At
Redwings we are adamant about helping those in need and educating the public
about appropriate horse care. Topper is
an example of a horse that carries out Redwings’ mission, even at the equine
level. Topper continued to “work” even after he was no longer able to be
ridden. Through him, veterinary research
was able to be humanely explored; other horses were able have improved health
and well-being; and many people- public and professionals- were educated. This
handsome bay Quarter horse is 19 this month, and in his birthday celebration is
our horse of the month!
Topper
lived a happy life until he sustained a terrible tendon injury and the vet
diagnosed him with a calcified tendon, which meant he could no longer be
ridden. His veterinarian knew about a facility that accepted horses for use to
collect their plasma and help other horses in need.
When
Topper could no longer play this role of helping other horses, his owners were
contacted by the facility to let them know Topper had done his service. The facility knew how much the owners loved
this horse and made the extra effort to refer the owners to Redwings.
Topper
came to live here where he is committed to a lifetime of community service and
equine health and education and deserves his place in the pastures at our
Lockwood Ranch.
