No, He's Not Dead
You could be forgiven for looking at this photo and thinking that we were preparing a horse body for burial. Except our ancient Appaloosa named Crazy Horse is just fine, thank you -- he's enjoying being groomed while sleeping!
This past Saturday was one of our regular volunteer days, and with all the horses shedding out their winter coats, it was time for some major grooming. Our wonderful volunteer Rosemary M. from Missoula went to go work on Crazy Horse, who was on the ground, sitting up on his chest, sternal. Now, normally when you approach a horse who's down on the ground he or she will get up ... it's a self-preservation instinct.
But he didn't budge, so Rosemary began brushing and curry-combing him. Crazy Horse -- he's our only Appaloosa who isn't blind -- had been soaking in the spring sunshine and he was quite comfy just as he was. So Rosemary kept grooming, and it felt so good that Crazy Horse just finally lay down all the way and started napping. That shows you just how comfortable this old boy felt. Alayne had seen this and went back to the house to get the camera and take these photos.
In this shot, it looks as if Crazy Horse is pointing out a tangle in his tail for some extra attention from Rosemary:
I don't think Rosemary was ever able to get to his other side, because he never got up!
Great photo...good for Crazy Horse..he has it figured out...how to make his humans attend to his every need...a little brush here and over there, please...LOL, good for him!!
We have two here that love their naps in the early afternoon and look just like Crazy Horse enjoying the sunshine!!
Posted by: Karen S | May 08, 2008 at 10:49 AM
Wow, Crazy Horse is such a beautiful horse! Even more so after a day at the spa!
Posted by: Sherrie | May 08, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Crazy Horse glad you enjoyed your Spa Day!
Posted by: Shirley & James, Portland, OR | May 07, 2008 at 09:38 PM
Rosemary the soothing horse masseuse! Thanks for pampering Crazy; he knows a great thing when he feels it. Ahhhh....
Posted by: Boundforglory | May 07, 2008 at 07:18 AM
Three cheers for Rosemary who is willing to volunteer her time. I wish more people were so devoted. You go girl!!!
Posted by: Sande from Spokane | May 06, 2008 at 05:57 PM
Smart guy, that Crazy Horse! Looks like spa day suits him perfectly! He's eating it up. What a treat!
Hugs all around,
ginger
Posted by: ginger & Tobias (the greythound) | May 06, 2008 at 01:26 PM
I second Maggie's comment. That's one laidback horse. Too funny.
Reminds me of a friend's golden retriever I used to brush. The right side got groomed, the left side NEVER got brushed b/c he refused to roll over. Maybe these critters are sporting the "bedhead-chic" look.
Posted by: Debbie Burke | May 06, 2008 at 09:23 AM
Ummm, may I suggest a new name? Lazy Horse?
Posted by: Rosemary | May 06, 2008 at 08:26 AM
LOL. The warm sun, a comfy spot, a personal assistant, why would any horse get up? And you know how massages make you fall asleep. Crazy like a fox.
I guess the snow really melts fast this time of year.
Posted by: Janet in Cambridge | May 06, 2008 at 06:18 AM
But can Rosemary braid? Can she do pigtails, or plaits? Can she do a nice chignon?
I bet Crazy Horse was directing her for what kind of a 'do' he wanted to wear....
Posted by: Kae | May 06, 2008 at 12:42 AM
Hahahahaha. Crazy Horse is certainly one crazy horse!
That incident is also a testament to the wonderful care and love you give to ALL of your animals, so they can feel relaxed and confident in their environment at all times. So thanks again for all you do!
Posted by: maggie | May 05, 2008 at 05:59 PM