We lost CBER Caliente tonight:(

[pikzeedust]

I am so sad to tell you that Callie had to be put down this evening. On Monday she fell in her paddock and suffered a bad leg injury. We tried to keep her medicated to keep her out of pain but not being able to put weight on it became too much for her. She was in her early 20's and in great shape but she was wanting to lye down to rest and she could not get back up.
We did everything we could for her. My kids and I are absolutley devistated. This was the saddest day ever. I cannot stop crying.

Callie came to us from CBER 2 years ago. We had no expectations of her, we didn't know what we were getting, the point was, we jus wanted to save her life and give her a great home. She turned out to be SO much more. My daughter won 3 buckles on her at the CGA State Championship Show in 2007. That little horse put her heart into everything she did and we were so proud of her. We love her so much. She was a beautiful black horse with a white stripe, my dream horse as a little girl.

We love you so much sweet girl and we will never forget the difference you made in our lifes. We are so lucky to have found you. RIP Callie

[icehorse]

I'm so sorry. I know words don't describe it. I lost my rescue mare and foal this week too and it is more than devastating. virtual hugs to you. You gave her a fantastic life while you had her. It is so hard to see something so beautiful go.

[emjay]

I am so sorry, she was a beautiful horse , one of my favs.
You gave her a second chance, you gave her two more years she wouldn't have had , had you not saved her.
it's never easy to say goodbye when you are not ready.
so sorry.
(hugs)

[caryn]

I am so sorry for your loss. RIP sweet girl.

[kidznhorses]

Pikzee, I'm so sorry to hear this. Callie was such a gorgeous, special girl who I know meant so much to your family. Such a hard decision to make, but the right one. Take care. Praying for you and the kids.

[jenm]

Oh no! Pikzee I'm so very, very sorry. I have always loved hearing about what an amazing horse Callie turned out to be. I know she gave you and your family much joy.

My deepest sympathies on the loss of a very special horse.

RIP Callie.

[wildwoman]

So sorry to hear of your loss. What a beautiful mare and part of your family. Thank you for giving her a home and all your love these past years. If every rescue horse had that opportunity...............
Lisa

[patrolhorse]

My heart goes out to your family- it hurts so bad to lose such a great friend and partner. It sounds like you all gave her a wonderful life and in return she touched your hearts.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

[pikzeedust]

Thank you all for kind thoughts. There are so many little kids at our barn that loved Callie as well. They would all fight over who got to ride her so they had to make a list up on the board. They are going to be crushed.

[paintedlady]

She is very beautifull. My heart breaks for you and your family. Take care, hug your kids. I cant even imagine how they feel right now. Im so sorry RIP Sweet Caliente

[pnp4kidz]

Oh, I'm so sorry,
you gave Callie the love she deserved til the end...
she needed your strength to let her go when it was time...
the greatest but hardest gift of all we give them...
fly free Callie, more silver buckles in the sky await...

[TashGaia]

I'm so sorry! She was a beautiful mare and lucky to have found you. I am so sorry for you and your family.

[gratefulknits]

Oh Pikzee, I am just heartbroken to hear your sad news. I remember so well your joy over discovering what a gem you had found in your beautiful Callie. She has always seemed like the poster child for the true worth in the "throwaway" horse.

Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts during this time, and let those kids at the barn know that they are joined in their grief by all of us who "knew" Caliente. Love and hugs to you.

Hope

[mickeyfan3]

Oh God Christie....

I am so sorry. She was one of my favorite "saves" from CBER and the reason it was so hard to walk away from them, knowing there are so many great horses out there not getting a chance.......

I loved hearing about how she was doing and was looking forward to meeting her in person one of these days at a show.

Thank you so much for taking a chance on this girl. You can bet that you and your family will be the ones she's waiting for at the bridge....

Stacie

[lorsadoon]

I am very sorry to read of the loss of your beautiful horse. My thoughts are with you.
Laurie

[halfwayhome]

Oh I am sooooo sorry. I always thought her story embodied a Cinderella story; thin, little black mare saved from slaughter truck, blooms in her new home and is an incredible and sweet, brave and beautiful girl when she finds her true love humans... I loved hearing about her success and was so happy for her and for your family. I am sorry the ending is so sad for you all but rejoice in the spirit and love she brought you and that you gave her. Thank you so much for caring for her as you did. Her memories will live on and she is playing in greener pastures. All my thoughts go out to you and your family.

[sundancer]

Oh, gosh! I just read about Caliente. I remember her picture. She was so pretty. I, too, am so sorry for your loss. I just honestly don't know what to say right now. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. She WAS lucky to be with you!

[pikzeedust]

Your thoughts mean so much, Thank you all.

[bridgetah]

This is heartbreaking news. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family. She was a beautiful horse.

[Tate]

So sad to hear, what a special mare she was, I'm so glad she had a great home her last years.

[swissgrl]

Pikzee, so sorry to read about Callie, I'm out of town, and just catching up for a few minutes before it's back to work.
Hugs to you, and RIP sweet Callie!!!

[cybercat]

I am just stunned by this news...your family must be heartsick...Thank you for loving this mare- she deserved you.

Leanne