The dreaded call has been made tonight......

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and our 32 year old pony will be put to sleep on Wednesday. I'm not sad yet, although I'll probably be devastated on the day, but she's finally let me know that she's had enough. She's in good condition but her arthritis has become unmanageable and I think it's fairer to let her go before the winter weather sets in. She's getting loads of treats and tlc and enjoying a little more grass than she's usually allowed. I've hated making this decision, but owe it to her as she's brought lots of joy to lots of people.
 
Aww, I'm sorry to hear this for your sake but I'm sure she'll thank you for making a brave decision for her. Hugs to you.
 
Bless you. Truely the right decision in the circumstances. Will be thinking of you on Wednesday, in the meantime spoil her rotten, she deserves it. Everyone is sad when its the time, but somehow, if its the right thing, then saddness does come with smiles too.
 
This has to be the kindest way knowing when it is the right time I have seen so many people with horses and dogs trying to keep them going longer than they should its not for the animal but themselves when the kindest thing would be to have them PTS sooner.
Good luck its for the Best.
 
im really sorry to hear this, i lost my older pony only 2 weeks ago, it was a hard call to make. i was a mess leading up to it, but it was reallyu peaceful ( i had not seen it before ) and i felt she was at peace afterwards.

My thoughts are with you at this sad time. PM if you need a shoulder xx
 
You've made the best decision in the best interests of the pony. I was just thinking earlier today, how early Autumn seems to be this year. It would not be kind to make this old lady struggle on in the poor weather.
 
I feel for you. I'm having my 2 beautiful mares put down on the same day. Laura from on here (sorry can't remember her name on here) who had Lucy told me it's better a month too early than a day too late! I will be sharing your pain

bexcy-bee x
 
If she has had enough and is telling you so, don't ignore her or make her plead. She doesn't know about death, just about 'now'. If 'now' isn't pleasant any more then as a responsible owner you are doing the kindest thing.

I hope all goes well for her and you x
 
Will be thinking of you both on Wednesday. As hard as it is you know you are doing the right thing for your girl. Take care
 
I am so sorry. A very brave decision, but the right one. You're a kind and caring owner, and she's a lucky old girl to have you. Bless you both.x
And you too, bexcy-bee, my thoughts will be with both of you on Wednesday. Not a easy decision I know all too well, but they will always be with you. Lots of hugs xx
 
So sorry for you, its a horrible decision to have to make.
I had my old boy ( 30 ish years old ) pts last weds. He let me know he couldn't go on.
On the day, I felt surprisingly calm, but I was a mess the next day, and going back to the yard to see my other horse a couple of days later was really hard.

Just remember how lucky your horse is to have such a lovely owner, who cares enough to do this last thing for them.
Thinking of you.
Kx
 
what a heart wrenching decision to make. I had to make that decision several years ago with my TB mare and it was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do but knew it was the right thing for her.

My only regret is listening to the vet when he told me to leave while he gave her the injection. He thought it would be best for me not to be there at the very end but now in hindsight I wish I hadn't walked away and been with her till the end.

You have done the right thing and my thoughts will be with you on Wednesday :(
 
A horrible decision but the right one - and 32 is a good age, Im sure you will have a ton of great memories to look back on when you are ready. *hugs*
 
Cobbysmum said:
it always feels wrong to make a decision to end an animal's life but I honestly think she would not survive the winter.
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If the weather men are right - we are in for a repeat of the last 2 winters, I think you have made the right decision for her, I perhaps would have waited until end of September, but if her arthritis is unmanageable right now, then perhaps sooner rather than later. Big hugs for Wednesday.
 
OFG said:
what a heart wrenching decision to make. I had to make that decision several years ago with my TB mare and it was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do but knew it was the right thing for her.

My only regret is listening to the vet when he told me to leave while he gave her the injection. He thought it would be best for me not to be there at the very end but now in hindsight I wish I hadn't walked away and been with her till the end.

You have done the right thing and my thoughts will be with you on Wednesday :(
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Yes stay with her when she gives her the injection - its not distressing to watch, she will gently slip away. I stayed with mine and kissed and cuddled them both until it was clear they had gone. The only time i walked away was when they cremators came to collect the body. xx
 
Sorry to hear that :( Will be thinking of you on Wednesday. Just remember all the memories you've got with her, 32 is a very good age, and although it was a hard decision you're doing the right thing for her.
 
A very brave and wise decision -I did the same 5 weeks ago when my boys arthritis became unmanageable - he slipped away peacefully with the sun on his back and a belly full of polos.

Thinking of you on Wednesday. x
 
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