We lost Ike this morning. He was fine last night but this morning when Patty went out to feed, she found Ike down flat. We sat out in his pasture with him until the vet got there. Patty shaded his head and gave him water while we waited. He tried to get up several times, but just couldn't. He had been retired because of a neurological injury suffered several years ago and he served as the farm "babysitter" because of his sweet, gentle, and patient nature. Apparently, he either re-injured himself or something from the old cervical injury snapped or something. The vet said he was paralyzed and put him quietly to sleep. He had a wonderful dressage career with Patty, winning many championships including a Silver medal at the SWDC championships. They were just beginning their Prix St. George debut when he was hurt. He lived at the farm for 16 years.