May 28, 2008
Statement from Karen and David O’Connor regarding Theodore O'Connor:
It is with great sadness that we must announce Theodore O'Connor - "Teddy" - was
humanely euthanized today, May 28, 2008, after an injury sustained in an
accident at the O'Connor farm.
The injury consisted of a severe laceration to the hind leg which severed
tendons and ligaments alike, and was a direct result from Teddy slipping after
he spooked and bolted.
Our staff attended to his needs, and Dr. A Kent Allen was there to exam the
horse before it was determined that the injury was irrecoverable and impairing
to Teddy's quality of life.
This is a devastating loss for O'Connor Equestrian, and we appreciate all the
prayers, support, thoughts, and sympathy during this difficult time.
Condolences may be sent to Karen and David O'Connor, Teddy's groom Max Corcoran,
his breeder P.Wynn Norman, and the rest of his owners in the Theodore O'Connor
Syndicate via email at
teddy@oconnoreventteam.com.
To share your thoughts with Teddy’s fans around the world, click here
The O'Connor Event Team
May 29, 2008
We want to thank you all so much for the encouragement shown through your
heartfelt emails and postings about our beloved Teddy.
We are so overwhelmed by the response of love and sympathy that the global
equine community has displayed, and truly appreciate knowing such kindness in
your words. Teddy was one of a kind.
He was our bright light and Karen's best friend. It was such an honor to have been his rider and caregivers. We are really struggling at this difficult time, and reading your thoughts has
helped so much.
We just wanted to let you all know that, and to thank you!
Karen, David, Max,
and the entire O'Connor Event Team
