Final Ronnie update

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BeckyD

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Just a quickie to say thank you all for all your support over the last few years. Unfortunately the scan of Ronnie's ligaments yesterday didn't go very well.

He had neurectomy and fasciotomy of both hind limbs in May 2009. There were quite a few complications after surgery and we almost lost him once or twice. He came sound(ish) eventually but went lame again last week. He has quite a few other issues (SI, near fore SDFT problem, undiagnosed right fore lameness, unsolveable back pain plus sarcoids, bless him).

Yesterday the vet was considering injecting the ligaments with steroids, which could give us a 15% chance of soundness for between 4-6 months. We'd then be back to where we are now. The ligaments have deteriorated significantly since the last scan in Sept last year and look dreadful - holey and very very swollen. The attachments to bone look very bad.

My vet has recommended that we call it a day. There is a real risk that the ligaments will rupture if Ron goes galloping about the field, which he does constantly.

I'm going to follow the vet's advice. You all know how much I love this horse, but I can't bear to see him in pain and I don't want his end to be an emergency because a ligament has ruptured. He's only just 7, pure TB, and has to have sole turnout (very riggy/aggressive with other horses).

He will be leaving us next week.
 
So sorry I was wondering how you were doing. Heartbreaking I know. We lost Jesper (Marchtimes boy) 4 weeks ago on Friday after trying for years too.
As our vet said it is always the good ones that go early:( ((hugs)) x
 
I'm sorry to hear about your Ronnie. I know it's heart breaking, but please try to console your self with the thoughts that you've done everything and given him every chance that you could.

and, as you say, it's so hard to see them in pain, but it does help to reassure you that the decision is the right one. (((hugs)))
 
misst said:
So sorry I was wondering how you were doing. Heartbreaking I know. We lost Jesper (Marchtimes boy) 4 weeks ago on Friday after trying for years too.
As our vet said it is always the good ones that go early:( ((hugs)) x
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Oh I'm so sorry to hear that, am heart-broken for you having heard so much about him. These poor horses just don't deserve what has happened to them do they? Thinking of you as well xx
 
Thanks Becky. No they really do not deserve it. Marchtime is not on here at the moment - she is just too upset - but I told her and she was also very sorry for you.
I console myself that he went with love, with people he knew and the vet he liked, in his own field with his friends nearby. Something not every horse can have. Ronnie will have the same love as he has always had from you and whilst you will miss him more than words can say this will help in time x
Stay strong and (((vibes))) to you for strength and to Ronnie for a peaceful passing when the time comes x
 
I'm so sorry to hear about Ron Becky. But I do think that you have the right frame of mind and that you will be giving him a dignified exit. Although I'm pretty sure it doesn't make it any easier. Thinking of you and Ron x
 
Really sorry to hear your news. You have tried so hard and i have followed many of your threads.

I think the decision you have made is the right one.
Thinking of you,
Dxx
 
I'm so sorry *hugs*
I do know how it feels to try so hard and yet end up back at square one.
He's a very lucky boy to have such a loving caring mum who in the end has made the hardest, yet kindest decision.
 
I'm so sorry to read this - I've followed all your efforts with him and am sure that you have given him every chance and all the love he could have hoped for. My thoughts are with you. xxx
 
Oh I am so sorry to read this news. I have followed your posts from the beginning. You have given him all you could to get him right. He has been very lucky to have you as a very caring owner. Hugs to you. xx
 
I wish I had the energy to thank you all personally for your very kind words and thoughts. He is a very special horse and if I live to a 100 years old I will never find one with so much character. And he is of course beautiful :D. He's a very happy horse at the moment as everyone has treats for him, and he thinks all his christmasses have come at once - likits, carrots, treats and so much fuss and attention. I'm desperately not thinking about what happens after next Friday.

Thank you all again, and it helps so much to have your support and kindness.

XX
 
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