This is my first post on this thread, but I have been following it for several days now...
I want to add my sincere best wishes and warm thoughts for your beloved mare to recover completely and without incident, and to thrive in the future!
I also have to add that, in spite of the FEW who apparently demonstrated an unfeeling, unthinking attitude, my heart is warmed by how many across the spectrum of 'horsey people' show their genuine LOVE AND CARING toward horses by their expressions of support here!
The very best of best wishes,
Margo