Maia
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Sex: Mare
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DNA: 1st
2nd
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Adoption Fee: $TBD
Category: In Rehab/Under Evaluation
Weight:
DOB:
Sex: Mare
Color:
Breed:
DNA: 1st
2nd
3rd
Adoption Fee: $TBD
Category: In Rehab/Under Evaluation
Maia's Story
Maia came to AAE in June 2023 with Portia, Myers, and Whiskey after the passing of their owner. They were in dire need of rescue, and a nearby animal control reached out to see if we could assist.
Maia is an older (~25 year old) Arabian-type mare. This sweet girl was not easy to catch, but once haltered, she was as sweet as pie. Maia loaded on the trailer like she'd done it a million times. She was being fed (poor quality) hay, and her lil' body was withering away. She was malnourished and hungry. Her hooves were much in need of a trim, and she simply hadn't had any basic care for some time. Though family stepped in to help mom with their care, they didn't have the knowledge or resources to provide what with Maia needed, and they were so grateful AAE was able to assist.
Once at AAE, Maia was started on pelleted feed (much easier to process), and a refeeding program consistent with UCD's protocol for refeeding emaciated horses. An intake exam was scheduled to evaluate her overall health. Fortunately, so far her lab results have been fairly normal, and her organs appear to be functioning well despite her age and body condition. Maia was a champ for the farrier, and she has been a very sweet, ol' gal. She will have dental work, vaccines, deworming, and a microchip as soon as she gains a bit of weight.
Once Maia's condition has improved and she's been evaluated more, she'll be available for adoption.
In general, there is a lot of activity around AAE including foot traffic in and out of paddock/pasture areas, mucking with wheelbarrows, grooming and care activities, weekly farrier visits. There are resident dogs, cats, pigs, cows, and mini horses, as well as various wildlife including frequent turkeys, squirrels, deer, and coyotes in and around paddock/pasture areas. AAE is situated on the corner of a busy road with high speed vehicles, trucks, and sirens. Tractors are used in and around pasture/paddock areas, trucks deliver feed, and a squeeze is occasionally used for unloading hay. Horses at AAE are accustomed to a more active environment as opposed to a quiet/sterile environment.
Maia is an older (~25 year old) Arabian-type mare. This sweet girl was not easy to catch, but once haltered, she was as sweet as pie. Maia loaded on the trailer like she'd done it a million times. She was being fed (poor quality) hay, and her lil' body was withering away. She was malnourished and hungry. Her hooves were much in need of a trim, and she simply hadn't had any basic care for some time. Though family stepped in to help mom with their care, they didn't have the knowledge or resources to provide what with Maia needed, and they were so grateful AAE was able to assist.
Once at AAE, Maia was started on pelleted feed (much easier to process), and a refeeding program consistent with UCD's protocol for refeeding emaciated horses. An intake exam was scheduled to evaluate her overall health. Fortunately, so far her lab results have been fairly normal, and her organs appear to be functioning well despite her age and body condition. Maia was a champ for the farrier, and she has been a very sweet, ol' gal. She will have dental work, vaccines, deworming, and a microchip as soon as she gains a bit of weight.
Once Maia's condition has improved and she's been evaluated more, she'll be available for adoption.
In general, there is a lot of activity around AAE including foot traffic in and out of paddock/pasture areas, mucking with wheelbarrows, grooming and care activities, weekly farrier visits. There are resident dogs, cats, pigs, cows, and mini horses, as well as various wildlife including frequent turkeys, squirrels, deer, and coyotes in and around paddock/pasture areas. AAE is situated on the corner of a busy road with high speed vehicles, trucks, and sirens. Tractors are used in and around pasture/paddock areas, trucks deliver feed, and a squeeze is occasionally used for unloading hay. Horses at AAE are accustomed to a more active environment as opposed to a quiet/sterile environment.
