THE SADDEST STORY OF A DREAM PONY | Tenerife Horse Rescue

Once again we share a heartbreaking story of a children dream pony who had the life of a nightmare.
We try to take a stand and change the rights of the horse, so we can rescue so many more.
We try to educate and offer help and support where we can.
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[@lilianmevel8725]

My heart broke at the fact that someone was still riding pumpkin before you guys saved them

[@rikarodgers9825]

Yes I know

[@lizlovsdagmara5525]

Stlll riding a foundered pony? The previous owners were negligent, ignorant and lazy. There are too many ignorant, negligent and lazy people owning animals. This is from what they get from TV and Hollywood. They see the riding, but not the daily harf work and feeding.

[@cherylmillard2067]

I seriously doubt that anyone was riding him, it was just a convenient and selfish excuse they used to keep him. There was absolutely no way that horse could bear weight on those feet.

[@kcojco]

Disgusting, someone still rode this pony.

[@cherylmillard2067]

@@kcojco that was just a convenient and selfish excuse they used to keep him. There was absolutely no way that horse could bear weight on those feet.

[@lorrainekarlquist]

That society is sadistic not ignorant.

[@rossonphillips]

Thank you for helping him die with dignity, and for helping these animals.

[@fandhtwoohs8129]

What happened to the idiots that did this to him? This is years' worth of neglect and abuse, if not torture. There needs to be repercussions.

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Sadly nothing, this is the reality here. The laws are not on the animals side.

[@ablue5419]

You call those monsters idiots no they are not idiots they are ignorants cruel heartless beasts.

[@maititikka8795]

It is Spain. The disgrace of Europe. Most if not all other EU countries have laws against such abuse. Not Spain. (and no, I am not EU. never was, never will be. and here we have one of the reasons why)

[@burntblonde2925]

That’s so sad, those people should be in jail and fined

[@IluvGodsm]

Its SO sad! I saw a video where it was "horse training" 🙄😒 each time the horse tried to eat the people would whip it..😡😡😡😡

[@sheilan6235]

Poor Pumpkin. I’m glad that he got some time being safe, loved, and well fed,and you loved him enough to let him go.

[@kathystrawser9640]

I just wish that people who. treat animals like that would be made to spend 1 day in the same shape as they have made their animals animals. I have rescued a few almost as bad as pumpkin, but luckily I WAS able to help them, . I cried about Pumpkins story as it reminds me especially of my " Skinny. Minny " RIP PUMPKIN 🙏💖😢

[@Ganpignanus]

no they need jail time, fines.

[@StephAnie....]

What a beautiful pony…so kind eyes Run free…sweet pumpkin

[@onesiewarrior]

thank you for giving him a final act of kindness

[@marys7953]

So sorry pumpkin had to pass. Your love helped him in his final days. Thank you

[@juliaforsyth8332]

Worst Pedal bones I've seen on X-rays. And he was still ridden? And in such condition? It was good he had a few good, kind days before being put down. Bless you.

[@ebink100]

What an incredibly sad story. Thank you for being the kind of people with whom these animals finally find love and caring.

[@gcnewd]

Thank you for giving him a few days of love and peace People are horrible....I can't believe there are such monsters doing this to animals. They should be imprisoned.

[@Groundedsquirrel]

I hope this video helps someone, some horse, some animal. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@lyndaennis8508]

I praise you all for helping poor pumpkin but he did live the best ending people like you cared and I am pretty damn sure he died happy with all of you there who loved him so my hat is off to you all lots of love xxxx

[@KaiserAllen]

This breaks my heart.

[@lisacooney1278]

At least Pumpkin knew love and proper care in his final days from the wonderful people (and animals!) in THR. But, at the age of 6 he should have had years of life ahead of him to still enjoy. Instead, he had probably endured 6 years of neglect and torment and his suffering was obvious. I have nothing but contempt for his horrible owners. In memory of Pumpkin and all the cruelly neglected animals I will make a donation towards your wonderful work.

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Thank you so much ❤️ it's truly heartbreaking.

[@hotlips55]

How do l donate?

[@sagecreates470]

You are living proof that angels walk amongst us! You are my hero!

[@fennaforanimals1403]

When I saw the X-rays of the hooves I had to pause the video. I’ve never seen such bad hooves before. 😰 Thank you for letting Pumpkin experience love and for giving him a save home to take his last breath at. ❤️

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

I know, we were all shocked with his x-rays. We knew it was going to be bad, but not that bad. 🥺

[@SatumainenOlento]

Like those Chinese ladies feet which were broken and tied down to form a smaller feet...

[@jadecoolness101]

I wish they would've elaborated why it's bad. I don't know horse xrays, I see nothing wrong. I guess the pointy bit is kinda gone? Makes no sense

[@Debbielein8190]

@@jadecoolness101 at min 3:15 you can tell how much it has rotated towards the ground compared to the normal image upper right corner and that the pointy end of the bone has already been going through the hoof and disappeared, it basically walked on bone.

[@Ganpignanus]

@@jadecoolness101 do some researach on the internet. you can learn. there is plenty wrong with those feet of that poor pony.

[@gailgaskell3620]

I cant believe people treat any animal like this ! it. breaks my heart . bless you all. uk

[@rmason5477]

It is not surprising really, for humans to cause brutality cruilty that causes extreme pain and suffering

[@kathleeneustace3574]

So sad to see Pumpkin’s condition, but so thankful to you for comforting and seeing him over the Rainbow Bridge.

[@memorialled_zeppelin-warew1346]

Someone was still riding this poor baby?? That's just the most horrific thought. Handsome little guy still only so young at 6 yrs old. Barely more than a baby. Oh god his poor hooves. THE BEST THING IS HE FINALLY KNEW REAL LOVE . YOU DID EVERYYHING YOU COULD FOR BEAUTIFUL ANGEL PUMPKIN. Sleep well handsome boy. Fly free. Noone can hurt you anymore. Pumpkin reminds me so much of my first pony... He was a rescue too. £50 is all I paid for a 22 yr old gelding who also didn't have a name. He had just been called the white pony. We brought him home. I was 12 and he was 22. We named him Major . Major was an amazing pony with such a big heart that had love for the whole world 100x over. He was skinny with overgrown hooves. Cuts on his legs and belly. Major had only 1 eye. Noone knew what happened to the other. He probably had been missing it most his life. Vets and other people we knew helped us get him well. It took nearly 2 yrs. At 14 now with major and another rescue called Caine .. who was only a yearling. I sat on Majors back for the first time. And it was the best feeling ever. He was an amazing ride. He would try anything. Soft mouth soft eyes soft coat was our Major. We had 11 good years together. And did pony club , rallies and camps..and street parades. He wasn't fancy bred. He had no papers. Noone could remember what breed he was. We hazard a guess at a Welshx Arab. He passed away in his sleep just shy of 35. And he had been still used by the local tiny tots as a lesson horse. He refused to stop work. I miss him everyday. Hopefully Pumpkin can meet Major. And my boy would look after him.

[@trellenrussey8432]

It never fails to break my heart to see how the bad shape a rescued horse can be...God Bless you for treating him so good, for the love he got...and for making the SO hard decision to let him go fly free! God Bless ❤❤🌈

[@Ganpignanus]

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[@christinakara278]

It feels as if someone hammered nails into my heart... This is worse than neglect and abuse.. In 2021 no room for explanation, Spain needs to change their mentality

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Yes we agree

[@maititikka8795]

Could not agree more. And it is not just horses. Spain needs to up its game or they are not worthy of being called humans. The EU needs to step in here. Animal cruelty is the rule, not the exceptions.

[@yos.5684]

​@@maititikka8795 We do still have problems regarding animal welfare but please don't think this level of mistreatment is the rule in Spain, not at least where I live. I'm Spanish and have ridden horses since the age of 9 in different places. Have I seen slightly questionable procedures at times? Yes. But never in equestrian schools I've seen something remotely similar to this. Never seen emaciated, ill and abandoned horses. All of them were taken care of with vet checks every few months. The owners of the stables I go to now have happy, loved and cared horses. Also most singular owners I've known spend a great amount of effort and time with their animals. When I go to the countryside I see horses often and most of them look fine. Please don't say we'll not be worthy of being called humans and associate that to a whole nationality. Do we need to keep working on educating people? Yes. We're not still where we should. But Spain is a country, like every other, with very varied people. Most people here are horrified by animal abuse, like you.

[@broncogeorge]

Hope you have some happier days other than the heartbreaking palliative care of poor Pumpkin. That must be exhausting emotionally for everyone. More power to you.

[@supernanny2436]

I'm so sorry he couldn't be saved. Those poor, beautiful creatures deserve so much better. I'll back you all I can and when able to I'll more. But disability income is low. But ill pray for you all. Thank you for what you do.

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Thank you so much for caring

[@biolumen_]

I feel really bad for Pumpkin, thank you so much for trying to save Pumpkin! May that beautiful pony Rest In Peace

[@Dressagio]

you’re such beautiful people. I’m from the uk but if I ever travel to tenerife I would love to meet you all, and all the animals. lots of love and thank you for doing this🤍🤍🤍

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Thank you for your support

[@editzbylena]

I am from the UK too

[@susanjenkins6343]

I'm sick to my stomach evil evil rotten human species how on earth could they be allowed to have this pony , curse all of you scumbags to hell what goes around comes around rot in hellfire low life scumbags !💩💩💣💥

[@MsDormy]

Lovely lovely people. Poor little pony.

[@rogerandes8]

i'd like to meet that owner that abused Pumpkin

[@shushywilson6351]

Heartbreaking cruelty. Thank u for loving him. You tried it best

[@alexandrasimoes9113]

This is so heartbreaking

[@AudreyMealiff]

I'm so sad to see the suffering endured by this gorgeous wee pony, all down to ignorance and lack of care from the owners.

[@debbiemaycock4264]

No words just tears. Poor baby had no life and should have. Thank you for everything thing you did and tried to do for beautiful Pumpkin.

[@rerehuia709]

RIP Sweet Pumpkin. Thank you dear carers.

[@lexzee1446]

Thank you for your efforts. Pumpkin knows the love that you gave her. I want you to know that we rescued a sweet girl that looked just like Pumpkin that we fed every 4 hours around the clock when she was just 16 months old. The vet gave her a 20% chance of living. She is now 21 years old and has lived a beautiful life. I sob thru this video as I remember every day was a struggle for her…our girl we named Nick of Time. I’m so sorry that Pumpkin didn’t survive this life but she surely felt the love you extended that has now changed everyone’s lives. Keep up the difficult yet honorable job of saving all abused animals.

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

What a lovely story. Well done 😍

[@meretefrandsen9340]

Oh i’m in tears - thanks to you for your work and care and run free litle Pumkin

[@elizabethsakurai4253]

I could barely watch this video. I will support your channel. Thank you for saving little Pumpkin. You did all that you could.

[@stevischermi6409]

Animals will suffer as long as the perpetrators don't pay the price for their abuse. You are so right in your fight. Love to and Pumpkin 🥰😍

[@christophepesci3996]

How can you be so kind?

[@karinrumahloine332]

I'am schockt,and i am touched deeple by the story of this sweet pony.🐎😢

[@shakia000]

That is so bloody sad. But at least he knew some love and kindness for his last few days. Thank you for doing that for him

[@carolbrowning7532]

God bless you for trying so hard to get pumpkin long before you were finally able to. Damn the owners for not letting him go to you while he could be helped. Selfish people. Thank you for giving him a name and all the care and love he needed during the last act of kindness and before.

[@armonia9758]

This is so cruel it's really hard to watch. We need to fight harder for their rights because this is unacceptable. And people should get informed correctly about their proper care and in some cases even get checked. I have heard of people of taking animals just to torture them. It's really upsetting and terrifying

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Yes we agree entirely 😔

[@maititikka8795]

This is Spain, where abusing animals is fine by law. The EU has to take a stand, and FORCE its members to change their laws. Civilization is about protecting the weak. Spain, become a civilized country already, or else get kicked.

[@Lily.eq.13]

This was so sad to see such a heart breaking story and that so many animals in the world are not treated right but these beautiful people gave him true care and love ❤️ poor pumpkin at least he crossed the rainbow bridge and is now in a happy place ❤️❤️

[@the-horsey-channel]

I agree with everything your saying I live in the us and I used to live in a neighborhood and the lady next door had three horses that her very skinny they didn’t have shelter they just sat in there own poop all day the owner wouldn’t even clean it and she knew pretty much nothing about horses they didn’t get grain and she would feed them STRAW and bc they were thin and starving they couldn’t eat anything else and it haunts me to this day we tried calling local rescues multiple times we tried everything this keeps me awake at night I’m so happy there’s people like you who save these poor equines.xoxo Mia from the U.S

[@TenerifeHorseRescue]

Yes this sounds like a similar situation to here. It's so difficult when your fighting to do the right thing.

[@the-horsey-channel]

@@TenerifeHorseRescue I know

[@arnethd9730]

Ignorance is a prevailing factor. We must teach love and understanding to better equip people to be responsible with God's precious animals.

[@jenotteni7889]

Poor sweet pumpkin I feel so sad that he couldn't live long enough

[@pauletteobrien5200]

Oh my god. This is so sad. THANK YOU God Bless for all you do. Poor pumpkin.

[@terrybrewer4975]

Thank you for being wonderful people that don't shy away from these hard and heartbreaking cases God has a special place for you in heaven. I cried throughout this video God bless you and your entire staff❤💧

[@luxste]

Rest peacefully, beautiful, precious, and perfect little Pumpkin. Goodnight, angel. Sending my love. 💜😭

[@shellyzadorozny6962]

He died fed ,care for and loved that was an awesome gift you guys have pumpkin

[@DG-yd4nh]

So sad for this precious soul and others like him. Thank you for showing him what love is in his final days❤.Human beings can be the cruelest animals...😔

[@beverlyroberts24]

Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt story, bless you all...RIP dear Pumpkin, you will never suffer abuse again.

[@robertajack2783]

My heart broke. 😪 Thank God you gave him such love and kindness.

[@denisepickering2119]

You are amazing people ❤ thankyou for rescuing pumpkin in his final days. He was pain free and loved. Why so long to get him in this horrific state barbaric owners. so so sad. And still riding this poor horse. My god.

[@shutupdeck]

This absolutely broke me…. How could anyone be so cruel to a living being??? Thank you for trying to help this baby, I am so heartbroken that he had to suffer 🥺🥺 Your work is so admirable and I’m thankful people like you exist in this world

[@lisar7776]

This is heartbreaking!! Made me cry so hard for him. I can’t imagine his anguish and pain. What he must’ve felt and withstood. Makes me livid and his hooves OMG!!! Rest easy Pumpkin 💝

[@diannemilne3922]

That is so sad it’s shocking to think people can be so cruel. Some People should never have a pet . Poor sweetheart that breaks my heart to see how he suffered. I am in tears. . R.I.P precious

[@gailkarabell7381]

This poor, poor soul. My heart breaks but glad to know he received luv, attention & the best care. Thanks for your continued support for these beautiful creatures 💔🙏

[@maititikka8795]

Only a felt 10 million animals to go in that country of abuse, and torture. Spain, become civilized already. Change those laws. Join us in the 21st century!

[@ThorMalibuPistolApollo]

Use are beautiful people saving these sweet but damaged souls who deserve so much more in life.

[@cynthiarogers2904]

*GOD BLESS YOU !!! THANK YOU.*

[@janechurch5060]

Thank you for rescueing Pumpkin and showing him love before letting him pass. I hope the monster that abused him was jailed and fined, never to own an animal again. 😭😭😭😭🐴

[@moniqueg7625]

Thank you for not giving up on him 😪

[@maggiefreeman6513]

This is so sad. Thank you for all you do for horses.

[@keithbuck5504]

Well done guys I'm so sorry for the loss of a 🐎 you done a good job you tryed to save him

[@lisak4367]

I'm sorry you were let down by everyone. Thankfully, he had good days at the end filled with care and love for the first time in his life 🥰🥲

[@dianaswank2118]

Ohhh this broke my heart💔💔💔💔 how was he allowed to be left in these conditions 😭😭😭 Thank you for giving him love in his last days

[@marlenedeal7124]

Thank you ❤

[@rebekahjeanperry1686]

Omg!😲 thank God you saved him..i hope you are able to help his feet get better! Those old owners should be prosecuted!

[@stevischermi6409]

Lovely pretty face. Darling little boy. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@anandashani9923]

Such unpardonable sins with a beautiful creature, it is heart breaking. Thanks for making the effort, your work is noticed by the Universe. Wish I could join your team some day.. Love and Respect from India 🇮🇳

[@ghengis430]

Ignorance is not bliss. Poor baby. I rarely cry, but the horror of his life made me weep.

[@salmaseth9283]

Much respect to Tenerife horse rescue. thank you for giving the best care and love to Pumpkin, and helping her pass with care and love. God Bless you all

[@julzy8157]

Thank you for helping him and showing him love and a name 💜

[@twannacooper8124]

Poor Baby break my heart to see him look like that Ashame people are so cruel Thank you for your helping hands ❤️

[@lesleywood76]

Thank you, thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@thahn11]

I cried while watching this but, god bless all of u giving him a amazing end of this life and hopefully a amazing new one

[@LizzardsnSnakes]

God Bless u all! I wish I could love him and tell him I'm sorry people treated him bad, not all people were cruel n evil!

[@flibbinflah22]

I have no words, only tears.

[@romeovoid7276]

And tears and tears and tears.

[@TheJessyrose]

😢Thank You So much 🙏GOD BLESS YOU🙏

[@elinoirsmythe224]

Thank you for giving him love and kindness in his final days. Sadly in some cases that's the best you can do :( RIP Pumpkin

[@hatemrouabah7171]

much respect for what you do. angels are among us to try to repair human stupidity.

[@lilgeorge34]

My brother lives in Tenerife and has made about £20,000 for horses over there. Is this the place that got the money, My brother is a Elvis Impersonator ??? Thank you for helping all this horses

[@tinasarich9127]

Nawww rest in peace Little Pumpkin. You guys are amazing, I couldn't bear to imagine what his final days would of been with his abusers, I am so greatful, he had you all there for him ❤❤❤❤

[@ankematthaus4197]

heartbreaking - and impressive

[@thegentlesheepbarn3578]

I am so sorry. You were so beautiful with such a beautiful heart. I wish they could have let you live for at least a year.

[@SuperSSJ100Goku]

thank you

[@FishesAndLoaves997]

See you on the other side Sweet Pony Pumpkin!!! Run, Happy Free & whole!

[@annettebockler5666]

😭, danke, dass ihr sein Leiden liebevoll beendet habt! Sei frei und ohne Schmerzen 😭🌈🐎❤!

[@LolitaUrrutia]

Thank you for your work.

[@gabrieletoll1406]

Ach menno😢 Tausend Dank an den Rettern für die Rettung jedes einzelnen Tieres ❤❤❤

[@larryb7559]

Thank you, I work with horses, I love your cause

[@synthiafinn5052]

😡😢😥💔 thank you for helping him❤

[@ljo0605]

And they still rode him?! People never cease to shock me. He was no more than an object to them. So glad they tried to save him and give him a chance x

[@cherylmillard2067]

That was just a convenient and selfish excuse they used to keep him. There was absolutely no way that horse could bear weight on those feet.

[@debbierundell8694]

I just watched pumpkins journey and was devastated to see how bad he had to have lived in those conferences I'm so sad that you were unable to save him but my heart goes out to you for such a valiant effort too many animals in this world are going through abuse and neglect and the laws have to change 😢💔 thankyou for being the people you are and may God bless you 😢

[@Ganpignanus]

they basically killed him slowly. there is no way i would have left him there. stable doors are left open. horses escapes someimes into the night...never to be found again...

[@damascusdolphins8907]

poor pumpkin i am literally crying cause i'm 11 and this is what i want to get my dream pony from a poor rescue pony and give it all the love in the world

[@EdurtreG]

Ascerosso la gente. Good job!!! Respect for your work.

[@vickimeyers2672]

God bless you for rescuing Pumpkin, showing him care, love, and feeding him nutritious and good food. More so, for making his final days comfortable and loved. It's very unfortunate the law where you live does not take into account the physical appearance and disposition of a horse that's been neglected for so many years. 😞💖

[@alessandrawhite6748]

i cried so hard, pumpkin will always live long in my memories

[@rakhinigil5370]

May God bless u for wat u did for Pumpkin even if it was too late.People don't understand that animals have pain ,hunger thirst and feelings for them it's just an animal but we will keep fighting for them because we understand their suffering🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sroberry7]

My heart breaks seeing this! It helps me to realize how wrong I've been in feeling sorry for myself. I WANT to help! Thank you for opening so many eyes! Love you!

[@mushroombird9400]

I have wanted a horse my entire life! I am 54 and have done so much research and volunteering with a horse rescue that I don’t feel smart enough or capable to own one of these majestic, sensitive and emotional creatures. I feel as if I’d need another lifetime to learn how to properly care for, pay for and treat these animals with the life they truly deserve. As prey animals, they are so different than a dog or cat, yet somewhat similar. Anyhow, I cried watching this. My anger at humanity and the flippant disregard of life disgusts me to no end. Maybe one day I will ride Pumpkin if I’m ever allowed to visit the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. ❤️‍🩹

[@ayselkimroannekavraz3116]

Thank you.

[@juliestevenson9151]

So so heartbreaking to see a beautiful horse destroyed by ignorance and selfishness

[@deborahmarkland8570]

Thank you for your hard work and dedication