VERSAILLES, KY — (April 13, 2016) It is with heavy hearts that Team Zenyatta and Lane’s End Farm must announce the passing of Zenyatta’s 2016 foal by War Front. His death occurred at approximately 9:00 am this morning due to complications of meconium aspiration syndrome. We express our deep gratitude to Dr. Peter Morresey and the professionals at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital who worked tirelessly to support the mare and foal. Zenyatta is in good health and back home at Lane’s End Farm.
Update — 5:30 pm
Zenyatta has returned to the field that is her original home at Lane’s End. She has been paired with the mare Vixana, who is also owned by Jerry and Ann Moss. Zenyatta and Vixana are the same age, and they trained together under John Shirreffs at Barn 55. The two are becoming reacquainted and have already shared a drink at the water bowl.
KIMBERLY BUTSCHER
So sad, my condolences to the entire Zenyatta team. Sending a big hug to Queen Z.
Stella Bagwell in South Texas
So many, many tears shed for this little darling that left us too soon. I am so deeply sorry for Zenyatta and for all those who love her so dearly.
At least we can celebrate in the fact that Zenyatta is well and hopefully she can have more healthy foals in the future.
God Bless the lost little one, and all of Team Z, especially Mr. and Mrs. Moss. I pray your grief dims quickly.
Much love,
Stel
Nicole Lynn Northrup(Nashua,New Hampshire)
Jerry and Ann, and all of Team Z, everywhere–
Please know that all of Dumpling Nation is in mourning right now, both for baby and Mama Z. I was worried about her, because this time, everything was so late. I wish we could all be there for a huge group hug and to lay flowers.
Love and hugs to all, amid the sadness. My heart is still so broken over Z Princess, and now this
P.S. run free with your sister.
Gayle Wilbert-PAoletti
I am deeply saddened for the loss of little Z..but now he is up there with his little sister prancing with the angels! My heart aches for the family, Lanes End, Team Zenyatta and Mama Zenyatta
MK Adams
I am so very sorry this happened. I, along with the others here, am heartbroken for you. I will light a candle and keep you in my thoughts. God bless Zenyatta.
Laura Hicks
devastating and heartbreaking news. Our sympathy goes out to Team Z, Lanes End and all who looked after Zenyatta and Z2016. RIP little one and give Z Princess a hug for us.
Lori Stein
My sincerest sympathies to Zenyatta, the Moss’, Zenyatta’s connections, Lane’s End and all of Zenyatta’s fans. My heart aches. I’m a grateful to hear Zenyatta is physically well. It hurts me to think of her grieving after all the joy she has always brought to us. RIP baby Z.
Ellen Brayshaw
Oh my, this is an excruciating loss. My heart and support goes out to Jerry and Ann and their mighty fine Z team on this tragic loss of Prince III. His life was snuffed out but his flame will burn for eternity. Why these things happen I will never no, all I know is life goes on for a reason. Love Zenny up good as she grieves and yourselves too. This little spirit is galloping in a fine pasture with his sister. God Bless all involved, my prayers of comfort are with you…..
Carole Klumb
My sympathy to team Zenyatta on the loss of the new foal. Such a tragedy.
Mary Jo Gardner
What words work? It’s just too sad.
Glorijeaaninoc
My heart hurts for Ann and Jerry Moss and all of Team Zenyatta. My hear is broken. ❤️
JUDY BUTSCHER
My heartfelt condolences to Team Z.
It is so very sad to lose Zenyatta’s Colt. It is a real heartbreaker.
I am happy to know that Zenyatta is well and wish I could be there
to give her a big hug!
Love and hugs to all of Team Z.
Sandy
This is heartbreaking. My condolences to the Queen, and the entire Team Z.
I wonder what happens now? I hope Zenyatta is OK mentally.
BIGGEST hugs to the Queen and her family.
Naline
Really sad to hear about your loss. What a beautiful baby he was….
Anita Johansen
I am so very sorry
Suz CATX
Just devastating news and so difficult to comprehend. Love and prayers for entire Team Z but most of all for Ann. So blessed that Queen Z is back home safe and sound. Hugs for all
Allen
RIP Little Prince now you can run free with Z Princess. So glad Zenny is fine, even though I know she is heart broken. Prayers go out to Ann and Jerry, and everyone with Team Z. It just seem’s like it is not in God’s plan for Zenny to have a War Front baby.
sue/Va
There are no words just heavy hearts today. 16Z was a precious colt with much too short a life. I pray for Zenny who will miss having this little one by her side and for the Mosses who love her so much.
LindaE_Ohio
This sad news just hurts too much. My heart goes out to Jerry and Ann and all Team Z.
Janie (in L.A.)
I am so terribly sorry to hear this news… beautiful baby boy, go be with your sweet sister and run and play and be happy. You are very much loved and we know you will be watching over your mom and your brothers as their guardian angel. My most heartfelt condolences go to Ann and Jerry Moss, Team Zenyatta and all of Zenyatta’s keepers at Lane’s End.
Pattie
Team Z has my deepest, sincerest condolences. Sending lots of love and long-distance hugs. Kisses to Z. <3
Randy
Speechless and heartbroken… apparently it just wasn’t meant to be. Sincere condolences to all her connections and caregivers.
Gretchen
I’m sorry about the foal! Is mom okay? Can she have
Another foal? So sorry for the lose
sue and tony
We are greatly saddened by this news. There is a reason for every thing that happens in this life. 16Z touched us all. Our thoughts and prayers ae with the Mosses who love our Zenny and her offspring tremendously. May they find comfort in the joy he gave them in the short time he was with us.
Kim
Oh my word. I am so devestated over this news. Our poor Zenny :( She must be heartbroken as well. My condolences to Ann and Jerry, Team Z, and all those involved at Lane’s End. RIP Little man <3
Joyce Hennessey
I am sick with heartache for all. Please dear God help us to understand.
TonyaStephensonLafarr
Sending my thoughts and prayers to you all at Lane’s End and Team Z.
Carol A. Greenhalgh
So sad! I was just reading about the birth, yesterday evening. Condolences to all involved.
Gail
To the Z Team;
I was so sorry to hear about Z’s baby. Poor mom, not understanding what happened, all she knows is that her baby is no longer with her.
So sorry,
Gail
sybil krizinski
My heart is truly broken. Condolences to all. I am so sorry for your loss.
MONICA in Long Beach, CA
I am so sorry – truly sorry – for that sweet little baby boy who never got to live and enjoy his life – and for ann and all the zenyatta team – and mostly for zenyatta – I never wanted her to have any sadness in her life – she has been nothing but a sweet ray of light to everyone – she does not deserve to be sad and grieving – my heart breaks to think she is unhappy and missing her baby – I am so sorry and sad – heartbroken – zenyatta does not deserve anything bad and there has been too much lately – neither do the moss’s – zenyatta and the moss’s are in my prayers – please know we all have you in our thoughts – and please give zenyatta more hugs and love than ever….. we send them in our thoughts to her – may she feel them – may she feel the love we all have for her – please God, no more sorrow for this sweet mare and her people – they are all good and kind – I wish them all only love and peace and happiness again one day – my heartfelt love always, monica