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Let’s Talk About the Hardest Part of Loving Them!!

Written by Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue & Sanctuary | May 11, 2025 3:29:11 AM
Free Webinar on Horse Euthanasia Planning
 
We’re sharing this important, compassionate discussion because we see this every day:
 
Most owner surrender requests we receive are for horses over 25, or those with chronic pain, arthritis, or injuries that make them unrideable. Often, their people are doing their best — but can’t afford the care needed to keep them even pasture sound. And even more often, euthanasia has quietly become the kindest option… but it’s a hard one to face.
 
This free webinar, hosted by Dr. Rebecca Husted — decorated Army veteran, animal physiologist, and internationally recognized expert in large animal emergency response — will explore:
 
What horses need at the end of life
How to assess quality of life over time
Why waiting too long can lead to unnecessary suffering
Planning ahead, including if something happens to you
Making their last day a good one — for them and for you
 
We will help every horse. But we also want to encourage learning, conversation, and preparedness. Please consider attending, asking questions, and opening the door to a topic we all wish we could avoid — but can face with compassion.