Brownie
2013 Paint Gelding
Suitability: TBD
Color: Brown and White
Markings: blaze, stockings (all 4)
Height: 14.2 hh
Weight: 1000 lbs
Adoption Fee: TBD
March Joel Conner Clinic Report: Brownie
“Man, Brownie is gonna be a cool horse for someone. In a short time, Brownie has been making strides from an anxious and pushy horse to a more confident and balanced horse. He’s learning how to get his feet under him and understand what people are asking of him.
It took a bit to even get him to trust me to walk him to the barn without panic. He’s still a bit spooky but has started recovering quickly from anything that may bother him.
The first Joel Conner clinic was a great success as we were able to get him saddled for the first time (at least with us) and into a big class for the first time. Brownie has been very reactive to other horses and people and this clinic was a great way to both expose and help him through that trouble. The first day was very difficult, I was having to constantly work him to keep his attention with me and 4 feet on the ground. But by the last day, we were able to stand quiet during instruction and teaching moments and find peace in all the groundwork we’ve been working through the last few weeks.
I’m excited to see how he progresses and hopefully we’ll get first rides on him soon.”
Four New Faces
Last week, we welcomed four new members into our herd. All four come to us from Pierce County Animal Control, two pair out from two separate seizures.
The first twosome were originally part of a trio, but sadly the third horse on the property had to be humanely euthanized due to the severity of its condition. A necropsy following the euthanasia revealed no fat on the horse. Clarissa, an older (~30) chestnut mare, was not far behind, with a BCS of 1.5 on intake. Brownie (~12), a paint gelding, was in a touch better shape, but both horses were overdue for basic care. This pair has proven to be quite sweet, willing to be caught, brushed, and handled.
Clarissa on AC Intake
The second pair was seized after a Good Samaritan called Animal Control after driving by a property and seeing two horses in poor shape, as well as dogs in similar condition. PCAC ended up seizing the two horses, as well as 9 dogs. The horses are now called Tulip, another older (~24) chestnut mare, and Trinket, a little 3‑year-old cremello mare. Both mares were at BCS of 2 on intake, and in need of more care than just groceries.
Even following some ‘excitement’ to get them here (Trinket and Tulip were very patient through the busted tire ordeal), all four horses arrived safely, and have been settling in very well. We are looking forward to getting to know them better as we help them continue down the road to good health, weight, and happiness.
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- Clarissa
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- Brownie
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- Tulip
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- Trinket
Brownie’s Friends:
1. Linda C.
2. Katrina L
3. Judith K.
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