I lost my Spud.

[FinnishLapphund]

I'm so sorry for your loss, it feels as if life is really unfair sometimes.

{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}

 

[spotty_pony]

The last two weeks have been absolute hell. Spud got his hocks injected and vet commented that he was moving so much better lately (thanks to science supplements) and the hocks were going great, he was full of beans and i thought wow we are going to have a really nice summer. A few days later he became very lame, abscess lame. Vet out and delivered the devastating news that he had wrecked his suspensory ligament. At his age and with the issues he already has in the area (a bone fragment from an old injury) the prognosis was very poor but we would only know after at least 3-6months total box rest. I couldn't do that to my boy..i could not have him in a stable for 6 months just to retire, knowing he would become very stiff and need more injections just to stay comfortable to stand in a box. So i said goodbye.

Ive lost horses before, its always hard. But this one has hit me like a tonne of bricks. Im grieving for the loss of my way of life, my confidence and my friends because the prices at the moment prevent me from even looking at any horses. Im really struggling.

Goodbye spud, you were quite simply the best. I know we will meet again my love.

So sorry to hear this. It sounds like you made the decision for all of the right readons and I am sure Spud would thank you for making that final decision. I lost one of my boys in February and miss him terribly, again he wasn't an old horse but Navicular got the better of him. My inbox is always open if you fancy a chat.

 

[MrsMozartleto]

I am so very sorry.

Even when it's absolutely the right thing to do it still hurts like hell. Hugs to you.

Until the Bridge.

 

[twofatladies88]

So sorry to hear about Spud - they leave such huge holes in our hearts xxx

 

[Sam_J]

So very sorry for your loss. I firmly believe that a peaceful end is the last gift we can give to them, but oh it's so hard. Be kind to yourself.

 

[ester]

So sorry equi. x they can leave such a massive hole, if I were a horsey friend I'd still want you involved in stuff if you wanted to be though, when you were ready.

 

[Jeni the dragon]

I'm so, so sorry. The toughest decision for you.
Please take care.

 

[Diallady]

I can relate to that moment. It's never easy. Having a current geriatric group I have been down that road many times. And it doesn't even matter the age - it always hurts. But if you are a believer know that you will see Spud again!

 

[Nicnac]

I am so so sorry to read this. Run free Spud - Equi has given you your wings

 

[Emilieu]

What a brave kind thing you did, knowing it was more than just him you would be saying goodbye to. I admire you very much and am so very sorry for your pain and loss.

 

[Highflinger]

I am so sorry. Thinking of you. You were brave to let him go.

 

[Baroque]

I'm so sorry to hear your news . Warm hugs.

 

[Gift Horse]

I’m so sorry for your loss

 

[Chappie]

So very sorry for your loss x x

 

[COldNag]

I am so sorry Equi.
RIP Spud xx

 

[rextherobber]

So very sorry for your loss

 

[Bernster]

Very sorry x

 

[Lucky Snowball]

So sorry.

 

[AShetlandBitMeOnce]

I’m so sorry to hear this but you undoubtedly did the right thing. Make sure you look after yourself.

I am in an almost identical situation to you, so if you want someone to chat to at any point, or reminisce or rant at then my inbox is always open.

 

[Spotherisk]

So sorry for your pain Equi. Big hugs.

 

[The Jokers Girl]

I'm so sorry x

 

[Xmasha]

So sorry, but as others have said you did the kindest thing for him . Take care x

 

[Shady]

Oh Equi love, i'm so sorry for your loss. You did the right thing, tho I know it doesn't hurt any less. RIP beautiful Spud. xxx

 

[MidChristmasCrisis]

Truly sorry to hear your sad news...sending a hug.

 

[babymare]

Such a hard decision but the kindest. I’m so sorry. Xx

 

[Berpisc]

So sorry to hear this, its such a heartbreaking decision to make, but the best one for Spud.

 

[eahotson]

The last two weeks have been absolute hell. Spud got his hocks injected and vet commented that he was moving so much better lately (thanks to science supplements) and the hocks were going great, he was full of beans and i thought wow we are going to have a really nice summer. A few days later he became very lame, abscess lame. Vet out and delivered the devastating news that he had wrecked his suspensory ligament. At his age and with the issues he already has in the area (a bone fragment from an old injury) the prognosis was very poor but we would only know after at least 3-6months total box rest. I couldn't do that to my boy..i could not have him in a stable for 6 months just to retire, knowing he would become very stiff and need more injections just to stay comfortable to stand in a box. So i said goodbye.

Ive lost horses before, its always hard. But this one has hit me like a tonne of bricks. Im grieving for the loss of my way of life, my confidence and my friends because the prices at the moment prevent me from even looking at any horses. Im really struggling.

Goodbye spud, you were quite simply the best. I know we will meet again my love.

I am so very very sorry.

 

[meleeka]

Only just seen this. Sending virtual hugs x. Doing the right thing is so hard sometimes, but not as hard as watching them suffer

 

[holeymoley]

So sorry to hear xx

 

[Velcrobum]

They leave a big hole when they go. Sorry for your loss.