Sad day at Sunset Lake Ranch

Discussion in 'Rainbow Bridge' started by kelebek, Mar 23, 2010.

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  1. Mar 23, 2010 #1
    kelebek

    kelebek New Member

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    Last night I let the new babies and momma out for the first time to meet the herd. They were having so much fun running and jumping. At 9, I brought them back into the barn stall for bed.

    This morning, I went to bring snow, princess, and the 3 babies out for the day, and I found that itty bit had passed away - dahlia had layed on her. My heart sunk. I worked so hard to save her, and now this... I have never had this happen before and now I am beating myself up that "if I would have just left them out". I know there was nothing I could do, but secretly I wanted to keep that little girl - she stole my heart.

    RIP my little itty bit. Even though it was a short time, you will always be remembered.
     
    kelebek, Mar 23, 2010
    kelebek, Mar 23, 2010
  3. Mar 23, 2010 #2
    farmergal

    farmergal New Member

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    :hug: I am so sorry for your loss.
     
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  5. Mar 23, 2010 #3
    ProctorHillFarm

    ProctorHillFarm New Member

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    Ohhh Allison Im so sorry you lost the little one- it was just a tragic accident. :hug:
     
    ProctorHillFarm, Mar 23, 2010
    ProctorHillFarm, Mar 23, 2010
  6. Mar 23, 2010 #4
    greatcashmeres

    greatcashmeres New Member

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    Allison, I believe no matter the length of time these wee ones are in our lives, the hoof prints on our hearts they leave is everlasting. I believe your girl will be waiting in a special place at the Rainbow Bridge to greet you when that day comes. Also, I believe they forgive us for what we can’t forgive ourselves for. Please let the “what ifs” go, and allow the sweet brief memories, to help you with your grief. :hug: to Momma as well.
     
    greatcashmeres, Mar 23, 2010
    greatcashmeres, Mar 23, 2010
  7. Mar 23, 2010 #5
    kelebek

    kelebek New Member

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    I have a question how do you all keep the momma's from laying on their babies. I never have had this happen before ..............
     
    kelebek, Mar 23, 2010
    kelebek, Mar 23, 2010
  8. Mar 23, 2010 #6
    goatnutty

    goatnutty Active Member

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    Alison- I'm sorry but you must know it is not your fault at all. As for how I haven't really found a good way Belle stepped on her bucklings a couple times but really thats a good question....*hug*
     
    goatnutty, Mar 23, 2010
    goatnutty, Mar 23, 2010
  9. Mar 23, 2010 #7
    myfainters

    myfainters New Member

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    Allison, I am sorry that this happened! That is always one of my biggest fears when the does have multiples... they seem to keep track of twins just fine but triplets,quads and more just tend to lay everywhere.... when my kids are locked up in stalls with momma I keep a "kid hut" in there.... they feel cozy in there and that is where they all curl up to sleep....mom can't get in there so it minimizes the chance for accidents. My kid huts are just barrels with a little hole cut in the side for them to come in and out..

    I am so sorry for your loss. :tears:
     
    myfainters, Mar 23, 2010
    myfainters, Mar 23, 2010
  10. Mar 23, 2010 #8
    StaceyRosado

    StaceyRosado Administrator Staff Member Supporting Member

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    never had to do anything to keep the mom's from laying on the babies -- never had that happen before.

    So sorry :hug: its ten times worse when its one thats so special :(
     
    StaceyRosado, Mar 23, 2010
    StaceyRosado, Mar 23, 2010
  11. Mar 23, 2010 #9
    Epona142

    Epona142 The farm that Hope began

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    I'm so sorry :hug:
     
    Epona142, Mar 23, 2010
    Epona142, Mar 23, 2010
  12. Mar 23, 2010 #10
    Lawanda

    Lawanda New Member

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    :( I am so sorry for your loss :cry:
     
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  13. Mar 23, 2010 #11
    kelebek

    kelebek New Member

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    I had a plastic "bin" on its side in there for them - with bedding, but they wouldn't come in it ---- silly critters. I wonder if maybe those plastic barrels would be better.

    Thank you everyone - I am a little heartbroke. It has been a REALLY bad week (since sunday) for me and this just topped it off.
     
    kelebek, Mar 23, 2010
    kelebek, Mar 23, 2010
  14. Mar 23, 2010 #12
    toth boer goats

    toth boer goats Moderator Staff Member Supporting Member

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    I am so sorry Allison... That is heart breaking.... :( :hug:
     
    toth boer goats, Mar 23, 2010
    toth boer goats, Mar 23, 2010
  15. Mar 23, 2010 #13
    Shelly Borg

    Shelly Borg New Member

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    I am so sorry. :(
     
    Shelly Borg, Mar 23, 2010
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  16. Mar 23, 2010 #14
    liz

    liz Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry Allison :hug:

    Little Bit really stole alot of hearts, such a teeny girl that her mama likely didn't realize she layed on her, this is not your fault at all :hug:
     
    liz, Mar 23, 2010
    liz, Mar 23, 2010
  17. Mar 23, 2010 #15
    WalnutGroveFarm

    WalnutGroveFarm Senior Member

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    Im so sorry for your loss. It hurts so bad to lose them.
     
    WalnutGroveFarm, Mar 23, 2010
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  18. Mar 23, 2010 #16
    cdtrum

    cdtrum New Member

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    :hug: I'm so sorry :(
     
    cdtrum, Mar 23, 2010
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  19. Mar 24, 2010 #17
    farmgirl1

    farmgirl1 New Member

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    Sooo Sorry for your loss. Just remember that you couldn't prevent it and it's not your fault. Hope you feel better and again very very sorry about the loss. And hope your week gets better!
     
    farmgirl1, Mar 24, 2010
    farmgirl1, Mar 24, 2010
  20. Mar 24, 2010 #18
    farmgirl42

    farmgirl42 New Member

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    Oh, I'm so sorry for your loss of itty bit. :hug:
     
    farmgirl42, Mar 24, 2010
    farmgirl42, Mar 24, 2010
  21. Mar 25, 2010 #19
    shadycreekgoats

    shadycreekgoats New Member

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    So sorry Allsion... :hug: :hug:
     
    shadycreekgoats, Mar 25, 2010
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  22. Mar 25, 2010 #20
    OhCee

    OhCee Yak Lady

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    Awww no :( I'm so sorry Allison! I'm sure your other babies will be happy to cheer you up with silliness and antics if you go watch them for a little while :)
     
    OhCee, Mar 25, 2010
    OhCee, Mar 25, 2010
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