Twins are rare in horses, as there is only about a 1 in 10,000 chance both foals will survive after birth.
After a rough beginning, Arabian twins Majus and Majician defied the odds to grow up to become beautiful and healthy.
Today, Majician and Majus are strong and healthy chestnut geldings, with nearly identical face markings. They are stunning examples of the Arabian breed, with their beautifully defined heads and sleek bodies.
Read on to discover their incredible story.
A Rocky Start for the Twin Arabian Foals
Known as the BOGO Colts, owner Jennifer Wilson was in for quite a surprise when not one, but two colts were born to her mare. No one had any idea there were two foals, as the sonogram showed only one embryo.
The twin Arabians happened to share the same embryonic sac, which allowed baby number two to stay under the radar from the veterinarian.
Wilson was shocked when her mare gave birth to twins. At first, she thought but foals were dead, but she quickly realized they were in fact alive and breathing.
During the emotional time, Wilson thought the foals would have to be put down, but they proved her wrong.
The first couple of days were relatively normal. Though the colts were tiny with weak joints and pasterns, they were still able to stand and nurse. For Wilson, it felt like a miracle.
However, things quickly took a turn for the worst. At just three days old, the foals began to show signs of digestive issues.
After treating them at home, Wilson was forced to take the foals to an emergency clinic. It was a stressful ride to the facility, as she had to drive the trailer in a torrential downpour with no windshield wipers.
Once at the clinic, tests confirmed that the foals were suffering from a salmonella-like bacteria that they got through their mother’s milk.
Despite receiving top care from specialized professionals, they were given a slim chance of survival.
The twins received emergency fluids and antibiotics. They had to stay at the emergency clinic for a week before they were given clearance to go back home.
Once back at home, Wilson was still uncertain if they would make it.
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Majus and Majician Road to Recovery
It wasn’t until the colts were around six weeks old that Wilson was able to take a deep breath and assure herself that they would be alright. Though the first few weeks were not easy for Majus and Majician, they grew healthy and strong.
Despite their striking physical similarities, Wilson was able to notice subtle differences to tell them apart.
Though they may be nearly identical in appearance, they each have distinct personalities. Majus is confident and bold, whereas Majician is timid and discreet.
Majus is notorious for making trouble and destroying everything he can get his teeth on. Majician, on the other hand, will spook at his own shadow.
Despite their differences, the two Arabians are a team. They have come a long way from their rocky start and are now flourishing.
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Rise to Stardom: The Arabian BOGO Colts
The dynamic duo of Majus and Majician quickly caught the attention of the world through social media. People all over the world were in love with the stunning twins, as their dramatic story of survival touched many people’s hearts.
In addition to their growing popularity on social media, the twins even have their own merchandise, including their very own book. See their book here on Amazon.
At five years old now, the young geldings are healthy and fit. At the barn, Majus goes by Luke and Majician goes by Bo. They have shown in-hand and are currently being trained under saddle.
Wilson would love to see the twins competing side by side in the show ring one day. She thinks that they would make gorgeous western pleasure mounts. They continue to gain more followers, as Wilson shares their training progress on their social media.
Here is a lovely video of the two playing with the farm dog:
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Currently, Wilson has no plans to sell the twins. She continues to work on their training under saddle in hopes they will become show ring stars.
She hopes they continue to grow as awesome ambassadors for the Arabian breed. They have come a long way from their difficult beginning and have a bright future ahead of them.
Be sure to follow Majus and Majician on Facebook and Instagram for more updates on the beautiful geldings! In addition, check out their website for news and merchandise.
Source: https://horseyhooves.com
