I have never posted the work of others on my website, but this story from Horsey Hooves about an Appaloosa who lost his eyes is so touching and amazing it just seemed perfect for Christmas. And at this point of a difficult year, we all can use something heartwarming.
Endo jumping. (Photo: Jumpswest.com)
Endo contracted recurrent uveitis, glaucoma and cataracts in one eye, which had to be removed. Months later, the same problem involved his other eye, which also was removed.
Totally blind, he relied on his owner, Morgan Wagner, and the two developed an incredible line of communication that even enables her to send him over a jump, do pole bending and handle trail class-type obstacles.
Here is a link to the article and amazing video about Endo the Blind, as he is called. And if learning about him makes you a fan, here’s his website .
