Peregrine Falcon
Looking forward to cooler days
Sorry to read this. Hope that you have some lovely times together before she goes.
Now you have decided she will be PTS you don't have to decide 'when' just yet. If she's happy with her buddy and not in too much pain just monitor her and you'll know when it is time.
She got out yesterday and went galloping around two acres, and has been refusing her Danilon for several days. Today she is still fine and very happy. no lameness or swelling. I do not want her to be in pain, but will give her a little longer. I have two donkeys arriving very soon as company for my small donkey. At any sign of pain, then the time has come.
I agree that the op is making the best decision in the circumstance and I definatly feel for her.So sorry to read this, I absolutely agree that six months box rest for a four year old equine is too much, imo even for a guaranteed good outcome, never mind for a life inpain. I think you are making the best decision for her, even though it is a horrid one for you.
She got out yesterday and went galloping around two acres, and has been refusing her Danilon for several days. Today she is still fine and very happy. no lameness or swelling. I do not want her to be in pain, but will give her a little longer. I have two donkeys arriving very soon as company for my small donkey. At any sign of pain, then the time has come.
Thank you. She is happy right now. I know that this particular youngster would no tolerate box rest, unless very heavily sedated, which obviously is not an option for six months. My husband is going with me to speak to the vet on Wednesday, so he can hear and see. My decision is to PTS as soon as she starts suffering or appears to be getting unhappy. I will ask for the vets advice on whether it is OK to leave her for a while. I know it is my decision, as the vet does not know her.