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A tragic loss of beloved horse to colic

$477 of $1,900 goal
Given by 12 generous donors in 4 weeks

Vet bill for deceased horse, lost to tragic colic complications.

Waiuku, Auckland

On the 6th June my beautiful boy Al (Allure) coliced, after 2 vet visits at home he was rushed to the equine hospital. He survived the night but the next day developed neurological issues and went blind. We all raced to the hospital and were with him as he passed.

Unfortunately the vet bills and burial totalled $5700.

I have been selling all his gear including his beautiful saddle that was made for him to clear the bills.

After 12 wonderful years together selling all his gear has been so very hard. But even with selling his gear and other items the bill has not been cleared. The vet is now charging interest which means the progress made by selling gear is being eaten away.

I have tried to do this alone but am resigned to the fact I need help, but it is hard to ask for.

One day I may ride again, but do not know if I could ever replace my beautiful boy.

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Clear the balance of the vet bill with Equestrian hospital

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Thank you  20 November 2023

Due to all your kindness I have managed to reduce the vet bill to $650 (excluding interest as I refuse to consider that as part of the bill).

My goal was to clear the bill by the end of the year and I am hopeful that I will make it. A few extra hours worked and some more sales and I'll be there.

I could not have done this without you all, thank you from the bottom of my heart, much love.

Sara & Al (Allure)

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Mark
Mark on 28 Oct 2023
Sorry for your loss ❤️‍🩹
$50
Sara Cale

Thank you, every dollar helps and makes me feel overwhelmed by peoples generosity.

Sara Cale
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 27 Oct 2023
$30
Sara Cale

Thank you so much

Sara Cale
Sarah
Sarah on 22 Oct 2023
<3
$50
Sara Cale

Thank you so much, I am finally seeing an end to this vet bill

Sara Cale
Ila & Jason
Ila & Jason on 20 Oct 2023
$50
Sara Cale

Thank you so much, every $1 is getting me closer to getting happier memories back.

Sara Cale
Sandy
Sandy on 19 Oct 2023
If only our unicorns lived forever 💕
$50
Sara Cale

They do, but only in our broken hearts. The rainbow bridge has had far too many visits recently :( Thank you so much for helping

Sara Cale

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This campaign started on 15 Oct 2023 and ended on 15 Nov 2023.