In my seven years I have been at CHPA, there have been many, many sad moments and this story is one of those for me.  Sometimes a picture tells a thousand words, so this will be how I tell this story, in two parts.

As I was filming and taking photos, I did not realise how the events would unfold on 19 April 2024.  But it still sits with me as do so many of the other stories that unfold at CHPA and how I thank the heavens above that we exist and that we are so blessed to have YOU support what we do!

Both Queenie and Fancy Face bore the brunt of Kamali, a stallion that is too old to geld, that keeps on getting out of his paddock.  Queenie’s hock got kicked and Fancy Face was badly bitten.  Below is the video of them both arriving for veterinary treatment at our clinic in Epping.

Queenie and Fancy Face arriving at clinic together(youtube.com)

Fancy Face and Queenie getting some nice nummies after their arrival at the clinic. Dr Lee from Cape Vet wasted no time and took X-rays of Queenie’s hock.

Queenie’s hock out of the bandages. As you can see from the X-rays and Inspector Diana and Dr. Lee’s face, it did not look promising. She had a fractured Tarsus, (hock).

Queenie’s handler walked her slowly to the back paddock, assuring her all will be good with the world. Putting an animal down is never easy for a vet as you can see. With her owner present and grazing, Queenie would soon be out of pain.

Queenie was sedated and went down quietly. Pet Farewells came to collect her and gave her the dignified burial she so deserves. Rest in peace special girl, we are blessed to have been there in your time of need.

Folks, this is EQUINE WELFARE IN ACTION and we cannot do it without your much needed support.  This is where your donations go to, and no donation is ever too small or too big!

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