Many of you who know Mia know that when she came to us as a three year-old in 2008, we were her EIGHTH owners! That’s a lot of upheaval for a very young horse. Happily, Mia has learned in her years here that she has a home for life, and many friends, both human and equine.
Mia’s feet and body have always required extra care and attention, since she has a club foot and scoliosis. She is also prone to ulcers, and we’ve recently started looking into whether she, like some other Quarter Horses, may be more reactive to high levels of potassium, which can cause a myriad of physical issues. With diligent attention from her girl, our Barn Manager Caitlyn, and from our farrier Keith and our veterinarians, Mia is looking and feeling better at nineteen than she has in years. She’s also showing more enthusiasm for her job than we’ve seen in a long time…
Keeping Mia looking and feeling like she does right now has been a long road and will always require more than just hard work on the part of barn staff. She is one of the few horses in our herd who wears orthotic shoes. These shoes and regular chiropractic care, as well as bodywork from our staff, are vital to keeping her happy and healthy.