TPDR Sport
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Introducing
Sporty.
TPDR does
not normally take ponies into our rescue, we leave that to the many
fine horse/pony rescue folks.
BUT---Sporty
had been the temporary sidekick for
Popcorn
. He had only been with the previous owners about a month before we
took both animals. He had been purchased for the owners 13 year old
granddaughter because "You don`t know her, she is very spoiled and
normally get`s what she wants!"
Well what she
wanted and what she got was a 3 year old cryptochid pony that DID
know how to lead, was fair to trim his hooves (when not attempting
to take a bite out of the farrier) and that she couldn`t catch. She
lost interest in a big hurry!
So, Sporty was
destined for the auction along with Popcorn. I have yet to figure
out when we go to pick up one rescue animal, how it is that I
should leave one behind. That being said, of course the pony came
along with us to Michigan.
January 7th I
took him to our veterinarian for his much needed gelding, (BRAIN
SURGERY) vaccines and coggins test. He is now fully recovered from
his surgery and proving to be a really fun project. He hasn`t got a
mean bone in his body. The boy just doesn`t know what is expected of
him! I will continue to work with him here for now, and hopefully
place him into a mixed herd situation in the spring. Ultimately I
would like to have Sporty trained to drive.
Note: I would
be open to fostering this little cutie with someone that has the
time, knowledge, and INTEREST in a fun project for the next several
months. NOT a foster home that will just turn him out and feed him,
but someone that wants to bring this guy along!
For more information, contact Sharon 517-623-0000 or email her at akaminidonkeys@fnwusers.com
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***UPDATE FEB 15*** Sporty went home with Scott and Kenine!!
| Hi, I noticed on your website that you might consider sending Sporty into foster care. I am interested! I live just north of Chelsea on a 5 acre farm, nice barn with box stalls, fully fenced, outdoor arena and access to trails. We currently have a warmblood and an older Thoroughbred gelding that my husband and I train for dressage. I am sending the warmblood for training in Indiana for several months. We also work with a trainer locally in Dexter (Barbara Duncan) Although I don't have experience with driving, I have been very interested and have been in contact with the people at Oddessy Training Farm in Whitmore Lake who specialize in driving. I also have a lady who helps at our farm who has had some driving experience. Since my horse will be away for training, I would have time to work with Sporty. Sounds like he needs to start with very basic handling and progress to tacking and longing. I do have a lot of patience and believe in taking it slow and going at the horse's pace. Sporty could also be a companion for RZ who is a very sweet and quiet old guy. Can you let me know more about Sporty? You did mention biting, does he have other vices? We don't have children, and it sounds like for now, he isn't suitable for kids.
You can best contact me by cell phone xxx-xxx-xxx Kenine
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***UPDATE*** 3-11-08
| Hi Sharon, Sporty is doing just fine. he was very excited to see our two big horses and squealed like a stallion. Everyone was very excited-dog barking, goats baaing and our horses were galloping around the paddock. Sporty was a bit nervous, but we put him in his new stall and he calmed right down. He begged for treats and whinnied to me whenever he saw me. I checked on him later in the evening and he had eaten his hay and found a comfy spot to lay down. This morning I put him out in his paddock that is next to the big horses' paddock. They were all very curious about each other and Sporty showed some stallion-like behavior, but basically they just sniffed each other for a while and then went on to eating hay. Later Sporty showed off by galloping up and down the paddock while the other horses watched, then went back to his hay. I think he is adjusting well. talk to you later, Kenine
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| 3-17-08.....TPDR Member and friend Pamela Pittaway paid a visit to sporty and reports that all is well! |
| Hi Sharon,
I visited Kenine and Sporty yesterday afternoon. She has a very nice place and Sporty would be proud to call it home. She showed me around and every thing is nicely set up. She really likes him and hopes to give him a forever home. Be well, talk to you soon.
Pamela
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***UPDATE 4-30-08*** Hi Sharon, Sporty was a very good boy today for the farrier. He was nervous when he approached Robert, but Robert took his time reassuring Sporty. We didn't need to use the twitch. i just held onto the lead rope. i did put a chain over his nose for more control, but he really didn't need it. We placed him next to a wall so he couldn't move away sideways. His little legs were shaking, but he stood there and took the treats I gave him. Robert finished quickly, gave Sporty a treat himself and we were done. Robert admitted then that he was worried after hearing Sporty's history and has had other horses that rear, bite, kick and plunge around. But he said Sporty was a pleasant surprise. Kenine
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