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After xrays and ultrasound we decided to put him to sleep. His back had a lot wrong in several places. We discussed with the vet at length our options. Unfortunately or fortunately, however you look at it, this was the decision we came to. My husband decided before we ever went to the appointment that if he couldn't live a pain free life then we would euthanize.
I miss the big red brat so much but I know he is not hurting anymore. I was with him until the end and he enjoyed peanut butter crackers and oatmeal creme pies beforehand.
I honestly think he knew and told us it was ok. I suffer from back pain just about everyday and I didn't want him to suffer.
This gelding taught me so much.
He taught me its ok to trust again after being hurt.
He taught me more patience.
He taught me to look deeper than a behavioral issue after you've done everything else.
He taught me to try anything. LOL Especially food. That was his motto. If it didn't eat him first he would try to eat it.
He taught me to come out of my shell. We leaned on each other for strength. He has many of my tears in his mane.
I needed him as much as he needed me. In the last 11 months he has taught me so much. We connected from the first day and I owe him a lot.
Run Free my buddy. Run Free. I love you and will see you again. Thank you for the honor of knowing you and being your human for a short time. |
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Good Ole Boys just Fine with Me
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Location: SE Missouri | Jazz's Girl - 2014-11-17 2:28 PM Update- After xrays and ultrasound we decided to put him to sleep. His back had a lot wrong in several places. We discussed with the vet at length our options. Unfortunately or fortunately, however you look at it, this was the decision we came to. My husband decided before we ever went to the appointment that if he couldn't live a pain free life then we would euthanize. I miss the big red brat so much but I know he is not hurting anymore. I was with him until the end and he enjoyed peanut butter crackers and oatmeal creme pies beforehand. I honestly think he knew and told us it was ok. I suffer from back pain just about everyday and I didn't want him to suffer. This gelding taught me so much. He taught me its ok to trust again after being hurt. He taught me more patience. He taught me to look deeper than a behavioral issue after you've done everything else. He taught me to try anything. LOL Especially food. That was his motto. If it didn't eat him first he would try to eat it. He taught me to come out of my shell. We leaned on each other for strength. He has many of my tears in his mane. I needed him as much as he needed me. In the last 11 months he has taught me so much. We connected from the first day and I owe him a lot. Run Free my buddy. Run Free. I love you and will see you again. Thank you for the honor of knowing you and being your human for a short time.
wow, tough to read and I'm sorry you had to make this decision. It sure seems like you made the best one you could for him! My thoughts are with you and I'm glad you had the courage to do the right thing for him. |
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Location: Lala Land | So sorry for your loss, but it warms my heart to know you truly just wanted what was best for him. |
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Location: East Texas | Prayers for you, as I know it was a hard day. Sounds like he found the right home in the end to finally have peace. |
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Thank you for giving him a chance. To think how misunderstood hes been his whole life. He loved you and deserved you. |
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Location: The edge of no where | Jazz's Girl - 2014-11-17 2:28 PM Update- After xrays and ultrasound we decided to put him to sleep. His back had a lot wrong in several places. We discussed with the vet at length our options. Unfortunately or fortunately, however you look at it, this was the decision we came to. My husband decided before we ever went to the appointment that if he couldn't live a pain free life then we would euthanize. I miss the big red brat so much but I know he is not hurting anymore. I was with him until the end and he enjoyed peanut butter crackers and oatmeal creme pies beforehand. I honestly think he knew and told us it was ok. I suffer from back pain just about everyday and I didn't want him to suffer. This gelding taught me so much. He taught me its ok to trust again after being hurt. He taught me more patience. He taught me to look deeper than a behavioral issue after you've done everything else. He taught me to try anything. LOL Especially food. That was his motto. If it didn't eat him first he would try to eat it. He taught me to come out of my shell. We leaned on each other for strength. He has many of my tears in his mane. I needed him as much as he needed me. In the last 11 months he has taught me so much. We connected from the first day and I owe him a lot. Run Free my buddy. Run Free. I love you and will see you again. Thank you for the honor of knowing you and being your human for a short time.
This about made me cry. Hugs to you. It's tough to be strong enough to do what's right sometimes. |
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Red Bull Agressive
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Location: North Dakota |  Why did I read this? I'm very sorry you had to put your buddy down. At least he's in a better place. |
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Location: home for the winter...what a dumb idea | I am so sorry for your loss.... |
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Location: Opelousas, LA | I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Location: North MS | Made me teary eyed too. You are awesome though. Made the best decision for him even though it wasn't the cheapest one. You got to the bottom of his problems and gave him love. Bless you |
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| Thanks you guys. I still miss him but its getting easier. My mare has finally stopped looking for him. Now she's the one sticking her head in the feed room.
I am at peace with our decision. I think Wilbur understood when I told him why we were doing it. I shared oatmeal cream pies with him and told him farewell for now.
He looked at me, snorted and just stood there. Some folks may say they don't understand, but they do. He was a special guy and I am thankful I got to be his human for a short time. |
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Location: CTX | So sorry to hear this, but please remember you gave him a loving home and a respectable end. Instead of letting him suffer needlessly. |
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Location: ND | So sorry you  I truly hope you find peace in knowing you did right by him. |
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Location: Sunny So Cal | Making me cry. So much strength and courage to do what is right. Sorry you had to make such a tough decision. At least he got to know what love was. Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you |
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