PSD
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Why do we have to love them so much? They make it so hard because we love them so much. Especially when I go to the yard and see her looking better, throwing her head round whinnying and standing absolutely fine. Urgh
Laminitis with no improvement
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chaps89
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It's because we love them that we can do this final act of kindness for them.
It's hard, so hard, but it's a privilege to have them in our lives and to be able to prevent them suffering.
No-one could say you haven't tried, but please allow her the dignity of going whilst she still has some spark to her, that is alot of pain relief and she still sounds like she's showing signs of pain.
It's hard, so hard, but it's a privilege to have them in our lives and to be able to prevent them suffering.
No-one could say you haven't tried, but please allow her the dignity of going whilst she still has some spark to her, that is alot of pain relief and she still sounds like she's showing signs of pain.
ycbm
Einstein would be proud of my Insanity...
PSD I'm so sorry, but that isn't a picture of a horse standing fine. You are so used to seeing her standing in acute pain that it looks fine to you. To me, that is a picture of a horse sore in all four feet temprorarily distracted from pain by a bucket of food.
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Not slacking multitasking
I'm with ycbm on that 
PSD
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you’re very right there. To me she looks fine but this is in comparison to what I’ve seen, my vet is calling me first thing tomorrow morning
ycbm
Einstein would be proud of my Insanity...
I have to pat you on the back PSD, your reaction to every comment on this thread has been that of an A1 class owner.
When you talk to your vet tomorrow, ask yourself, and them, what her future, at best, is likely ever to be. It is very unlikely to be grazing happily in a green field.
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When you talk to your vet tomorrow, ask yourself, and them, what her future, at best, is likely ever to be. It is very unlikely to be grazing happily in a green field.
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PSD
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Thank you. It’s been a huge learning curve and I appreciate every single comment that everyone has made.
From what I can gather, the fact that EMS is the cause it’s very likely it will return and there’s slim chance of her ever being able to graze happily with her pals. To me that is not a life for a horse, not for her anyway. She’s only “happy” to be on box rest because she can’t really move. Had she been in full health she would definitely be protesting about being in right now! She loves being out (to the point I can’t catch her!), she loves being ridden and she loves jumping and hunting. None of which will probably ever happen again and I only think it’s fair that I let her go now whilst she still has a bit of spirit than get to a point where she’s desperately pleading to go.
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Mule
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I'm so sorry, I'll be thinking of you both. She's lucky to have you xx
Nari
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She's one lucky horse x
OldNag
Wasting my time successfully....
I am so sorry to see your update. I've had to go through losing 2 to laminitis and it's bloody hard. But in the end the decision had to be made, for the ponies' sakes.
Your mare is lucky to have such a dedicated and caring owner. You really couldn't have done anything more to help her, and I hope you will take some comfort from that xx
Your mare is lucky to have such a dedicated and caring owner. You really couldn't have done anything more to help her, and I hope you will take some comfort from that xx
alibali
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I can't bring myself to 'like' your post but completely agree with everything you say. You have been completely dedicated to her welfare, at the end of the day quality of life is much more important than quantity especially for animals which have no concept of tomorrow and only know the here and now. There are many worse fates for a horse than being gently put to sleep with love and kindness.
ycbm
Einstein would be proud of my Insanity...
What a lovely person you are. Focus on this when you talk to your vet tomorrow.
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vmac66
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She is so lucky to have you and be so much loved. You've done everything you possibly can for her. Will be thinking of you tomorrow when you speak to your vet.
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LeneHorse
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I've followed your heartbreaking journey but haven't been commented as it brings back painful memories of losing my first horse nearly 20 years ago to laminitis. Like you, the vets wanted to try different things but eventually I couldn't bear to see her suffering any more and she was put to sleep. You sound like a lovely caring owner and I hope all goes well with you tomorrow, you are doing the right thing.
PSD
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Thank you all so much. Your kind words are so comforting, I will keep you posted as always
splashgirl45
Lurcher lover
its very sad but her quality of life is the most important thing and i think you are right, it is time to make that decision. if you have made your mind up please dont let your vet prolong it any longer, you have given everything a try and she is still in pain. hope you can manage to get all sorted tomorrow. good luck
fusspot
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Such a hard decision to make...mine was still whinnying at me and I kept thinking that I could see an improvement when deep down I knew the time had come.I lost 2 in a year to laminitis,both caused by underlying health conditions which would only ever be controlled by medication and never curable or with a decent quality of life. I tried absolutely everything for them both and that is the one thing I can take from it all. I was devastated but can honestly say that once the total exhaustion that hit me for about a week after had subsided,I actually felt a sense of relief that they were no longer in pain and I had done the right thing as a sensible owner.I feel every pain and thought you are going through as only a year since I lost my boy and still very raw.One thing is for sure, if you do let her go soon,you will have everybody’s backing and thoughts on here.Will be thinking of you.x
View
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PSD, I’m just off too work now, but I’ll be thinking of you.
Yeomans
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Just caught up with the thread from yesterday and reading through I am sitting here with tears down my face really feeling for you today. You are one special owner and we can all see how much you love your horse and will be doing what you think best. You have had good advice from the people on here that are all feeling your pain. Will be thinking of you today, big hugs.
Pearlsasinger
Up in the clouds
I'm sorry that you have been left in this position but please do stay strong for your horse, even if the vet says there is something else to try. As you say, she wouldn't enjoy life after this, so what would you be 'saving' her for?
ITPersonnage
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What more is there to say ? It's really tough but the more you love them, the harder it is to let them go, but you will feel relief that her pain is over. At least you can stuff her full of nice food beforehand....
Ceriann
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So so sorry - you have tried absolutely everything and battled so hard to help her. If only all horses had an owner like you.
Nari
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Are you ok?
Arzada
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The very best of owners. No horse could wish for more. Thinking of you both today.
Rosemary28
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Big hugs to you PSD. What a lovely caring owner you are, your mare is so lucky to have you.
Thinking of you.
Thinking of you.
Spotherisk
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Hoping you’re okay PSD.
scats
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Been following this post and I’m so sorry to hear your update. I’m thinking of you xx
ycbm
Einstein would be proud of my Insanity...
I hope you are OK, PSD. Whatever happened today, please know that we are all thinking of you and wishing you well.
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misst
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I am sorry things have not gone well. I know you have tried but I am hoping you have made your decision. She looks truely uncomfortable in the picture and I know you want the best for her but please don't be blinded by your own needs.She is lucky to be loved so much x
vmac66
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Hope you are ok.