So we have found another home for another deserving OTTB. Donovan will be leaving tomorrow with his new owner, Toniann, who plans on doing hunters and maybe a little eventing with him. Similar to Aldebutante's situation, this horse knew his owner as soon as he saw her. They are the perfect size for each other and with his easy-going temperment, I know he'll be a great project for her. And the best part...he's just going to Shelbyville, not too far away.
However, in this "journey" with Donovan, we've touched more lives than just this loveable bay gelding's. There are several others horses on the property that have been clearly neglected, as well as several goats and chickens. When Donovan leaves, we will be reporting the owners of this farm to the ASPCA. In a way, Donovan brought us to these helpless animals, and hopefully they will be rescued, too...and given a new chance at life.
We feel so blessed to have been given the opportunity to save lives, better lives, and enrich our own lives. This "job" is so rewarding, especially when you can place horses in incredible homes where they will have the best of everything. It's so deserving...they give us everything on the track and are so loyal and so trusting.
Hopefully Donovan will thrive in his new home and with his new mom...can't wait to get him on that trailer tomorrow and at the same time, we will be shedding tears like we always do. <3
God Bless,
Ryan
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