sandyg
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Post by sandyg on Aug 3, 2007 13:20:29 GMT -5
I wanted to let everyone know that I had to put Ward down last sunday (7/29/07). He had been sick for several weeks and I ran all the tests I could w/o being intrusive. Long story short I had to make an extremely hard decision but I do feel it was for the best. In case some of you dont know or remember Ward I rescued him off the feedlot just a little over a year ago. I was told he was 20yrs+ Qtr horse- exroper and was blind in one eye. After a vet check he was actually 35yrs+ and blind in both eyes. He could see some shadows with his right eye but that was it. As most of the old ones are he was sick and a bag of bones when I got him. However he quickly plumped up under my care. We used to call him 'fluffy' once he became a bit over weight. He was the most sweetest horse I have ever known. There is just somthing about the old ones who have had a hard life and Ward definately had that being an exroping horse. He loved bananas and I just recently discovered Watermelon too. He was surrounded by several people who loved him very much when he passed. I will never forget him or that moment. If you would like to see pics of Ward you can find a ton at- s97.photobucket.com/albums/l227/fmx_girl/RIP Ward- I love you and will miss you dearly! ~Sandy Cber ad- www.columbiabasinequinerescue.org/DEF-HorsesProfile.asp?HoID=202 |
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Post by cybercat on Aug 3, 2007 13:29:20 GMT -5
Oh, Sandy...I am so sorry. I remember how much you loved and woried and fussed over Ward...and he looked fabulous under your care. He was very lucky to have such sensitive and wonderfully understanding people around him at the end of his long journey.
Bless you.
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Post by swissgrl on Aug 3, 2007 13:41:19 GMT -5
So sorry to hear you lost Ward. We all rooted for him, and worried with you.
Thank you so much for giving this wonderful boy the best last year he could have had.
My thoughts are with you
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Post by caryn on Aug 3, 2007 13:46:05 GMT -5
Oh, I'm so sad to hear about Ward. I remember Ward and his story well. I was so happy when you decided to adopt him. Thank you for giving him a wonderful and happy last year.
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sandyg
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Post by sandyg on Aug 3, 2007 13:47:41 GMT -5
Thank you cybercat and swissgrl!
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Post by quatzie on Aug 3, 2007 14:00:40 GMT -5
I am sorry to hear of your loss.. I looked at his pictures he looked so happy with you in his home.... My thoughts are with you
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Post by agilitygal on Aug 3, 2007 16:13:00 GMT -5
It's always so sad when they leave, isn't it. Thank you for giving him a wonderful home. I have followed his posts from day 1. Loved that old guy from afar.
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Post by jenm on Aug 3, 2007 16:36:23 GMT -5
Sandy, my condolences to you for your loss. Ward was a handsome, dignified horse and I'm glad he was able to spend this last year in your loving care.
~Hugs~
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Post by cvl on Aug 3, 2007 18:58:09 GMT -5
So sorry to hear of your loss. He certainly was a distinguished gentle-man!
Run In Peace - sweet Ward.
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Post by bridgetah on Aug 3, 2007 19:22:07 GMT -5
I remember him. I'm very sorry for your loss.
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Post by Tate on Aug 4, 2007 0:13:42 GMT -5
Oh Sandy I'm sorry for your loss of Ward, I know how great the love is for these older ones, Ward had a wonderful last year in your care and his spirit will always be in your heart.
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Post by Admin on Aug 4, 2007 0:47:50 GMT -5
Ward was very lucky to have such a kind and caring owner! He had a wonderful loving year and passed knowing someone cared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sandy!  |
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Post by atticus on Aug 4, 2007 1:00:02 GMT -5
My thoughts are with you, it is so hard to loose the old ones. Ward looks great in the pics.
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Post by djrepp on Aug 4, 2007 2:19:28 GMT -5
I will never forget the day Kate and I were at PEC, and Kate caught a glimpse of a horse loose out back and yelled "horse loose" or whatever. I looked over and said that horse is not loose, that's Ward. Ward came and went as he pleased under Sandy's watchful eye. Thank you Sandy for all the love you gave him. So many of us will never forget Ward. He will live on in our hearts.
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Post by halfwayhome on Aug 4, 2007 12:36:21 GMT -5
OH Sandy I am so sorry! Ward was another wonderful old guy who melted my heart at the lot. I tried to watch over him like a mother hen till he left there and even got the FLO to let him stay out in a small grassy area by himself away from the really sick horses and so he could feel safe ( the other horses intimidated him and he would just stand by the fence and not eat) I was so worried about him and then he was able to leave and I was so thankful you took such good care of him. Bless you for being a good "mom" and letting him feel safe and well fed for the time he had. My thoughts are with you.
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Post by watermarkfarm on Aug 5, 2007 10:39:03 GMT -5
I remember Ward well!! Sandy, I am so very sorry to hear that he has passed on, and I send you my heartfelt condolences. Ward was a lucky boy to have spent his last days with someone who loved him so much. I know you will miss him. Big hugs to you, and thank you for your kindness to Ward.
Katie
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Post by agilitygal on Aug 6, 2007 11:30:46 GMT -5
Rest in peace, sweet boy.
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Post by Eileen M on Aug 6, 2007 21:48:59 GMT -5
Sandy, you have my deepest condolences. And major snuffles from Matisse. God speed, Ward. God bless ya |
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Post by rocky on Aug 9, 2007 17:44:15 GMT -5
Oh. you can tell you loved him dearly. You did the right thing.Rocky
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