Outlaw Equine Hospital and Rehab Center

06/23/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share that Storm passed away today.

Over the past several days, hundreds of people have followed her journey, prayed for her, donated to her care, and rooted for her recovery. While this is not the outcome any of us hoped for, we wanted to share one final update about the remarkable little filly so many came to love.

Storm never stopped amazing us. Despite the severity of her injuries, she remained bright, alert, and engaged throughout her hospitalization. During her final night, she eagerly finished every 250 mL bottle offered to her, continued drinking water on her own, and greeted her caregivers with bright eyes and soft nickers. Even on the morning of her passing, she was still trying to stand, interacting with her care team, and showing the same determination that inspired so many people throughout her fight.

In the hours leading up to her passing, Storm continued to show encouraging signs. Her blood work that morning was favorable overall. Her white blood cell count was slightly low at 4.05, but her hematocrit was 32.06, which was excellent, and her glucose remained within normal limits. We had also been very pleased with the progression of her wounds. The injuries to her legs and neck were granulating well, and there was no exposure of any joints, tendon sheaths, or other synovial structures. These findings gave us reason for optimism and were a large part of why we continued to fight alongside her.

Unfortunately, despite these encouraging developments, Storm suffered a sudden medical crisis from which she could not recover. While we may never know with absolute certainty what caused her decline, the most likely explanation is an acute thromboembolic event or severe microvascular clotting episode associated with systemic inflammation and infection resulting from her traumatic injuries. In neonatal foals, severe wounds can trigger complex inflammatory and clotting responses that occasionally result in sudden, catastrophic deterioration despite otherwise favorable progress.

What makes this loss especially difficult is how quickly everything changed. Storm went from being bright, alert, responsive, and acting like herself to critically ill within a matter of minutes. Several of our veterinary assistants and Dr. Josh Harvey were at her side when this occurred and remained with her throughout her final moments. For that, we are profoundly grateful. While her body ultimately could not overcome the extent of her injuries and the complications that followed, she was surrounded by people who loved her and were fighting for her until the very end.

We also thank God for allowing Storm to remain comfortable, bright, and engaged for nearly all of her journey with us. We are grateful that her final days were filled with compassionate care, loving hands, and countless people rooting for her recovery.

We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming support, prayers, messages, donations, and encouragement shared on Storm’s behalf. Your kindness allowed us to provide intensive, around-the-clock care and gave her every possible opportunity to recover. The outpouring of compassion shown by people from across the country and beyond has been truly humbling.

At this time, we will no longer be accepting donations for Storm. Any funds received beyond those utilized for her care will be refunded or returned as appropriate. We are committed to ensuring that every donation is handled responsibly and in accordance with the purpose for which it was given.

We would also like to thank the incredible veterinarians, technicians, assistants, interns, and support staff who cared for Storm day and night. They celebrated every small victory, carried the weight of every setback, and loved this filly as if she were their own.

While her time with us was far too short, Storm touched the hearts of far more people than we ever could have imagined. Her resilience, courage, and fighting spirit brought together a community of people who believed in her and hoped for her recovery. We are honored to have been part of her story and grateful that so many of you were as well.

Run free, sweet Storm. ❤️🐴🌈

06/22/2026

We wanted to provide a brief update and clarification regarding Storm, the critically injured foal currently receiving treatment at Outlaw Equine Hospital & Rehabilitation Center.

Storm remains bright, alert, affectionate, and determined. 🥹 Despite the severity of her injuries, she continues to show us every day that she wants to fight, and our team is committed to giving her every reasonable opportunity to recover.

Several people have asked how donations are being handled. Donations are not being made to Outlaw Equine Hospital. They are being applied directly toward Storm’s medical expenses on behalf of her owner.

The decision to seek donations was made with the owner’s knowledge and consent as a way to help offset the significant costs associated with Storm’s ongoing care and treatment.

To ensure complete transparency, every donation is being documented through our billing platform. If donations exceed the amount needed for Storm’s care, excess funds will be refunded in reverse order of receipt, beginning with the most recent donations received. Likewise, if at any point humane euthanasia becomes the kindest and most appropriate option for Storm, any remaining donated funds will be refunded using the same process.

We would also ask everyone to remember that this post was never intended to assign blame or invite criticism of Storm’s owner. Whatever circumstances led to this situation, our focus is not on the past—it is on helping Storm. She did not choose the circumstances that brought her here. She is simply a critically injured foal fighting for a chance to recover.

No one is under any obligation to contribute. We simply wanted to provide an opportunity for those who have asked how they can help Storm and her owner during this difficult time.

Thank you to everyone who has offered prayers, encouragement, and support. We will continue to provide updates as Storm’s condition evolves. 🫶🏼

06/22/2026

‼️ATTENTION‼️

Storm is an approximately 2-week-old filly who was born in a pasture setting and suffered severe trauma after being attacked by a stallion. When her owners found her, she was alone, critically weak, and lying in the middle of a storm. Her dam had not accepted her, leaving her especially vulnerable.

She was rushed to our clinic in critical condition, arriving severely hypothermic with dangerously low blood glucose and multiple traumatic wounds affecting her body, neck, and limbs. Based on the pattern and severity of her injuries, we believe the stallion repeatedly attacked Storm by biting her, lifting her by her limbs, and violently shaking her. From the moment she arrived, her condition was extremely grave.

Storm immediately required intensive, around-the-clock care. She received intravenous fluids, plasma transfusions, IV antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, and extensive supportive treatment. Because she was unable to nurse normally, she required bottle feeding every hour—day and night. In those first several days, our focus was simply stabilizing her and giving her every possible chance to survive.

Despite the severity of her injuries, Storm has shown remarkable strength and resilience.

Due to the extensive trauma and compromised blood supply to affected tissues, Storm developed significant pressure necrosis and skin sloughing across multiple areas of her body. Large sections of skin have sloughed from her neck, shoulders, back, and limbs. Most concerning is a severe wound on her right front limb involving loss of skin and portions of the extensor tendon over the radius. Additional areas of tissue loss are present on her left front limb and other regions of her body.

Her care now centers around intensive wound management and continued supportive care. Each evening, Storm receives a medicated bath followed by extensive wound cleaning and bandage changes. Due to the severity of her wounds, she must remain in a climate-controlled ICU environment to minimize contamination and protect against flies. Traditional bedding cannot be used because shavings adhere to her wounds, requiring meticulous stall management with immediate removal of manure and urine. We have also developed a specialized splint to support her right front limb and help protect the damaged tendon during healing.

Storm’s owners have been transparent about their financial limitations from the beginning. Even so, they have remained fully committed to Storm’s care, doing everything within their means to support her treatment. Our hospital team has also worked diligently to help reduce costs wherever possible by donating medications, utilizing appropriate leftover supplies, and providing discounts to help extend available resources.

There may come a point where difficult decisions must be made. Our commitment is, and always will be, to Storm’s welfare and quality of life. If complications arise—such as loss of joint integrity, severe infection, or unmanageable pain—we will carefully reassess her prognosis and make recommendations based on what is most humane for her.

Even through all of this, Storm continues to show us her determination.

She is fighting with everything she has.

What makes Storm especially remarkable is not only her resilience, but also her temperament. Despite enduring significant pain, daily treatments, and intensive care, she remains incredibly gentle, trusting, and kind. She has a remarkably sweet nature and a quiet strength that has touched every member of our team. Her spirit continues to inspire those caring for her each day.

Storm’s case is one that requires extraordinary medical care, nursing care, time, and resources. Any financial support would be deeply appreciated and would go directly toward her ongoing hospitalization, wound care, medications, and supportive treatment.

We also want to be transparent that donations are being requested solely to assist with Storm’s medical care. This is not an equine rescue situation, but rather a tragic and unforeseen accident involving a young foal requiring extensive treatment. Should donations exceed Storm’s medical needs, those funds will be directed toward helping other horses and owners facing serious medical hardship.

For those who feel led to help Storm, donations may be made directly to her account (Account # 27815) by calling Outlaw Equine Hospital & Rehab Center at 940-626-8387. Every contribution, regardless of size, is sincerely appreciated and will directly support Storm’s ongoing care.

Storm continues to fight every day.

And as long as she keeps fighting, so will we.

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06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there.

Today we want to give special recognition to these three guys at Outlaw Equine— three veterinarians who work tirelessly to care for patients and their families.

From long days in the field to long nights with family, your dedication, sacrifice, and work ethic are truly respected.

Thank you for everything you do. We are proud to be on your team. ♥️💪🏼

06/18/2026