Equine Medicine & Surgery
Who Are The Ancients?
Thanks to the quality care owners are providing, along with advances in equine veterinary medicine, horses are living longer...much longer.
These "Ancients" are horses 25 years of age or older, that are not only surviving but flourishing in their elder years. They are providing companionship to those who love and care for them well into their 30s.
Our Ancients
Cupcake
Born in 1983, Owned by Kevin & Janet Marschner
"A dashing sorrel standing at 17 hands, Cupcake's strong features became prominent as he enjoyed life in the pasture, bossing around his pasture mates."
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Dandy & Micki
Born in 1986 & 1981, Owned by Barbara Miller
"Throughout his sickness, Micki stayed close to Dandy and led him from the barn to the pasture and back again when he was leaning. She even got a little bossy when she knew he was beginning to feel better!"
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Sugarboy Jr.
1974-2009, Owned by Frances Wilson
"This chestnut colt was born with a flaxen mane and tail, and a perfect diamond on his forehead. He was destined to be special."
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Buck & Blue
Born in 1982, Owned by Judy McCuiston
" In retirement, Blue and Buckaroo get to enjoy each other's company. They get turned out together as often as possible and are neighbors, referred to around the Four Winds as "the Old Guys."
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Spud
Born in 1977, Owned by Meredith Hutmacher
Originally named "Stud," a mix-up by a young child caused him to be stuck with the nickname "Spud" all of his life.
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Seaba & Charlie
Born in 1974, Owned by Sandy Calvin
"You can't help but get a lump in your throat as you observe the friendship of these two 36 year-young geldings. You wonder if they're reminiscing about the different paths that brought them to their now 14 year relationship."
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Danny
Born in 1981, Owned by Aspen Brinton
"He took command of the yard, has to be chased away from eating the petunias, and more recently was given several goats to boss around."
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Help us celebrate!
Tell us the stories of your horse's own old soul, submit story and picture to: comments4equinehospital@colostate.edu
