Update : he did it again

Just wanted to add my support because your sense of responsibility is outstanding and I admire your courage, shame the people who sold you this poor horse didn't have the same qualities. Sending virtual support, hugs and thoughts for tomorrow. x
 
Oh my goodness eventing mum ive caught him doing this standing like a statue in the field and rolling his eyes. almost like hes trying to look at his ears or the sky above him.

Im so overwhelmed with all the lovely thoughts on here. You guys are amazing. as expected nothing back from the breeder. the only bit that i cracked up at was making his feeds up tonight. In the morning ill make him a big bowl of nuts as well so he has something to concentrate on. IM keeping the horses in until its over as they will probably run around ( they do when the beaters are about ) Had lovely chat with livery tonight too ( thank you you know who you are <3 ) and now its just a case of wait until morning.

Its not been easy and my sharer asked tonight if there was another way. there really isnt. i wish for his sake there was.
 
There is no doubt you are making the right decision. You are saving him from a horrible painful end, the injuries he could sustain if he does it again don't want thinking about and the end result would be the same. I did offer a safe field but I agree with your post where u say that if he wants out he will go no matter what. You are doing the only thing you can, will be thinking of you tomorrow.
 
Yep i put him in my ' safest' field with 5ft high post and rail and he still left. Here is a rubbish pic. you cn see him there out with his buddy with my old girl in the foreground. you can see its 4 rail 5ft post and rail that the old owner put in because she had a fence jumper herself. It couldnt be any safer for him

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MadBlackLab said:
Hope they can sleep at night knowing what they did. Horrible people. You are doing right thing just remember that
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There is NO way I'd be able to sleep :( How can someone turn a blind eye!? Gives me goosebumps of horror.

I'm so so so sorry OP, I've followed your threads about this horse and I was hoping beyond hope that it would all work out ok :(
I'm never usually in the "PTS" camp, but it really sounds like you're doing the right thing. I'm wishing you the best of luck for tomorrow, I'll be thinking of you xxx
 
I'll be thinking of you in the morning, DA. Glad you got in touch with Friends At The End - they really are fantastic, and if you or your friend can't cope, they'll send someone along to hold him for you.

You're being very brave, and you should be proud of yourself, firstly for giving him a chance, and secondly for releasing him from his torment. Remember, horses don't understand "dead", and you know that everyone around him will no longer be in danger, and he'll be free from whatever demons are chasing him.

Good luck with whatever you decide to do about the breeder - maybe you'll just have to let it go and try and move on, but I really hope you can make sure this git gets his comeuppance.

xxx
 
Sending you a lot of hugs. So sorry that you're in this horrible situation... I can only commend you for having given this poor horse the best of chances and for doing the best thing by him. You can at least hold your head high and say you did the right thing for him when others wouldn't. In my opinion it's absolutely the right decision to ensure the safety of him and those around him.

He won't know what's happening. A good breakfast and some friendly company and he will be none the wiser but soon pain and panic-free.
 
I am sure we will all be thinking of you tomorrow morning. Such a sad,sad situation - I feel for you and I feel for him. You are beyond any doubt doing the right thing, just think of it being the kindest thing you could do for him. He is truly fortunate having found you, someone who will put his needs above their own.
 
I'm just glad that this poor horse got to spend his last days on earth with a caring human being, and has known some love. Not the scum who sold him to you. He was meant to come to you DA. Be thinking of you tomorrow. XX
 
Just wanted to add that I've been following this and think you are such a brave and responsible person. Please take comfort that you are doing the kindest thing for him. Hope you get a decent nights sleep, and you have a huge amount of people thinking of you tomorrow. x
 
Another who has been following the story without commenting - well done DA, you are very brave and are (in my opinion) doing totally the right thing by this horse. I will be thinking of you tomorrow morning x
 
YasandCrystal said:
Agree with you Springfeather - I would be VERY wary of buying an appy from any breeder now and I would say the same to any friends too.
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I would be interested to know the name of the horse's sire and dam.... Not least because then when anyone googles them, they will come across this thread!


I hope tomorrow goes as smoothly as it can, DA. Thinking of you :(
 
Will be thinking of you. xx

Sadly not anything anyone can say to make you feel better. But this is the only responible course open to you. I have known one who would suddenly stand and roll his eyes and then take off blindly.. it was slightly less worrying because he was a very chunky boy who wouldn't/couldn't jump fences but heaven help anyone in his path.
 
Puppy said:
I would be interested to know the name of the horse's sire and dam.... Not least because then when anyone googles them, they will come across this thread!


I hope tomorrow goes as smoothly as it can, DA. Thinking of you :(
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V good point. Hang on in there DA and thank g no-one was seriously hurt.
 
Have been following this since the first post, Im so so sorry its come to this DA :(
I definitely think you are doing the right thing though, Ill be thinking of you
 
I've been following your posts and I have nothing useful to say unfortunately but I wanted to add that you are a remarkable person.

Im so sorry for all you've been through with this horse and I'm sorry for him too but you have made the right decision. As hard as it is, it's the only option.

Massive hugs to you and the horse. Will be thinking of you tomorrow xx
 
Been following this but not commented til now.
I have just had a horse PTS that had the potential to be incredibly dangerous...it was a really tough call but the relief was palpable. It takes guts to do what you are doing...sending a hug, will be thinking of you xxxx
 
Another who is thinking of you. The right decision for the poor boy...does sound neurological which must be frightening for him as well as dangerous to himself & others. He is lucky to have found a kind courageous owner who cares for him enough to perform that last act of kindness. He will be at peace.
As for the breeders....there are no words to describe them without me being banned. I hope that they can be held accountable.
Sending big hugs & will be thinking of you tomorrow xx
 
I will be thinking of you tomorrow, no experience of this but I would be doing the same in your shoes.
Wait until you can catch your breath then go get the breeders arses over a fire !!
 
Sorry, write a long post then saw the decision had been made. Well done on doing the safest thing for all involved. Sorry it's come to this. And good on you for going after the breeders. X
 
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I will be thinking of you today as will so many others here. You are doing exactly the right thing for him, you and everyone else that could possibly end up injured as a result of his behaviour. Big hugs for you. x
 
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