Hand hold needed

[Trouper]

It's such hell going through it but all will be well in the end - for both of you. Stay strong for him and then look after yourself - we're all thinking of you.

 

[Baywonder]

I will be thinking of you tomorrow.

It is an awful thing to have to go through, but you must do what is right for you. There is no written rule to follow, so please don't feel forced into doing something you don't feel comfortable with.

I was with my old boy when he was PTS, and I held him when he went down. I spent a little while with him afterwards, but then a friend gently ushered me away when it came to burying him. She told me it was not a nice thing to watch, and to be honest I have always been glad I walked away at that point.

That was the right thing for me to do. Please do what is right for you too. <<Virtual Hugs>>

 

[CanteringCarrot]

You're 100% doing the right thing.

Even if you're not the one physically holding him at the very end, you're still there for him until the very end by doing right by him.

Horses don't know that they're 7 years old, they don't know that they could've lived a different life, or go by "what ifs" we often guilt oursevles far more than we ever need to.

My thoughts are with you tomorrow. It really is the right and best thing to do.

 

[View]

You’ve made the decision to ensure he doesn’t suffer.

There is no shame in asking someone else to be there at the end - you are ensuring that his last moments are not distressed by your distress.

I couldn’t hold my boy, but I’ve held plenty for others - so no one will think any the less of you.

Another one holding your hand and wishing you peace when he’a at peace.

 

[southerncomfort]

Big hand hold and hug from me.

It'll hurt horribly but their will be relief too that you did the right thing and that he'll never have to suffer.
Xx

 

[Bearsmum]

Very brave of you; putting him first

 

[BallyRoanBaubles]

Big hug and a hand hold, will be thinking of you tomorrow xx

 

[misst]

Thinking of you xxxxxx

 

[Pearlsasinger]

I shall be thinking of you tomorrow. It is always a horrible decision to have to make - they really should be immortal, or at least as long lived as tortoises! It does feel worse having to make the decision when they are young but imho, it doesn't make much difference on the day whether they are young or old, it's still a huge loss. I can be very business-like until afterwards but if you can't, it might well be better for the horse if someone else holds him, or he could pick up on your distress and be aware that 'something' is happening, which you don't want for him to do. Whatever you decide will be the right thing for you both.

 

[Gingerwitch]

So sorry to hear this. Whatever way they go it's wrong, if you plan it you wish it was a decision you had to make their and then and if it's a decision you have to make their and then you wished you could plan it.

But as a kind and insightful owner you know in your heart thus is a very tough but right decision to make. Some times you can't face it some times you can. Either way you cared enough to do the right thing so don't put pressure on yourself if you do t want to be with him then don't. I have been with all of mine over the years bar one when I was 12, it never gets any easier and you feel hollow inside. I always send the vet's a card to say thank you as this must be such a hard part of the job, not as bad as not being able to treat an animal cause the owners wont pay, but it's not one I could do.

Hugs and hope the sun shines and it all passes peacefully.

Hugs x x

 

[splashgirl45]

hope all goes ok tomorrow, xx

 

[blood_magik]

Been awake since 3.30am ?

at least it’s a nice day so he can stay out until it’s time

 

[Emilieu]

The waiting is dreadful. I hope all goes as smoothly as possible. Thinking of you, and him today and glad the sun is shining xx

 

[ILuvCowparsely]

Thinking of you, the last night is horrid and waiting time too. Doesn't matte if you can be there or not, do what is right for you. I was hugging mine as she dropped.

That is a lovely thing scatter his ashes. stay strong.

 

[Rumtytum]

Holding your hand and giving you a big virtual hug

 

[ycbm]

Thinking of you this morning doing the only kind thing possible.
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[Keira 8888]

Thinking about you. Putting your horse first is the most loving incredible thing you can do. I’m sure he will be smiling down on you from that giant pasture in the sky with gratitude and love. Sending you love and hugs x

 

[Berpisc]

Massive hand hold, stay strong and know you have put your horse's interests first.

 

[fiwen30]

Giving a tight squeezey hand hold today, will be thinking of you both xxx

 

[Spotherisk]

It’s an awful thing to have to do, but the right choice. I’ll be right behind you with everyone else on here, an invisible but strong crowd of people standing so close and supporting you.

 

[Dyllymoo]

Thinking of you doing such a kind and selfless thing x

 

[SashaBabe]

Thinking of you today and sending a huge virtual hug x

 

[Errin Paddywack]

Thinking of you today, stay strong, it will soon be over.

 

[blood_magik]

Thanks everyone. Off to find something to distract myself with

 

[Keira 8888]

Thanks everyone. Off to find something to distract myself with

What time is the vet coming? X

 

[Jeni the dragon]

Thinking of you today. Huge, huge hugs.

 

[Spottyappy]

Thinking of you.
Never easy, but totally the right decision as a caring, responsible owner.

 

[Baywonder]

Massive virtual hugs are winging their way to you. X

 

[Cragrat]

I'm thinking of you today - Hope it goes well it perhaps not the right thing to say, but you KNOW you are doing the right thing. Take care of yourself afterwards x

 

[View]

Hand hold and hugs from me for you today