Emergency colic situation with Aurora - a rescued Belgian Draft horse saved from slaughter Ep.84
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Episode 84
Back a few months ago we worked with another rescue group to save a Belgian Draft horse who we named Aurora. This sweet horse went through so much. She was dumped at a kill pen and was almost sent to slaughter. After we picked her up and got her to the farm we found out that she was extremely underweight. We found out she had cellulitis in her back leg along with Squamous cell carcinoma tumors in both of her eyes. After having surgery to remove the tumors and two weeks of chemotherapy we had Aurora on the road to recovery and enjoying retirement life! She was receiving acupuncture every two weeks to help her lymphatic system move some of the fluid through her leg to reduce the swelling. She made friends with one of our other rescued horses Amelia. They were best friends and went everywhere together.
Last week we had an emergency colic situation with Aurora. This video is everything that happened with Aurora. Rescuing senior horses is always challenging because you don't know their history and what they have been through. Our mission is to give them the best retirement life we can give them for as long as they have. Live everyday to the fullest as tomorrow is never promised.
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Thank you for giving Aurora the best two months of her life.
You gave Aurora the best part of her life. She knew she was loved. Run free sweet Aurora 😢😢💔💔💔🌈🌈
*That's a tough job you do every day and you perform it with grace and dignity. And LOVE.* Aurora was used, abused, half-starved and lived a whole lifetime of misery, pain and suffering. *UNTIL YOU.* You made her last days sweeter and anointed your loving care on her beautiful, gentle soul. God Bless you and help ease your emotional pain. TO ALL ON THIS CHANNEL: please donate a few dollars!
@kkdoc7864
3 ай бұрын
Do you feed the horses 2x a day or do they have access to food 24/7? Is it true that constant access to food cuts down on ulcers and colic issues? (I do not know the answer to this question, so this is in no way meant to criticize. In fact, none of my comments are ever meant to criticize, only to ask questions).
@kkdoc7864
3 ай бұрын
I am so sorry you lost Aurora, but you absolutely made the right choice. It’s definitely not fair to let any animal suffer! Gif bless you, Julie. Sounds like she did have a volvulus. .
@micheledavis7591
3 ай бұрын
The best way to prevent colic is to use hay bags so there is access to hay 24/7. Feeding once or twice a day isn't as good as constant access with hay bags.
@kkdoc7864
3 ай бұрын
@@micheledavis7591 that was exactly my question!
@lianeschwarzwalder7289
3 ай бұрын
Hi Mary Mercedes it's me - your friend from Germany. Do you feel fine? ❤ Liane 🇩🇪
Have you ever thought of having a place in the barn to display a picture and name plate of those who passed? A memorial or remembrance. I am so sorry for her loss. When you save a draft horse it is so special.
@Kim-lc3fv
3 ай бұрын
Or a little garden or little newly planted tree.
She was loved and blessed to live out her last days with you.
I' m so sorry for your loss. However, the time Aurora spent with you was the best part of her life. Thank you for all your love for these beautiful giants. Wishing Elias a speedy and full recovery.
@user-pw4sl6bt8l
3 ай бұрын
What a loss, they are all so precious. I have deleted your channel. The updates are few and far between I am saddened when I check every day and still nothing. Good health to all of you.
@darlenemckay265
3 ай бұрын
@@user-pw4sl6bt8lreally????
@fleminj2pa
3 ай бұрын
@@user-pw4sl6bt8l could you be any more crass and self absorbed? Why not simply go away quietly?
@floydstowe
3 ай бұрын
Taking care of that many animals is a full time job don't know how she has any time
@darlenemckay265
3 ай бұрын
@@floydstoweexactly, I only have 7 and I'd have trouble finding time to make videos!
Your unshakable love for your animals is incredibly moving. Time heals... She is happy now with her maker. And remember, she couldn't have possibly been in a more loving home. Animals can break your heart like no other, we don't associate them with evil. But they're worth all the pain in the world. God bless you, and heal your broken heart. You're incredibly sensitive, and that's what makes you love so much. You've touched our hearts profoundly. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
If her journey was at an end, I’m grateful it ended with you. Thanks for all you do for these gentle souls.
So very sorry for your loss. This is such a difficult choice but keeping Aurora from suffering was the best choice. She was very very happy with you. Rescue has a lot of joy and a lot of sadness. Keep in mind you are offering them the best life and they know it.
It doesn't matter how long or short you have them. It will always break your heart to do the last act of kindness. She finally knew before she crossed the rainbow bridge. You did the right thing sweetie. You loved her more in the few months. That she was with yall. Then her previous owners did with 18 plus years they had with her.
Alongside giving an old abused horse a few calm, comfortable and happy months of retirement, the gift of the last àct of kindness is such a real blessing, you always try until there is no option left so please take some strength from knowing how much your care means to these horses.
I am very, very sorry for your loss! She was a beautiful soul and you've made her last months as beautiful as she was. Thank you for everything you did for her! ❤Run free beautiful Aurora! ❤❤❤
You did everything that you could. She was happy while she was with you. Avoiding pain and misery is just one more way of showing your love.
Poor girl. You gave her the best life. Her pain was horrible but did everything you could. Sweet girl, fly high now and be free. I know your heart breaks. You are incredible. This is more than likely due to the starvation and everything else she suffered in her life. At least she left this world knowing what love and bliss was. Watching her run free through the pasture for this first time in her life, having horse friends, getting just to be a horse and being able to make her own decisions for the first time in her life. You gave her all of that. You should be so proud that you are blessed to be able to do this. I am very proud of you💕🙏
RIP ❤AURORA ❤Thanks to everyone at Fletcher farm for making her last few months enjoyable for her. You will be rewarded🎉❤
So sorry for the loss of Aurora, but you provided her with love, kindness and the best last days of her life. Thanks for sharing her with us ❤
I’m so sorry for your loss of Aurora. You did all that you could for her and gave her so much love and kindness. You could see how much she enjoyed her life with you and her friends. Thank you for loving and caring for these beautiful horses.🙏🙏❤️. Prayers for Elias🙏🙏🙏❤️
Oh Julie 😢 my heart is breaking for you. I can't believe you are going through this again. I had so prayed for her to have a long retirement with being loved. She had the most love anyone could have give her, sadly not the time. I'm sure it's all the years of such a hard working life and a lot of neglect that it takes such a toll on their bodies. It feels like it gets harder with each horse you lose. Knowing they had all found love, trust, happiness with lots of friends makes it easier. The video of her was just so heartwarming bringing tears to my eyes 😢 💔🌈
Two months of good food, a true sense of security, family and love. Godspeed, Aurora.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
Hello Julie and Cory -- I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Aurora. She appeared to be a real character with sassy friends like herself. Her time with you was all too brief . . . but she was well cared for and even pampered. Aurora would be the first to say Thank You for Saving Me from a horrible death! You did all that you could for this precious mare, just like all of your other rescues. Many hugs, 💓🐴🤠
This is the hardest part of rescuing older animals. Never knowing how long you will have them, and how quickly things change. You are doing wonderful work providing these deserving creatures with all the love and kindness that you can.
Aurora had a better end of life than she would have, had she not been rescued from slaughter. You made all the difference. She knew love and kindness.
I’m so sorry. 😢 She had love, freedom, and tender care during her final days.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words.
Aurora knew she was loved, she spent her last earthly days in a safe haven where she had friends and loving care. You guys are the most compassionate people. Thank you for all you do for our friends.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you! We appreciate the kind words.
RIP beautiful girl. You left this World knowing you were loved. ❤
Rest in Peace Aurora. Thanks for all your love and help with Aurora.❤😊❤
Your TLC gave her the best time of her life. God bless
Such a beautiful gal.Love seeing her run.She was truly happy at Fletchers,thats what was important.Rest in peace big girl❤
I'm so sorry,Julie, on the loss of Aurora. She was such a sweetheart. You did the best by her for the time you had her, and you made the hardest but best decision for her in her time of crisis. She will live on in all our hearts. She's not in pain anymore. And I bet you she's eating grass in a beautiful meadow with Lucky and Finn. As Walt Whitman once said, "When i😢die, I want to go where the animals are!" She will never be forgotten as long as you have your rescue!! Love and hugs from your friend, the Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn 💖 🇨🇦
My heart hurts for both of you. She was a beautiful girl. I’m so glad she spent the end of her life with friends and so much love.
R.I.P. Aurora such a beautiful girl she finally had the best time of her life…you both are so wonderful for the great things you do♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
So sorry for your loss. You gave her the best care and love. When she needed you most, you stepped up and put her first.
This is so heartbreaking😓 I'm so sorry for your loss...Aurora was a happy horse in her last month, that's all that matters....R.I.P. sweet girl and run free across the green fields in heaven🙏🕯🌈❤❤❤ A dono is on the way...may God bless you Julie and Cory ❤
Beautiful see Aurora running. She was free on so many levels and experienced kindness and companionship. Thank you FF.
This makes me so sad, but I'm glad she knew love, friendship, happiness, and great food for a little while at least. Some horses are not so lucky. RIP dear Aurora. You will be missed sweetie.
Oh Julie, another heart wrenching video, oh I feel for you, when your voice started to go my tears started to follow. You and your husband bless your hearts to an amazing job with all the horse's that you rescue. She enjoyed her time with you. ❤❤❤ Thank you for all that you do, are all that you will be doing in the future. My heart is with you even thow I am miles away from you, always thinking of you. You have the photos and the memories my friend. You take care 😘😘😘❤❤❤. XXX
What u, the bh foundation does, for the lovely big hearted gentle giants is SO MEANINGFUL. Just think.. they got to live within a caring loving community and pass on in the arms of those who love them. Amazing, so blessed. Thank you, thank you Lord, for these people and their mission. 🌿💐💚💐🌿
From far away Amelia and Aurora looked like twins. Aurora was lucky she was adopted by you, loved by you, had a great life with you , and did not experience being slaughtered. You and your family gave her a great life that she always wanted.
I'm so sorry for the loss of Aurora. It's nice she had a few months of love and freedom. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
The love you show your animals is incredible! From the first time they meet you, they know they are loved! I am sorry for your loss, but rest assured each horse knows they have finally come home to you!😢
@lousylvester923
3 ай бұрын
You gave her the best life she had ever had Just know that she got her wings with you by her side, she loved you and knew you loved her. God has given you a gift. You are so blessed. ❤
Y'all did well & from the beginning to the end, gave her far more than the Amish ever did. May God bless you & hold you in his hands. 😿🙏🌻🐾🐾
It never gets easy, even when it’s the right thing to do. God bless dear Aurora. And God bless you too..
Aurora was so happy at your place. She seemed to enjoy her freedom to run and play to the fullest. I'm sure she felt blessed to have you to care for her every day. You guys are wonderful!
She lived her best life with you all 😢 God bless you and everything you all do 👏💕
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful horse Aurora. God bless you for rescuing her, loving and caring for her for the time that you had her she knew she was loved and when she passed she passed with love. Run free sweet Aurora, 💔💕🐎🌹🌈
Thank you for recueing and giving her her freedom. You could tell she was feeling so much better so chipper and running around playing enjoying life. Sorry she passed away but you gave her freedom and lots of love. You could tell she was happy ❤❤❤❤
So sad but thank you for giving her love and care at the end of her life. Bless you.
You gave Aurora a dignified two month's and she was clearly happy.
You have a heart of gold anyone can see in your face and hear in your voice how much you care for the horses that come under your care they are very lucky that you find them I am so sorry for your loss
She will be running free and waiting for you in heaven❤❤❤ Thanks for your love to these sweet horses
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Donated. Aurora was a stunning, beautiful looking horse. You did the best you could. So sorry for your loss.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you! We appreciate your support and generosity.
Thank you! I can only echo the kind words of all your other followers. I add more Blessings to you & Cory for your love & care to Aurora & all the creatures in your care.❤
I am struck by the contrast of your sad message and the new feline playfulness behind you, enjoying their new life. It's a reminder that life does continue and that even in devastating sadness we can find moments of joy. Thanks for all you do to love and care for these sweet beings.
You're a good mama. You gave her the best. Now it's God's time with her. God Bless you for the love you give them.
I’m so sorry about Aurora. You did the right thing. Very humane. Thank you
Thank God for people who care about important things God bless you
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
She was so lucky to have had you help her in the end. And she did have a good life with you guys, even if it was a short time. So grateful for the work you do!
She looked so happy! You gave her a wonderful ending for her life! Bless you for all you do to give these beautiful horses the best life!
Aurora brought me to happy tears the day she realised she was safe and in Nirvana. I will never ever forget how she played like a toddler 😢 RIP Aurora. I am so very sorry to hear this news❤sending you hugs 🫂
Aurora was had a good two months free of non care and died surrounded by love. So sorry for your love. She is running free now.
I am so very sorry for your loss.You work so hard and love so big.You gave Aurora the freedom to be herself ,and to be lovingly cared for. Now she continues her journey over the rainbow bridge,free from suffering. The work you do is truly amazing.✨️🙏💖🙏✨️
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for all of you.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
I am so so sorry but you let her go with dignity and caring. Bless you and her.
So sorry for you both and Aurora. You put your hearts and souls into your horses. She was beautiful. God bless.
You did everything right...especially giving her the last act of kindness. Please know that she lived her best life ... in the end...with you. ❤ 🙏💔
Everything that was humanly possible, you did; and then you gave her an easy crossing. Be at peace. The pain will pass, and you have good memories of her.
Julie, thank you so much for all the love you give. Aurora walking with Amelia on that last day is the sweetest thing ever. Without your courage and love, she would have never experienced such joy in this life. That happy basket of kittens behind you represents the reason we are all here. I'm pretty sure Aurora is somewhere bragging about her last home right now. The love you share with the horses and everyone is certain to be rippling out to those who need it.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the beautiful comment! We truly appreciate your support.
You gave her the best medical care you could. It doesn't get easier to lose one. It's been a hard year. Big hugs for your efforts. ❤
Its always hard even when its the right decision! Thank you for giving her a better ending than what she would have had!
This rolling when they have a colic is dangerous, that’s when they start entangling their guts😮 very sad but otherwise her end would have been very painful…it happend so quickly …but she was loved and treasured for the last time she had here …RIP Good Girl…❤
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
You are correct
I’m so sorry for the loss of this beautiful lady. You did everything you could. You are such a blessing to these horses.❤❤❤
Julie sweet girl with a heart the size of the giants you Both rescue ...your love is what they feel friend. Gosh I am so so grateful for all your family does 💕
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! We appreciate your support!
You gave her everything you could. I believe she knew that.🕊️ Unfortunately in rescue over just retirement, this is going to happen more frequently after what they already survived. That's why compassion fatigue is so real. Don't beat yourself up and we all appreciate your efforts, service to those beautiful horses and your determination to ensure the best loving care.💜
BIG HUGS to you and my sincere Thank You for giving Aurora a chance to live like a horse should. Because of you, Aurora knew some kindness and love and got to be part of your herd. We all wish she could have been here longer, at least she made it to Fletcher Farms for a few muffins!
What a wonderful way to retire...not the tremendous pain she was in, but the love that you gave her, her new herd, her retirement, she knew you loved her and cared. She had horse friends as well as human who loved her and were kind, not expecting anything in return. I am sorry for your loss, but God willing she's in an even greener pasture with more love than anyone can imagine (and we can imaging a lot!) God bless you, your husband, your farm and the wonderful staff at the clinic. Rest in peace Miss Aurora. I don't even know you personally and yet I am crying for your sad loss. I am thankful you are no longer in pain.
Im so sorry Julie that you lost dear Aurora !💔💔she was a beautiful lady and knew that she was truly loved! So very painful-a very nice tribute for a beautiful girl who for sure will be missed!💔💔😢😢❤️
Although my heart is breaking, I know you made the right decision to let Aurora go. And watching your clips of her running in the pasture tells me that she enjoyed her life with you. When dealing with older individuals, be they equine or human, our hearts need to be aware that some will leave sooner than we'd like - so every day/hour/minute of freedom, dignity, peace & love they receive is special. You & Corey are providing a wonderful place for these beautiful horses to enjoy their remaining time on earth. Thank you so very much.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the beautiful comment. We truly appreciate your support!
So sorry for your loss. It is a horrible time but you could not have done anymore ❤
Beautiful video and tribute for Aurora. She was lovely God bless her journey 🙏❤🐎🕊
Donated. You and Cory are so amazing in all you do and all you both are. You give these precious hearts SUCH an AWESOME retirement. Aurora had her BEST life with you. Thank you so much for that and sharing your Farm with us x
The spirit of Aurora will never leave you because you were her home.
She had such a beautiful face. I had to put my horse down 30 years ago and I still miss her. Nothing harder.
I’m so sorry for the loss of Aurora. You guys do your best to take care of these amazing animals. Thank you for all you do.
So sorry. At least Aurora had a chance to know love, and belonging. Her greener pastures await.
So so sorry but you did all you could do for her and her last days were her best. She was loved & happy & you can't really ask for more than that ,plus she was humanely put down & rescued from the killers. Now she is free from any pain & old age. May she rest in peace ❤. God bless you for being her compassionate friend.❤
Licht und Liebe für dich. Aurora du Wunderschöne 🌈🧡
Oh No, No, No!!! I just knew when I saw ur beautiful face something was wrong! I'm just heartbroken for you, Julie! Just absolutely a huge lost!! 💔🙏🙏😭 So so sorry! Please know you will see her one day! I pray God's Merciful Grace to cover you and Corey in this hard place.....May God Bless you, other animals and your horses and keep you safe!!! ❤🐎❤️
Julie, Cory and BigHoof Foundation, you are simply the best thing for these beautiful creatures... opening your hearts to them and staying with them through thick and thin. As difficult as it is to watch these types of videos, it is nothing compared to what you go through as you try to help when the horses are unwell. Of course, I cried watching the tribute to Aurora, especially watching her run and be with her bestie, Amelia. I hope Amelia is managing alright with the loss of her friend! So glad Elias is doing better. Loved watching the kitties romp around you and hearing the pigeons and birds, despite the serious nature of your message. Thank you again for all that you do! ♥
I'm so sorry for your loss ❤ you gave her the best of her life she was happy had friends and you loved her and cared for her ,And you gave her " the last act of kindness "and love
I remember losing my horse to colic even I was young 🥺💔 sorry for your loss
OH NO I am so so sorry you had to let Aurora go but she new in the short time you had her she was loved and she loved you in return. RIP Aurora
Thank you for the update. The video shows what an emotional rollercoaster it is looking after these majestic horses and how their health can turn on a sixpence. It is a huge responsibility looking after them all. You do a magnificent job Julie & Corey and everyone on the board doing your very best to give these beautiful horses their best life. It's very sad to hear of Aurora's passing but as others have commented she had a lovely, caring home with you ❤️🐴 It's a shame she didn't have longer with you but you gave her a wonderful home ❤️❤️🐴🐴
I’m so sorry about your loss. You gave Aurora the best two months of her life. What you do to save these beautiful horses is wonderful. Praying Elias gets well soon. Bless you and the horses. ❤😢
Your pain at telling Aurora's story revealed the inevitable outcome, and I am so sorry for the loss of this poor mare....she paid the ultimate price of her ill treatment before she found your farm. Peace be with Aurora and with you.
@FletcherFarmsAmarillo
3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
I am so sorry for your loss. You are a good horse Mom, Julie.
Loss is so hard. You try so hard for each individual that you rescue. From day one, each knows love and care. No matter their background, when they arrive at Fletcher Farm they are SAFE, fed and watered and treated for any and all health issues. You are so loving and patient and gentle with each horse. Your organization is making a giant difference in each horse's life. Prayers to help you through a loss, and for each resident to have a well earned happy, healthy retirement. Thank you for all you do. We love the videos, that allow us to meet and get to know each rescue. ❤😍 Aurora, gentle soul you will be missed., enjoy the rainbow bridge pastures and be pain free. ❤
She looks like she had an absolute ball at your place! Thank you for giving that to her and I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤
Bless you for having the heart and courage to love, care for and embrace each individual horse for the treasured time they share with you. Hugs❤
I am so very sorry for your loss of Aurora. Thanks to you, she got to know the good life Too short, but she can rest in love🌈 I hope Aurora's best friend, Amelia, is ok. Julie, youre so brave and so very committed to those lovely, rescued animals. I know how you're hurting. Big, big hug to you❣️
Tears! So sorry for your loss. Love seeing her in the wide open spaces of Texas!! You did the right thing in the end!!❤️