Please keep us in your thoughts... We had to put one of horses down...

[rinnith]

wow... im sorry, i know how hard that can be.

 

[Kathyschix]

Awww, Ed, I'm just seeing this now. So sorry to hear about Duncan.

Hugs,

Kathy

 

[katrinag]

I am sorry for your loss, as hard as it is to make that choice it was for the better. Keep your head up and give lots of the to your other horse you both need the loving.

 

[crtrlovr]

Quote:
There is no such thing as "just a" horse, dog, bird, cat, fish, ferret, chicken, etc., etc., when it comes to animals we love. My heart hurts for your loss. I hope in time your memories of Duncan bring you only smiles and thankfulness to have shared his life.

 

[bonkers]

I am so sorry to read of your loss of Duncan. I, too, had to put my best friend, Jack, down due to a twisted intestine. He was a 17 hand Appaloosa gelding that was 17 yrs. old. Had the vet out and he was on the phone half the night with the veterinary school on things to do for him. I walked him all night long---he'd drop and I'd pull and scold him to get up. I'd give anything to have him back.

It is times like these that make us as the caregiver to put our feelings aside and do what is best for the animal. That is all they ask of us in life--is to help them. And when they are beyond human help, then we must help them so they do not suffer. Duncan did not deserve to suffer---he is free now, to run at full speed or to sleep under a shade tree near the Rainbow Bridge. I truly believe animals have souls too--much like human souls only an animal soul. Duncan will be waiting for you someday and will welcome you with ears tucked forward and shiny bright eye on your arrival!

Be kind to yourself. You are an amazing caregiver to be able to put Duncan above your own human feelings for him. That is awesome for Duncan to have someone to have cared for him as you did. Just know our thoughts are with you in your loss of such a good friend.