Dottie is a tall and beautiful Thoroughbred mare, who came to us via a pair of good samaritans who helped remove her from an abusive owner. She is reportedly a former broodmare who was approved by the Westphalian registry, but she’s had a difficult life and has fallen in and out of rescue situations for many years. Her guardian angels arranged transportation to SAFE in Woodinville, and we are in the process of getting to know her. She is pretty high-strung and has had a bit of difficulty interacting with other horses so far. We’re hoping that she will settle in and start to feel more comfortable in her new surroundings soon.
Oh she’s beautiful! How someone could abuse such a nice mare is beyond me. I really truly hope SAFE is her last stop before her new home, and she’ll never end up in another rescue again. But… why is her name Dottie? She doesn’t have spots or anything.
Maybe it’s short for Dorothy? As in, there’s no place like home…
Her registered name is Doty Belle. But I like Tracy’s explanation the best!!
Oh, ok then. Sometimes a name is just a name. 🙂