Troop was a 32 year old Tennessee Walker Stallion who was severely starved, nearly to death, four years prior to his passing.

He was liberated from his cruel master by some caring individuals and a year later he was placed in our care.

In December of 1997, he developed some lumps in his side and the vet was called.
Troop was diagnosed with lymphatic cancer and an aggressive program was started with steroids to try and combat the cancer.
He showed some signs of improvement but his age and frail health were against him.
He was having a hard time breathing and we took him off pain medication.

On Tuesday, Feb.16, he got stuck under the bottom bar of his corral and, with the help of the fire department, we were able to free him, but;
he was very weak and so the decision to free him from his suffering was made.

He was a gallant and gentle old man and it was our pleasure to know him for three years.

The vet, Charlie Liskey, was so touched that he helped Troop cross the Rainbow Bridge at no charge.