I'm really quite sad about the whole thing... Bay Girl genuinely seemed very attached to me, and I can't imagine she'll get the same level of attention anywhere else that she goes. Everyone thinks that their horse has a special level of attachment to them, but in this case she genuinely seemed to enjoy my company. It wasn't about cookies or snacks, it was about companionship. She actively sought it out from me, and would leave her herdmates to come find me and be with me. She just started giving me reciprocal grooming whenever I'd scratch her shoulder... I love that. (Even though she liked to use her teeth a bit.) I've never seen her groom any of her herdmates either, so this was specially reserved for me.
I got to leave work early today, after her bath was complete, and went out to her field to say goodbye to her. When I got in my truck to leave, I made a momentary stop next to her pasture fence to get one last picture of her out grazing with her girls. To my surprise, when I rolled down my window to take the picture, she turned around and came right to the pasture fence, starting at me through my window:
Sweet girl. I sure am going to miss her. Even my boss commented on how connected she was with me.
I truly don't know if I will ever get to see her again.
This is so sad; was there no way to ask about the possibility of taking her on? Or is it out of the question now that Pangea's home? Either way you gave her your all which she was with you, and she enjoyed attention and care she's probably never had before. Have been hoping so hard they'd let you buy her once she's completed this service...
ReplyDeleteBig hugs, must have been a painful goodbye. x
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ReplyDeleteThat's so sad. That last picture is a heart jerking. She's like "Wait.. don't go!"
ReplyDeleteI don't know if there's a possibility of taking her on.... I don't know who actually owners her :/
ReplyDeleteSorry you had to say goodbye to her. =-( Hopefully all the training you put on her will make her less stressed about being handled in the future. So sad.
ReplyDeleteI am sure she'll never forget your kindness :(
ReplyDelete:'( Hopefully you two will have a Black Beauty-esqe reunion.
ReplyDeleteHopefully things go well for her. Although her owners may not have said it, thank you for providing her with love and care.
ReplyDeleteAww... I hope she has a wonderful life, I am sure she will be forever grateful for your kindness.
ReplyDeleteBye bye Bay Girl. You reminded me about horses that aren't fortunate enough to be someone's pet, and I wish you the best. I know Andrea took better care of you than probably anyone else ever has or will, but I send you warm thoughts for a healthy foaling and peaceful life.
ReplyDeleteAwww so sad. :( You did such a great job with her. I think she will miss you too. I wish we could see her baby.
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