Midnight's Veterinary Care

Midnight and his companion of many years, Emily, arrived at Blue Horse Rescue on January 18th, 2017. They were settling into their new foster home and doing really well until this past Wednesday when the little gelding Midnight began to show signs of colic.  Our vet determined that it would be best for Midnight to be seen at Steinbecks Country Equine. Once there, after more extensive diagnostics it was determined that Midnight's colic was not a medical fix and that surgery was needed to save this little one. Midnight was immediately prepped and on his way. 

It was a long and grueling day for Midnight - five hours of surgery while his friend Emily anxiously waited for him to return to their stall. (Emily accompanied Midnight to keep him company during this long ordeal).  Midnight's surgery did take an unexpected turn and we learned that this little guy had been eating hair and sticks at some point. Not at all what we expected to hear.

Midnight came through the tough surgery and is now on the bumpy road to recovery.  Today is day 3 of recovery and we are all hoping and praying for him. 

Midnight has passed manure but is still having some cramping and is not yet ready for a liquidy mash, but we are hoping it will be soon. He did get to go out for a short walk this morning with Emily and was perky and curious. Baby steps for now.

Unfortunately, at this point we have to ask for your help towards Midnight's Veterinary Fund and getting him and Emily back home to their wonderful foster mom.  These two little minis have a long life and happy life ahead of them and we want to give Midnight every chance we possible can.

Thanks so much for all the prayers, love and support,

Laurie Dearinger
Blue Horse Rescue

Midnight and Emily's foster mom has offered a $1,000 matching donation to this campaign, so the first $1000 that is donated will instantly grow to $2,000! We can't thank her enough for this generous donation.