mistersmom
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Post by mistersmom on Jul 10, 2014 19:02:06 GMT
I think I saw a thread here (or maybe "there") about this but I can't seem to find it now. So this may be morbid, but do any of you have directives or plans for your horses (well, all your animals) for when you pass away? Since Mister is 24 and a stallion, it's not going to be as easy for my family to rehome him should something happen to me. I wish I could find a specific person or at least some potential people who I would feel comfortable with having as suggestions for my family, just in case, you know? Maybe one of you would take him? I'd give him to you for free!  At this point, I would almost rather my family put him down than risk him falling into the wrong hands.  |
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Post by horselover4life on Jul 10, 2014 19:08:29 GMT
Well I am hoping you are NOT being cryptic in telling us something...
Chances are you will outlive Mister with him being the age he is...
You can make a directive you know with your express wishes in it so you have peace that he will not fall into the wrong hands... yes, if it is your wish that he be laid to rest when you pass... it will be done.
Set aside a account to cover the expense and appoint someone who oversees your final wishes and your estate to have the arrangements made and carried out.
It is not morbid to want what is best for your animals if you pass.
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Post by lorddaxter on Jul 10, 2014 19:34:13 GMT
One can tell you're going on vacation, that always runs through my head too!
I have no idea what will happen to mine either, it's quite scary isn't it, I'm hoping I can find a nice horse retirement place like HL's soon so I can have that plan, leave my house to keep them, should be enough, unfortunately I can't seem to find one, canada doesn't seem to have any or many:(
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Terry
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Post by Terry on Jul 11, 2014 0:45:18 GMT
My hubby and I have had this discussion before. If something happened to both of us I still don't know what would happen with our cats and our dog, but as for the horses, hubby has already informed me that if something happened to me, he couldn't (wouldn't??) keep the horses, so I told him that I would want him to talk to the trainer I hired for Zena. She's a wonderful person and an exceptional trainer, and I think that, even if she couldn't keep them herself, she would be a good choice to take care of them and help them find good new homes. However, if something happened to hubby, I told him I'd need to find myself a "sugar daddy" quick, because I have no intention of giving up my house or my horses!  
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Lipizzan
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Post by Lipizzan on Jul 13, 2014 12:46:13 GMT
I have never been thinking about this because my mare who I am planing to have all my life is 10 , and I am 20. It is easier with dogs and cats. But not many people would take a horse just like that and take care of it. It is a big responsibility.
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mistersmom
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Post by mistersmom on Jul 13, 2014 14:29:11 GMT
No worries HL4L - I'm not hinting to anything. As far as I know, I will live another 50 years. However, it is always good to be prepared - just in case. I have lost 3 friends in the last year, all to complications with diabetes, two of which were my age (36). So it makes me think that maybe I should be be prepared. I would like to get my will written soon and thought I should include something about the pets. For now, I think my best option is sadly to have him join me in the afterlife. However, I will keep my eyes and ears out for other possible solutions. |
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Post by horselady on Jul 13, 2014 15:47:46 GMT
Having a retirement facility i face the opposite situation, now that the horse is here what happens to the people is my concern. If the horse goes on. i make it clear to all of my boarders that they make arrangements to have the horses board paid. NOW if that never happens i will keep that horse until it passes. i have done that and will continue to do it.
as for my personal horses my kids know who to sell and who to keep,(I have a list) and if they want my property they will abide by what i have said.
you need to make it clear, in writing, what your intentions are. and if you choose to send your horse to ME i will take care of it like he/she were mine. again my fees are fair.
Someone that is on my fb page has put it in his will that if his dog survives him the dog is to be euthanized and cremated and his ashes placed in the coffin.
I see so many times that the cat. dog. bird from a family member is in a shelter or being sold on craigs list because the family does not want it. makes me cringe. selfish relatives. but i bet they are at the house just gorging on personal belongings and monies.
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mistersmom
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Post by mistersmom on Jul 13, 2014 15:58:05 GMT
I agree HL - it is so sad to see all they poor pets that have ended up for sale or adoption because their owner has passed. They just don't understand why they are no longer wanted.
I'm not too concerned about my cats as I think someone in my family will take care of them but will talk to them about it anyway to make sure we are all on the same page.
HL, would you have someplace to keep a stallion? he gets along great with geldings. It might be an option I will consider.
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Post by horselady on Jul 13, 2014 16:12:19 GMT
I have two of my own now. both are older. AND WHEN AND IF THAT TIMES COMES. we will make a place for him . as i stated my fees are reasonable, i hope you find someone close by to take care of him IF it happens. just look around, but i will be glad to help.
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kskatt
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Post by kskatt on Jul 13, 2014 17:05:47 GMT
I have never been thinking about this because my mare who I am planing to have all my life is 10 , and I am 20. It is easier with dogs and cats. But not many people would take a horse just like that and take care of it. It is a big responsibility. I hope you live to be 100! smileys-flowers-548267But, I do see obituaries of way too many young people. It's never too soon to make plans, then update every 5 years or when adding or subtracting animals. How is it easier w/ dogs and cats? Here in the states, it is not easy; like all the poor animals in shelters or on craigslist. If you have advice, I'd love to know, I've got many cats and two dogs. |
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mingiz
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Post by mingiz on Jul 14, 2014 0:52:07 GMT
All mine will be buried on this farm. Who ever goes first I or Lint. They will here and the kids will take care of them until the time comes. Hopefully I will out live JR. The other 2 are 7 so Tony and Jess will hopefully take care of them.
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Lipizzan
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Post by Lipizzan on Jul 15, 2014 12:08:53 GMT
I have never been thinking about this because my mare who I am planing to have all my life is 10 , and I am 20. It is easier with dogs and cats. But not many people would take a horse just like that and take care of it. It is a big responsibility. I hope you live to be 100! smileys-flowers-548267But, I do see obituaries of way too many young people. It's never too soon to make plans, then update every 5 years or when adding or subtracting animals. How is it easier w/ dogs and cats? Here in the states, it is not easy; like all the poor animals in shelters or on craigslist. If you have advice, I'd love to know, I've got many cats and two dogs. I meant in a way that cats and dogs are smaller animals and can be easier rehomed then horses, am I right? Horses are big responsibility, and you need to have a lot of space and money to take care of them. If something does happen to me I have a lot of friends with horses for who I know would take my horse just like that. |
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At this point, I would almost rather my family put him down than risk him falling into the wrong hands. 
