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Days 8–12 with the June Muster KaimanawasAll of these awesome youngsters are settling into domestication incredibly well...
17/06/2026

Days 8–12 with the June Muster Kaimanawas
All of these awesome youngsters are settling into domestication incredibly well.

At this stage, everyone has made fantastic progress, and we're now down to just a few key milestones — picking up feet, rugging, and floating — before we move into focusing on consolidating everything they've learnt so far.

Athena (orphan filly with the little star)
Athena is now happy to be caught in a large paddock, can be touched on all four legs, and is beginning to come out of her shell. It's been lovely watching her confidence grow day by day.

Florence (orphan filly with the big star)
Florence has transformed into the easiest little cuddle bug. She's easily caught in a large paddock, happily picks up all four feet, and is a pleasure to rug and handle in every aspect.

Wheturoa
Wheturoa continues to be a wonderfully cruisy lass. She loves a good scratch and is now happy being caught, led, tied up, having her feet handled, and has learnt to wear a rug.

Jupiter
Jupiter has been on her first farm adventures and is happily crossing obstacles. She's comfortable being caught in the paddock and can now be touched on all four legs.

Coyote
Coyote can now be touched on all four legs and has been out on his first adventures. He can find the big wide world a little scary at times, but he always tries his best to be brave, tackle new obstacles, and keep moving forward. He has also learnt to tie up.

Cookie
Cookie has progressed to leading confidently, crossing obstacles, and heading out on his first farm adventures. He has also learnt to be touched on all four legs and continues to take everything in stride.

We're incredibly proud of this special group. In less than two weeks they've gone from wild-born youngsters to foals who are learning to trust people, explore new environments, and take on new challenges with confidence. We can't wait to see what the next week brings for these six amazing kids. 🐴❤️

One week in with this muster’s wild foals, and what an incredible week it has been! 🐴✨All 6 foals have now learnt to wea...
12/06/2026

One week in with this muster’s wild foals, and what an incredible week it has been! 🐴✨
All 6 foals have now learnt to wear a halter, and the majority are already leading confidently. It's been amazing to watch each of them grow in confidence and begin to understand life with humans.

Wheturoa and the orphan filly with the big star are currently our two little front-runners. Both are confidently being caught and led, tackling obstacles, heading out on farm adventures, having all four feet picked up, and taking every new experience in their stride.

Each and every one of these special babies is building positive, meaningful connections every day. Watching their trust grow and their personalities shine through is incredibly rewarding.

I feel very lucky to spend my days with such a sweet, curious, and cuddly bunch of foals, and I can't wait to see what the next week brings for them all. ❤️

A wee update on the foals over the past few days 🐴✨This lovely group of five special youngsters are settling into domest...
10/06/2026

A wee update on the foals over the past few days 🐴✨

This lovely group of five special youngsters are settling into domestic life incredibly well, each taking the next steps in their journey at their own pace.

The two orphan fillies (who are still nameless 🙈) continue to amaze us with their resilience. Both are now happily wearing rugs, confidently leading out around the farm on little adventures, and absolutely adore their scratches and attention. Watching these girls learn to trust and embrace their new lives has been incredibly rewarding.

Coyote, our plain bay c**t, continues to make steady progress. Today marked a big milestone as he wore a halter for the very first time. He approached the experience with his usual thoughtful nature and is growing in confidence with every handling session.

Jupiter is a naturally curious filly who is progressing steadily. She can now be comfortably rubbed on all four legs using two sticks and is working on accepting more touch around her head as we prepare for her first haltering sessions.

Wheturoa remains the cuddliest member of the group. She genuinely loves affection and is always first in line for a scratch. Today she took another big step forward, progressing to her first leading session and taking it all in stride.

Every one of these youngsters is developing their own personality and confidence, and it is a privilege to be part of their journey

ORPHAN FOAL UPDATE 🐴🩷Across a couple of gentle handling sessions, both wee girls have made fantastic progress. They have...
06/06/2026

ORPHAN FOAL UPDATE 🐴🩷

Across a couple of gentle handling sessions, both wee girls have made fantastic progress. They have learnt to enjoy scratches all over, are happily wearing their first halters, and have had their first leading sessions, which they both took to like little champions.

They are also starting to tuck into their hard feed, which has milk powder mixed through it to help meet their nutritional needs. On top of that, they are enjoying their milk from a bucket, which is currently watered down as they gradually adjust to their new feeding routine.

For two babies who have had such a tough start, it has been incredibly rewarding to see them settling in, gaining confidence, and beginning to trust people. they seem a little brighter, a little stronger, and a little more cheeky.

We still have a long road ahead, but these girls are proving to be very special little fighters. Thank you to everyone who has supported their journey so far.

https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/two-little-orphan-foals-from-the-kaimanawa-ranges?fbclid=IwZnRzaASPbntleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeV3y9KKRtu1PeSMMfYgwlyqKlpPcAhoXwgKDiEt8FpHHQ8YATvp70XmdU6G8_aem_EuI88bo1-Gq6LYZ_qJwTrw

This week's Kaimanawa Muster has definitely delivered a beautiful bunch of foals. They are already proving to be ever so...
06/06/2026

This week's Kaimanawa Muster has definitely delivered a beautiful bunch of foals. They are already proving to be ever so sweet and, within 24 hours of arriving, are happily out in the paddock with a domestic pony for company.

Alongside the two orphaned foals I introduced yesterday, we also welcomed three more lovely youngsters, estimated to be around 6–8 months of age. They have settled in well so far and are taking everything in their stride.

Tomorrow they will begin their handling journey, and first impressions suggest they are going to be a very sweet and willing group of ponies.

It is always exciting to watch these young Kaimanawas take their first steps into domestic life and begin building trust and confidence with people.

We can't wait to share their progress with you all over the coming weeks.

During this week’s Kaimanawa Horse Muster, two young foals, estimated to be around 8 weeks old, were found without a mar...
05/06/2026

During this week’s Kaimanawa Horse Muster, two young foals, estimated to be around 8 weeks old, were found without a mare to care for them. It appears they may have been orphaned for a week or two before being brought into the yards alongside a band of other horses.

Although they were among mares and foals in the yards, they were being pushed away, standing alone, and unable to access the nutrition they desperately needed.

The veterinarians on site were concerned and advised that without immediate intervention, including foal milk replacement and proper nutritional support, the foals were unlikely to survive much longer.

Kaimanawa Heritage Horses (KHH) immediately stepped in to support these two babies. Thanks to their generosity, we were able to add both foals onto the truck and bring them into care.

These wee babies now have a long road ahead. They require large amounts of care, specialised milk replacement, veterinary monitoring, and ongoing nutritional support before they are old enough to be safely weaned.

Every dollar raised will go directly towards their ongoing care over the coming months, helping give these two orphaned foals the best possible chance at a healthy future.

Once they have made it through this critical period and reached a healthy weight and size for their age, they will be looking for permanent homes of their own.

If you think you could offer a loving home to one of our wee orphans, please feel free to email me at [email protected]

Attached is the link to their givealittle page https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/two-little-orphan-foals-from-the-kaimanawa-ranges?fbclid=IwZnRzaASPbntleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeV3y9KKRtu1PeSMMfYgwlyqKlpPcAhoXwgKDiEt8FpHHQ8YATvp70XmdU6G8_aem_EuI88bo1-Gq6LYZ_qJwTrw

Brightwater Summers Love 14.1-2hh Purebred gypsy cob made DOB 01/12/2011 Sire Mr Beau jangles Dam TP Appleby Registered ...
26/05/2026

Brightwater Summers Love
14.1-2hh
Purebred gypsy cob made
DOB 01/12/2011
Sire Mr Beau jangles
Dam TP Appleby
Registered with NZGCA

Summer is a soft natured mare with a kind temperament. She in general is more of a cruisey type who plods along.

We have found her good to handle in all aspects of floating, worming, trimming feet, washing etc

Summer is a chill happy hacker and we feel this is her ultimate lifestyle she happily goes in front (slowly) or behind, she isn’t phased by birds or rabbits jumping out in front of her. Is good in a group and alone.

Summer has had a couple foals and is a good mum

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Located Cambridge

Day 29 And just like that we are down to our final 8 horses left! Of those everyone except Nemo has now completed all of...
24/05/2026

Day 29

And just like that we are down to our final 8 horses left! Of those everyone except Nemo has now completed all of their initial handling milestones including everything from hoof trims first trips, gelding and dentals.

Today’s highlight was definitely completing comets last milestone of first trip off the property where he loaded and unloaded beautifully. Led calmly and crossed obstacles like a champ. So proud of how far he’s come

Everyone else just came in to have their rugs taken off have a brush and feet picked out before returning to their paddocks

22/05/2026

Let’s help Katie get another Kaimanawa! And rehome one more pony

Day 25 Many of the ponies have now finished all of their initial handling milestones so this will likely be one of the l...
21/05/2026

Day 25

Many of the ponies have now finished all of their initial handling milestones so this will likely be one of the last update posts before the majority head off to their owners on Monday

This group of horses has truly been a delight to teach and I know they will make their owners very happy

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