It is with sad hearts that we report the passing of SAFE Alumni, Banner. Banner was a 24-year-old gelding who came to SAFE with another sweet boy, Buddy, who passed in September 2020, with Banner by his side. On April 30th, his loving and caring adopter Casey, found Banner in extreme pain and was able to have her veterinarian out to Banner right away. Despite a dose of Banamine, his heart rate remained highly elevated and on further exam by Dr. Anne, a large tumor was as discovered on rectal exam. Because Banner was so uncomfortable, the right decision was made to not make him keep fighting and was laid to rest. Below is a statement from Casey, which describes Banner so well.
“Banner was such a sweet old gentleman and a perfect companion for my other gelding. They followed each other everywhere. While one of them laid down to sleep, the other would stand watch. They would share the same tree for shade and huddle together in winter storms. Banner’s other big love in life was food. He nickered when he heard the grain being poured and gave grumpy ears if dinner was late. His last few hours today were spent grazing the bright green spring grass.”
Our thoughts go out to Casey, who loved Banner so much and provided him with the life he deserved.
