The horse with the mystery infection
I met Mo and his person Valerie in the mountains of Asheville, NC. We had all traveled from Raleigh to meet up in this beautiful spot. I hadn't known Valerie before but I liked her right away and was always pleased to see her on future trail rides. Mo was a steadying influence on my sometimes reactive horse and riding with Valerie always helped me feel in control.
And then one day a mutual friend happened to mention that Mo was very sick and at the state veterinary hospital. As I heard it Valerie was very worried that her guy wouldn't pull through. He was lethargic and not eating. And he wasn't a youngster.
Since I already considered Valerie a friend I was comfortable contacting her to ask if she wanted me to send healing to her horse. I didn't go into much detail, only asked her to send a recent picture to me and a description of what was known about his condition. I also asked for a daily update. I didn't expect her to decline my help even if she really didn't understand what I planned to do. As soon as I received the picture I got right to work.
Mo’s troubles began with what appeared to be an impaction colic. Colic is not an infrequent condition in horses, but it is always worrisome. Valerie was right on it and, in addition to trying to resolve the impaction, the vets had drawn blood for an analysis. The results they found were troubling. There was indication of infection.
My first step is to try to connect with the horse to see if they want help. I don't want to get involved where I’m not wanted. I can tell within a few minutes whether the animal wants healing. I almost always get an enthusiastic “yes, please!” but some animals are so far gone that they are ready to transition. And after I’ve sent some healing animals can let me know if they need more or are fine at the time. It’s always interesting and encouraging to receive the message that: “I’m doing okay today thanks. Come back later and ask again.”
Mo made it clear that he was very receptive to my help. Since I had begun using essential oils in my healing I tried some on him. The oils and the intentions I used focused on purifying any infection in his body. Since he was in an isolation unit which can be upsetting to any horse, I sent the intention and oils for safety, courage and strength. And to raise his spirits I sent happiness and optimism. As I did this I visualized Mo purging his infections, perking up and eating. I sent the intention: Fight this Infection!
The next morning Valerie sent an update. Mo had spiked a fever the previous night for a couple of hours. The vet was not happy that it suggested that the infection was still rampant. But I felt he had done exactly what I had suggested. He was using his resources to fight the infection. He was also eating and looking a bit brighter that day.
On Day 3 Valerie reported that he had had a good night. If he continued to improve he might go home the following day. He did, indeed, get discharged and sent home the next day.
Can I take credit for his recovery? I like to think I helped. He had excellent veterinary care and his own resources to to heal. But I felt privileged to be part of the team that help restore this wonderful horse to normal.