Thursday 21 April 2011

New Miniature Arrival

Last night as we went to get the Mum's to be in for the night. Harry shouted down the field, that Tinkerbell was in Labour. The bag appeared as he got to her. Then one foot appeared, but not the other. I tried to feel where, the other leg was, but couldn't find it. Panic set in, as I was terrified that we were going to lose another Foal and Mare. I rang the Vet and Angus was here within minutes. He immediately gelled up and found the other leg, which he brought forward. He then attached some rope to the foals legs and a winch and assisted Tinkerbell with the birth. I can honestly say what sheer relief it was, as I saw the foal was breathing. Angus gave Tinks a shot of pain killers and another of Antibiotics, as it had been quite traumatic for her. It's her first Foal.
Debie and the Poppets are staying with us at the moment and watched this Saga going on. Although Debie did take the little man indoors, until I knew that the Foal was alive. Debie, has got all the new born pictures on her Camera, which Megan and Beth took so can't share them with you at the moment.
Once Tinkerbell had settled down a bit, we moved her and her baby into the Barn so that we could keep an eye on them.
These Pictures were taken this morning. Tinks and her baby are doing really well. Baby is feeding well and Tinks has really bonded with her. The Filly Foal (Girl), has yet to be named. We use the Gods and Goddesses names, and this year we are on the letter "D". We were debating up till Midnight last night what to call her, but we are still undecided. I'm sure she will have a name by the end of today. It looks like we could have another arrival or two by the end of the week. So everyone, please keep your finger's crossed for safe arrivals..

In other news my Computer is still poorly, so Ben has let me upload this via his laptop. I need to get an external hard drive, to get all my pictures and documents off of my computer, before Tux can mess about with the hard drive, in case we lose everything. It's a total nightmare...

23 comments:

Drora's minimundo said...

It's an emotional experience just looking at the photos. The foal is so cute and tender. Congratulations to all of you.

Sans! said...

Happy to hear some good news ! More than just sheer relief, you must be experiencing tremendous joy now. It's like having a real baby I am sure :). Congratulations, Debbie!

rosanna said...

She is a cutie, totally lovable ! best wishes to her and her Mum and to the next babies coming. Happy Easter to all the two legged ons. Rosanna

Katie said...

I am sooo happy for you all! You needed this kind of happiness! Glad Momma and baby are doing good! And I will keep my fingers crossed! Wish I could be there, too- Sounds amazing! Hugs!
Katie

Kerry said...

Oh Debbie, she's adorable!! I am so pleased for you. I hope the rest of them all arrive safely for you & that your computer is fixed soon, too. Have a great Easter, hugs Kerry.x.

Unknown said...

Congratulations on your new arrival.
Your animals are so lucky to have your care and kindness.

Catherine said...

I am so happy to hear that all is well. What an adorable baby (foal).
Congratulations! :-))

Dale Fluty said...

Congrats! What an adorable baby. Thanks for the pictures. :-)

Fiver said...

This is wonderful to hear! Congratulations Debbie, what an adorable little baby. I'm so happy all went well. :)

TreeFeathers said...

Aww, how cute! Congratulations, Debbie! :)

- Grace

Jackie said...

Another small thing that makes life beautiful:-)

Kathi said...

What a wonder! She is standing now too! Amazing! How about naming her "Destiny?" Seems she was destined to arrive safe and sound.
Blessings to all, Kathi

Unknown said...

Congratualtions on the safe arrival, she is a real sweetie and I am happy to hear both mum and baby are doing well :)

Lataina said...

Aw, how sweet! Glad to hear both baby and momma are doing well. Congratulations!!! =)

Maria Ireland said...

the baby is just adorable i am so glad all went well and wish you well on the rest of them have a lovely easter :)

Catherine / Mooghiscath said...

il est adorable !

Daydreamer said...

Congratulations on the safe birth of the new Baby! I'm SO glad to hear they are all well! The new one is so Cute! Good luck!

onbeingaminimum said...

What wonderful photos Debbie. I don't know how you all do it. I would be a nervous wreck. It must be a really nervous time for you and your family but so tremendously rewarding too.
What's a few sleepless nights when you can share such moments as this.
Best wishes to you all

KC-Design said...

Congratulations Debbie, what a wonderful Easter present ! Tinkerbell and her foal are such cute.
Please,will you give both a very big kiss on their noses, from Karin (-:

Dragonstar said...

I'm so glad all went well! The first can be so difficult for the mother.

Computer troubles are traumatic as well. Thinking of you.

Kelli said...

If you're using gods and goddesses names -- Daphne would fit right in. She's absolutely adorable, and I'm so glad to hear that they're both doing well!

My Wee Life said...

Aw how sweet and what a lovely gift for Easter :) Happy Easter

Christine said...

How precious. I'm so glad it went well this time. :)

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