DT, Sharon, Janimal

Please consider gifting any amount to ASAP this week as we step out to
help horses in need.

DT has been dealing with a year-old injury to his rear leg and we felt we
never had the funds to have it radiographed. A veterinarian has agreed to
travel to us this Friday to have him evaluated in hopes that we can help
him be more sound. A trip charge is $45, then radiographs are $22 each,
and I believe $45 for exam. We need to raise at least $100 for DT alone
by Friday.

Stylish Sharon has lost a great deal of weight while out on summer pasture
this year. We have brought her home and given her special feed, but she
is still not picking up weight despite deworming. We hope to be able to
have blood drawn on her to check her organ function. We also want to rule
out thyroid problems.

Janimal has dropped weight suddenly these past three weeks. I have him in
a stall as we speak, giving him soaked hay cubes and special feed. He is
not sound in pasture - may have been kicked in the stifle area or hips. When he comes up the hill at feeding time it looks as though his back legs
are wobbly and weak. When being trimmed the farrier noted it was
difficult for him to hold up one leg while standing on another on both
sides. He was dewormed and we are keeping a close eye on him. He has
been with us for ten years now and is Rachel's special ambassador for
Standardbreds at all horse demos and parades. We are really worried about
him.

Any gift is tax deductible........we really need your support!

Sue

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Jumbo Shrimp's Daughter

Hello!

We have a shout out to anyone who may be interested in Jumbo Shrimp's
daughter, who is now 16.

I got a call from an Amish gentleman who has had her for quite a few
years. She has developed some navicular and can no longer do the long
miles on the road.

She is extremely gentle and smart - apparently is sound in pasture and
sound until she has put on several miles, then she gets sore.

She has many years left so if you are interested let us know because we do
believe this horse will end up in the kill pen at the next sale he goes to
unless we can help her soon.

Sue

Networking - Makes It All Worthwhile!

We are very pleased to be able to plan to meet with three veterinarians
from both Canterbury Downs and Running Aces next week in the Twin Cities.

ASAP Inc. has agreed to take part in the research related to the unwanted
horse situation in our country for a collaborative grant opportunity.

Networking together makes a difference for our nation's horses! Thank you
to the veterinarians who extended their invitation to ASAP Inc.!

Morgans, Miniature Donkeys, Family Horses

Heard from a family tonite that must place their family horses and
miniature donkeys quickly.

We are trying to get photos - if you are interested please contact ASAP at
608-689-2399 or email (preferred) asapinc@mwt.net

The Morgans are still available and need immediate placement.

Everyone Invited!

The vote is in and counted (werent that many votes, seriously...) and our
fall fund raiser will be at the ASAP Farm!

When: Saturday, October 8, 2011

Where: ASAP farm
S6039a Pedretti Lane
De Soto, WI 54624

8 am - Registration for the 5K Fun Run/Walk - "Race for the Horses"
Come out and enjoy the beautiful fall colors only one mile off the
Mississippi River
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place
T Shirt included -
Registration - $20 - Contact asapinc@mwt.net or call
608-689-2399 to get registered

Noon - Lunch on grounds or Bring Your Own

1 - 5 pm - Tack Sale / Auction / Music / Entertainment

5 pm - Karaoke Contest!!! $100 First Prize

Please contact us as early as possible to RSVP - there will be food,
prizes, and fun all day long! If you don't want to participate in the 5K,
just come at noon and spend the day with ASAP!!!

CHITOWN LEGEND - PLEASE HELP HIM - READSTOWN WI

We received an emergency plea today from the owner of Chitown Legend.

She is requesting placement for him due to circumstances beyond her
control. If he is not placed today he may face kill buyers on Saturday.
Please help this handsome bay Standardbred and spare his life.

Contact Sue via email at
asapinc@mwt.net
608-689-2399

Mysterious Calm

I just feel compelled to write about changes in my life, for good and for
sad....anxieties, fears, rejoicing, all rolled into one gal named Sue!

I am changing careers a bit, and the changeover from teacher/coordinator
to more of a human services role has been both exciting and challenging. New terms to learn, new paperwork to master, hours and hours of training
and preparation, but I was ready to self-direct my life a bit more. I
have gone between teacher, treatment foster care provider, mother,
director of ASAP, and back to teacher for over 20 years. I have worked
with the most wonderful children and young people, with all levels of
ability, and have been truly blessed.

Leaving one job for another comes with its own set of bittersweet
feelings, but during this transition time I have learned a few things. I
have noticed the swallowtails hatching and flying all over my yard, and
today I noticed the first Monarch butterfly. I hear the crickets even
louder, and the donkey even more (she knows I am home during the day at
this time!).....and have more time to spend with the things most important
to me in my life: my husband, my children, and my home (which includes
all the critters). I got to take my kids to their school registration
today at 2:30!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow! I get to be there for them when they
wake up, and I am there for them when they go to bed. I feel I am taking
more pressure off them and my husband at this moment, even though we are
more strapped financially as I transition over to this new change.....

I look at two of my precious companions, Cookie and Tina. Tina has passed
her 16th birthday. She sleeps more now, and has lost weight. She needs a
little help at night to stay dry...(ahem...a doggie diaper), and can't
hear me call when treats are served. I am so honored to have a chance to
spend more time with her during what may be her last year with us. Cookie, too, though only 13, is struggling. She is now completely blind,
and was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. She depends upon me for
water, for food, and to carry her outside to go to the bathroom. Bless
her heart, she still does so well, and listens for me and follows my voice
around the house. We need each other so much, and I am afraid to give her
permission to leave me. That is so selfish, but she has been my closest
canine friend and my heart and hers seem intertwined. I promised her this
year I would take her out on a sandbar, which we have done. She was not
so eager to go out into the water this time, and depended on me to shield
her from the waves. Instead, I cupped water into my hands and poured over
the top of her on that hot 95 degree day in the boat, and kept her cool. She rested peacefully as the boat covered the back sloughs so Craig could
fish for Northerns. She was with me, and I with her, and the world was
right. I hope we get to have one more boat ride, one more car ride, one
more Christmas......I am being so selfish....

I feel like I belong right here, 24/7. I feel totally at peace with the
world and myself, yet I know it will not last forever. Yet, today, I can
rejoice in being here, and being alive, and being all that I can be for my
family. Tomorrow will have its own set of challenges, but my life is
taking on a new direction where I will have more say in my own schedule. What a blessing is that???? And, so far, I am working with GREAT people,
who are encouraging and patient. That is what I hope to offer anyone that
I am able to serve, whether it is through teaching, through my role as a
parent, or in my new profession.

My other anxiety lies in the fact that we owe many people for much hay. Our oustanding hay bill as of last week was $2,000, and our feed bill is
at $2,800. We have had to cut the quality of our feed from 12% sweet feed
with Equishine vitamins to cracked corn mixed with just a fraction of
feed. We have two horses, DT, and Stylish Sharon who need extensive
veterinary care. We have at least 6-8 horses who need trimming. I spent
most of today fund raising, and applying for a few grants (or starting the
process). It all takes time. That gives me an uneasy feeling in my
spirit, but I know God has carried us through 18 years of His work, so I
have to believe there will be a way. Let's just hope the feed company and
hay farmers can be patient enough to give us time to get the funds
together!

I am getting kind of excited about the possibility of our fund raiser
happening October 8. So far it looks like this:

Morning - 5K Fun Run/Walk - "Race for the Horses" Cash prizes and free
t-shirts...registration $20 per person

Noon - Lunch

12-3 - Tack sale/auction/rummage sale

Barbecue dinner provided by Grass Roots Barbecue
We are hoping Karaoke will be provided by James Osthoff...?
Karaoke entertainment and contest after tack sale.........

Games, prizes, give-aways......anyone interested?

Upcoming events:

This weekend: Wild West Days parade
Wild West Days Saturday and Sunday - ASAP will give horse rides to public
to raise $$$ for ASAP

Super Night - coming up in September! See you at Balmoral Park!!!!

October 8 - ASAP Fund Raiser - either at ASAP farm or Romance Store - you
vote and help us decide!!!!

Hugs,
Sue

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Morgans Need Help

Just received a call this morning from someone who is trying to place
three Morgan horses.

These horses belong to the family, but family is becoming increasingly
unable to care for them. One of the horses is in her teens, the other
gelding and mare are 20.

Horses are healthy, dark bay, and being kept in a barn currently. They
were formerly the family's riding horses. Horses are north of La Crosse.

If anyone is interested in giving these healthy, sound, aged horses homes,
please contact the ASAP office or email Sue directly at
asapinc@mwt.net

New Horses

Horses are being adopted very quickly. An answer to prayers!
Congrats to Mary P. for her adoption of Pierogie - the mare just completed
her journey to her new home in South Dakota!

Congrats to Bren on her adoption of Mc Dominant. Bren lives in
Colorado...so Mac is making the long journey to his forever home!

As quickly as horses find homes many are being referred. We just got word
on a 3 year old sound filly in Dodgeville, two geldings at Balmoral, and
one TB show horse and one Appendix gelding in our area.

Two horses were just referred for placement in Mt. Vernon New York. So we
are asking for adopters to step forward for more information!!!

Congrats to Kathy and Andy on their adoption of Taz! He will be boarded
at the ASAP farm.

I completed a nice day of trail riding with my husband at Yellow River
State Forest in Iowa. Taser Gun seemed truly happy to be out and about. We enjoyed the beautiful trails, the hilly terrain, and the sun shining on
Yellow River with black-eyed Susan's blossoming all around us. Taser Gun
grabbed a stalk of corn in a cornfield on the ridge - as Craig was going
to take a picture the stalk fell out of his mouth - DARN IT!

Hope you all had a great weekend!
Sue

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BIG SIGH.............
First, thanks to Tractor Supply Company for having us and other dog and
cat adoption groups for their Pet Awareness Week.

Unfortunately, we spent the money and time to go...but we were unable to
offer our fly masks and spray for donation price of $5 each.

We came home with no donations. We'll try Wild West Days next.....and
possibly Super Night.........any other suggestions?

Can't give up!
Happy Saturday.
Sue

Help A Horse By Purchasing Fly Masks or Spray - Only $5 In August!

Hi everyone,

We are doing a fly mask and spray drive to help horses in certain
situations this summer.

For example, DT needs diagnostics on his rear leg from an injury he
incurred while in his last adoptive or foster home. The diagnostics may
lead to surgery to scrape off any infection found on the bone.

RC needs to be relocated due to his dietary needs. He may end up coming
back to ASAP - currently he is getting alfalfa cubes soaked and special
senior feed.

Broadway Pete, Brandy, Taser Gun, Bob Cook, Arne, Stylish Sharon, Cobrador
Kosmos, all in need of farrier work - trims cost $20 each - $140

We currently have a $800 vet bill for past work.

We currently have about $2,000 in hay bills from the past year.

Most of our horses never received Potomac Horse Fever vaccine or West Nile
vaccine due to lack of finances.

Picasso, Slappin Leather, Shediditagain, Ginger, Solomon, Wrigley all
currently waiting to come to ASAP farm if they cannot be placed.

Sydney, FV Deon, Holly, Sadie, Kung Fu Guru all in need of hoof
trimming..another $100. Sadie needs sedatives from a veterinarian which
will add to that cost.

Thunder, Comet, FV Terror, Sugar all currently STILL waiting for homes.
Goodnight Starship still waiting for the right home!

Three horses waiting at Balmoral Park for pickup, but lack of space at the
ASAP farm is causing delay.

So feel free to order your fly masks or spray now, or send one to a friend
who you knows needs one or two or more!! Price doesn't include
shipping...but I can give you an idea of what that is if you ask.

Thank you in advance!
Susan

Colonel Meacham and Why Do We Love Standardbreds?

Standardbreds give children so much confidence as beginning riders...for
the most part the breed is second to none as a pet, and riding/driving
companion.

The Colonel had a pretty impressive race career, and since his retirement
has provided countless hours of riding enjoyment to children and youth!