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IN MEMORY
OF CRICKETT
Crickett was a
beautiful little white arab who came to us late summer of 2007. She
came from a ‘rescue’ and was nothing but skin and bones. Inside that
emaciated body was a heart of gold, and sweetness personified. I
could only imagine what kind of life she had led.
Crickett had
her teeth floated, was de-wormed, and was put on a healthy diet. Her
first event was the Blessing of the Animals at the Franciscan
Monastery, and Crickett was blessed by a Monk. She wore the medal
proudly on her halter.
Crickett’s
health was up and down; she was treated for ulcers, probably caused
by malnutrition, and had periods of great wellness and energy, with
other periods of losing her hair and being lethargic.
About 10
weeks ago, we took Crickett out on a trail ride with 6 other horses.
She was full of life and spirit, and acted like she was on top of
the world. Within two weeks she was lame and her hair coat was thick
and long. We had suspected she was pre-Cushings, and now it was
full-blown. We have treated her with pergolide, with light
treatments, Reikki, and natural, fresh herbs.
Today,
December 10, 2009, we let Crickett go to the great pasture in the
sky, joining those others we have lost in past years. Her eyes, so
big and beautiful, her spirit so gentle and loving, and her great
last ride will always be a part of us. We grieve for her loss, but
try to take comfort in the fact that she no longer suffers the pain
we could not erase.
Please say a
prayer, not only for Crickett, but for all of the animals on this
earth who suffer at the hands of mankind.
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ARTYNA
Artyna was
diagnosed with Cauda Equina which is a neurological disease which
paralyses the horse along the spinal cord. It started with her not
being able to push out her urine, went to her bowels and was
travelling up her spine. We had no alternative; there is no
treatment, no cure. (03/2009)
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MIAKODA (Power of the Moon)
Miakoda survived his major surgery only to
suffer a hard fall while running around the
mare area and fracture his pelvis. He spent
seven months on stall rest with his mother
keeping him company. He could not even go
out for walks. Now he is two, and able to
be out with the herd, running and playing.
He will not be adopted out as he must be
handled very carefully so that he does not
re-injure himself. We hope to be able to
lightly use him under saddle.
Addendum:
Koda was euthanized in December of 2007.
There was nothing we could do to save him.
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