warning graphic; Euthanasia of pony filmed by Twombly Publishing

Summary

This emotional video script shares the heartbreaking story of a pony who was rescued from being sent to a slaughterhouse due to severe lameness. Despite numerous treatments, including dietary changes, antibiotics, and corrective shoeing, the pony's condition worsened, leading to extreme discomfort and an inability to bear weight on one foot. The video demonstrates how peaceful euthanasia was chosen as the most humane option for the pony, contrasting it with the trauma of a potential journey to a slaughterhouse. The aim is to showcase the calmness of euthanasia, offering closure in an otherwise tragic situation.

Takeaways

• 😀 The pony was originally at a dealer, destined for a slaughterhouse due to her severe lameness.
• 😀 She was rescued and placed on a strict no-starch, no-sugar diet in case she had a metabolic disorder.
• 😀 Despite various treatments, including dietary changes and medications, the pony's condition did not improve.
• 😀 The pony was also treated for a possible Cushing's disease, but this did not yield any positive results.
• 😀 The pony was very thin and given free access to low-sugar, low-starch hay, which was chopped and washed.
• 😀 Despite extensive blood tests and antibiotic treatments for potential underlying issues, nothing was found to help.
• 😀 The pony's condition continued to worsen, and she stopped bearing weight on her left front foot, causing her significant pain.
• 😀 The possibility of an undetected condition, like cancer, was considered but remained unconfirmed.
• 😀 After months of failed treatments, the only remaining option for the pony was euthanasia to end her suffering.
• 😀 The euthanasia was performed peacefully, contrasting with the traumatic alternative of being sent to a slaughterhouse.
• 😀 The video aimed to show the peaceful nature of euthanasia as a humane option for animals in extreme distress.

Q & A

What was the initial condition of the pony when it was rescued?

The pony was extremely lame and was about to be shipped to a kill buyer. She was taken in by a rescue organization for treatment.

What dietary changes were made for the pony after being rescued?

The pony was placed on a no starch, no sugar diet to address a potential metabolic disorder, particularly to manage possible issues related to sugar and starch absorption.

Why was the pony's diet modified further to eliminate starch and sugar?

The diet modification was considered because the pony might have had a metabolic disorder that disallowed her body from processing sugars and starches, a possibility due to her breed (Appaloosa and POA).

What treatments were administered to the pony during her recovery process?

The pony received antibiotics to rule out infections like Lyme disease, despite testing negative. She was also given free access to low-sugar hay and had her shoes changed for better-fitting ones.

What did the veterinary team suspect as a possible cause of the pony’s condition?

The veterinary team suspected the pony might have had Cushing's disease, and treatment was administered for it, but no improvement was observed.

Did any treatments show positive results for the pony?

Despite various treatments, including diet changes, antibiotics, and better fitting shoes, nothing seemed to improve the pony's condition. Her health continued to decline.

How severe did the pony's condition become over time?

The pony's condition worsened over time, to the point where she could no longer bear weight on her left front foot, indicating extreme discomfort and pain.

What is the likely cause of the pony’s worsening condition that has not been identified?

The pony might have an underlying condition, such as cancer, that has not been detected through numerous blood tests and treatments.

What is the only remaining option for the pony’s well-being?

The only remaining option for the pony is euthanasia, as no further treatment is effective and she is in significant pain.

What message is the video meant to convey about euthanasia?

The video aims to show how peaceful euthanasia can be, contrasting it with the traumatic experience of being shipped to a slaughterhouse. The goal is to emphasize the peaceful end of life in such circumstances.