Levi II won't eat his meds so tonight Jim gave him both a pain shot and an antibiotic. What a good boy he(Levi) is.(OK Jim is good, too.) Levi let Jim know how much his foot hurt, then stood so still while he got his shots. Jim gave Levi a big hug, then Levi went over and kicked Rosie. I guess he figured he'd be nice to the guy with the needle.
Quest was in the barn so I closed him in a stall to stay dry. Boy, was he mad at me. He wouldn't eat his dinner, but he stayed in any way.
Then Callie came in. Her broken knee really pains her when it is cold and wet. If she is still so sore tomorrow we'll give her some pain meds, too. She got locked in also.
The back of the barn is open on the yard side, so Bucky and Juan, then Babe and Lacey wandered in. They all ate inside, but didn't get closed in.
The donkeys came to the front of the barn, but didn't stay.
Some of the horses had the shivers tonight. Rain and cold on May 31. Who woulda thunk it? They warmed up with a double feeding of hay.
We meet great people with wonderful jobs. The State of California has a Department of Rehabilitation with vocational counselors. They have offices in Oroville and Yuba City. If you know someone with special needs, call either 530-822-4570 or 530-538-7301 to see if they qualify for this great service.
Didn't get to the Thrift Store today as a friend needed an emergency visit to the Doctor. Will try to get in Thurs.
Rained today with more predicted for tomorrow. Everyone is getting cranky.
We need some warm sunshine to toast our bones. I know by July I'll be complaining about the heat, but right now we need sunshine. We have mud, mud, mud.
Thank you to all who help Home At Last. Your donations, support, donated items and kind words keep us going.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Monday, May 30, 2011
Memorial Day 2011
This evening while feeding I called to Jonathan who was clear across the yard. He was on one side of the fence and I was on the other. He was about 50 yards away. He turned his head to me and started to walk. I told him I'd throw hay to him if he would come to the gate. Slowly, slowly, he made his way over and sure enough he got some hay. He is really beginning to trust us now. His poor old arthritic neck can't bend to the right and he can't pick up his head but he knows he's loved. Why people had to use him for roping practice I don't know. They really hurt him. He's 41 now.
Wild Bill the mule let me pet his nose yesterday. It was a through the fence pet, but a pet none the less. I'll try a little bribery soon.
It's supposed to rain again. Today was cool and windy. I think we could do without the rain for a while.
We'll tarp the goodies in the truck for the Thrift Store, then get them to Chico tomorrow. There are many, many men's clothing items.
Got a truck load of hay today. It will last through Wed. morning, then it will be time for the trailer load.
Levi II had an abscess in his foot and he and Rosie are staying in the barn til he heals. He is a very sweet boy and loves to be brushed. He does not like his medicine orally so we will be giving him pain and antibiotic shots for a couple of days. He had a diaper packed with medicine duct taped to his hoof, but that didn't last long.
Jenny and Jessie donkeys are out in the yard because the girls were getting a little thin. Now they look pregnant. Boy, are they round. They love being at liberty in the yard. We love it, too.
Dobbin donkey heads right to you when you go out. He wants his eyes and ears rubbed. He has a shaggy face and it looks like he has bushy eyebrows.
Still trying to figure out pictures, discs, and the blog. I'll get it soon, I hope.
Hope your holiday was wonderful.
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Wild Bill the mule let me pet his nose yesterday. It was a through the fence pet, but a pet none the less. I'll try a little bribery soon.
It's supposed to rain again. Today was cool and windy. I think we could do without the rain for a while.
We'll tarp the goodies in the truck for the Thrift Store, then get them to Chico tomorrow. There are many, many men's clothing items.
Got a truck load of hay today. It will last through Wed. morning, then it will be time for the trailer load.
Levi II had an abscess in his foot and he and Rosie are staying in the barn til he heals. He is a very sweet boy and loves to be brushed. He does not like his medicine orally so we will be giving him pain and antibiotic shots for a couple of days. He had a diaper packed with medicine duct taped to his hoof, but that didn't last long.
Jenny and Jessie donkeys are out in the yard because the girls were getting a little thin. Now they look pregnant. Boy, are they round. They love being at liberty in the yard. We love it, too.
Dobbin donkey heads right to you when you go out. He wants his eyes and ears rubbed. He has a shaggy face and it looks like he has bushy eyebrows.
Still trying to figure out pictures, discs, and the blog. I'll get it soon, I hope.
Hope your holiday was wonderful.
http://homeatlastsanctuary.webs.com homeatlastsanctuary@gmail.com
FaceBook Donna Kyle 530-514-1439 Keep in touch. We love hearing from you.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Sunday Sunday Just Love That Day
All the animals enjoyed a rain free day- lots of naps and sun baths. Even the dogs stretched out in the hay and snoozed.
Jim and I spent a good part of the day loading the truck with treasures for the Thrift Store. Men's clothing seemed to be the main items. Will take them to the Store on Tues. See you there.
Thank you, veterans, for your service. We are fortunate to have you.
Sore backs mean a long soak in the tub and an early bedtime.
Jim and I spent a good part of the day loading the truck with treasures for the Thrift Store. Men's clothing seemed to be the main items. Will take them to the Store on Tues. See you there.
Thank you, veterans, for your service. We are fortunate to have you.
Sore backs mean a long soak in the tub and an early bedtime.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Thank you to our new friends Kaisa Y and Linda G who donated to Home At Last.
Every time I think it's going to be sunny enough for fly masks the clouds roll in. The flies this year are BIG. Even the little ones are big. I think they hatched Super Flies this year.
Early this morning there was frantic barking, then the wonderful smell of...... yep, skunk. Keecha must have said the wrong thing because she now smells really badly. Found a few areas of the yard that smells but no skunk so I guess the little critter made it out safely. This will be the first of the summer's smell fests.
Levi I is such a lover. While filling water tanks this morning he came for some attention. Scratch here, now there, how about under my jaw. A little to the left. Mmmmmmm. He's a real handful when he's haltered, but a gentle boy when free. He is so good to Daisy.
When we first got blind Daisy we put her in the round ring and tried several horses with her to see who would be her guide. Breeze Bay had been the guide for Happy the Appy (also blind) and she is usually a very gentle soul so we put her in first. Breeze made it very clear she had done her guide work and was done. Several other gentle horses were tried but no one wanted the job. We never thought of Levi I because he is such a rascal.
Levi has "calf knees" (his knees look like they were put on backwards) and he had been on his way to slaughter. Levi may not have been a perfect specimen for riding, but boy can he buck!!!! He leaps into the air- thereby getting the nickname of Leapazaner- all four feet way off the ground, then twists, turns and bucks before coming back down to earth. He springs up again and has new moves, head between his knees, back feet over his head and more twists and turns. He can really put on a show.Usually this is followed by some rearing and racing. Needless to say, we didn't want Daisy hurt by his antics.
Well, somehow he managed to get out of his pen and into the round ring with Daisy. He let us know he was willing to be her partner, and they have been together ever since. He gets her to romp with him, but he is careful not to run into her or hit her with his flying hooves.
Daisy is black with a white blanket and a daisy shape on her back and rump. She is sweet and gentle and about 21 yearsl old now.She was listed on Craigslist for $1.00 and angel angel named Diane rescued her. daisy went to HorsePlus, then came here, as did Levi. Levi is a sorrel and about 10. They both are round and healthy.
The Thrift Store is having a special this week. Check their FaceBook page at Home At Last Thrift and Gift. Stop by and see them at 611 Walnut Chico.
If you want to get in touch with us directly you can call 530-514-1439 or email at homeatlastsanctuary@gmail.com. We have a web page http://homeatlalstsanctuary.webs.com and are on FaceBook under Donna Kyle. You can write to us at Home At Last POBox 4129 Yankee Hill CA 95965
We are staying closed until the epidemic is over. No one is coming in or going out. That means we won't be at the Threshing Bee in Durham in June, but stop by there and see the wonderful things they have to offer.
Next Sat June 4 we will be at the fundraiser (sans horses) for Butte County Volunteer Fire Station #25. Corner of Clark Rd and Durham-Pentz Road from 10-2. OutBack restaurant is putting on a BBQ for only $10.00. See you there.
Thank you to all the men and women and their families who sacrifice so much for our country. Your service is greatly appreciated. Thank a veteran or service person whenever you see one.
Every time I think it's going to be sunny enough for fly masks the clouds roll in. The flies this year are BIG. Even the little ones are big. I think they hatched Super Flies this year.
Early this morning there was frantic barking, then the wonderful smell of...... yep, skunk. Keecha must have said the wrong thing because she now smells really badly. Found a few areas of the yard that smells but no skunk so I guess the little critter made it out safely. This will be the first of the summer's smell fests.
Levi I is such a lover. While filling water tanks this morning he came for some attention. Scratch here, now there, how about under my jaw. A little to the left. Mmmmmmm. He's a real handful when he's haltered, but a gentle boy when free. He is so good to Daisy.
When we first got blind Daisy we put her in the round ring and tried several horses with her to see who would be her guide. Breeze Bay had been the guide for Happy the Appy (also blind) and she is usually a very gentle soul so we put her in first. Breeze made it very clear she had done her guide work and was done. Several other gentle horses were tried but no one wanted the job. We never thought of Levi I because he is such a rascal.
Levi has "calf knees" (his knees look like they were put on backwards) and he had been on his way to slaughter. Levi may not have been a perfect specimen for riding, but boy can he buck!!!! He leaps into the air- thereby getting the nickname of Leapazaner- all four feet way off the ground, then twists, turns and bucks before coming back down to earth. He springs up again and has new moves, head between his knees, back feet over his head and more twists and turns. He can really put on a show.Usually this is followed by some rearing and racing. Needless to say, we didn't want Daisy hurt by his antics.
Well, somehow he managed to get out of his pen and into the round ring with Daisy. He let us know he was willing to be her partner, and they have been together ever since. He gets her to romp with him, but he is careful not to run into her or hit her with his flying hooves.
Daisy is black with a white blanket and a daisy shape on her back and rump. She is sweet and gentle and about 21 yearsl old now.She was listed on Craigslist for $1.00 and angel angel named Diane rescued her. daisy went to HorsePlus, then came here, as did Levi. Levi is a sorrel and about 10. They both are round and healthy.
The Thrift Store is having a special this week. Check their FaceBook page at Home At Last Thrift and Gift. Stop by and see them at 611 Walnut Chico.
If you want to get in touch with us directly you can call 530-514-1439 or email at homeatlastsanctuary@gmail.com. We have a web page http://homeatlalstsanctuary.webs.com and are on FaceBook under Donna Kyle. You can write to us at Home At Last POBox 4129 Yankee Hill CA 95965
We are staying closed until the epidemic is over. No one is coming in or going out. That means we won't be at the Threshing Bee in Durham in June, but stop by there and see the wonderful things they have to offer.
Next Sat June 4 we will be at the fundraiser (sans horses) for Butte County Volunteer Fire Station #25. Corner of Clark Rd and Durham-Pentz Road from 10-2. OutBack restaurant is putting on a BBQ for only $10.00. See you there.
Thank you to all the men and women and their families who sacrifice so much for our country. Your service is greatly appreciated. Thank a veteran or service person whenever you see one.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Wild Weather!!
At lunchtime Jim asked if I knew what famous weather holiday today is. Nope, said I, falling into the same trap I've fallen into for 47 years. It's Soako de Mayo he said as the rain came pouring down on us. Then tonight two tornadoes landed in Butte County only a couple of miles from us. WOW!!! The animals headed to the barn as they hail crashed down on them. Then it was over. So much power in Nature. It's hard to imagine what the poor folks who have big tornadoes go through. It must be terrifying for both people and animals.
It's hard for us to believe there are still some folks who are going to transport and show their horses with the viral epidemic that's going on. Last year's strangles outbreak here affected 30 of our horses and killed three. It's too high a price to pay for a show. I know a lot of money is involved, but somewhere along the line owner responsibility should take over. Please, folks, think of your animals first. There is always another show. Isn't your animal worth your care and consideration?
Our friend Tom died last Sunday on his wife's birthday. Thank you, Grace, for making a donation in his memory. Thank you, also, to Lorie H for your donation. Carla G sells jewelry and donates the proceeds to Home At Last. Thank you Carla. Spaulding Flies gives a donation to Home At Last when folks buy their fly predators and mention us. Thank you Spaulding, Ruth C and Carol O.
Tomorrow I see friend Holley. She makes whimsical metal animals that she gives to us to sell. If you are interested in buying one let me know. She makes animals and people. No two are the same. They are cute and a real conversation piece. We have one at the ranch and one in the Thrift Store. Call me to see what is available. 530-514-1439.
Levi II and Rosie are in the barn for a while. Levi started to loose some weight and we are giving him extra rations. He won't go anywhere without his Rosie so they are in a double stall together.
We thought Rosie might have Cushings because her hair stayed so long and clumpy, but today I brushed her with a really soft brush and she is finally shedding. We had another Kiger mustang, Sweet, who did the same thing. Clumpy hair then when he shed he was almost bald until his new coat grew in. Is that a Kiger trait? Stuart doesn't do that and he's a Kiger, too.
Rosie and Levi will join four of our others at the summer pasture when we can move the horses. We won't do a thing until we get Dr Darling's OK.
The frogs are serenading us now so it must be bedtime. I hope this crazy weather settles down soon, but I must admit to liking rain and mud more than I like heat and flies. Supposed to get warmer and warmer now.
Lake Oroville is full and beautiful. Saw a water skier in the rain. I guess if you're going to get wet anyway, it doesn't matter.
Please, take your donations to the Thrift Store and plan to spend some time and money there. Lots of good things to buy.
Are you saving your coins for Home At Last?
It's hard for us to believe there are still some folks who are going to transport and show their horses with the viral epidemic that's going on. Last year's strangles outbreak here affected 30 of our horses and killed three. It's too high a price to pay for a show. I know a lot of money is involved, but somewhere along the line owner responsibility should take over. Please, folks, think of your animals first. There is always another show. Isn't your animal worth your care and consideration?
Our friend Tom died last Sunday on his wife's birthday. Thank you, Grace, for making a donation in his memory. Thank you, also, to Lorie H for your donation. Carla G sells jewelry and donates the proceeds to Home At Last. Thank you Carla. Spaulding Flies gives a donation to Home At Last when folks buy their fly predators and mention us. Thank you Spaulding, Ruth C and Carol O.
Tomorrow I see friend Holley. She makes whimsical metal animals that she gives to us to sell. If you are interested in buying one let me know. She makes animals and people. No two are the same. They are cute and a real conversation piece. We have one at the ranch and one in the Thrift Store. Call me to see what is available. 530-514-1439.
Levi II and Rosie are in the barn for a while. Levi started to loose some weight and we are giving him extra rations. He won't go anywhere without his Rosie so they are in a double stall together.
We thought Rosie might have Cushings because her hair stayed so long and clumpy, but today I brushed her with a really soft brush and she is finally shedding. We had another Kiger mustang, Sweet, who did the same thing. Clumpy hair then when he shed he was almost bald until his new coat grew in. Is that a Kiger trait? Stuart doesn't do that and he's a Kiger, too.
Rosie and Levi will join four of our others at the summer pasture when we can move the horses. We won't do a thing until we get Dr Darling's OK.
The frogs are serenading us now so it must be bedtime. I hope this crazy weather settles down soon, but I must admit to liking rain and mud more than I like heat and flies. Supposed to get warmer and warmer now.
Lake Oroville is full and beautiful. Saw a water skier in the rain. I guess if you're going to get wet anyway, it doesn't matter.
Please, take your donations to the Thrift Store and plan to spend some time and money there. Lots of good things to buy.
Are you saving your coins for Home At Last?
Monday, May 23, 2011
The computer and Blogger are having an arguement and I'm losing. Could publish a couple of old pictures but then everything froze. Hope I can post this.
Dancer, Star and Quest had their masks off first thing. Dunny seems real proud of his and Frankie and Moon seem relived to have those pesky flies out of their eyes.
Toby and Tango had a great romp this morning. They zipped around like lightning. Toby is everyone's buddy. He just walks up and eats with any one. If they put their ears back at him, he just ignores them. After all he's got bigger ears.
Dancer, Star and Quest had their masks off first thing. Dunny seems real proud of his and Frankie and Moon seem relived to have those pesky flies out of their eyes.
Toby and Tango had a great romp this morning. They zipped around like lightning. Toby is everyone's buddy. He just walks up and eats with any one. If they put their ears back at him, he just ignores them. After all he's got bigger ears.
Maggie continues to be at the gate patiently waiting for us. She gets fed about 6-8 times a day. Sometimes Quest chases her away but we try to sneak her the food when no one is around. Her coat is shaggy and not shedding off.
Will try to use new pictures tomorrow.
Will try to use new pictures tomorrow.Sunday, May 22, 2011
Birthday, Fly Masks and A Question
Had a great time at Jim's folks. Hope when I'm 90 I can still make birthday dinners for my family.
Put fly masks on 9 horses today. Have 15 masks left but need
3 drafts
4 larges
13 mediums
2 mules
4 donkeys
3 ponies
1 mini
If you have an extra or an older mask in good shape the animals here would appreciate them. Or if you are buying new ones could you buy one extra for us?Not everyone gets a mask, because not everyone is catchable.
We are really working on fly control, but those pesky creatures love the eyes.
Dancing Drum had her mask off before I could get out of her yard. I put it back on. We'll see how long she'll wear it. Quest usually has his off in a couple of hours. He really needs one because of his immature, undeveloped eye. Moon Dancer needs one, too, because she is loosing sight in her good eye and needs protection, and blind Daisy needs one, too. The lighter skinned horses seem to have a worse time with flies, though Smokey who is a dappled chocolate color is really allergic to them. He gets hives from their bites.
Going to try to get masks on the donkeys this year. Now that they are trusting us more, we may be able to do it. Last year they had sores around their eyes that we could not treat.
Are you saving your change for Home At Last? Pennies for Ponies. Nickles for Nickers. Dimes for Daisy and Quarters for Quarter horses (and Haflingers and whole horses).
Question. How do I move pictures from the computer to a disc? How do I get the pictures on the disc back to the computer to use? How do I get any information back and forth? I'm sooooo confused. Want to get pictures back on the blog.
Had a lady stop today to ask about volunteering. She had heard about us and has horse experience. It's great when folks want to help, but we had to tell her for now no visitors, especially those who are around other horses.
Heard from a friend in So Cal who said a therapeutic school there had heard good things about Home At Last. Makes us happy to know that the word is out about the sanctuary. Thanks for the news, Debra.
We now have planted trees, seeds and flowers. More needed, but have to get the rest of the yard prepared.
We have some of the best and biggest cobwebs, way up high in the house. Did you know house spiders are called cobs, hence cobwebs? I wonder if little spiders are given lessons as to their career choices . They can be inside, outside, in the barn, under the house, in trees in the grass. Do some have fear of heights so they stay lower? Do some have agoraphobia so they go inside? Hmmmm. So many things I don't know. Do little spiders have big dreams of becoming tarantulas?
Be sure to visit the Thrift Shop. There are always good things to buy. Buy lots!!!
Put fly masks on 9 horses today. Have 15 masks left but need
3 drafts
4 larges
13 mediums
2 mules
4 donkeys
3 ponies
1 mini
If you have an extra or an older mask in good shape the animals here would appreciate them. Or if you are buying new ones could you buy one extra for us?Not everyone gets a mask, because not everyone is catchable.
We are really working on fly control, but those pesky creatures love the eyes.
Dancing Drum had her mask off before I could get out of her yard. I put it back on. We'll see how long she'll wear it. Quest usually has his off in a couple of hours. He really needs one because of his immature, undeveloped eye. Moon Dancer needs one, too, because she is loosing sight in her good eye and needs protection, and blind Daisy needs one, too. The lighter skinned horses seem to have a worse time with flies, though Smokey who is a dappled chocolate color is really allergic to them. He gets hives from their bites.
Going to try to get masks on the donkeys this year. Now that they are trusting us more, we may be able to do it. Last year they had sores around their eyes that we could not treat.
Are you saving your change for Home At Last? Pennies for Ponies. Nickles for Nickers. Dimes for Daisy and Quarters for Quarter horses (and Haflingers and whole horses).
Question. How do I move pictures from the computer to a disc? How do I get the pictures on the disc back to the computer to use? How do I get any information back and forth? I'm sooooo confused. Want to get pictures back on the blog.
Had a lady stop today to ask about volunteering. She had heard about us and has horse experience. It's great when folks want to help, but we had to tell her for now no visitors, especially those who are around other horses.
Heard from a friend in So Cal who said a therapeutic school there had heard good things about Home At Last. Makes us happy to know that the word is out about the sanctuary. Thanks for the news, Debra.
We now have planted trees, seeds and flowers. More needed, but have to get the rest of the yard prepared.
We have some of the best and biggest cobwebs, way up high in the house. Did you know house spiders are called cobs, hence cobwebs? I wonder if little spiders are given lessons as to their career choices . They can be inside, outside, in the barn, under the house, in trees in the grass. Do some have fear of heights so they stay lower? Do some have agoraphobia so they go inside? Hmmmm. So many things I don't know. Do little spiders have big dreams of becoming tarantulas?
Be sure to visit the Thrift Shop. There are always good things to buy. Buy lots!!!
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