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Post by The Right Thing on Sept 19, 2012 5:09:07 GMT
I have an old gelding that i can no longer keep and an old mare that has been his companion for the last 2yrs. At their ages i am not even contemplating trying to find homes for them so am having them put down. I am going to let them go together but cost of vet coming to put them down and then have them taken away is more than i can afford. I have been told to take them myself to Turners but have looked them up and seen a blog which says they don't do it straight away and the though of them being there waiting sometime is making a difficult decision even harder. has anyone ever dealt with Turners and what was your experience?
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Post by whippie on Sept 19, 2012 6:23:32 GMT
Hi there....
I am in the same boat as you and have contacted Turners. If you make an appointment, you can take them on a Friday and they will be done there and then. It costs £70 per horse.
Hope that helps!
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Post by It is right on Sept 19, 2012 6:25:40 GMT
Years ago we took one there I am going back to the 1980's and they did it straight away. Ring them up and enquire they are sympathetic and not monsters. It is not a nice thing for you to have to do but you know if it is the right one and he kindest one. It is also he cheaper option as not everyone can afford to have he vet do it and then pay to have taken away especially x2. Thinking of you
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Post by b on Sept 19, 2012 6:44:50 GMT
Many years ago I was in the same position with our old family pony. Its not nice, but we know when its the right thing to do.
I was in Kent at the time and I phoned Howlets wild animal park in Canterbury. They sent there vet to my yard, the chap was fabulous, they did what they had to do & I stayed with my boy through out all.
He was then then taken away,( they did suggest I didn't watch him loaded as it wasn't very dignified) There was no charge & although I was offered some money I declined, I wasn't interested in the money I just wanted to do what was best for my boy.
Although not every ones choice it may be worth a call to any local safari parks/zoos.
I hope this helps and to know that your not alone in your decision. Best regards
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Post by littlebriars on Sept 19, 2012 6:46:25 GMT
Its not for the faint hearted!! But ring them and make an appointment, they are ok to talk to.... Arrive at your appointment time and they take them straight in. Its not nice, but its the right / kindest decision to make, and at least you know where they are..... Not everybody can afford the vet / knackerman to come out !!
Hope this helps .
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Post by fatcob on Sept 19, 2012 7:10:35 GMT
Yes Turners are very professional. I have taken a friend's horse - so that she could say her goodbyes in the paddock and she did the same for me when the time came.
Appointment made ( leave in plenty of time they are not easy to find) - horse unloaded - a man took him away and less than 5 mins later his headcollar came back and the job was done.
No stress or unpleasantness.
Well done for making this brave decision.
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Post by CarolineNelson on Sept 19, 2012 7:16:23 GMT
I completely agree with the above. Turners are very helpful and will accommodate you on an appointment, so no waiting involved (other than you going to the office to let them know that you have arrived). Take a calm sensible friend or family member with you as you have two horses.
It is a lovely gesture of yours and so sensible, for them to travel together.
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Post by judyh on Sept 19, 2012 7:20:12 GMT
Would your local hunt kennels not come to you?
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Post by viking on Sept 19, 2012 7:28:38 GMT
Well done for making the decision which ever route you chose.
Hunt kennels are worth a try, and in my experience were very efficient.
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Post by The Right Thing on Sept 19, 2012 7:34:00 GMT
Thankyou all for not bashing me, Do the hunt kennels come out to you? i have 2 hunts near me, do i contact the kennels ? Also do they do it here or take them away, i don't want them to see each other being put down
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Post by sageandonion on Sept 19, 2012 7:42:09 GMT
I think this is one of the exceptional cases where borrowing the money to have them put down at home, together in a peaceful restful way is more than justified.
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Post by The Right Thing on Sept 19, 2012 7:50:18 GMT
I think this is one of the exceptional cases where borrowing the money to have them put down at home, together in a peaceful restful way is more than justified. I am a single parent who has just been made redundant and have 2 children, i don't know how i'm going to pay my mortgage in a few months and at the cost of £200 each to be put down and then body disposal of £300 each you will understand that borrowing money for a lovely send off is not something i can financially justify when i may be borrowing to keep a roof over our heads.
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Post by Redsky on Sept 19, 2012 7:55:19 GMT
Have no direct experience of Turner's but have heard they are very professional and not unsympathetic. I'm sure everyone is thinking of you at what must be a very difficult time
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Post by judyh on Sept 19, 2012 7:56:08 GMT
My kennels come to me, I have had 7 PTS over the years (keep them all to the end). Last year my 22 year old mare was PTS in her own paddock by the kennels. She knew nothing and had no stress. I could not put a horse in the box knowing that it was their last journey. Have had one pony injected but think the kennels by far the best. You will find their number in your local directory. Mine is on my mobile in case of emergency-last time they were here within an hour.
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Post by glorybe100 on Sept 19, 2012 8:00:02 GMT
I think this is one of the exceptional cases where borrowing the money to have them put down at home, together in a peaceful restful way is more than justified. Are you talking lethal injection??? It can be extremely stressfull for both owner and horse if if doesnt go to plan, which sometimes it doesnt, You also have to wait for whoever is going to take the horses away to get there so potentially being left for some amount of time with the deceased animals- perhaps that is not ideal as there may be other horses around and it can upset them. Whichever way it is done it is heartbreaking for the owner. Right Thing, I feel for you and im sure you are doing the right thing for your horses, remember the happy times you all had together i think whatever way our horses go the greatest thing we can do is be by their side when we say goodbye xx
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Post by Karen, garrettponies on Sept 19, 2012 8:27:46 GMT
Whatever you decide, its a brave decision. Our local kennels come out to you and dispose. When I made the decision for my lovely girl, I had the vet and injection and the horsey funeral director ( better phrase than knackerman) was booked for the same time. It was quick and efficient, I stayed with her but left when she was loaded. All told it was about £300 which is a lot of money doubled up for two. I understand where you are coming from. Give your kennels a call, sure they will be professional.
Hope it works out for you and you get a new job soon XX
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Post by Redsky on Sept 19, 2012 8:50:57 GMT
I think this is one of the exceptional cases where borrowing the money to have them put down at home, together in a peaceful restful way is more than justified. I am a single parent who has just been made redundant and have 2 children, i don't know how i'm going to pay my mortgage in a few months and at the cost of £200 each to be put down and then body disposal of £300 each you will understand that borrowing money for a lovely send off is not something i can financially justify when i may be borrowing to keep a roof over our heads. Oh god you are having a rough time, you are right to be sensible and avoid taking on e debt, keeping your home and feeding your kids has got to take priority. I am the worst sentimental old fool but needs must. Have you got a horsey friend who will go with you for physical support and emotional support? And possibly even to drive the wagon home afterwards as you will no doubt be upset. Good luck on the job front, I can guarantee you're not the only one in this position at the moment
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Post by CarolineNelson on Sept 19, 2012 8:51:50 GMT
I think this is one of the exceptional cases where borrowing the money to have them put down at home, together in a peaceful restful way is more than justified. Are you talking lethal injection??? It can be extremely stressfull for both owner and horse if if doesnt go to plan, which sometimes it doesnt, You also have to wait for whoever is going to take the horses away to get there so potentially being left for some amount of time with the deceased animals- perhaps that is not ideal as there may be other horses around and it can upset them. Whichever way it is done it is heartbreaking for the owner. Right Thing, I feel for you and im sure you are doing the right thing for your horses, remember the happy times you all had together i think whatever way our horses go the greatest thing we can do is be by their side when we say goodbye xx I think that the OP has made a brave and very sensible decision, particularly given her circumstances. It was a tad unfair to unnecessarily throw other, very personal ideas into the pot. And if the horses liked travelling to 'parties' in their heyday, they will enjoy the journey. After all, they have no preconception of where they are going. Stick to your decision, you are being both sensible and brave. I do agree with fatcob though, the last few miles are along slow country lanes, so allow time to drive in comfort.
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Post by glorybe100 on Sept 19, 2012 8:55:35 GMT
Sorry have i said something wrong? apologies if i have i was disputing sageandonions post
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Post by nj on Sept 19, 2012 9:21:13 GMT
Aww bless really feel for you and the hard decision that you have had to make, can I just ask or I may be extremely thick, but how does the cost of putting them to sleep be so horrific where some posters are located??? all in all it only cost us 50punds to put ours to sleep a couple of months ago , it's just out of interest guys, but to the OP, i admire you for doing the best thing for your horses, they could easily have been passed from piller to post, and be worse off, so whatever decision you make i'm sure you will do the right thingxxxxxxxxx
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Post by B_31 on Sept 19, 2012 9:32:59 GMT
OP really resepct your decision to take responsibility for your animals.... family comes first above horses and i really feel for your situation I dont know about Turners - but just wanted to say i have a lot of respect for someone who does (in my opinion) the right things by their animals and not fobbing them off onto someone else. nj - cost me (4 years ago) almost £550 to have my horse pts by injection. Because i wanted to be there - but quite honestly id consider the bullet next time. Not just for the cost - because they go quicker.
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Post by nj on Sept 19, 2012 9:38:04 GMT
I think I better have another look at the vets bill it could well be a mistake guys.
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Post by flee on Sept 19, 2012 9:41:33 GMT
My sister made the decision to take her horse to Turners but it was me who took him through , and I was with him at the end .Agree - not for the faint hearted but very quick , calm and professional. I've had two done in the back garden at home by Martlands ( Burscough) , same guy both times , and he was absolutely brilliant . I held them myself and it was very calm, quiet and quick and he let me have a few minutes with them to have a good howl afterwards If I have a choice this is how my others will go.Don't ever watch them being winched into the wagon though . Well done for dealing with a difficult decision so considerately and responsibly . Your horses are lucky to have you .
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Post by helle on Sept 19, 2012 9:44:58 GMT
My best wishes to the OP, I have been in the same sitation several times, and it is never an easy decission. But like others have said, well done for being a responsible horse owner and not passing the buck.
Nj, we had a section A pts by injection a few monts ago, and not sure if the cost goes up with size, but she was less than £100. I also had a big warmblood pts about 2 years ago, he cost me £350, again by injection, but I had him cremated and ashes back, hence the larger cost.
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Post by brindlerainbow on Sept 19, 2012 9:46:35 GMT
The hunt kennels will come out and do it at your place. In my area ( Devon ) they charge £100 and that includes taking the horse away afterwards. Depending on how far you have to travel in your lorry/trailer it may be cheaper once you have taken into account the cost of diesel. Good luck, a horrible but necessary thing to do.
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Post by lisadundee on Sept 19, 2012 9:56:58 GMT
I haven't read all the thread but my friend is our local 'meat man' and he supplies to turners. He pays you for the horses and then takes them home where they are well looked after until hi weekly trip to turners and they are then taken to turners and put to sleep. It's a very professional service, feel very sorry for you but at least your not trying to fob them off free to good home like many others do x
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Post by whippie on Sept 19, 2012 10:30:00 GMT
Taxpayer.....When speaking to Turners, £70 is the charge of having a horse put to sleep. If they are intended for human consumption then that is a different matter!
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Post by taxpayer on Sept 19, 2012 10:38:33 GMT
Whippie i did not know they did this service too. As said before, not questioning any choices.
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Post by solitaire sr on Sept 19, 2012 11:13:04 GMT
Bet this is such a heartbreaking desicion for you, but a very brave and imo the right one.
Admire you so much in wanting them both to go together.
xxx
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Post by mel b on Sept 19, 2012 11:31:28 GMT
having had to make the same decision as you i have had both experience of turners and huntsman, turners were really lovely to deal with very sympathic, horse taken straight in and done there and there, however the experience was one i couldnt bear to do again. the kennels route however is definatley the route i would down, they come out to you horse done in own paddock, no stress at all and they take them away after, yes they charge you a small fee but its worth it to have stress free end for both human and horses
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