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Post by eirualaerdna on Oct 17, 2007 11:00:24 GMT -5
MILKSHAKE Age: 20+ Height: 15'1 Sex: Gelding Breed: Paint x - Adoption Fee: 360.00 Contact Placement Specialist ~ Shawna: tufnspendy@aol.com Milkshake was a ranch horse for most of his life, he was kicked out on pasture last winter to fend for himself, when they gathered this spring, he didn't come in, so they figured him for dead. He showed up late this summer really really thin. They ran him thru a cattle sale & the kill buyer bought him. He has been at the feedlot for a couple of months gaining weight & strength. He is a very nice old horse. Perked right up when we rode him, he is very broke & a steady eddy. He has good teeth, they are a little long but all in tact. oh my geez, would you look at that boy!? he's just a beauty with a sweet face. With lots of groceries he would be a great kids horse
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Post by emjay on Oct 17, 2007 12:19:12 GMT -5
poor guy, owners figured he was dead, then found him and let him be sold to the KB, nice people.
he's neat to look out, wow. I bet he was something stunning in his teen years. when he was fat and sassy.
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Post by quatzie on Oct 17, 2007 12:28:16 GMT -5
Poor horse, I can't belive what he looked like a few months ago ... he's still very thin in his current pictures.. He needs a retirement home and someone to love him.. and treat him like a King ... He got to have a strong will to live... to have gone through all of that ... and more..
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Post by drjinva on Oct 17, 2007 12:44:55 GMT -5
He's definitely the type of horse that you want to live in a nice place for the rest of his life.
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Post by trish on Oct 17, 2007 13:42:30 GMT -5
I just love that guy!!!
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Post by mykingdomforahorse on Oct 17, 2007 16:46:05 GMT -5
I love this horse -- not only for his amazing and unique looks, but for his spirit -- he's gone through so much, and yet, here he is. Hard to pick any out from the others, as they all deserve better than a lot and slaughter, but it would be such a sad ending, after all he's already made it through.
saying prayers for you, old guy,
Em
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Post by agilitygal on Oct 17, 2007 17:06:49 GMT -5
Any horse that was left out on the range to fend for himself. . .then, lost out there for another season. . .deserves nothing better than the perfect retirement. If he had enough smarts and stamina to survive on his own the elements, the coyotes, the auction ring, etc., then he has more than enough intelligence and energy to live long into retirement. He's still got all his teeth, for pete's sake! He enjoys carrying a rider! Dang! Wish I could have a horse again.
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Post by Lazy Horse Rescue on Oct 17, 2007 17:22:11 GMT -5
Good grief - why do I even look on the CBER website anymore !?
I think I can take this poor old guy if nobody else steps up - I'm inquiring about him right now since I have NO CLUE how this feedlot-horse thing works (QT required or not ? Any additional costs ? Limited time-frame ? etc. etc.)
Keep your fingers crossed for him !
Gabi
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Post by keldco on Oct 17, 2007 17:34:16 GMT -5
Gabi, If you are serious, you must contact his placement specialist ASAP - Shawna: Tufnspendy@aol.com I hope he finds his forever home here on Earth! Kelly Good grief - why do I even look on the CBER website anymore !? I think I can take this poor old guy if nobody else steps up - I'm inquiring about him right now since I have NO CLUE how this feedlot-horse thing works (QT required or not ? Any additional costs ? Limited time-frame ? etc. etc.) Keep your fingers crossed for him ! Gabi |
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Post by afinenettle on Oct 17, 2007 18:49:42 GMT -5
I love this horse -- not only for his amazing and unique looks, but for his spirit -- he's gone through so much, and yet, here he is. Hard to pick any out from the others, as they all deserve better than a lot and slaughter, but it would be such a sad ending, after all he's already made it through. saying prayers for you, old guy, Em If only I had my own land. This is the guy I would bring home. He has suffered and is also very wise. Not that the two go together. Some of us just get good at suffering..... Seriously, I wish I could have this horse.....but I must board until my ship comes in - which has been at sea for quite a while now. |
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Post by Lazy Horse Rescue on Oct 18, 2007 9:16:40 GMT -5
OK, I was in touch with Shawna and I'll be his back-up if we can raise funds for his QT.
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Post by mykingdomforahorse on Oct 18, 2007 16:40:28 GMT -5
Hooray, Gabi!
Crossing fingers, toes, eyes, legs and arms! : )
This old guy deserves a soft landing. Of course, the stress and lack of food is hard on all horses, but this poor, beautiful horse is older, and so thin. I shiver myself at the thought of him going through a WA winter being that painfully thin.
He just needs a place where, finally, the worst is over, and he matters to someone!
Em
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Post by mykingdomforahorse on Oct 18, 2007 16:51:42 GMT -5
And Gabi,
Shawna is *amazing* with the horses she has in QT. My Cloud looks so much better just in the 2 weeks he's been with Shawna. He's gaining weight steadily, and he looks so much more animated and alive. He's off to a great start.
Then, he'll come home to AZ and bathe in the sun with Mr. Bean. : ) (photos coming soon, it's been pretty busy here during the daylight hours. I want to wash Mr. Bean first, brush him out and then peel the mustang from his side, lol, and he'll be ready. I'll do it this weekend for you.)
still crossing everything, nice to see you here!
Em
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Post by apache on Oct 19, 2007 18:31:50 GMT -5
I will back up all your back ups on this boy. "Thought he was dead..." people drive me nuts.
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Post by Spirit Horse Acupressure on Oct 20, 2007 16:00:43 GMT -5
My daughter and family are very interested in Milkshake, she got her application in and was approved last night. We have heard he has been spoken for already so we are next in line. I am an equine acupressure practitioner and long time horse owner; I am ready to adopt Milkshake sight unseen, but my daughter and son - in - law want to at least see him in person before they sign the dotted line. If for some reason, the pending adoption does not go through we are 1 1/2 hours north of Benton City so we can see him on short notice. I have contacted Shawna, she is aware of our interest. My sense is Milkshake will be placed in a great home, ours or someone else who cares. Yahoo!!
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Post by mykingdomforahorse on Oct 20, 2007 18:11:25 GMT -5
Good old Milkshake! Goes from homeless and starving and at risk, to receiving a bunch of home offers! I love that!  Em |
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Post by eirualaerdna on Oct 29, 2007 18:09:18 GMT -5
YES! I'm so happy for this boy, he's so adorable I bet his personality is wonderful. I should have just adopted him myself, but ah... I wasn't ready. It's so good to see this sweet boy is going in good hands!!
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Post by agilitygal on Oct 29, 2007 18:38:52 GMT -5
Whoever finally gets this boy home and in their corrals, updates please! I am anxiously awaiting a wonderful "forever" story about him. I just know he's one of those faithful guys that come only once in a lifetime.
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Post by swissgrl on Oct 29, 2007 18:46:11 GMT -5
OMG, I just now read this story, and what a story it is. I can't beleive they didn't go look for him. Poor ole guy, only deserves the best for the rest of his life. Sounds like he has some wonderful home offers lined up.
And yes, whoever ends up taking him home, please, please, please, keep us updated with lots of pictures of him.
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Post by Spirit Horse Acupressure on Nov 1, 2007 11:20:25 GMT -5
How is Milkshake?
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Post by watermarkfarm on Nov 1, 2007 11:44:24 GMT -5
I received an email from a local gal involved in horse rescue last weekend. When she learned that Pay Day had come thru CBER, she referred to Milkshake as having been adopted by a friend of hers, so maybe this is correct?? This is what she said:
>>>>>I actually just recently sent a friend of mine who just moved to Washington to this same Rescue. She also just adopted a Slaughter Bound Horse this week. His name is Milk Shake<<<<<
>>>>>>Oh my gosh, I can't believe you know Milk Shake, that's so cool. One of my best friends, Lt. from SoSF Police Dept. retired last week. Him and his wife purchased a 20 acre ranch in Washington and want to take on some rescue's. Milk Shake will be her first. She has 4 other horses of her own.<<<<<<<
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Post by Spirit Horse Acupressure on Nov 1, 2007 11:58:16 GMT -5
Thanks for the update!! He still has pending next to his name and picture, so I have been wondering if things were going ok for him!! This sounds like a great place and family!! Yeah Milkshake.
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Post by afinenettle on Nov 1, 2007 13:21:40 GMT -5
Whoa! Us locals here are getting alot of CBER horses! Trish from our barn just got Cavelier.
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Post by chrisw on Nov 1, 2007 17:24:16 GMT -5
That's great news about Cavalier! You'll be able to tell us all how that gorgeous boy is doing!!
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Post by cybercat on Feb 2, 2008 23:54:53 GMT -5
Did you know that there are updates about both Milkshake and Cavalier on the CBER website under Success Stories?!
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Post by caryn on Mar 17, 2008 1:22:15 GMT -5
I'm expecting another Milkshake update from Deb soon I spoke to her today and she says Milkshake had a rider (lead line with a dear child) !!!!! Deb was very excited and will be sending me pics to post, so stay tuned  |
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Post by bnc2004 on Mar 17, 2008 1:37:26 GMT -5
We need pictures!!!
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Post by watermarkfarm on Mar 17, 2008 10:53:21 GMT -5
I would LOVE to see current pictures. This guy's story has always stuck with me.
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Post by caryn on Mar 20, 2008 11:00:24 GMT -5
Here's the promised update, enjoy Hi Caryn! OH My Gosh....how cute is this! Milkshake just loved going for a hike....up and down the driveway a few times with his girl! My grandaughter Isabella is 5 and she is just in her glory having a horse of her own! And the name Milkshake is perfect!! He has turned into a great old guy...and he gets along with the herd too! Canters and trots around the pasture like a young one!! Not bad for 30 plus!! Debra  |
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Post by swissgrl on Mar 20, 2008 11:04:09 GMT -5
WOW, he does look awesome. And just look at that grin on the little girls face. He's got a job, and she is happy.
I love this picture!!! Thanks for the update
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