January 3rd and 4th

It's still cold in Eagle Creek! Temperatures are supposed to warm up a bit and get back to the 40's with rain. During this cold spell, it's been difficult to water the horses. But, nothing too eventful has happened in the past few days, so all is well for now.

The horses are looking really good for this time of year. In fact, they might actually be gaining weight this winter, which is a relief compared to other years when winter meant horses dropping weight too quickly. Perhaps this is because of the reduced numbers in the big pasture (since many horses have gone to new homes in the past month! Hooray!). Either way, this winter has been relatively easy on our horses so far. Let's hope that continues into the rest of the new year!

There are a number of fun things in the works at Hytyme when spring arrives. There's been talk of hosting a fundraiser with raffle items and training demonstrations. More info on that event will be forthcoming! For now, we're just happy that our equine residents are healthy and that so many long-term residents have found their way to loving owners.

Some of the drafts were out again today, and it seems that Snickers may be the escape artist in charge. Now the gates are all securely fastened, and everything is put away in the barns. Coal is doing well with Rosa as his companion. Coal lost his best friend Masquerade almost a year ago. After months of greiving, he's found a new best friend in Rosa, our donkey. They make quite a pair! They live in the pasture closest to Jim and Sherry's house, but Rosa's braying can be heard all over the property.

Dakota, a dark bay quarter horse and thoroughbred cross, was adopted last week. While we don't have any pictures of her with her new owners, we do have some older photos of Dakota as well as her filly, Delilah.

Several volunteers worked with Dakota over the years, and she was always easy to take out of the pasture and work with. She's a very nice horse and has needed her own special person for quite some time now.

Delilah is just turning three years old this year and is also ready for a new home. Delilah is one of the most sweet and friendly horses at the rescue. She's a beautiful color--in the winter, she's white. In the summer, she's a light golden cream. She'll make a wonderful riding partner for someone! She's excellent with her feet and leading. She's also started her groundwork and has worn a saddle so far.

Stay warm!