by Chronometer » Thu Oct 09, 2014 12:12 pm
Username: Chronometer
Show Name: Promise Me John
Barn Name: Utterson
Gender: Stallion
Age: 4 years old
Height: 15hh
Coat: Blue Roan Splash
Breed: Abaco Barb
History:
As an Abaco Barb, Utterson was a relatively wild horse living on the small island of Abaco, in the Bahamas with his tiny herd. He was the pride and joy of those working to conserve the increasingly rare breed, with his gorgeous coat and rare splash gene. Sadly, without much warning, a hurricane swept through the area, separating Utterson from his herd, and even causing some fatalities. Lost and frightened, the young colt searched and searched for his mother without success. Unfortunately, she didn't make it through the storm. The conservationists were frantic, searching everywhere for any remaining horses, but the little roan foal was easily overlooked.
Utterson eventually found his way onto the beach, where a raft of wreckage was near the shore. Curious by nature, Utterson forgot momentarily about his mum and went to investigate. He climbed aboard the tangle of wood, plastic, and ropes, delighted with this new plaything he found. The sea was still a little rough, and the current began to push the wreckage out past the reef. Utterson realised this too late, and screaming for his mummy, was carried out into the open ocean.
He drifted for two days before landing. By then, he was severely malnourished and the sun had burnt his pink skin. Utterson was lucky enough to be found by Frank Haase from Fairbanks, who was on vacation at the time. He scooped up the little foal and took him to the nearest veterinary clinic. Utterson's ails were treated, and he was fine within a month and a half. Mr Haase had to leave, but promised to be back for the colt. His word was true, and in four years, he returned for Utterson, who now was a handsome full grown stallion. He now resides at Fairbanks Stables, where he is loved and cherished for the little miracle he is.
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Chronometer on Thu Oct 09, 2014 1:45 pm, edited 1 time in total.