Having a horse PTS

Yes I think that is what went wrong. I did think of complaining to vets, but after posting on here about it last year, was told that it is not uncommon.
I still think the vet handled it very badly and still try not to think of it as it still really upsets me. my only consulation is that I as with her to the end and talking to her and can only hope she didnt know what was happening.I am still thinking of changing vets as i am so upset at what happened.
I also had a very large bill.
 
I've seen a lot of horses euthanised by all the different methods, and would definitely say the injection is the best for horse and owner.
You need to talk it over with your vet before the due day, and ask that he gives a dose of sedative first, that way the horse is standing but not really aware of what's going on. He then injects a drug that stops his heart into the same port and it's likely he will suddenly crumple to the floor. You can get the odd sigh and muscle twitch, even a groan occasionally, but believe me, they tend to just drop quietly down and that's it.
The other methods especially in winter can be more traumatic for you. If it's below zero any blood remains frozen for ages, a constant reminder, and the gun can sometimes take two attempts, which is awful to watch.
You also need to book the cremation people beforehand.
We have an old horse being pts this week, he is in good health but his owner has given him 6 years of retirement and he's chilled out and become a sweet natured chap who when he arrived was an evil bastard. It is however time for her next horse to retire and he must be mid twenties at least now, so she is giving another horse the same chance to be happy.
I fully support her decision, the majority of people would have never have allowed him that chance, and she could have bought two new horses for the cost over those years.
You will no doubt get others who recommend the hunt or local knacker, but the process using the injection is so less stressful for all concerned so I would go with that.
We will no doubt shed a few tears when this oldie goes this week, but few people can afford unlimited livery for a horse that they see perhaps every few years, and I will try and think of how happy he has been here, probably the best years of his whole life I think.
I feel it's a brave owner who makes the decision, so just ensure the way you choose is the best, and book the vet.
Sorry edited just saw you plan on burial, I agree, do it at home, he's a pet after all..(then they can't say anything other than keep well away from any water courses)
 
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