Update on Amara the draft horse who was rescued after being in an accident and saved from slaughter.

Episode 67 - Please watch this video in its entirety!
If you have not seen any of Amara's videos I would suggest that you watch episode 60, 61 and 62 before you watch this video (links below). We rescued a Belgian Draft Horse from Bowie Texas Livestock, on May 13, 2023. From the livestock yard video it looked like Amara had been in some sort of accident as she was covered in abrasion all down her left side and had a large puncture wound on her back hip. We immediately got her to the vet on the way home from the livestock yard for the medical attention she needed. We got her wounds fixed up at the vets office and went home with some antibiotics since she did have an infection. We had her on the road to recovery but we had an emergency situation with her a few weeks later.
I went out to the barn to feed everyone and Amara was laying down and would not get up. Any horse owner knows that a horse that will not get up on their own is a very serious situation. We got Amara rolled over to her good side and she stood up on her own. After she was standing for a bit she tried to lay back down. So we rushed her down to the animal hospital and Dr Waggoner treated her for mild colic. Dr Waggoner thought that she went down possibly in the first place because she wasn't feeling well and not because of on issue with her leg. She did stay at the vet for two day to get fluids for dehydration and for some additional tests to be ran. Amara has had a stiff neck since we brought her home, probably from her original accident. Amara can not lower her head to the ground so her feed bowls need to be elevated.
When we got Amara back from the hospital after her 2 days stay we noticed she was very weak in her back legs. Since she still did have an infection Dr Waggoner wanted to recheck her to see if the infection had cleared up. In this video you will see her vet appointment. At that appointment we found out that she had severe arthritis in her neck with some possible disk disease that could be causing neurological issues associated with the weakness in her back side.
Dr Waggoner's treatment plan for Amara was to do shockwave therapy. Shock wave therapy is a super-sonic wave of focused sound energy that pulses through the body. As it passes through cells, it stresses them into releasing healing proteins, which has a positive effects of increasing blood flow, decreasing inflammation, accelerating bone growth, releasing muscle tension while providing pain relief in horses. Amara also is going for chiropractic adjustments on her neck, back and hips which is shown in this video.
Amara was doing so much better after her treatments! She was on the road to recovery, getting all the alfa pro, hay, belly scratches, neck massages, love and attention she deserved. We were giving her the retirement life she deserved. I had this video all completed and ready to be uploaded and last week we had an unexpected turn of events with her. Please watch this video in its entirety.
A HUGE thank you to our veterinarian, Dr Waggoner at Mobile Veterinary Practice along with all the staff and medical students. Our horses receive the best medical attention and we don't know what we would do without y'all!
Another Belgian Draft Horse dumped at a livestock yard was rescued from shipping to slaughter Ep.60
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Emergency situation with the new mare we rescued last week Lot 9937...this is what happened Ep. 61
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Update on Amara after her stay at the veterinarian and being down in the barn for 10 hours Ep.62
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[@horsepoorwilson]

Thank you for saving her from slaughter. Even though she died, she did so in a safe quiet place. That means alot. It is hard to lose any animal, but horses are the hardest. Bless you all for what you do.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate your support.

[@trishbluedorn1806]

Euthanizing animals who DESPERATELY NEED help out of their bodies that -- have long since failed them is nothing short of a GIFT! Animals ... whose OWNERS/FAMILIES and their bodies have FAILED THEM ... and giving them the last act of kindness ...is one of the BIGGEST AND KINDEST GIFTS that your group offers! Please NEVER FORGET THAT or minimize that gift! The thought of that or any equine (any animal) going to SLAUGHTER after being in AGONY and stood on in TRANSPORT TRAILORS for weeks or months on end is so INCREDIBLY IMPORTANT!!! PLEASE SUPPORT THIS RESCUE and help them help so many animals! Its so very important! Thank you FLETCHER FARMS!❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

@@trishbluedorn1806 thank you! We appreciate your kind words and support!

[@patwatson6468]

😊she didn’t die alone and scared. You were there at her final moments no doubt talking to her and helping her to take that final journey peacefully. It is all we can do,for our animals, no matter,how,long they are with us. Thank you for being there for these horses, for the good and the bad times. You are a very courageous and caring lady.

[@watchesfromedges]

Amara spent her last weeks in as much comfort as she could have, calm, loved and cared for. You all made such a difference to this gentle soul's end days, that's as much as any of us can ask . Thank you so much for giving Amara back her dignity in her last months.

[@coragreyvenstein4458]

I agree.... May all your angels make it easier for you. God Bless.....

[@naomiseedberg2245]

You and Cory gave Amara a lifetime of love. You helped to heal her body and spirit. You gave her the best care and all the love you had. She is free and her spirit will remain with you and Cory forever...running free, Amara ❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the kind words during this difficult time.

[@maryshaffer776]

​@@FletcherFarmsAmarillo Oh, I am so sorry about Amara!!!! Oh, the poor sweetheart. You and your husband did the right thing. She won't suffer anymore . You were so sweet and loving to her. Please be comforted by knowing that Amara realized how much you were trying to help her and enjoyed the affection you gave her!!!! I am so glad she did not go to slaughter. You did all you could. The best tribute to your sweet Amara is rescuing other horses. She would certainly approve!!!!!!

[@cynthialawson4596]

Isn't there an organization, Peta, Humane Society, that can investigate and fine or imprison the people that do this to horses ? Use drones for pictures and evidence ! This is just so beyond sad.

[@janethompson2305]

I'm very certain Amara's former owners R Amish. Terrible to their animals & unappreciative. I know them well in PA & they treat them & talk about them as "expendable", "chun horses" (percheron, draft etc) , "we'll just buy another one" & all other sorts of BS words angry 😡 😤 We buy apples & horse treats & give them to their horses when we see them in the fields & espically Bcuz we KNOW their I wners D.O.N.T. do or give the horses 🐎 ANYTHING SPECIAL. !! They NEVEER wash the horses & the poor Mules R beaten to a pulp too. We've seen it first hand.!! I'm so sorry to have to say this as Ur morning & suffering Ur sad loss, I have to speak the truth from what we've seen. We have SO much more to say 😢

[@janethompson2305]

Chunk horses... not chun

[@dianewalker9154]

Amara’s last days were not alone and she was greatly loved. You made her passing warm, comfortable, and loving. Bless her and bless Fletcher Farm.

[@susanhill9166]

Oh my darling, you never need to say sorry, you do and did all you can . Am thinking about you with tears in my eyes 😢😢😢 Thank you and your husband for saving these gorgeous horse from the slaughter. God bless both of you X X X

[@Bridgit64]

If only the people who work these horses ,had the compassion you give them. You guys are very special people. Because of you, we now know her story. Thank you

[@Iris_Germany]

With every new case of an abused and thrown away draft horse I hate these people (Amish?) more and more doing this to a living creature … 🤬

[@erika7674]

@@Iris_Germany We can only imagine how much suffering there has been over the centuries, when ALL horses were used and abused for work, including fighting in human wars. 😢

[@Iris_Germany]

@@erika7674 You‘re right. Nevertheless farmers in former times took care for their working animals. But today there are possibilities like vets to care for ill or wounded animals. And there is no excuse for letting them suffer like the poor draft horses on Amish farms. These people abuse the horses and throw them away instead giving them a retirement these poor souls deserve. Seems that no animal living at Amish shown any love by these … people 🤮

[@michelemcdermott75]

She experienced love! Even for a short time - she knew love. You keep her in your heart and when there’s another one that needs you and when you’re ready this community is waiting to help. Tears flowing here- I’m so sorry😢💔

[@virtualselfie6899]

Sadness flowing like a river! So many losses of animals worldwide and you never get used to it. Take care!

[@michelemcdermott75]

@@virtualselfie6899 I never knew about the abuse of these magnificent horses. I do now! 😢

[@CarrieLamb-pb6if]

😭 I am watching this bawling my eyes out. I am so sorry of her passing. You gave her a great life for the short time she was with you, you gave her what she needed...LOVE 🐎

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much for the kind words and support. It broke our hearts but it was what was best for her. She went downhill really fast. We are glad we were able to give her all the love we could for a short time.

[@glengullickson6538]

This is tough, but you did the right thing. And donating her body to science is a beautiful thing to do. God bless you for helping the animals.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you! Making that call is never easy but we did what was best for Amara.

[@Swimkid1]

Hello from England Julie. I am so sorry for your loss, but as many others have shared... Amara's no longer in any pain. You, the kitten and your friends, together did all that was possible. Thank you so very much for sharing these final moments with us. Warm regards, Dave UK

[@caroledwards3465]

Ditto from Nottingham England UK

[@hansgustaf540]

It was always hard to see Amara with the wounds on her body - but this sudden end was gut wrenching. The only consolation is that this girl finally experienced love and care in the short time she was with you. Sharing your grief and cursing people who exploit these gentle giants to the brink of death. Amara is now free of pain, grazing with Grandpa and Lucky on the pastures of paradise. Sending hugs across the ocean...

[@u_maru4797]

I'm so sorry for this sweet girl with these unbelievable sad eyes.... Now she's free of pain...you both gave her the best time of her life! RIP adorable Amara🌈❤ Send you hugs and love 🙏❤

[@virtualselfie6899]

Yes, her expressive eyes were so sad! If horses could only talk, and speak their pain. Fletcher Farms and Dr. Waggoner gave her that final act of human kindness.

[@u_maru4797]

@@virtualselfie6899 yes, I'm 100% with you...Amara's end was peacefully🙏 not in Mexico or Kanada horrible killed...shame on the Amish and all people who are treating animals like trash...that makes me really sick🙈 thanks for your reply🙏❤

[@virtualselfie6899]

@@u_maru4797 Thank you for your empathy; I, too, feel sickened by this, over and over it happens with this group of slave drivers. Belgians are magnificent gentle giants and there should be a law not to sell them to this group. I send my strength and courage to Julie and Cory and Big Hoof. They have hearts of gold as well as the vets. This should not be allowed to happen. I'd say more but comments have a way of disappearing.

[@miraparkfelt6360]

Amara was meant to come to you at the end of her life so that she could experience your love and compassion. That was God’s gift to her. Thank you for what you do. I follow you from Sweden. ❤❤❤❤

[@debndogs2208]

I wish God had given her this gift at the beginning of her life instead of the end. She endured a lifetime of pain and cruelty .

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

Amara was worked to death on the Amish farm but her neck injuries and arthritis were just too much to bear.

[@LmaA9]

I'm deeply sorry for this beautiful horse but helping her go over the rainbow bridge was the best you did in this worse situation. RIP beautiful big girl and run free forever. Thank you guys for everything you tried for her ❤

[@KhaeLikesCoffee]

I'm so sorry. You gave Amara a wonderful retirement, and so much love. There never seems to be enough time to give all the love in our hearts to our animals, but they know what we feel all the same. She's watching over you all from a better place, and returning the love you feel for her.

[@ritamatthews2942]

I like to think that when I hear that rumble in the sky that it's all the horses in our past running free and reminding us they are still there with us. God bless you all and thank you for all you do for those wonderful horses 🐎 ❤ 🙏

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Love that! It’s funny a huge storm with rolling thunder came through Amarillo this morning! I hope that it was Amara letting us know she was ok.

[@goldenyearsacres9163]

@ritamatthews2942 I love your imagining thunder is horses galloping. Whenever my percheron mare runs, I have always said it sounds like thunder! She is not running much these days, like Amara was, she is in pain-with ringbone & has PSSM. This was hard to watch on so many levels. One for Julie's heart ache, another for Amara's pain that just couldn't be eradicated, & three because I know this is coming with my 20 year old perch who was rescued by her previous owner from a Premarin "farm" & later we had the privilege to adopt her when we bought the farm from her owner. She gets to stay at the home she was brought after rescue & grew up in from a Premarin philly to a beautiful black huge perch mare. Thank you, Julie, for sharing your life & love for horses with us. Grieving with you now & when the opportunity presents itself, rejoicing later over all the horses who are thriving & maybe another rescue.

[@dalemartindale5372]

Sadly, I am no longer able to have a horse companion but I will never hear thunder again and not think of this. Thank you.

[@jenniferlehman326]

You and Cory made the right decision. She told you when it was time. And you have to respect that. I'm so sorry you lost Amara. You did the right thing. That's what you have to remember. I'm glad you donated her to the Vet college, so she can help new Vets learn and maybe help other horses in the future. Thank you for all that you do for these gentle giants. From a friend, a Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn 💖 🇨🇦🇺🇲🙏

[@lousylvester923]

Absolutely know how much it hurt but just think about how many horses you may save.

[@dianaspy6733]

Thank you for taking such good care of her! I’m sure she felt loved! So sweet the cat comforted her as well! ❤.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the kind words and support during this difficult time.

[@bernadetteking4234]

Amara, sweet girl…run in the fields of sunshine and cool breezes…filled with flowers and your favorite grasses to munch on❣️ I am so sorry! This is so hard. God’s ways our not our ways. You will see her again in the Glory of Heaven🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

[@kikistick]

What a beautiful girl run fast, run free , she passed knowing love ,and that's down to you guys thank you for your love and kindness to these magnificent animals ❤❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@jenifereddings6190]

You gave her your all. Thank you and God bless you for all your help and love to Amara.❤

[@livefreeordie2688]

It's obvious that you did everything you could for her. At least she lived her last days with people who fed and cared for her wonderfully. God Bless all who gave her so much love and comfort.

[@sandysgrandgirlssandysswee2492]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for making her last days ,with people who loved and cared for her.

[@Pat_Speaks]

Sending hugs to you and Cory. Saying goodbye is never easy, but you gave her so much love and I’m sure she knew she was loved.

[@moccasinlanding]

Bless her, she found the right people who respected her and loved her, to give her dignity, to witness her passing. And God bless your efforts to help all these magnificent lives.

[@liznyp6209]

She knew she was loved and she was ready to let go. Thank you for taking care of her.

[@jennifergudmundson2277]

She is such a gentle beauty. Bless you Amarara.

[@carlafuller5444]

Thank you for what y’all did for her. God bless you for your selfless love for these rescues

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much!we appreciate your support.

[@kath5201]

Just to be loved and cared for is all she wanted. You eased her pain, and gave shelter and all the goodies she could eat. Well Done.

[@loz6795]

My condolences and a huge hug for you guys. This is the sad and unfortunate part of what you guys do. Just remember you gave this sweet girl everything you could to help her and you gave so much love which is the last thing she will have remembered. She’s now part of Grandpas herd and she’s no longer in pain and she’s smiling every day because of the love she was shown. You are angels and as hard as it is right now you are strong and you will continue to save and love these beautiful animals. RIP Amara 😢🙏🏻😘

[@debihalsey2247]

Thank you for showing her love and kindness to the very end. You made a difference in her life. So very sorry for your loss, but the love she felt while with you did make a difference. in her life. The work you are doing is significant and very difficult. Thank you for all you do for each horse. May God Bless.

[@DaddyWisdom]

❤❤❤ Amara clearly did not want to burden you with her issues, knowing full well how you had given her all the love, care and sweet final days of life. You should be so very proud of what you a are doing for these lovely creatures. Also, THANK YOU from way over here in Sweden for being such a beautiful role model for my daughter who is by no means a horse person but is watching intently and learning how caring for others, human or not, is how we make the world a better place.

[@fionasaunders7646]

Good night beautiful Amara, thank you wonderful people who loved and cared so thoughtfully for her. You can rest assured she will be in Glory with her creator.

[@lindasutphin5621]

You gave her a marvelous last few months! So proud for all that you do!

[@vegaslady3732]

As a result of 40 years as a RN & as many as an animal owner, I am convinced that animals ( & frequently humans) know when it is time for their passing back to God who created them. Given the choice they prefer to be where they feel safe, loved and peaceful. You and everyone you trust your animals with certainly provided that to Amara, Lucky, and all the other creatures in your care. Can you think of a better way to end your life than in the place where you feel most peaceful and surrounded by those who've loved and cared for you? Yes, tears will flow & the heart will be bruised, but I pray you find comfort in knowing how amazingly wonderful your acts of kindness are to these horses. Thank you, & God Bless.❤️

[@virtualselfie6899]

❤❤ Dr. Waggoner, is there anything you can't do! Teaching viewers / subs / and now your students about Amara's severe work-related injuries and letting Julie film it is an awesome service to all horse lovers. Thank you for teaching about the electroshock therapy to her neck to release healthy proteins to fight inflammation. I never knew about that. Your chiropractic adjustments were amazing. Amara loved them. Her neurological issues must have made such pain though; she finally decided to cross the rainbow bridge. Thank you, Dr. Waggoner, for giving her such kindness and then final relief!

[@elamanvetta1685]

If any horse needed saving it was Amara. Thank you for helping this sweet soul feel loved.

[@erinw1485]

I admire the care you provide these horses and the love you show them!!!!!!God Bless You for all you do!

[@misscamaross2220]

The most love and gentle care she got in her entire life was with you, and you saved her, her you really did. She passed the best way…peacefully with your hands touching her with your total and pure love. Rest In Peace, Amara.

[@hippysuetotherescue9827]

Thanks for being there for her🇨🇦💞

[@Flightwithoutwings]

Run free beautiful girl you are free of pain now 🌈 xx

[@rodandjudibowen5665]

Oh, Julie. You and Corey must be broken-hearted. Amara was a gorgeous horse beneath so much suffering. She tried hard to endure it all. Lucky has a mare now and Amara has her guy. I can see them trotting around in a field of the yummiest goodies with a cool stream running through! Many blessings to you and your lovely horses! 💓💔💓

[@gaylegordon2038]

She's running in the pastures of Heaven. Thank You, Lord, for loaning this wonderful horse to us, to learn about Your noble strength and deep kindness. Give her treats and pats from us. Lift and comfort our hearts.

[@laurasharp7955]

I'm so sorry to hear about dear Amara. Know that you did all you possibly could for her. 🙏💕💐

[@NLNL00]

The hardest part of rescuing is letting them go. Bless you!

[@stevenrowson4339]

You did all the right things for her wellbeing, bless you all.

[@01chittock]

Thank you all you did for that sweet mare! You gave her some rest and freedom she must have never had!

[@DyanEsoap]

I'm so sorry. Thank you for saving her, giving her love and a humane passing.

[@Mary-Mercedes]

Oh I was afraid of this. To dump this beautiful soul in an auction-- knowing full well she will be loaded into the slaughter truck and suffer so much more.... I despise the soulless, hateful people who worked this horse to the edge of a cruel and painful death. God bless you for giving so much effort, money and HEART to this beautiful horse. My heart is broken along with yours. I hope you all can recover from this trauma and loss. You gave her a blessed and peaceful end to a hard and brutal life. I am going to send a donation pronto. You are doing God's work. *Viewers please help and send a donation no matter how small.*

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support. We are devastated by this loss and wanted so much more for her. Thank you kindness and generosity I’m this difficult time.

[@rickrussell3145]

Until there are repercussions for animal mistreatment this will continue.

[@jantaylor3788]

You gave Amara love and she knew it. It is always sad when their time is short but you were with her. Thank you for giving her the love and care. My heart goes out to you as I know how hard it is to let one go but she is at peace.

[@DivineMizE]

She had a lot of mountains to climb. 😢 to see how overworked she was and when she fell, they shipped her off. 😪 Thanks for giving her L❤VE and care. 🐎 My heart breaks for you, but you made the right choice for all the right reasons. RIP Amara.

[@CC-xk6cp]

Hi again She knew she was finally safe and loved and how hard you were working to help her issues. Such peace that must have given here as she remained so calm and accepting. Know you tried and those days with you were her very best. Heartfelt thx for all you do and the TLC you give.

[@laurapearson3370]

You gave her a fear free dignified passing. Bless you ❤

[@karinwarwickthompson1082]

Julie, you are such an inspiration. Thank you for the love you gave to Amara . ♥️♥️♥️♥️🐴

[@mango8918]

Thank you for sharing this heartbreaking story. You did all you could to make her life comfortable at the end. She knew you were there for her. Bless you and Cory for giving these beautiful animals the attention and care they deserve and to make it possible for them to pass with dignity and love. My heart goes out to you.

[@sandraeggerstedt7930]

The vets do amazing work. You have a great team of people working with you , as well as yourselves. Thank you so much for the updates. Sending healing energies her way. She is so beautiful. Bless you all for your good work. ❤❤

[@nancylee1625]

Amara is a sweet soul and obviously enjoying her new life. I am only sorry that her life before was such a hard one. Thank you for what you do, you have a good heart as well.

[@KLG777]

So sorry for the loss, who knows what kind of life she had, at least she knew someone cared at the end. Rescue has its highs, but the lows are so painful.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

You are so right! There are so many ups and downs in rescue.

[@hazelgosham3906]

Thankyou for your tender loving care you gave to sweet Amara, she decided she had to go at that time and go peacefully with she did. Bless you both and thankyou for your dedication to these beautiful animals ❤❤❤

[@janiceread1069]

Beautiful Amara. I am so very sorry. She knew she was loved by you and it was the best love she'd ever had. Thank you for caring for her and loving her like you did. Fly high you beauty ❤

[@christinalazar4155]

So sad about Amara.She gave all she had,and was just worn out.She got so much love and care from you in the short time she was there. Thankyou for making a difference in the lives of these beautiful animals❤

[@lucyl2770]

How very, very special and loving you and Cory are….the time and love you give these horses are the very thing that they need at the point they come to your farm. It breaks my heart to see and hear how very sad you are. Nothing anyone can say to make the pain go away or lessen but the love you gave was never wasted. Thank you for being you and for Cory being the person he is.

[@claudiareid6613]

You and Cory showed Amara what true love really is. She was loved until the end and didn't pass away alone. Y'all did everything you could for her and that is what meant the most. Amara is running those pastures in the sky. Thank you for saving these beautiful horses. Sending hugs and prayers

[@pamelaphilpott6434]

She knew it was her time,over worked and descarded.. But she was 💕 loved and cared for at the end you could see it in her face.Bless you all

[@franksmith6871]

Heartbreaking! I don't know how you do this, but I'm so glad that you are there for these precious horses who have given their lives to hard labor for the benefit of their keepers! I join together with all of your supporters in lifting you up spiritually in order to strengthen you in these difficult times. I hope that you feel the love and compassion that we all feel for you as you minister to these gentle giants.

[@angelwalker4712]

Rescue is hard and sometimes we have to live with the hardest part of rescue. I'm sorry for your loss. Amara was loved and cared for until the very end of her life and you did that for her. xoxo

[@miric6224]

So sorry. So glad she had you as a family. You’re the best! Thank you for sharing this story. She was a sweet gal!

[@castledykesfarm3396]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Amara probably had more loving care and attention in the short time you had her than she'd ever had before, judging by her condition and injuries. At least she didn't have to suffer the terrifying journey, crammed into a transport truck, towards a horrifying slaughter process. She was given the peaceful ending in loving arms. Thank you for what you do.

[@juliehoward7396]

Yes, she could not of endured that haul to Mexico or Canada.

[@Queen_Of_The_Sith]

Love you, Amara. So sorry evil human beings did this to you. So grateful good human beings cared for and loved you in the end. We should all be ashamed of the brutal trade in horse meat and PUT A STOP TO IT. Would love to know what an individual can do to help advocate for the end of the horse meat trade. Thank you to Fletcher Farms Amarillo for doing the work and manifesting genuine human compassion on a daily basis.

[@sstarkey1695]

A sweet lady that graced all of our lives through you and Corey. Thank you for bringing her to your sanctuary and giving her a loving last act of kindness. Her obvious hard lift ended so softly and sweetly on the wings of angels. Farewell, Amara. We know you are healed, no pain, and running free with a happy, grateful heart.

[@GSInterestedParty1001]

Amara is a fantastic beautiful horse. Thank you for the update

[@susanc1760]

I am crying uncontrollably too. Having lost our beloved pets, I know the heartbreak and emotional pain from losing a beloved pet who is our family member ❤❤❤. Amara is in peace and free from suffering.

[@jacquelinebarnett3439]

I’m at a loss as what to say Julie, I am so very sorry for the loss of beautiful sweet and adorable Amara. The last bit of her time with you were probably the best in her life. She knew she was very much loved by you Cory and everyone that came into her life. RIP beautiful Amara, run free from all pain. I know that you are upset Julie as will all your subscribers be but I know that you will carry on with the amazing work that you do for these majestic beautiful horses. I used to live in Colorado, if I ever get out to where you are I would love to come and see you and the amazing draft horses you have rescued. ❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the kind words and support. We are devastated by her loss. If you are ever in the area we would love for you to stop by. Send us an email at [e-mail] when you want to visit.

[@shamusa943]

Bless you people for your compassion, kindness, love and sympathy. Giving our best all the time is all we can do.

[@mamabearluv]

Goodbye Amara, may you run freely in the fields of heaven with the warm summer wind flowing freely along your back. You are love.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the kind words. We truly appreciate your support.

[@DeniseBrawn]

I am so glad you were able to save her from slaughter and show her love and compassion in her final days. She was a beautiful girl and so fortunate to have found you.

[@Flash3-22]

Thank you for giving her a safe place during the end of her life. It is heartbreaking when we lose one of the herd.

[@kathleendaugherty4218]

Oh my, I was crying right along with you. The one thing you can console yourself with is that the last days of her life she got to know what love is. I know from experience how hard it is to put a horse down. Keep up the wonderful work you do, those horses need you desperately. Have you ever tried Red Cell ( a Iron-rich vitamin & mineral supplement made by Horse health Products) it is a great product.

[@karenburrows9184]

Julie, get some rest, baby. This one took a lot out of you. They always do. You couldn't have done more for her, you gave her a soft landing and love after a lifetime of pain. She knew, as you did, that we have to play with the cards we're dealt. She let you know she was ready, and you helped walk her out. Brave girls, both.

[@kitten6062]

Is anyone ever held responsible for the appalling cruelty these gentle giants are subjected to. Is she another victim of Amish abuse?? Love from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@piaogilvie8463]

I am So, so very sorry for your loss of beautiful, gentle Amara. She deserved a Long and happy retirement with you, but sadly it wasn't to be. The TLC she experienced at your farm was wonderful and heartwarming and I'm certain that she left this world peacefully and with love in her heart - All thanks to you. Hugs and warm thoughts🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@marianstroup1]

I'm so sorry 💔 You always do what's best for them. It still hurts deeply. RIP in paradise Amara. You deserve it ❤❤❤❤❤

[@sylviarivas8817]

Thank you for giving her a beautiful life and passing. You let her decide when she wanted to go. ❤

[@lsueharris-wl2wb]

You gave her the best farewell, she's out of pain and knew you both loved her - you had the best impression of someone who cared to Tamara ❤❤❤

[@lindagrizzard2999]

Your attention and goodwill towards your horses are a beautiful thing. I'm so sorry to see the conditions these horses come to you. Thank you for all you do for the horses. God bless you and your family. ❤❤❤

[@PoteauCowboy]

Bless You Amara left with a kind memory she would not have had without you. You blessed her with a light... Thank you for the videos.

[@bettyjobraford7419]

She was gorgeous. Thank you for loving her.

[@debbieredmon5063]

I'm so very sorry. You tried so hard for Amara and she lived her last days with love. You can't ask for more than that. You did what was right for her and was with her all the way. Thank you for being there for her.

[@marinemom351]

Thank you so much for helping this precious girl. You gave her the love she deserved 💕. Thank you for sharing her with us. Many prayers for you all.

[@roserabine3395]

Thank you for the love and care that you gave to her. Amara was blessed that you were with her.

[@mboffield]

No more pain. She holds her head high and moves freely over the Rainbow Bridge. Thank you so much for caring for her and showing her so much love

[@susanevans1495]

She knows you love her. That made her transition so much better. Thanks a million for your kindness.

[@iloveTRUMP]

Oh I'm heartbroken...I was hoping she'd have a little more time to live happily...thank you for all you do for these horses!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@kirstingooge3918]

As a 49 year old woman with 2 forms of debilitating arthritis and severe degenerative disc disease, my heart aches for this sweet horse. She deserved so much more than what life gave her. I’m thankful that her last months of life were spent with those who loved her and wanted what’s best for her. Sometimes the physical pain becomes so overwhelming, unrelenting or exhausting it becomes too much. Rest easy Amara 💜

[@mokimmy6457]

Letting go is never easy, but this time it was the right thing to do. You make a difference one horse at a time.❤

[@staceym5164]

I’m so sorry.💔Amara was very lucky to have you caring for her in the short time she had left.

[@BrLambert]

Don't apologize, you came to her rescue in a variety of forms and loved her, you can't ask for more than that.

[@kaynorton1768]

Amara was so lucky to have you in the last part of her life. ❤️

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you! We were so glad we were able to help her. She was such a special girl and will always hold a special place in our hearts.

[@jessicaoppegard6578]

I don’t always watch cuz I get sad! But thank you for what you do for these beautiful horses!

[@memphis2375]

She was loved in the end, that’s what’s important!!