Oh wow, you guys really are the greatest! You are so right about it being hard. My first horse was my mom's horse when she was a girl, a thoroughbred named Frisky, and even though he lived to be 35, it was just so hard to lose him. Running a retirement facility for senior equines must have really been awesome and tough at times.

Angel has pulled through this bout, but like you said I have a feeling this is the product of her rough start. She's a tough girl, but I will not let her suffer either. Parasite control is such a battle, I bet especially so for you all back in the Eastern half of the country. Our harsh winters and drier (sometimes) climate helps keep things from exploding too much and be manageable, although anthelmintic resistance can be a bit of a challenge.

And I am rambling, thank you so much for your reply, it meant a lot:)