My Horse Dakota Put Down For Falling
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Dakota was a 20 year old rescue horse we purchased. When we got Dakota he was so skinny that the vet wanted to put him down right away to end the suffering. We said no! We wanted a chance to see if we could get him to gain weight. Over the next few days we worked with him and day by day he started filling in. We had the vet out a few times during this process and it was also discovered that Dakota had cancer of the bladder, and if that wasn't enough, he suffered from an episode of colic shortly afterwards.
Unfortunately, Dakota soon went down at our farm. He had a neurological disease and couldn't stand up without help. He was going in circles trying to keep himself up, but fell into a chicken coop and made the roosting boxes fall. When the vet arrived he made Dakota gallop and trot.
Later that day we let out Dakotas beloved mare Cerria to get some exercise. Unfortunately, Dakota fell again and again galloping after Cerria. The vet advise us it would just be better for Dakota to be put down. With great apprehension, we agreed this would be best.
When led Dakota out of the pasture to the place where he was to be buried. Cerria went crazy and tried to follow him through the gate. It was like she knew something was wrong and was trying to stop it! When Dakota got into the field near the burial spot he once again fell down on his own. When the vet showed up he tried his best to get up.
It was almost like he was saying "I'm ok! I can walk, see!".
The vet injected him and after a few seconds picked up his head. It was limp. The vet then listened for a heart beat... Dakota was gone. The vet hugged my Grandma and said he was sorry for the loss. We didnt cry for only one reason. Dakota would be happier in heaven with the wind in his mane. Dakota will forever be in our hearts and is forever loved.
R.I.P. Dakota (Born: Unknown Died: March 6th, 2012) |
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Artista
Such an unfortunate story. Neurological diseases are hard: not all scars are visible.
Such an unfortunate story. Neurological diseases are hard: not all scars are visible.
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May 6, 2012
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Que Sara
What a lovely tribute to him Faith!
He had a lovely life with you, knowing he was well loved and you had his best interests at heart.
What a lovely tribute to him Faith!
He had a lovely life with you, knowing he was well loved and you had his best interests at heart.
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May 6, 2012
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May 6, 2012
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Dark Star
You said before he died of something else. And what kind of vet makes a horse 'gallop' when it can't even stand up, especially after the horse had just fallen into a chicken coup.... Again, I'm doubting this vets credibility. Why didn't you guys have him away from things he could run into? Like a chicken coup.
You said before he died of something else. And what kind of vet makes a horse 'gallop' when it can't even stand up, especially after the horse had just fallen into a chicken coup.... Again, I'm doubting this vets credibility. Why didn't you guys have him away from things he could run into? Like a chicken coup.
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May 6, 2012
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Doodles Forever
I hate to be rude, but what sane horse owner allows their horse to gallop and trot after falling? And you seriously put him out in the field with after horses, where he would gallop after them, after you knew he had been down?!
I hate to be rude, but what sane horse owner allows their horse to gallop and trot after falling? And you seriously put him out in the field with after horses, where he would gallop after them, after you knew he had been down?!
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May 7, 2012
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Sapphire Flames
awww....so sad. as Que Sara said, this is a great tribute to him.
awww....so sad. as Que Sara said, this is a great tribute to him.
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May 7, 2012
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GobbyGabby22
This is lovely! After a horrible start and then you made his life come true and he tried his best for you and looked amazing and now he's in a better place. I feel for you (: I love this(:
This is lovely! After a horrible start and then you made his life come true and he tried his best for you and looked amazing and now he's in a better place. I feel for you (: I love this(:
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May 7, 2012
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Double Spur Ranch
Very sad story but sometimes it just has to happen :(
Very sad story but sometimes it just has to happen :(
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May 7, 2012
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MySweetButterfly
I'm sorry for your loss, but you gave him a great life. Everyone who is critiquing her, this is a sensitive time. I know how it feels and someone telling you that you need a better vet is not going to improve the situation. Have a heart. Like Que Sara said, this is a great tribute, Rest In Peace Dakota.
I'm sorry for your loss, but you gave him a great life. Everyone who is critiquing her, this is a sensitive time. I know how it feels and someone telling you that you need a better vet is not going to improve the situation. Have a heart. Like Que Sara said, this is a great tribute, Rest In Peace Dakota.
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May 8, 2012
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ArabianBariq
Wow that's so terrible. That great you guys tried to at least do your best to help him. RIP Dakota.
Wow that's so terrible. That great you guys tried to at least do your best to help him. RIP Dakota.
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May 8, 2012
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Ghost
Terribly sad, but be reassured you tried all that you could, and the falls could have caused him more injury or harm and therefore pain in the long run. Sorry for your loss.
Terribly sad, but be reassured you tried all that you could, and the falls could have caused him more injury or harm and therefore pain in the long run. Sorry for your loss.
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May 12, 2012
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Doodles Forever
So sad :'(
Like Dark Star and Makki have pointed out, I do think you need a new vet, however the article was a very good tribute to him. RIP Dakota.
So sad :'(
Like Dark Star and Makki have pointed out, I do think you need a new vet, however the article was a very good tribute to him. RIP Dakota.
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May 13, 2012
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TBMareRhody
I feel so bad!! But i completely understand, they will be happier in horsey heaven, just admit it.
I feel so bad!! But i completely understand, they will be happier in horsey heaven, just admit it.
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May 19, 2012
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RoyalCrownEstates
MOD
Such a sad story, at least he ha a friend like you with him on his journey.
Such a sad story, at least he ha a friend like you with him on his journey.
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May 21, 2012
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Deleted Accounts
well atleast he had a happier time before he died, rip dakota
well atleast he had a happier time before he died, rip dakota
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Jul 25, 2012
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Aug 5, 2012
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PepsiPonyLover
I'm sooo sorry for the loss of that amazing horse/pony! But you are right, he would rather be in heaven than be still suffering! :(
You definitely made the right choice!!
I'm sooo sorry for the loss of that amazing horse/pony! But you are right, he would rather be in heaven than be still suffering! :(
You definitely made the right choice!!
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Apr 8, 2013
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