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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 6, 2008 13:15:53 GMT -5
I just got off the phone with Dixie and was told that as of today we have $170 in the fund to help apollo - We still need $1330 for him to have the surgery!!!
Every penny helps - so if you can - PLEASE call and donate!!
Sara
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Post by mtangel on Aug 6, 2008 13:25:41 GMT -5
Just talked to Dixie: I just sent in $200. Go Apollo!!!!! :-D
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 6, 2008 13:29:58 GMT -5
OMG! MT you are the BEST! THANK YOU!!!!!!
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Post by paintedlady on Aug 6, 2008 13:47:37 GMT -5
Just talked to Dixie: I just sent in $200. Go Apollo!!!!! :-D That is soooooooooo generous  Thank you!! |
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Post by mtangel on Aug 6, 2008 13:51:58 GMT -5
It would have been more if they accepted the Care Card as you can get deferred interest from 6 to 1(?) year depending on amount spent. :-( I just know how I would feel if this was my girl (horse), and I want to see a HAPPY outcome for Apollo and the family! Again...Go APOLLO!!!!
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 7, 2008 0:48:25 GMT -5
I was out all day - but will call tomorrow afternoon for a $$$ update and post for all! Thank you everyone - I just know we can help save Apollo  Sara |
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 7, 2008 17:30:08 GMT -5
this is an URGENT update. I recieved an email from Debbie today(apollos owner). They are so thankful for all the donations and thoughtfulness - BUT because apollo's eye continues to swell horribly and is at the point that they can't get it under control - they are looking at putting this kid to rest. They hate seeing him suffer - and I don't blame them at all! If we are going to be able to help them save Apollo - It will have to be VERY VERY soon. They don't want to put him through any more suffering. They ARE open to re-homing him to someone who will give a WRITTEN contract guarantee that he will immediately recieve the needed procedure. They will follow up with the vet that does the surgery and a first right of refusal contract will also need to be given. They love this guy and want to find a way to help him not be in horrible pain Any thoughts?? Sara |
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Post by toeps on Aug 7, 2008 17:41:56 GMT -5
Has this been posted in any other networks?
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Post by beckybee on Aug 7, 2008 18:03:49 GMT -5
Won't the vet do the surgery and accept payments over time?
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Post by paintedlady on Aug 7, 2008 18:14:51 GMT -5
I wish I had more to give  |
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 7, 2008 22:12:59 GMT -5
It is my understanding that the vet won't take payments? - I am not sure how much it has been cross posted. I have posted through some of the other networks I am part of - but PLEASE - feel free to cross post and stress the urgency of the situation Sara |
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Post by paintedlady on Aug 11, 2008 10:39:12 GMT -5
Do we have any new info on this poor guy  Anyone $5.00 $ 10.00 anything |
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Post by MustangAppy on Aug 11, 2008 13:18:12 GMT -5
Today from Debbie:
Beautiful Gelding in need (Caldwell)
Reply to: sale-790993201@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-08-10, 6:29PM MDT
We are putting the word out again for Apollo, he is a beautiful 9yr old Black and White Paint Gelding, he has been diagnosed with Squamous that has formed a tumor in his left eye.
It is time for us to make a decission, and we can not afford the recommended treatment, even though a fund has been started it is going very slowly and we know Apollo is suffering. So we are looking for a home who might be interested in saving him by providing the surgery needed.
He is an awesome trail horse and this is the type of home we are looking for. Trails only. We do not want to stress him any more by running rodeo event on him, as he will end up with only one eye. All ages have riden him, he is very sweet and willing. Unfortunately, the tumor in his eye must be treated for him to live a normal life. Please reply to this email, or give us a call, if you are interested in Apollo.
Thank You for your interest
208-453-1288 Debbie
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Post by paintedlady on Aug 11, 2008 13:43:50 GMT -5
Thanks for the update ;D
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Post by mtangel on Aug 11, 2008 15:06:15 GMT -5
I feel so bad for this guy. His surgery would have been performed last week if only their vet clinic took the Care Card. All I can do now is jingle, jingle, jingle and pray for a miracle of help for him. Hugs to Apollo and his family.... |
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 11, 2008 15:43:43 GMT -5
I knjow that this is a very hard decision for this family. They really do want the best for him. Is anyone interested in taking this kid and having the surgery done? He is a sweet and extremely well trained horse - he deserves a chance. At this point -funds donated would go towards helping with the surgery bill. Anyone? Sara |
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Post by mtangel on Aug 11, 2008 16:07:53 GMT -5
Sara, you have a PM!
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 11, 2008 16:57:21 GMT -5
WOW - due to a GENEROUS offer we potentiall have the full cost of surgery covered for Apollo - HOWEVER - The owners are under a little pressure to find apollo a home where hsi only job will be trails and general purpose stuff. Is anyone out there interested in this really cool horse? He is sound, well trained and sweet as pie. I know that they will keep him rather than have him go somewhere he should not be. I will let the "donation angel" come forward We haev left messages for Apollo's family and hope to be in touch soon. Sara |
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Post by frr2 on Aug 11, 2008 19:54:46 GMT -5
I thought they were going to keep him if the surgery could be arranged?
What a wonderful offer to pay for the balance of the surgery. AWESOME!!!
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Post by mtangel on Aug 11, 2008 20:42:12 GMT -5
Amazing...jingle enough and miracles really do happen!!!! Yippee!!!!
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 12, 2008 1:42:59 GMT -5
Until today that was my understanding as well - but they can not afford to have him and another and are concerned about pushing him to do rodeo and speed events with limited vision. I know that he will stay through recovery and they are not rushed to place him, as a perfect home is a must.
This guy has truely gotten a miracle and because of it will live a long, happy, and healthy life!!!
Sara
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Post by dah on Aug 12, 2008 12:33:23 GMT -5
Hello Equine Community and Apollo's Guardian Angel!!
Taylor, Apollo and I would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who worked so hard, and worried, prayed and gave for Apollo. We have completed the gift to cover the surgery cost. Apollo goes in for a pre-op visit tomorrow, and will be scheduled for surgery shortly after wards.
We felt like we were losing hope, and were facing a very difficult decision to end his suffering, we were not sure we could keep him. Now, he will get healthy, happy and we can keep him and Love him! He will have to under go follow up visits, but we are hoping this will all go well. I get very nervous thinking about him going under anesthetic, but look forward to babying him when he comes home.
Taylor will most likely not run the rodeo events on him, (I am sure he will not mind that) as he is an excellent trail horse and will enjoy the easy life.
I would like to attach a 'before' and 'after' pictures of Apollo's eye but the attach image does not work for me, can anyone give me a tip on that?
I will post more updates as we go along.
We really wanted to say thank you for the second chance for Apollo and for letting us keep our boy!
It is nice to know there is a true family out there in the wonderful world of horses.
Debbie
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Post by mtangel on Aug 12, 2008 12:40:49 GMT -5
Hey there, Debbie! I'm SO happy for Apollo...glad it is all working out for him and that he will be staying with you too!
Do you have a photobucket account? You can attach photos using one of the image codes, or you can send the pics to me (see PM) and I'll attach them for you.
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Post by dah on Aug 12, 2008 12:52:21 GMT -5
Hello mtangel
thank you for the help, I am not familiar with a PM.... but can send you a few pictures.
email me directly at luckiestnumber1@msn.com
thanks so much
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Post by paintedlady on Aug 12, 2008 13:02:47 GMT -5
This is just the best news. I am so hapyy for Appollo Plz keep us updated ;D Get well soon APOLLO !! |
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 12, 2008 13:23:40 GMT -5
Sometimes in the midst of all the sadness and tragedy we all see - something like this can happen and make you realize that the world does have it's wonderful spots too!!! I am thrilled that APollo will be healthy and have a wonderful life!!
Sara
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Post by mtangel on Aug 12, 2008 13:39:23 GMT -5
Okay, here are pics Debbie sent me to post for her: Apollo right after they bought him:  Tumor in eye:  Pic of face and runny eye:  What a doll baby, Debbie! He definitely deserves a chance at a long, happy life and I'm glad someone is helping to make that happen!  |
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Post by Admin on Aug 12, 2008 17:07:02 GMT -5
Pass the Kleenex! Thank you to all who helped this little girl and her horse to remain together.
Hugs to ALL.
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Post by cutiepiepmu on Aug 12, 2008 19:55:09 GMT -5
I am so thrilled to see that this guy is getting the treatments he needs. i am excited to hear about his recovery!!!!
Sara
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