April 11, 2025: Bruised Pride & Brutal Truths
This week’s buzz isn’t about fresh stalls or first shots—it’s about the messy, frustrating, hard-to-share kind of progress. The kind that knocks you flat (literally).
After weeks of stall rest, hormone shots, healing from an abscess, and what felt like real forward motion… things took a hard turn.
We let the herd out first. They ran straight to the pasture. Then came Bee. She lingered near the barn—hesitant, untrusting. I gently encouraged her to move, carefully keeping my distance. But still—she kicked. She got me. I landed flat on my back. Coffee in hand. Pride? Shattered. And yes, there were witnesses.
Still, I cowgirled up, clapped my hands, and got her running toward the pasture. She raised holy hell for a few minutes… and then, as she does, settled in.
Truth is: I’m discouraged. After so many “she’s turning a corner” moments, I’m starting to wonder if we’re just walking in circles. She’s still scared of shadows. Terrified of the minis. And the herd? She hasn’t been out with them in weeks.
But here’s what we are doing. I’m not giving up without trying everything I can think of—and everything any other professional or horse owner can think of, too:
We administered another hormone shot this week. Having done it last week gave me some confidence going in, but after getting kicked the day before, I’ll admit—I was a little shaken.
Kicking chains arrived Thursday. These are lightweight cuffs that attach just above her hooves. If she kicks out, the attached chain snaps back and taps her leg. It’s not harmful, but the quick discomfort is meant to discourage that behavior instantly.
A new calming supplement—Formula 707—is in rotation
CBD and Mare Magic are standing by
Her previous owner connected us with an osteopath who knows Bee well—we’re setting up a visit ASAP
We’re still looking at every option:
A training collar (like those used for dogs) is now on the table—just enough of a gentle shock to interrupt her focus and redirect
I have the option to consult a behaviorist who specializes in difficult mares and herd dynamics
And yes, it may be time to bring in a kick-butt, take-no-BS trainer to help us both reset with clarity and confidence
I still want this to work. I still believe in Bee. But I also know love alone isn’t always enough. If you’ve been here—where devotion meets doubt—you know how heavy that line is to walk.
This is the real story. Every kick. Every correction. Every hope I haven’t let go of yet.
Thanks for riding this out with me and Bee. 🐝💛
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Video of Bee being let out with the herd stopping at the first green grass she sees!