Not feeling well..

I had the all nighter shift last night with Izzy and she did not drink as much as normal. This morning her runny nose and sniffle is back. She's kinda bloated, but no fever. The vet is coming out soon (I hope), if not this afternoon.

I'll keep everyone posted, please keep her in your thoughts.

I'm a big girl now!

Now that Izzy is officially one week old, she thinks she is hot stuff. She's getting into everything, and doesn't want anything to do with us while we're outside with her. The only time she wanted me while we were outside was when the horses behind our house were lined up whinnying at her. She was so scared and nervous that she kept whinnying to me and running away. We're working on introducing her to other horses so that she can get over this fear of hers. She loved Amigo, so hopefully when she moves down to the barn she'll become less nervous around mares or even other horses.

Here is the picture of my dad introducing her to our neighbor's lovely mares. The grey mare will probably be the second best option (other than Amigo) for a babysitter. She was interested, but not overly crazy about her.

Health wise she is doing pretty well, we're still trying to find the balance with her formula. We diluted it, but then it was making her tummy upset. When we had the normal dose, she got constipated. Babies..they're so frustrating ;)

Izzy meeting the "big" horses

So yesterday, Izzy got to meet the big horses. Amigo was so sweet, gentle and friendly with her. He was not the slightest bit aggressive and the vet said he showed lots of positive behavior. When she is older (in a few months) she'll probably be completely introduced to Amigo and he will be her "babysitter". If had to chose any horse to raise a horse, it would be him. He is the perfect horse and so understanding. It also helps that he's on the smaller size, and very aware of his body.

Introducing the baby to Luna didn't work as well as I'd hoped. She was pacing, snorting, tail up in the air, all the "bad signs". I'm sure if it was her own, she'd do much better - but she was a nervous (and JEALOUS) wreck when we brought the baby to the fence. Maybe when Izzy is a yearling, she can go out with Luna, but in the meantime I don't think they'll be a good match until Izzy is much older.

I didn't even bother introducing her to Sting, he is not a good influence ;) Plus, he can be aggressive.

Update 4/2/2011 - Post Vet

The vet came out for the big horses and I had her look at Izzy while she was out. It was another hefty vet bill. We have had $450 in donations, and every little bit is so greatly appreciated. Her balance with the vet is now just $436 and I am auctioning off my dressage saddle and other tack to pay off her bills. We will be doing fundraisers (horse related and non horse related) over the next week or two, so keep an eye out for that.

The vet did another exam, an Equine Screen (CBC), HYPP Test (because of her breeding), and she received an enema. The vet thinks she's really doing great, but the next two weeks are still very critical.

The good news is, we introduced Izzy to Amigo and he was very gentle and interested, but not overly eager. He might make a perfect babysitter when she gets healthier and older. Luna on the other hand was a bit of a psycho and quite jealous of the baby.

I will post pictures of Izzy and Amigo tomorrow!

Update 4/2/2011

Hello everyone,

Izzy has made it through yet another night, and she finally went number two ;) She's currently outside enjoying an outing with my dad. It's finally sunny and not so cold! This has been the first time that she's been allowed out without her blankie (which she's outgrowing VERY quickly).

Today will be a busy day for everyone, especially the horses. It's that time of year where the vet comes out for vaccines, teeth floating, exams and sheath cleaning (at least for the boys). It is also a busy day for Amigo, he is going to be rechecked for his fractured pelvis. We will find out if he can move to a bigger turnout - or even be ridden. Izzy will be making her first trip to The Funny Farm, and will meet her new "brothers" and her sister. She will also be seen one last time by our regular vet, just because I'm a worry wart! Better be safe than sorry, especially with such a fragile little thing. Hopefully her visit to the farm goes well and she can maybe move into Luna's stall sometime during the week. Once we get her eating from a bucket, it will make more sense to move her down to the farm.

We all have high hopes for the little filly.

Thank you to all the supporters, donors and volunteers,

Tylir and Isabel

6:30 AM, Day Three

Fever was down significantly :) doing much better and can lay down on her own without taking 5-10 minutes to process what her body wants her to do.

She's already growing! My mom went down this morning after her first full night of sleep since she came and came up shouting "Izzy has grown!". She's changing so quickly it's unbelievable.

Shout outs to all the volunteers, donors and babysitters; Dover Saddlery, Joye, The McGee's, The Brannock's, Paula, Holly and Kimberly.

High Fever, morning #3

Izzy had a high fever of 101.8, called the ER vet. Will keep everyone posted!