Dangerous / aggressive horse - advice needed?!

[SEL]

Thank you so much, that is really helpful. I will definitely go down the injection route, its just my personal preference. Will the vet explain the options for cremation etc? I find it all so confusing!
thank you so much x x

I've sadly had two put down this year. When I spoke to the vet practice on the phone they asked if I'd like them to organise collection by the crematorium and I said yes.

One of them was very, very special to us and we had him cremated individually because I wanted his ashes back - but that's really expensive

Both vets were brilliant at handling me on the day as well as the horses. It's a horrible time so if you've got someone who can be with you then I'd recommend it. **Hugs**

 

[happyhorse978]

I've sadly had two put down this year. When I spoke to the vet practice on the phone they asked if I'd like them to organise collection by the crematorium and I said yes.

One of them was very, very special to us and we had him cremated individually because I wanted his ashes back - but that's really expensive

Both vets were brilliant at handling me on the day as well as the horses. It's a horrible time so if you've got someone who can be with you then I'd recommend it. **Hugs**

Thank you so much xx I am so sorry for your loss xx

 

[babymare]

I am so sorry. I think everyone on here was hoping with all hope for a better prognosis. Please remember you have battled a long journey and left no stone unturned to find what was causing his issues. I have said it before but will say it again. He is a lucky lad to have you by his side fighting for him. Hugs and hugs

 

[Nasicus]

A horrible decision to have to make, but definitely the right and the bravest choice. You're a wonderful owner and have gone far beyond what many other people would have to discover the cause of his issues. Rest assured he will no longer be suffering and that is the kindest thing we can do for them.

 

[happyhorse978]

I am so sorry. I think everyone on here was hoping with all hope for a better prognosis. Please remember you have battled a long journey and left no stone unturned to find what was causing his issues. I have said it before but will say it again. He is a lucky lad to have you by his side fighting for him. Hugs and hugs

Thank you so very much, you are very kind xx

 

[happyhorse978]

A horrible decision to have to make, but definitely the right and the bravest choice. You're a wonderful owner and have gone far beyond what many other people would have to discover the cause of his issues. Rest assured he will no longer be suffering and that is the kindest thing we can do for them.

Thank you so so much you are so kind xx

 

[ycbm]

I am so sorry about the news, but also relieved for you that you have a diagnosis that makes the way forward clear, and that you have the capability now to end your poor boy's pain, always understanding how very hard that will be for you.
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[happyhorse978]

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I am so sorry about the news, but also relieved for you that you have a diagnosis that makes the way forward clear, and that you have the capability now to end your poor boy's pain, always understanding how very hard that will be for you.
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Thank you so so much xx

 

[Mrs. Jingle]

I really am so sorry. What a lucky horse though to have found his final time with such a caring owner. Although it is heartbreaking for you, you know you are doing the right thing for him to go peacefully with you there beside him, ensuring his suffering doesn't carry on for any longer than it has too, his outlook could have been far worse with a different owner. ?x

 

[happyhorse978]

I really am so sorry. What a lucky horse though to have found his final time with such a caring owner. Although it is heartbreaking for you, you know you are doing the right thing for him to go peacefully with you there beside him, ensuring his suffering doesn't carry on for any longer than it has too, his outlook could have been far worse with a different owner. ?x

Thank you so much, I really appreicate it x x

 

[pinkfluffy]

I'm so so sorry to read this update and I'm sorry there wasn't better news for you. Sending hugs. xx

 

[happyhorse978]

I'm so so sorry to read this update and I'm sorry there wasn't better news for you. Sending hugs. xx

thank you so much xx

 

[Dave's Mam]

So sorry to read this update. You have done everything you can. Thinking of you.

 

[nagblagger]

Sorry to read this update and for the hardest decision you will have to make in horse ownership, but it proves what a great owner you are.
Just think of him free from pain being able to gallop over the rainbow bridge.

(If he is insured, although it sounds 'cold', please keep them included in the decision making)

 

[Barton Bounty]

Thank you so much. I am still struggling to get my head around it but I've got to now. He must be in agony. When he walks he doesnt do the normal 'head bob' or swinging walk, he just holds his head and neck stiff

The vet said if those findings came up on a middle aged or 20 year old horses x-rays she wouldnt be overly concerned, as it can be slightly more expected, but he is only 7 so that is the concerning factor and its only going to get worse. She thinks its probably an old racing injury/fall. There are no falls on his record but he could have had one whilst training at home.

My poor boy xxx

This is very sad news indeed, im so sorry your having to do this, your giving him the best care and kindest ending you can. Thinking of you.

 

[happyhorse978]

So sorry to read this update. You have done everything you can. Thinking of you.

Thank you so much xx

 

[happyhorse978]

Sorry to read this update and for the hardest decision you will have to make in horse ownership, but it proves what a great owner you are.
Just think of him free from pain being able to gallop over the rainbow bridge.

(If he is insured, although it sounds 'cold', please keep them included in the decision making)

Thank you so much, and thank you for the advice xx

 

[happyhorse978]

This is very sad news indeed, im so sorry your having to do this, your giving him the best care and kindest ending you can. Thinking of you.

Thank you SO much xxx

 

[Billyandme]

So sorry to read this. However you have been an amazing owner who has shown true kindness and caring for your horse. Be kind to yourself xxxx

 

[Fransurrey]

Sorry to hear you're facing this. If pts is the way forward, you could also consider donation to a vet school. My pony was used to teach PM technique at Surrey and you have Bristol and now Harper Adams as options. Your vet will probably have contacts for them. When I did it, H was pts by injection and he was taken straight to the vet school from there. I didn't get any ashes back but I know there is a remembrance garden for owners who have donated pets. Big hugs and thoughts are with you. x

 

[Barton Bounty]

Mine was also donated to weipers. It actually gave me some comfort to know that he was going to be helpful ?and not in the food chain

 

[happyhorse978]

So sorry to read this. However you have been an amazing owner who has shown true kindness and caring for your horse. Be kind to yourself xxxx

Thankyou sooo much xx x

 

[rabatsa]

My advice is to arrange the collection to be at the same time as the vet pts. There is nothing worse than having the body lying around for hours.

Also walk away and do not watch the winching up, it is not the best last memory.

 

[Merrymoles]

I am so sorry to read your update but, as everyone here agrees (which is a rarity), you have done all you can for him.

It will be a very hard day for you but I hope that in time, you will be able to consider giving another horse the chance to experience having an amazing owner like you. xx

 

[happyhorse978]

My advice is to arrange the collection to be at the same time as the vet pts. There is nothing worse than having the body lying around for hours.

Also walk away and do not watch the winching up, it is not the best last memory.

Thank you for the advice it is much appreicated as ive never gone through this before xx

 

[happyhorse978]

I am so sorry to read your update but, as everyone here agrees (which is a rarity), you have done all you can for him.

It will be a very hard day for you but I hope that in time, you will be able to consider giving another horse the chance to experience having an amazing owner like you. xx

Thank you SO much that is so lovely xxx

 

[motherof2beasts!]

How are you doing xxx

 

[happyhorse978]

How are you doing xxx

Thankyou so so much for asking. I was only thinking this morning I should put an update on here at some point for all of you kind people.

after my vet reassessing the X-rays , there are actually two different areas of arthritis and bony remodelling on the articulate facet joints in his neck (C4-C5 and C5-C6) there is also arthritis in his back, and a lameness that doesn’t really improve on bute and of course the aggression which makes total sense as he must be in so much pain , even on a high dose of Danilon. My vet also thinks he definitely has Atleast grade 1 neurological symptoms but hard to tell if it’s more due to the lameness.

we have decided the best and kindest thing for him is to have him peacefully put to sleep so he is no longer in pain, as we just can’t keep him comfortable. I am totally totally heartbroken but I do know it is for the best for him. So my boy will cross rainbow bridge next Thursday 1st Dec ?
Not sure how I will cope without him but I’ve got to do this for him, I’ve got no choice.
Thankyou all for your kind words and support over these past weeks. I really appreciate everyone of you commenting with advice , it really has helped me. Thankyou so so much again xxx

 

[SpotsandBays]

Thankyou so so much for asking. I was only thinking this morning I should put an update on here at some point for all of you kind people.

after my vet reassessing the X-rays , there are actually two different areas of arthritis and bony remodelling on the articulate facet joints in his neck (C4-C5 and C5-C6) there is also arthritis in his back, and a lameness that doesn’t really improve on bute and of course the aggression which makes total sense as he must be in so much pain , even on a high dose of Danilon. My vet also thinks he definitely has Atleast grade 1 neurological symptoms but hard to tell if it’s more due to the lameness.

we have decided the best and kindest thing for him is to have him peacefully put to sleep so he is no longer in pain, as we just can’t keep him comfortable. I am totally totally heartbroken but I do know it is for the best for him. So my boy will cross rainbow bridge next Thursday 1st Dec ?
Not sure how I will cope without him but I’ve got to do this for him, I’ve got no choice.
Thankyou all for your kind words and support over these past weeks. I really appreciate everyone of you commenting with advice , it really has helped me. Thankyou so so much again xxx

Sending lots of love your way. You’re doing the right thing. He will thank you for it

 

[ester]

It's still hard and daunting, even when you know it's the right path. x