Turbo 1986-2008
As you may know, Turbo had colic surgery on his small intestines July 1. He had some good days and some bad on the days that followed. Yesterday, he began to actively colic again. They believe a portion of his intestines had it’s blood supply compromised. They believe no horse would survive 2 resectionings, and I wouldn’t have put him through a second surgery anyway. He was put down yesterday evening.
I acquired Turbo while I was in college as an unbroken 2 yr old. I even threw myself a “baby shower” for him (you know me, any excuse for a party). I was so happy that my childhood dream of owning a horse came true. He was always a bit impish, too smart for his own good, and loved to move out on the trail, but he was such a good boy and so much fun!
There’s so much to thank him for. Over the past 20 years, we’ve had many great times together, I’ve made so many wonderful friendships owing him, and being at the barn with him would always wash away my stress of the day.
I’m going to miss him so much. I can’t even imagine…..
Barb
