The vet has been again, we have made a decision

Thank you for your kind words everyone.

Ellie died very quickly and peacefully (or as peacefully as a horse can) last night at 8.25.

I felt an amazing sense of calmness and almost happiness that Ellie was in a place where she will never suffer. I was privaleged (sp) to be there at the end.

The boys went up and had a sniff then shot backwards snorting when they realised something was different. They went up for another sniff and then wandered off. They have shown no real signs of missing Ellie although they have been a bit more cuddly than normal - I endured a fifteen minute grooming session from them both this morning!

I know there are going to be some tearful moments ahead, they seem to come out of nowhere and for no apparent reason but keeping busy helps.

Thank you all again, you are all absolutely wonderful!

xxx
 
So sorry you had to make such a decision but ((hugs)) and admiration for having the guts to do it.
RIP old girl - she will be waiting for you at the bridge.
 
So sorry hun, my thoughts are with you. I know how sad it is to have to make the decision after having to put my beloved Taffy to sleep 4 years ago. Huge hugs from Norway xxx
 
Not much I can add except to say I am glad you have that 'calm' feeling. It's your heart telling your head it was the right thing to do.

Kate x
 
I've been following your posts and it is so obvious the love you have for your horse and you gave her the ultimate gift of dignity, you should be so proud of yourself, thoughts are with you and of course RIP Elle xx
 
how awful :( im so sorry for you but well done for making such a hard decision but we all know you always do right by her

big hugs to you and ellie xxxx
 
I'm so sorry to read this but I'm sure from what you've said that you've done the bravest and best thing possible for Ellie. Have some ((((hugs)))) from me. RIP Ellie, run free.
 
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