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Andy (or Andromeda), is my horse, my partener in competition, and my best friend. I can't ride much right now, due to an accident last fall, but he's still fun to chill with. He was balding, malnourished, and terrified of hands and whips when he was brought to the stable where I used to ride. His hooves were cracked right to the top, his tail was thin, and you could see every bone in his body. I had never seen a horse in such neglected condition. Despite all this he was willing to give humans a second chance. After 2 weeks, we could pet and touch his face without him spooking. He was as gentle as a lamb. After 2 months, he grew back most of the fur on his back, and he gained enough weight to look like a normal healthy horse. I've had him for 2 years now, and he's a top show hunter (under the girl who is leasing him from me). Thanks to the excellent food and care he's been getting at his new boarding stable, his hooves are no longer cracked, his coat is thick, his tail is full, and most importantly, he's very happy. |