Blue Love: The Story of Blue Blue Sea

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Jrlews46 — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 16:35:50 GMT

Just read Blue passed away this weekend. RIP Blue, my sympathy to Miranda Prather on her loss!

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LINDA MARIE — Tue, 31 May 2011 02:29:59 GMT

THANK YOU FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL STORY ABOUT BLUE BLUE SEA....AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING HIM ON FACEBOOK! I FOUND HIM THERE JUST RECENTLY AND HIS PAGE IS A CALM OASIS AND ATTRACTS A LOT OF VERY NICE PEOPLE!

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Aaron Lazar — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:36:01 GMT

What a stirring tale. I could just picture Blue doing his tricks with his faithful owner. An absolute delight. Thank you for publishing this!

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allie conrad — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 18:14:37 GMT

Miranda is the greatest, and I'm so happy to know she is out there supporting not only Blue, but all other OTTB rehoming groups who help others just like him!

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Pam Lund — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 01:26:11 GMT

So glad I read this! My mini stallion Hot Wheels has been diagnosed with malabsorbtion and was going downhill. We were ready to start steroids when I saw that alfalfa works. He'd always been on alfalfa cubes but all of a sudden he wouldn't eat them after a tooth issue. That's when he started downwards. Anyway, I put him on alfalfa pellets and he started to gain like mad. My vet couldn't believe it. We decided that his problem dated to colic surgery as a foal (before I got him) and was masked as I feed alfalfa cubes to my minis. Now he's back to his energetic, ornery self! Thanks.

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magoobear — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 03:30:13 GMT

I got a horse that I thought was a quarter horse TB cross. Come to find out after having him about a year that he's a pure blood OTTB!! To me the first time beginner rider I found this to be amazing that I didn't know one bit til my new trainer looked for his lip tattoo. Mylo is truely my love... he's a wonderful calm boy that puts up with my beginner rider antics patiently. He took this past winter off and wow this boy has some energy I've never seen in him before. I'm proud to have an OTTB even if it was by accident

My point is TBs are wonderful thank you for taking in blue blue sea! Never give up on your boy. He's a lucky horse to have you. I will never have another breed!

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Blue Blue Sea — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:45:52 GMT

@ Oldie, the big reasons that I got from boarding facilities locally were that:

1) steroids - most wanted them out of the system before having the horse come

2) fear of destructive bad habits - cribbing/wood chewing

3) no training - many were afraid the horse would go through the fence or be a danger to handle for caretakers on the farm. some of this was also just the usual thought that TBs are psyco.

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Oldie — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:40:33 GMT

Esther, thank you for bringing us this story, and Miranda, thank you for persevering with Blue; he and the equine world are better for it. I wondered whether you might share some reasons boarding facilities are reluctant to accept OTTBs. Thanks!

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Southern Chris — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:28:49 GMT

What a great way to start the weekend. This story just made me happy. Miranda sounds like a woman with a beautiful spirit and Blue sounds like an absolute character. The blue bucket thing is very strange in a good way.

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Clare — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 15:20:21 GMT

Only a person who is truly dedicated to the care, protection, and love of the horse knows that you must always plan ahead for all contingencies as soon as your "Blue Blue Sea" comes into your life. Mirand is one of those true horse people. With eyes wide open (but knowing the potential costs) and the determination to constantly learn and work with some very good vets, she has given Blue the best chance she can for the best. Those of us who have these wonderful creatures in our lives own a piece of our hearts, no matter how long they are here, and if we have prepared ourselves appropriately - it will still heart deeply but the preparation will help with the physical tasks that have to be done. Miranda, you are an inspiration to those of us who have horses that are both healthy and speical needs who look to the future and prepare for all of the possibilities to care for our friends. Thanks for sharing your story and good luck to you and Blue Blue Sea.

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Freetex — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:28:19 GMT

Much of your story reminds me of what my daughter has been through with her horse who has EPM. They have persevered together through a very tough past year.

Good luck and health to Blue and Miranda.

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Paula Higgins — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 19:10:27 GMT

Miranda, you are a gem. He looks like a sweetheart and he is one lucky horse to have such a dedicated owner. Sometimes I believe things are meant to be.

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Karen in Texas — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 16:55:44 GMT

What a sweet story! Blue is a handsome guy, especially considering his medical history. (I love the unusual white marking pattern on his face!) I have cared for many special needs animals myself, and understand the mindset and bonding required. Good wishes for the future!

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Z Fan — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 05:09:18 GMT

Thank you so much for your wonderful descriptions of Blue. I loved your thought "a" horse or "that" horse. so true.

thanks, Cindi

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Blue Blue Sea — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 18:48:19 GMT

Vet-to-Be, I think *good* vets are superheroes! You might not be able to save every horse no matter what, but I have seen true dedication, compassion from some of the vets I've had the pleasure of working with. Good luck to you!

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Vet-to-Be — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:55:37 GMT

What a great story - I myself have owned off-the-track Thoroughbreds, and they are the best...they have so much to offer.

@ Blue Blue Sea's owner - thank you for sharing your heart with us. Your statement about "do you want a horse, or this horse", is a powerful dose of reality for many people. Currently I am in vet school, going into equine medicine, and many times we have to deal with life and death situations. I've often heard clients asked that very question - and it is wonderful to see you have such a realistic view. We're not superheroes, but we can sure try with owners like you.

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quarterhossgal — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 01:16:57 GMT

Miranda you are what I call a "Horse Lover" not just a horse owner. Blue is one lucky gelding. I know there are challenges that come when your horse has a chronic condition. My mare developed hives and my vet tried several different things before he put her on dex, sadly because of the dex , she has laminitis. Now we no longer have hives to deal with but a more serious condition chronic laminitis. I,too, learned many differnt methods of treating her condition, some work for awhile and then we go to Plan B. She is a delightful bay pleasure mare when a sweet temperment. As long as she is enjoying her life I am willing to do whatever it takes to keep her going.

Hope Blue has a wonderful long life with you!

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sandieh — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:45:37 GMT

What an inspiring and heartwarming story! Sounds like both both Blue and Miranda are very lucky.

Mike Relva is right, we need more individuals who place the welfare of the horse first.

Don D-it was meant that Miranda was the one to acquire "this" horse. The fellow with a big heart!

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Seabiscuit — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:29:38 GMT

Thank you for sharing this heartwarming as well as informative story about Blue Blue Sea. What a handsome and lucky boy! It is not often that you see such devoted owners but I know Blue will repay you every day with his love and antics:) Wishing you both the best!

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Blue Blue Sea — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:49:48 GMT

Hello, MR D. What a nice surprise to see this comment from you here! I've never forgotten the kindness that you showed to Blue by first listing him and then being a patient person when showing him to me and the other person looking at him that day. We need more owners like yourself who care about what happens at the end of the road for them. Thank you for being one of those owners.

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Don D — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:24:40 GMT

Wow!! What a suprise to read about Blue Blue Sea and you, Miranda. I was the owner whom Miranda aquired BBS from. I still remember how happy she was to get him. I did have others interested and am so glad she ended up with him. If it were any other owner, this story would likely have had a different ending. I still have 2 of his winning photos that hang proudly on my wall. I can't tell you how happy it makes me knowing that after giving his all racing for me and others, he has someone like you to care for him and appreciate his tremendous heart.

I believe retired races horses deserve a worthy retirement. They try with everything they have on the racetrack.

If you have a good home or know of someone willing to give a good home to a retired racehorse please do. They are special!

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AnneatETC — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:05:49 GMT

A horse or This horse - What a difference one word makes. Great Story!!

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Blue Blue Sea — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:05:00 GMT

@Denise, good to see you on here! How is your horse with similar issues doing?

I still thank you for being the first to tell Blue's story and get it out there!

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Blue Blue Sea — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:59:23 GMT

Thank you all for the wonderful comments! I wish everyone could meet Blue because he is a good ambassador for the breed.

@Brite_Star: Blue's feed:

he gets hay pellets each day instead of hay

Triple Crown Low Starch with:

ground flax

flax oil

Vit E

Mineral supplement by Purina

Canola Oil

Whey (yes like the bodybuilders use - I'm on every musclehead mailing list around since I buy it in bulk) :)

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Ross Peddicord, Ex Dir. Md. Horse Industry Board — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:57:52 GMT

Miranda & Blue's story just reminded me once more why I just took this job at the Md. Horse Industry Board.Maryland's horse racing industry is going through a particularly challenging time. But it is because of the passion and resilience people in this state have for horses that we have to do everything in our power to make sure our industry thrives here.I see Miranda's story as a metaphor for what can be done if we face problems head on, are persistent in finding solutions and have faith in the magic of and love for horses.