 5-year-old sorrel Arabian mare, needed quick medical attention. Her face had grown into her harness and it was cutting into her skin.
“It happens when you put a harness on a young horse and you don’t change the size as it grows,” Lerma said. “It’s like putting a ring on the finger of an infant and never taking it off.”
Lerma says she also has seen that problem not only with livestock, but also with dogs and cats. Since Spice arrived at the humane society, she is on the road to recovery.
“With proper care and medicine, her hair is starting to grow back,” Lerma said.
Now that the horses have been nourished back to health, the humane society is looking to send seven of the eight to loving homes. One of the horses is 32 years old and will be going to live at the North Kitsap-based Horse Harbor Foundation. The remainder will be adopted to the highest bidder who will be subject to inspection and approval by Animal Control. The bid for Sugar and Baby, who must be adopted together, starts at $500. The bidding starts at $300 for Spice; Mystic Star, a 2-year-old roan Arabian gelding; Charlie, a 6-year-old bay Arabian gelding; and Pumpkin, an 8-year-old bay Arabian mare. The bid for Morning Star, a 10-year-old sorrel Arabian gelding begins at $200. Although it is subject to change, bids will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8. For more information call Kitsap Humane Society Operations Manager Judy Tarabochia at (360) 692-6977 ext. 132.
Although the humane society has adequate facilities for livestock, staff are never sure when they’re going to get a large group in. As the unrelenting rains began to fall last month, Lerma knew additional shelter for the horses would be needed. A new loafing shed, constructed by the Kiwi Fencing Company which offered its services at a discount, was made possible by a $3,500 emergency grant from PetSmart Charities and the help of several volunteers.
“When we become overwhelmed I go to the community for help,” Lerma said. “Fortunately, we have a fabulous community.”
Money from that grant was used to build the 12-foot by 24-foot shed. And by chance, a new fence was constructed prior to the horses’ arrival. The fencing, which had been there since 1989, was reconstructed by a local group of volunteers. The area can now be used as a play area for dogs when there are no livestock in.
“They worked for an entire week,” Lerma said. “They completed it a day before we got all these horses. It was just a miracle.”
Volunteers from the Horse Harbor Foundation also have been helping out with the horses.
“They are out here rain or shine,” she said.
As for all of the volunteers and community members who have donated their services and time, Lerma says she isn’t sure what she would have done without them.
“Our staff is always stretched to the limit,” she said.
She adds that if there is one thing the humane society is always in need of, it’s volunteers.
“Volunteers are worth their weight in gold,” she said.
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