The Need to Help
At Risk Horses
There are approximately 200,000 unwanted horses annually in the United States. Many of these horses end up in abusive, neglectful situations or are sent to auction which often leads to death. In the year 2020, approximately 36,000 American horses were trucked over our borders to be slaughtered for human consumption. We are out to save as many horses as possible and give them a new life and a new home.
Let's rally together and make a difference in Tiny's journey!
Meet Tiny, the resilient soul who found his way into the loving arms of EOI last December. Shortly after his arrival, we noticed a troubling lameness in his front limbs, prompting a thorough examination by our trusted vet at Bend Equine Medical Center. The diagnosis was heartbreaking: Tiny was grappling with severe and chronic navicular disease.
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Navicular disease is an incurable and painful bony and soft tissue abnormality of the navicular apparatus that is within the hoof. It is progressive over time and in the earlier stages it can be managed with appropriate treatments however we knew that Tiny's was quite severe. Despite our best efforts, including rounds of specialized shoes, injections, and the administration of Osphos, a potent treatment used in human osteoporosis cases, relief remained elusive. EOI invested $4,500 in our unwavering commitment to Tiny's well-being. Now, faced with the reality of treatment failure, we're turning to you, our community, for support. Tiny's next hope lies in a neurectomy procedure, offering him the chance of a more comfortable existence.
With an additional $3,500 needed for his surgery, every contribution brings us closer to easing Tiny's pain and ensuring he enjoys the life he deserves.
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