We Ride Sport and Trail Magazine January - February 2019 | Page 51

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and loved her much. But after all, Jessica was Bella’s person. Even though she loved her new family with HHH, she had clearly picked Jessica. They are reunited forever. Their bond and friendship have stood the test of time and flourished. Bella needs a lot of special care including dental because of how her teeth have formed from the broken jaw. Jessica had to search for the perfect farrier, vet, dentist, chiropractor and massage therapist that would continue to help Bella stay productive and live a long life. Additionally, she has a fused cervical vertebra in her neck and it is also thought that she has a genetic anomaly resulting in a missing cervical vertebra. The fused vertebra limits Bella’s mobility to graze and requires her to assume a grazing stance similar to a club foot horse with one front leg way out. She can only eat grass from one side of her mouth since she can’t turn her neck a certain way. She is however, according to the vets okay for light trail riding, as it will keep her in shape and more flexible.

HHH needs help. Like most rescues HHH does not receive any state or federal funding. Nor, have they been able to secure any grants to aid in their mission. If there are any grant writers out there HHH would love to work with you. With so much time spent in the barn and working to support the horses this small rescue could use some help with fundraising, events and social media. If you have some spare time and the skills HHH requires please consider donating some of your time to assist us.

Above, Jessica and Bella, reunited forever

Below, Lisa riding Atty who was saved from slaughter