Exuberant aka "Squire"

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Exuberant aka "Squire"
Topic Started: Oct 3 2008, 06:06 PM (332 Views)
Neighland	Oct 3 2008, 06:06 PM Post #1
Magical Leopluridon Posts: 764 Group: Members Member #1,020 Joined: May 6, 2007	Wednesday I lost one of my best friends...Squire has been with me since I was nine years old, he took me from the long stirrups to the childrens hunters, he was the best first horse I could have asked for, and without a doubt the best teacher I've ever had. He was always patient, honest and tried his best no matter what the circumstances. I continued to ride him throughout college, and dabbled in the jumpers. He certainly wasn't the fanciest guy, but always did his job to the best of his ability. It was clear very early on he earned his life long home with us, as my brother said when he found out he has gone on to Rainbow Bridge, Squire was like a family member, he was always there when we were growing up, he got into our hearts unlike any horse I've ever had. My brother isn't terribly horsey so the fact that he felt like says more than you can imagine. As he got older and the wear and tear from racing over 7 years with 100 starts, and carting me around all those years, he became our baby sitter for the young horses with the occasional trail ride from me, or he was perfect for company that came to visit and wanted a pony ride, most of the people had never been around horses. Last October he became a little neurologic and after several rounds of Marquis with no improvement I had found a holistic treatment after two weeks on it we saw great improvement. We kept him on in throughout the past year we did have our ups and downs, but overall he had a great extra year of quality life for that I am grateful. He would have been 30 next year! He had deteriorated in the past two or three months, but still was alert, perky, and full of life, so I didn't think his time had come yet, but I knew it was getting close. Wednesday morning I found him out in the paddock unable to get up, so I had to make that dreaded final call to my vet. He hadn't been down long judging from the marks in the paddock and I'm so glad I found him quickly. His final moments were very peaceful with lots of baby carrots and even a few bites of spring like orchard grass (thank goodness for the rain this year), his body failed him, but his heart the size of Texas wasn't going to give up so easily. My mom and DH were with me as well, I was so glad that he was able to go peacefully. I was also very thankful that DH took care of the "undertaking" duties, I wasn't sure I would be able to handle that, and was so glad he was able to do that for me. Thanks for letting me share a little of Squire's past 20 years, if anyone would like to see some pics of the boy here is his link http://www.neighland.com/Squire.html I need to scan some older pics and add them to the site. Here are some pics from last summer!!



glenhill	Oct 3 2008, 07:14 PM Post #2
Is the meadow on fire? Posts: 1,673 Group: Members Member #455 Joined: January 18, 2007	Godspeed Squire. He looks like he was a grand old man.



Peanut	Oct 4 2008, 07:34 AM Post #3
I Visited Candy Mountain and All I Got Was This Lousy Incision Posts: 141 Group: Members Member #1,771 Joined: October 6, 2007	RIP Squire



seal harbor	Oct 4 2008, 09:32 AM Post #4
Administrator Posts: 1,924 Group: Admin Member #1 Joined: January 2, 2007	He was MAGNIFICENT!! Godspeed Squire.



boosma47	Oct 4 2008, 10:33 AM Post #5
We're on a bridge, Chaaaaaaaaarlie! Posts: 252 Group: Members Member #203 Joined: January 7, 2007	What a lovely fellow he was, and his name fits him. RIP, Squire. You are one of the blessed ones. May you frolic and play, strong and whole. Neighland, to you and Squire's whole family.



jillintexas	Oct 4 2008, 02:10 PM Post #6
You're BANNED! Posts: 7,608 Group: Members Member #96 Joined: January 6, 2007	Oh Neighland! What a fabulous looking boy he was, a testament to your love and great care. I've been so mired in my own sorrow that I hadn't checked this thread, so I am sorry I missed it early on. You're in my thoughts and prayers! God Speed, Squire! You will be missed.



Little Diva	Oct 4 2008, 04:32 PM Post #7
Is the meadow on fire? Posts: 1,597 Group: Members Member #305 Joined: January 9, 2007	RIP Squire. You are a much loved friend.



justmagic	Oct 5 2008, 06:03 AM Post #8
Off visiting Candy Cave, be right back. Posts: 1,378 Group: Members Member #565 Joined: January 22, 2007	Your post was a lovely tribute. RIP Squire.



Brydelle Farm	Oct 14 2008, 10:39 AM Post #9
Off visiting Candy Cave, be right back. Posts: 1,021 Group: Members Member #509 Joined: January 20, 2007	RIP Squire to you, neighland



vxf111	Oct 14 2008, 10:43 AM Post #10
You're BANNED! Posts: 4,033 Group: Members Member #325 Joined: January 10, 2007	I never come here because it makes me too sad, but I wanted to come post for you Lynlee. Squire was a lucky, lucky horse to have you and he was a grand, regal man to the very end.



Fenway	Oct 14 2008, 02:09 PM Post #11
Guiding your way to Candy Mountain, since 1873. Posts: 2,577 Group: Members Member #639 Joined: January 26, 2007	He was stunning! You have my deepest condolences. He was very loved and I'm sure he loved you just as much in return. It's always hard losing a family member, even the equine kind. Run free, Squire.



Ethan & Ella's Mom	Oct 14 2008, 04:59 PM Post #12
Magical Leopluridon Posts: 910 Group: Members Member #231 Joined: January 8, 2007	RIP sweet Squire. Hugs to you Neighland.



gunnar	Oct 14 2008, 05:50 PM Post #13
It'll be an adventure! We're going on an adventure! Posts: 2,140 Group: Members Member #236 Joined: January 8, 2007	Godspeed to your beautiful boy! He lived a grand life with you and I am sure you will miss him!



Sannois	Oct 14 2008, 07:52 PM Post #14
You're BANNED! Posts: 5,862 Group: Members Member #116 Joined: January 7, 2007	So sorry Lynlee, What a gorgeous boy! He had a wonderful life with you. MAy�he live on in your heart forever! (((((((Hugs)))))



DairyQueen2049	Oct 15 2008, 04:07 AM Post #15
DRAGON BREATH. DRAGGIN' BUTT Posts: 7,547 Group: Members Member #385 Joined: January 17, 2007	Squire was a handsome gent!!! Great tribute RIP dear Squire



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