Quera was sold to a gentleman years ago. He is now in his 80's
and has become mentally incapacitated. Like many reputable breeders, Quera's breeder made routine checks on horses
she had sold over the years. She discovered the gentleman's horses had become neglected and made arrangements to
rescue Quera and another horse that he had bought from her.
Quera finally arrived at the sanctuary 175 lbs underweight which is a great deal for a 14 hand horse. Despite
her thinness, she has fatty large pockets above her eyes and along her neck. These are classic symptoms of insulin resistance. At
some point Quera foundered which is not uncommon with insulin resistant horses or neglected horses.
Quera has regained her weight and had several months of pasture rest. She has done well
on a regular diet of pelleted feed and has not shown any signs of insulin resistance. Her hooves have received corrective
trimming every month and today she moves without pain. We feel that she has completed her rehabilitation. We are
working to put her back under saddle and she is now available for a new home.
