The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears. ~~ Arabian proverb
So Who Is The "Painting Pony"?
The Painting Pony is a pony named Buddy. Buddy paints beautiful paintings using his mouth. He was diagnosed with Equine Cushings Disease in August of 2007. Since then, a percentage of the profits he makes from the sales of his paintings and gift items is donated to research for Equine Cushings Disease at The University of Tennessee.More Information On Buddy
Buddy's FAQ
Own Buddy's Paintings
Paintings for Horse Lovers by a Horse named Buddy
Just In Time For Valentine's Day
P.S. I Love You!
What Is Equine Cushing's Disease?
Equine Cushing's Disease Information From The UC Davis Center For Equine Health
Cushing's disease is an endocrine disorder of humans, dogs and horses. Equine Cushing's disease is caused by hyperactivity of the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland produces and secretes multiple hormones.In horses, the brain may produce less dopamine (a neurotransmitter that acts as a control mechanism for a part of the pituitary gland). When the pituitary gland grows out of control, it secretes excessive hormones (MSH, beta-endorphin and ACTH) that appear to dramatically affect the immune system.
Though Cushing's disease is most common in older horses, especially ponies, all breeds and all ages can be affected. Cushing's horses are more susceptible to numerous infections including sole abscesses, tooth root abscesses and pneumonia. By administering a drug, pergolide mesylate, which behaves like dopamine in the horse's system, veterinarians can regain control of pituitary function and, potentially, restore the immune system's function back to what appears to be the normal state.
The following two stories of Cushing's horses treated with pergolide mesylate demonstrate the successful outcome possible with this treatment.
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What Do You Mean, Too Much Time With My Horse?
There's No Such Thing As Too Much Time With My Horse
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Arabian Horse Lover Gifts
The Painting Pony Guest Book
Thanks for visiting The Painting Pony Store. I hope you enjoyed these items as much as I do. Please, leave a note with your thoughts or questions, or just to say hello.
d-artist wrote...
I recognize Buddy from a project I was involeved in last year...great lens..5*
Wysiwigs wrote...
Wonderful lens! 5 stars (painting is totally on my list! :o)
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