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I have just paid my final Rufty bill. Euthanasia. After nearly 70 years of owning horses and 15'years with Rufty I now have no horse. It feels very strange. Rufty was 32 so I have no real regrets only fond memories. He was very thin, had Cushings and arthritis He had a happy summer but I do not think he would have survived the winter .
His end was very peaceful surrounded by several people who loved him. Many tears but it was time
 
So sorry, but he had a good life with you.
Not the same really, but I need to make the call with my dog , nearly 16 and deaf, half blind, and back legs keep collapsing. He was bought for me by my husband, who died few weeks after I got sammy
I understand how upset you are. Be strong. Remember the happy memories
 
I am so sorry for your loss 💔, I am also horseless now after my lovely old mare was PTS just over a year ago. I am also old and now incapacitated and although I still miss having a horse around very much, I still have two of my donkeys and I do find they are a great comfort and keep me sort of still in the equine owner bracket.

Perhaps if you are still fit enough you could consider another one at a later date? I know I would in a heartbeat if I was able for it.
 
Ruftys mum said:
I have just paid my final Rufty bill. Euthanasia. After nearly 70 years of owning horses and 15'years with Rufty I now have no horse. It feels very strange. Rufty was 32 so I have no real regrets only fond memories. He was very thin, had Cushings and arthritis He had a happy summer but I do not think he would have survived the winter .
His end was very peaceful surrounded by several people who loved him. Many tears but it was time
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So very sorry to hear about Rufty but it sounds like he had a wonderful home with you.
 
Rufty must have had the best of care to make such a good age. It's hard when the last horse goes but life does go on and is even enjoyable without horses (eventually). You must miss him terribly though x
 
RIP Rufty. What a grand life he had to be cared for to a mighty old age by someone who loved him so dearly.

Hugs OP xx
 
I am sorry for both the loss of your horse and your deciding that you havent the time and energy to start over with another.
But let me tell you that I have had 24 years of riding and sharing horses that belong to other people or a RS.
I havent ridden since March but am hoping to get back in the saddle tomorrow.
As @Mrs. Jingle says, riding is a wonderful tonic, lifting one's spirits through the dark winter time and if one can arrange to ride without the hard work of care, it is something one can continue into old age.
 
So sad for you. They are so central to our lives aren’t they? I thought I’d had my last when I had to have my beautiful homebred boy pts but along came a little Fell pony to keep me going. We do a bit of driving and I keep him at home so jobs are easy enough. I adore him, such a character. He is nearly 20 and I am in my seventies so realistically this is probably it. Go easy on yourself x
 
So sorry for your loss. My older friend who had some meaningful horse related injuries volunteers for her local RDA - it gives her a horsey fix without massive time or money commitment.

If there are local people you know I don't know many who would turn down the offer of a groom and a cuddle when you feel up to it.

Horses are such a massive part of our lives, it makes the hole left from their loss so much more tangible. I wouldn't rush to fill that hole, but there are options even if you never buy your own again.
 
I do feel for you.After having horses for what seems a lifetime I am horseless,last mare pts two years ago. The yard I have been at since 1980 has been sold owner finding it hard to maintain to her standards. I've had wonderful memories and made good friends but wear and tear on the body made me decide to stay with memories.
 
Well I’m ugly crying reading this … I’m so sorry for your loss. You don’t ever forget them ! We lost our beloved horse last September we made the kind decision like you not to put a lame older horse through another winter of mud so we picked a day fed him all the naughty treats he couldn’t have usually and give him the best ending we could ! Lots of hugs your way 💜
 
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