[tenturo]

Welcome to the Euphorian Retired Racehorse Project
Euphorian Thoroughbreds are a rare string of the Thoroughbred breed. They come from a single farm simply called “Euphoria” that has horses with mutated genes. These allow them to be able to possess any realistic coat or markings. Everything else about the sub-type is the same. Long, strong legs, a powerful hind, and great speed. Their eyes are soft and the breed is incredibly smart, if not a bit goofy. They love kids and have the rare ability to excel in any discipline. They can grow from 15hh-18hh, though usually somewhere in the middle.
The horses readopted through the Euphorian Retired Racehorse Project are looking for a new loving home and a new job. They’ve tried racing and have either retired or decided the sport wasn’t for them. Either way, they are ready for the next chapter in their life. Some of these horses will come with a little training already, and will have their new discipline already determined. Although others you’ll get to pick how they move forwards!

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Gender: Stallion
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Eye Color: [Blind] milky blue
Phenotype: Seal Brown Blanket Appaloosa
Genotype: Ee / Ata / Lplp / PATN-1patn-1
Mane Type: Long
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Breeding Info: heterozygous for Lp and PATN-1
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Long Mane
Long Tail
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This stallion seems to have a disability regarding his eyesight. Tell me all about this - how it may have happened, if it affects his current discipline and training, anything and everything!

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Ends November 11th at 5:00 PM CST

[LivingLethal]

oooh pretty kid !! maybe entering for a friend for bennetttttt

[BadgerBuddies]

Username;; BadgerBuddies
Show Name: BBR Steller Sea Lion
Barn Name: Steller
Gender: Stallion
Age: 4 years old
Height: 15.3hh
Halter: surprise me!!
Discipline: Dressage
Prompt: It has been a well known fact amongst marine mammal trainers that sunlight reflecting off of water can lead to adverse effects on eyesight when exposure lasts long periods of time. Many seal and sea lion trainers are aware that pinnipeds kept in pools outdoors are more susceptible to loss of vision and cataracts. How does this tidbit of information about marine life relate to a horse? Well, it’s the same principal, it was just highly unexpected to occur, as most horses are not around water enough.

In his youth, Stellar was active, agile, and loved to move and play. He was extremely accustomed to water, as he was swam once each day as part of his exercise route while he was racing. It was a perfect conditioning workout, and something he loved to do. Even when the sun was high and hot, he was still worked through the pool, as the water would keep him cool as he exercised. Sometimes, his trainer would even bring him and his exercise rider to the beach to train, since they knew he loved the water so much and would be able to tolerate the environment. The sand provided a more challenging footing to train in, and the water and waves adding resistance, but took away some of the strain of the exercise. This is what got the ball rolling.

Even after he retired from his racing career, Stellar kept finding himself near the water. His new adopters were told of his love for water, and his rides on the beach did not end. He loved splashing around in the salty ocean water, he could spend the whole day there. There was also one paddock at home at their barn that had a sizable pond within its perimeter. It was decided that Stellar would be one of the horses turned out in this paddock, since they knew it would make him beyond happy. The stallion spent good chunks of his day splashing around and wallowing in the pond’s waters.

No one ever expected a horse to spend this much of his life around water, so no one ever thought to be concerned about his eyesight. When Stellar began spooking during his beach rides, everybody knew something was up, since he typically loved the beach; it was his favorite place. A veterinarian was called out to examine him, and it was discovered that the once fully sighted horse had developed cataracts in both eyes. Due to the severity of the cataracts at this point, there was no way to operate to remove them. Thankfully, Stellar is not in any pain, so he can still keep his eyes despite his progressive blindness. He still loves to be in and around water, but due to his vision, he has begun to transition from
being a trail horse to training in dressage.

[Ringo.]

Username;; Ringo.
Show Name: Above and Beyond
Barn Name: Buzz
Gender: Stallion
Age: 9 years
Height: 17.1hh
Halter: Green with a white horizontal line
Discipline: Therapy Horse
Prompt:

Buzz wasn’t always blind. He was a happy stallion who loved to run around the pasture and chase all sorts of small animals. His once-bright blue eyes that matched the waves of the ocean disappeared in a flash.

When Buzz was born he was a healthy little colt. Prancing around the fields with his mother, rolling in mud and chasing after the mares with his father. He was a regular colt who had a bright future ahead of himself. He was born to a dam and sire who had great racing bloodlines which meant that this colt was born for racing. Nothing could stop this fella from running when he was let loose in the pastures. I swear he could've run all day and night if they let him. His favourite weather to run in was when it was pouring outside. When the grass was so wet that every sharp turn a horse made they would tumble onto the ground. He loved the adrenaline it gave him. This colt was fast too, the fastest out of all the other colts.

As Buzz got older he started training in Barrel Racing. He fell in love with it immediately. The rush, the quick sharp turns around the barrels, he quickly picked up everything he was taught. When he was entered into his first competition he put all those other horses into place. He showed them what he could do and he definitely showed off his skills and didn't care one bit.

Sadly, it wasn't long until his short career was over. During one training session, his handler knew something was wrong. While he was tacking up Buzz he noticed that the stallion was squinting his eyes a lot. The stallon would also close his eyes a lot whenever he moved his head closer to a light. His handler knew that the stallion has had uveitis episodes in the past but the vet said he would be fine. Instead of calling the same vet they called one that has been recommended to them many times. It didn't take long for the vet to come to the conclusion that Buzz had ERU (equine recurrent uveitis), also known as moon blindness. It was very heartbreaking to hear the news.

Everyone at the ranch knew they wouldn't be able to afford any of the treatment or medications so they did what was best. That's when they found us, New Hope Acres. We take in all kinds of horses. Especially those in need of a little extra care and love. When we got the call about Buzz we immediately got a trailer set up and two of our best horse handlers were on their way. We did whatever we could to make sure Buzz had a warm welcoming and felt safe. He was scared at first but as soon as we introduced him to our blind mare, Atlas, he quickly felt at home.

We got him on treatment and medication as soon as he arrived. We had the vet waiting for him in the stables. He was a bit spooked at first since he couldn't see everything that was going on. Thankfully he quickly adjusted and allowed the vet to do what he needed to do. It did take a couple of months before he was allowed in the pasture and run again. When he was able to though he darted right out of those stables and into the green grass. He plopped down and rolled. He was so excited to be able to run and do the things he was born to do. Even though he couldn't see the fences he taught himself how to know when he was getting close since he was constantly running into them.

Buzz was very gentle when it came to children and small animals. He does his best to not step on them or hurt them. He loves the attention he gets with the children, he gets so many pets and they always sneak him treats when they're not supposed to. Every time he knew kids were around he would do anything to draw attention to himself. Even purposely run into fences! We wanted him to be able to do something with kids that would also help him get some energy out. Starting with simple and basic training we got him ready to become a therapy horse! It all worked out as we planned.

He came to us when he was 4 years old. A skittish blind babe who just needed extra care and love. When he turned 5 he became an official therapy horse! Now he is eight years old and is still a therapy horse. Working with new kids every 2 months and helping them gain the confidence and bravery they needed to continue on in the word. I can definitely say that he has changed many kid's lives and taught everyone he met a lesson. He showed them that no matter what happens always live your best life with happiness and to never be afraid with what the world may throw at you.

[tenturo]

Username;; Ringo.
Show Name: Above and Beyond
Barn Name: Buzz
Gender: Stallion
Age: 9 years
Height: 17.1hh
Halter: Green with a white horizontal line
Discipline: Therapy Horse
Prompt:

Buzz wasn’t always blind. He was a happy stallion who loved to run around the pasture and chase all sorts of small animals. His once-bright blue eyes that matched the waves of the ocean disappeared in a flash.

When Buzz was born he was a healthy little colt. Prancing around the fields with his mother, rolling in mud and chasing after the mares with his father. He was a regular colt who had a bright future ahead of himself. He was born to a dam and sire who had great racing bloodlines which meant that this colt was born for racing. Nothing could stop this fella from running when he was let loose in the pastures. I swear he could've run all day and night if they let him. His favourite weather to run in was when it was pouring outside. When the grass was so wet that every sharp turn a horse made they would tumble onto the ground. He loved the adrenaline it gave him. This colt was fast too, the fastest out of all the other colts.

As Buzz got older he started training in Barrel Racing. He fell in love with it immediately. The rush, the quick sharp turns around the barrels, he quickly picked up everything he was taught. When he was entered into his first competition he put all those other horses into place. He showed them what he could do and he definitely showed off his skills and didn't care one bit.

Sadly, it wasn't long until his short career was over. During one training session, his handler knew something was wrong. While he was tacking up Buzz he noticed that the stallion was squinting his eyes a lot. The stallon would also close his eyes a lot whenever he moved his head closer to a light. His handler knew that the stallion has had uveitis episodes in the past but the vet said he would be fine. Instead of calling the same vet they called one that has been recommended to them many times. It didn't take long for the vet to come to the conclusion that Buzz had ERU (equine recurrent uveitis), also known as moon blindness. It was very heartbreaking to hear the news.

Everyone at the ranch knew they wouldn't be able to afford any of the treatment or medications so they did what was best. That's when they found us, New Hope Acres. We take in all kinds of horses. Especially those in need of a little extra care and love. When we got the call about Buzz we immediately got a trailer set up and two of our best horse handlers were on their way. We did whatever we could to make sure Buzz had a warm welcoming and felt safe. He was scared at first but as soon as we introduced him to our blind mare, Atlas, he quickly felt at home.

We got him on treatment and medication as soon as he arrived. We had the vet waiting for him in the stables. He was a bit spooked at first since he couldn't see everything that was going on. Thankfully he quickly adjusted and allowed the vet to do what he needed to do. It did take a couple of months before he was allowed in the pasture and run again. When he was able to though he darted right out of those stables and into the green grass. He plopped down and rolled. He was so excited to be able to run and do the things he was born to do. Even though he couldn't see the fences he taught himself how to know when he was getting close since he was constantly running into them.

Buzz was very gentle when it came to children and small animals. He does his best to not step on them or hurt them. He loves the attention he gets with the children, he gets so many pets and they always sneak him treats when they're not supposed to. Every time he knew kids were around he would do anything to draw attention to himself. Even purposely run into fences! We wanted him to be able to do something with kids that would also help him get some energy out. Starting with simple and basic training we got him ready to become a therapy horse! It all worked out as we planned.

He came to us when he was 4 years old. A skittish blind babe who just needed extra care and love. When he turned 5 he became an official therapy horse! Now he is eight years old and is still a therapy horse. Working with new kids every 2 months and helping them gain the confidence and bravery they needed to continue on in the word. I can definitely say that he has changed many kid's lives and taught everyone he met a lesson. He showed them that no matter what happens always live your best life with happiness and to never be afraid with what the world may throw at you.

ahh i absolutely loved this story :sobs:
especially him having a visually impaired buddy as well! congrats ringo, can’t wait to see what you do with him!

[Ringo.]

Thank you so much tent!!
I absolutely love my Buzz and I cant wait to write about him and Atlas!!♥️

[Ringo.]

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