• Address: Wilmington, IL 60481 (map)
• Date Posted: 10/30/09
• Offered by: Shelter

Thoroughbred - Large - Adult - Female - Horse - Lulu (registered
Description
Lulu is a 12 year old, 16.0 hand, dark bay, Thoroughbred mare. The ILEHC rescued Lulu on June 6, 2009 from a kill pen at the Shipshewana Livestock Auction in Shipshewana, IN. Lame and in obvious distress, Lulu had already been purchased by well known kill-buyer Jaron Gold by the time the ILEHC had arrived at the auction. The ILEHC was able to broker a deal with Mr. Gold to purchase this mare to spare her what would have been tremendous suffering during the long journey to a Canadian slaughter plant. Lulu is safe now, although her lameness issues continue to escape diagnosis. Lulu exhibits classic signs of laminitis, however, the ILEHC has had two different veterinarians evaluate and radiograph Lulu's hooves and both have concluded that there are no structural abnormalities within Lulu's feet that would explain her obvious lameness. Further diagnostics are needed in order to fully diagnose the extent of Lulu's troubles. We also expect that Lulu could potentially be "with foal," so a pregnancy check is also on the list of veterinary needs for this lovely mare. Lulu is not currently available for adoption, however, we are seeking "angels" who would like donate to funds to help us with the extensive and expensive veterinary care that this sweet girl so desperately needs. If you wish to sponsor Lulu, please let us know.
Characteristics
Breed: Thoroughbred
Age: Adult
Size: Large
Gender: Female
Offered by: Shelter
Petfinder ID: 14588602
additional information
Illinois Equine Humane Center, NFP | Wilmington, IL | 815-476-5257 | info@ilehc.org
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