Re Fjord Family demo at MN
This message is from: Marsha mski...@yahoo.com That sounds like a super demo that Phil is putting on. If someone has the where with all to tape the whole darn thing we would love to have a CD to use at our booth at the PA expo we just did the 2014 version 2 weeks ago. We used the Rose Parade review this year and it was lovely. Thanks to the folks who made that happen!! Let us know Marsha Korose Deep Creek Fjords WV ( with 13 inches of spring snow last night ) Sent from my iPhone Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Minnesota Horse Expo Family Fjords
This message is from: Phillip Odden n...@centurytel.net The Minnesota Horse Expo takes place on April 25, 26 and 27 at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds in North St. Paul. The Midwest Fjord Horse Club has planned its winter meeting to take place during the Minnesota Horse Expo this year. Kristin Lee has arranged and supervised the Fjord Horse presence and demonstrations at the Mn Horse Expo for several years. This year she and her staff of helpers are ready to welcome a large group of MWFHC members to share in the early spring celebration. We will have a hospitality stall on Fjord Aisle in the Horse barn. - Phil Odden has been invited by the Minnesota Horse Expo staff to present two one hour long clinics in the Agstar arena during the 2014 Minnesota Horse Expo. The clinics titled Ole and Lenas Family Fjords will take place on Friday and Saturday April 25 and 26. Phil plans to use the Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry Family Fjord evaluation program as a basis for his presentations. He will talk about form and function with regard to Fjord conformation. Elements of the NFHR Family Fjord tests will be explained and demonstrated during the clinics on Friday and Saturday. On Sunday April 27 , Phil will present an historical overview of the Fjord horse from its function in its native country of Norway to North America. Phil Odden from Barronett, Wisconsin together with his wife Else have made their living as artists for 35 years specializing in traditional Norwegian woodcarving and furniture making. They breed, raise, train and sell quality Fjord horses on their rural Wisconsin farm. Phil uses his versatile Fjord Horses for light draft work, trail riding, packing, hunting, and pleasure driving. Specializing in pair driving, they show their horses at American Driving Society sponsored Pleasure Driving shows and Combined Driving Events in several states each year. In 2010 Phil demonstrated with the ADS at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at Lexington, Kentucky. Phil learned from and contributed to the Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry evaluation program in America and Fjord Horse International in Europe. Given their extensive contacts and experience in Scandinavia, Phil and Else lead Oddens Rural Life Tours to Norway, Sweden and Iceland each summer. For clinic and demonstration times and locations, check out the Minnesota Horse Expo website at: www.mnhorseexpo.org A block of rooms has been set aside at: BEST WESTERN Bandana Square 1010 Bandana Blvd W St Paul, MN, 55108 651-647-1637 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
economic woes and family woes
This message is from: Debby miss.am...@earthlink.net Thank all for their thoughts, their prayers. I too agree, we are not alone. Searching for our sister, I'm appauled at the situation of homelessness, of people starving. Its all over. Being in a smaller rural area, I haven't seen it much. Living on military installations the previous 23yrs., I haven't seen it. It is there. And worse now than ever. Families are losing their jobs. They are losing their homes. I tell my sister there is no shame in what has happened to her. We've seen it happening to many others. Other families that she attends Church with. But by the Grace of God, many of families that can take them in. But many others have families that are struggling too. Something has to be done. I'm not sure what. But I do believe in getting the word out there. This list is very helpful. We have our ponies, we love our ponies, they are our families. Just having the support of this list is a huge help to me. My mom always said no one likes to suffer alone. Of course I'd now wish any suffering on anyone. But thank you to all, for sharing your stories. We aren't alone. We have each other. And my prayers go out to all. God Bless you all. Debby in Tx Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
To Nigel's family, friends and admirers
This message is from: Cynthia Madden cynthia.mad...@gmail.com Many of you have heard of Nigel, the Fjord-Arab cross I have boarded for the last 9+ years for the Keller family. He was part of our family, too. He died sometime early this morning after two days of efforts to save him from colic. We are not sure how old he was but he was ancient. It is believed he was one of the horses Finn Caspersen bred for competitive driving by Bill Long. I don't know if he was part of the team. Vivian Creigh told me she saw him show on the Florida circuit. He was great horse with a sly personality but a willing partner for driving and riding. He took care of his people. He was a real pal to Starfire Chiron (Teddy) because he would play with him and Tank is not much into playing. But he was also Tank's preferred companion and when they were separated for a short period, their reunion was joyous. We found Nigel early this morning with Teddy and Tank standing vigil over him. He will be missed by all who knew him. -- Cynthia Madden Las Cruces, NM cynt...@carriagehorse.com http://highmesafjords.yolasite.com/ No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. ~Herman Melville, Redburn. His First Voyage, 1849 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
RE: To Nigel's family, friends and admirers
This message is from: Linda Lottie horselo...@hotmail.com Cynthia..my heart just hurts reading your words. Sounds like the boys were a tight group and had a great friendship. Bless you for taking such great care of him so he lived a long and wonderful life. I'm about to have tears rolling down my face reading how the boys were standing beside him...remembering when my black mare died out in the pasture I watched my appy mare hold a vigil over her for hours that nearly broke me into pieces. They were THEE best of friends..and testimony that animals do have very deep feelings. I am sorry for your loss..and for the loss of a friend to your other horses. Linda in WI Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:38:12 -0700 Subject: To Nigel's family, friends and admirers From: cynthia.mad...@gmail.com To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com; tkel...@nmsu.edu; sixflig...@earthlink.net; jsaund...@psl.nmsu.edu; catamoun...@comcast.net; efear...@yahoo.com; twinp...@q.com; dpmcdow...@ymail.com; eaglel...@zianet.com; garos...@zianet.com; lour...@nmsu.edu; jiwil...@ad.nmsu.edu This message is from: Cynthia Madden cynthia.mad...@gmail.com Many of you have heard of Nigel, the Fjord-Arab cross I have boarded for the last 9+ years for the Keller family. He was part of our family, too. He died sometime early this morning after two days of efforts to save him from colic. We are not sure how old he was but he was ancient. It is believed he was one of the horses Finn Caspersen bred for competitive driving by Bill Long. I don't know if he was part of the team. Vivian Creigh told me she saw him show on the Florida circuit. He was great horse with a sly personality but a willing partner for driving and riding. He took care of his people. He was a real pal to Starfire Chiron (Teddy) because he would play with him and Tank is not much into playing. But he was also Tank's preferred companion and when they were separated for a short period, their reunion was joyous. We found Nigel early this morning with Teddy and Tank standing vigil over him. He will be missed by all who knew him. -- Cynthia Madden Las Cruces, NM cynt...@carriagehorse.com http://highmesafjords.yolasite.com/ No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. ~Herman Melville, Redburn. His First Voyage, 1849 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
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Family horses...
This message is from: Willows Edge Farm [EMAIL PROTECTED] Having 3 kids ages 4-15, and only the 15 year old was raised around horses, I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for uniting the family and horses more. The reason I even bring this up, is because with everything we've been doing (mostly horse related), my family was absolutely furious with me that I would give up 4th of July with the family and instead go to the Horse Expo. This wasn't a spur of the moment deal, it had been planned now for a few months and we were to go (along with Bonnie Morris) to showcase our lovely Fjords. Well... I finally caved - mostly because of family not to go. Some of you know how much I love the breed and how I try to do my part to help promote the breed to others who just don't know, but now I am disappointed. Anyone out there with kids (or family) dealing with this or found a way to deal with it? BY THE WAY - If anyone is interested - there are a bunch of stalls already paid for, for the Celebrate the Horse this weekend. Thanks for listening, Corinne Logan Willows Edge Farm Bothell, WA (425) 402-6781 www.willowsedgefarm.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Family horses...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Camping! It's great fun! -- Original message -- From: Willows Edge Farm [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: Willows Edge Farm [EMAIL PROTECTED] Having 3 kids ages 4-15, and only the 15 year old was raised around horses, I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for uniting the family and horses more. The reason I even bring this up, is because with everything we've been doing (mostly horse related), my family was absolutely furious with me that I would give up 4th of July with the family and instead go to the Horse Expo. This wasn't a spur of the moment deal, it had been planned now for a few months and we were to go (along with Bonnie Morris) to showcase our lovely Fjords. Well... I finally caved - mostly because of family not to go. Some of you know how much I love the breed and how I try to do my part to help promote the breed to others who just don't know, but now I am disappointed. Anyone out there with kids (or family) dealing with this or found a way to deal with it? BY THE WAY - If anyone is interested - there are a bunch of stalls already paid for, for the Celebrate the Horse this weekend. Thanks for listening, Corinne Logan Willows Edge Farm Bothell, WA (425) 402-6781 www.willowsedgefarm.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Family horses...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fortunately, my daughters 16 and 20) have been more or less thrilled with having horses around the last 5 years. they are not as obsessive as I am, but really love the fjords and are willing to help with care and exercising. My husband does not really care for horses, but he cares for me, so he puts up with it. My preference would be to spend literally every waking moment down at the barn when I am not working. I compromise by doing things with the family that don't involve the horses sometimes. The occasional movie, or day trip to something nearby. After several years where our only vacation time was spent doing pony things, I encouraged my husband to pick a trip that was something HE really wanted to do. It has felt like a big sacrifice for me to give up 5 days of vacation when I could be spending it at the barn, but it has done a world of good for our relationship. And the ponies seem to be weathering it okay. And actually, spending time in Las Vegas without any responsibilities at all, even ones that I love, is turning out to be pretty nice for me too! Kate with Joe and Della (who completely understand why I would rather spend time with them than anyone else) *** In a message dated 7/3/2008 11:31:44 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone out there with kids (or family) dealing with this or found a way to deal with it? **Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut000507) The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Fjnominal Fjord Finds New Family
This message is from: Gayle Ware [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: ruth bushnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Fjnominal Fjord Finds New Family This message is from: ruth bushnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] And the 'lucky WINNERS' were Gene and Ruthie Bushnell from Troy, MT. Ely arrived at their place last Sunday. Gayle Ware WE SURELY DO feel like we hit the jackpot this time Gayle =))) Ely is all that you claimed he was and more besides.. we love him!! We knew the Dustin lineage, we knew your training ability, and your integrity history, so we seized the lucky opportunity post haste.. !! =))) Thanks very much !! Ruthie and Gene, nw mt US Bushwhacker Fjords Hi, I am always so glad to hear that folks are pleased with their new Fjord family member! I had 'mentioned' that Ely was absolutely magnificent - pretty strong recommendation and was hoping that you would come to that same conclusion! He really is quite extraordinary. Thank you for the kind words of confidence. I appreciate that. Please do keep us posted on 'everything Ely'! Gayle Ware Field of Dreams Eugene, OR www.fjordhorse.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Fjnominal Fjord Finds New Family
This message is from: Gayle Ware [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who responded to my post regarding Dustin's Ely, the BEEN THERE - DONE THAT gelding that we had for sale. I did get a flurry of inquiries - a testament to the desire for really good, broke Fjords. Whenever we have one like that for sale, they are gone in a heart beat. And the 'lucky WINNERS' were Gene and Ruthie Bushnell from Troy, MT. Ely arrived at their place last Sunday. I had been telling them how absolutely fabulous this guy was and all of the really cool things about him and then anxiously awaited to hear from them after they had had a chance to ride him. Well, THE email arrived this morning and if I might take the liberty of quoting Ruthie - WOW WOW WOW!! He is so light and responsive even in just a snaffle bit. Gene and son are apparently grinning from ear to ear. LOL!! I did ask if they had found the 'Gayle' stop yet - tuck your butt, say 'whoa' and take the slack out of the reins. Gene plans to see if Ely will take to driving so he can team him up with his Homer. UMM - Gene, might have to do a little deprogramming on the stop. Don't think sliding stops are good when hitched to a vehicle! LOL!! Ruthie did mention that she might like to have one like that for herself, but a bit closer to the ground. LOL!! Ely is right at 15 hands. Anyway, congradulations to Bushnells and I look forward to hearing more about Ely's new career. Gayle Ware Field of Dreams Eugene, OR www.fjordhorse.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Fjnominal Fjord Finds New Family
This message is from: ruth bushnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] And the 'lucky WINNERS' were Gene and Ruthie Bushnell from Troy, MT. Ely arrived at their place last Sunday. Gayle Ware WE SURELY DO feel like we hit the jackpot this time Gayle =))) Ely is all that you claimed he was and more besides.. we love him!! We knew the Dustin lineage, we knew your training ability, and your integrity history, so we seized the lucky opportunity post haste.. !! =))) Thanks very much !! Ruthie and Gene, nw mt US Bushwhacker Fjords The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Ideal Family Horse - Rides, Jumps, Shows - Never puts a foot wrong - Cute too!
This message is from: Beaver Dam Farm [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello from Carol Rivoire at Beaver Dam Farm in Nova Scotia - We have a wonderful offering - A great 8 yr. old Fjord gelding who recently arrived on consignment. -- His name is OH Taske (pronounced Tass Key). He was bred by Julia Will at Old Hickory Farm, and he's a son of Erlend. -- Fjords don't get any cuter than Taske. -- He's just gorgeous! He has a wonderfully dished face and beautiful eyes. -- He's trained to Ride, Drive, and Jump. He's been shown many times in Pony Club eventing, always doing well. -- He goes around an outside jump course never faltering or thinking of avoidance. This horse is ideal for a child. -- And that can't often be said about all Fjords, as often they are too strong for a small child. -- Taske has the training and the experience to take any youngster of any age around a jump course in grand style. He just rounds his back, and tucks his feet, and sails over each jump. As if that wasn't enough, he's also been shown in dressage and always done well. -- And further, Taske is trained to drive. -- He does have an aversion to the whip, probably thanks to being sent to the Amish for driving training. -- However, we're working on that, and given the horse's wonderful temperament, we're confident we can fix this problem. -- Riding, Taske has no need of the whip. He's totally obedient and likes to go forward. A lot of money has been spent on Taske's training. He's had years of professional training. -- However, his price does not reflect the money that's been put into his training. -- I honestly can't say enough good things about this wonderful Fjord gelding. He's only 8 years old and you could take him to a Pony Club Ralley tomorrow. He's that reliable and that well trained. -- What more could anybody possibly want in a Famil Horse. His price is also very reasonable, and as far as we can see by his performance with us, you will not have to spend another dime on his training. -- He's just the best! He's a wonderful Fjordhorse! All this, and he's really one of the prettiest Fjords we've ever seen. Please call or email and we'll send you a video. -- We have some fabulous photos of Taske and will get them up on our website within a few days. Kind Regards, Carol Rivoire Beaver Dam Farm Fjords II, Ltd. Phone: 902-386-2304 Fax: 902-386-2149 URL: www.beaverdamfarm.com E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Raised by the Sea in Health and Tranquility Visit our NEW Riding Vacation page on our website today! http://www.beaverdamfarm.com/pages/riding-vacation/index.html
Rikmann is Happy with his Winner Family
This message is from: Catherine lassesen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Rikmann went to his new home on Monday! He is a happy boy. Rick Weaver of Washington State won Rikmann when Savannah pulled his ticket out of the jar on the 15th of December. We had Savannah pull two more names just in case. But Rick and his wife wanted Rikmann. Rikmann is being mothers by two other Fjord mares owned by the Weavers. He has his own turn out and stall and loved the place the minute he stepped out of the trailer. The Oregon Fjord Club was able to raise enough funds to help Savannah with some of her medical expenses and to donate a check to the Norwegian Fjord Horse Foundation Educational Endowment. Thank you for everyone that participated in the raffle. We do appreciate the donations. Merry Christmas to all! I hope Santa brings you everything you need and want. Catherine Lassesen Southern Oregon
RE: insurance Farm Family Insurance
This message is from: Frederick J. Pack [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unfortunately Farm Family is not licensed out here in Washington state. Here is a list of states where Farm Family is licensed: Licenses Products are offered by Farm Family Casualty Insurance Company in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia, and by United Farm Family Insurance Company in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Products are offered by Farm Family Life Insurance Company in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia. http://www.farmfamily.com Didn't help me, but it may help someone else... Fred All Mail is scanned in AND out by Norton Anti-virus 2004. Fred and Lois Pack Pack's Peak Stables Wilkeson, Washington 98396 http://www.geocities.com/friendlyfred98 This message is from: Katherine Carter [EMAIL PROTECTED] One company that will specifically insure farms with large numbers of horses if Farm Family. We've had house/farm insurance with them for many years, evan back when we ran a boarding stable with 20-plus horses, and have been pleased with them. Rates are reasonable. They will also cover vehicles as well as property. --Kathy in Maine
in favor or family farms
This message is from: Tamara Rousso [EMAIL PROTECTED] Not about Fjords, but about saving small farms - http://www.themeatrix.com Tamara
stallion and family at large
This message is from: ruth bushnell [EMAIL PROTECTED] This morning I noticed one of our three foals working his mouth as fast as he could in submission to our stallion who was chousing him along and I thought, his mentor is teaching him obedience and herd behavior. I feel this is a noteworthy benefit to having the stallion with his family. His parental nurturing. Secondly, I feel that might account to a great extent for his wonderful disposition.. he's a very proud and happy poppa and has a purposeful existence; caring for them. I fear that many stallions are overly confined. (speaking in a general all-breed sense) He is their protector as well, always watchful out in front, and ready to do battle if necessary I imagine. We feel that our foals are safer being in his care. Just wanted to share a few thoughts on behalf of stallions, in support of natural breeding... it's worked for a long time = Ruthie, nw mt
Re: Weanling for family with children question -
This message is from: Arthur and Carol Rivoire [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello from Carol Rivoire at Beaver Dam Farm in Nova Scotia - I disagree somewhat from the opinions expressed on the Digest regarding the appropriatness of a family with young children buying a weanling. I've deleted the original message, but seem to remember the mother is experienced, and the children are used to, interested in, and very good with farm animals including cattle and calves. My reaction on reading that post last week was that the right weanling would be a good choice for such a family. But . . . . The RIGHT WEANLING is the key Not all Fjordhorses are created equal in anything! Not their temperament, characters, patience, conformation, or abilities. Some weanlings are hellions, and I wouldn't recommend them to any but the most experienced adults. Others are placid, malleable, willing paragons, and I'd recommed (and I have) them to old ladies and supervised children. What this father needs to do if he wants to buy a weanling FOR THE FAMILY, (not just for the children) . . . which would be a big mistake for a lot of reasons, is to search out a knowledgeable breeder or owner who can advise him which youngster to purchase. Now, the only way that the seller can VERIFY if the youngster has the right credentials is if he really KNOWS his horses. If the baby has been living his whole life in a pasture, then the owner won't have the necessary experience with that baby to know what kind of character he actually has. We found this out early on, and realized we were making a mistake with our babies, and so we rectified it. We used to have a run-in situation for the weanlings. It was great in that the babies had free access to hay and heated water, shelter, and could run in a large pasture. We could have 7-8 babies in this Nursery at a time. --- It was cost effective, and low labor. It was super for us! However, it wasn't the best way to raise gentle, well-mannered babies. Now, we turn the babies out in the daytime, but bring them into stalls every night. And when we're turning them out, or bringing them in, we make each and every session a lesson. We've found that by doing this, each youngster learns to lead nicely, to stand tied, stand on cross-ties, pick up feet, move over, backwards, and to be absolutely mannerly. It's harder on us, but far better for the horses. This is a motto we have in our barn - one of many mottos, actually --- IF IT'S EASIER, MORE COMFORTABLE, FASTER FOR YOU, IT'S PROBABLY NOT THE BEST FOR THE HORSES. Even handling each weanling this way, we find some are easier, more willing, quieter than others. Sometimes we find one that's unbelievably nice, quiet, and willing, and a baby like that will retain his character all his life, and be suitable for almost anybody. We had a colt like that (Gjest x Yvonne) several years ago. When he was a yearling, I let a 10 yr. old neighbor boy train him in grounddriving with the goal of the boy taking the yearling to our local Agricultural Fair. Chris worked with the colt all summer grounddriving by himself all over the farm. He did everything with that youngster. Dressed him up in costume. Dragged stuff . . . everything! The boy had no experience at all with horses, but a lot with calves, and he'd showed those calves at the Fair. The Gjest son was BDF Nathan, and he was special, and was eventually sold on the basis of his special character to be a true family horse. Nobody can guarantee anything with horses, and my opinion always has been that it doesn't matter much the age of the horse. What is most basic is that the horse has the right temperament to start with and that his good temperament has been augmented with correct training. You can't have one without the other. Good training is not going to make an unpleasant, nervous, high-strung horse suitable for a family. As an aside Someone mentioned Fjords that bite and kick. I want to say that in 23 years and hundreds and hundreds of Fjords, we've only known two to bite and kick. The first one was an unusual looking Fjord we had in for training very early in our career. She was totally undependable. You couldn't walk behind her, and she would bite if given a chance. -- She was close to 15 hands, lean and flat muscled, horse-like in appearance, and had yellow eyes. I think she was a Fjord cross, although she was registered. I believe her bad attitude is attributable to her questionable bloodlines. The other was a 3 yr. old mare in for training more recently. She also would bite and kick, but she was 100% Fjord of the best bloodlines. Frankly, I don't know what her problem was. However, we had her back for breeding the next year, and she was a perfect angel in every way. I guess it was just a 3-yr-old thing. I strongly believe in the validity of my theory on Fjord temperament/character. A foal is born with a certain
Re: Family Fjord is money well spent
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] If I were looking for a kid proof horse I would go to the 4H shows and other kid related horse shows. There you will see some pretty kid proof horses. Perhaps someone wants to upgrade. Jean Jean Walters Gayle [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter Occupied Germany 1946 To 1949 ] http://users.techline.com/jgayle Send $20 Three Horses Press PO Box 104 Montesano, WA 98563
Family Fjord is money well spent
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/10/02 9:48:24 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: We're looking for a 'first' horse for the kids, and have been for some time. We know the general advice is to get an older, half-dead horse that couldn't hurt anybody. We tried that with a 17 year old quarterhorse, who nearly killed my very experienced wife. That's actually what encouraged us to consider Fjord horses. The ones we've seen wouldn't do that sort of thing. Your general advice is the right advice IMHO. Sorry you got burned on a QH, and your wife got hurt. Im not sure what you mean by the ones ( Fjords ? ) youve seen wouldnt do that sort of thing. What sort of thing ? Fjords are large draft ponies, and are subject to the same potential training and bad habits that other breeds do. They are wonderful, and the breed we choose to live with, breed, show and drive. They also show us alot of typical pony / horse traits, and are not born kid proof. I have a few that would be considered kid safe, with the kid having lessons before using the Fjord. I have a few that would be OK for advanced youngsters. I have a few who are not ever going to be considered kid proof. Among these are my most winning Fjords in advanced driving. Kids also are not born knowing what to do and what not to do around horses, and need adult supervision around them. Ive seen Fjords who buck, run off, bite, kick and show nasty dispositions. Ive been asked more times than you might believe to take some of these Fjords for a month and fix the problem. The problems mentioned have been bred or created in alot more than one month, and I do not work with these Fjords, as there are not enough incentives to re-train poor behavior for me. I would not consider working with any horse for one month to fix problems. Please know that a well-trained Fjord.used to most things that your kids will want to do, trail ride, 4-H, parade, drive ? ect. ect. is not born, but trained. No Fjord is kid proof, but one who has been well started, and has been held to high standards in ground behavior, along with a few trailer rides, shows, at least one year of safe drives, ridesis ( hopefully ) suitable for your family. Dont forget that vet check with x-rays. They also get foundered, ringbone, navicular, EPM ect. Lisa Pedersen
Fwd: Looking for a family fjord
This message is from: Mike May, Registrar NFHR [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received this inquiry from a person looking for a horse. If anyone has something for her please contact her directly. Her email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mike Dear Webmaster, We're looking for a mare or gelding to add to our acreage family near Glenwood, IA. I'd like to find a kid friendly horse that my children can learn to ride on. We're not looking for a show ring winner but would enjoy driving a cart in a parade or exhibiting to promote the breed at horse expos. Our main joy is trail riding in the fields and down the roads near our home. We would provide an excellent home on 6.5 acreas with a new barn, horse fence and a paint gelding for a buddy. I'm a veterinarian so the best of health care would be given. Thank you for your help. Liz === Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry Mike May, Registrar Voice 716-872-4114 FAX 716-787-0497 http://www.nfhr.com mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Condolences to Tillie and Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Oh Tillie, I am so sorry to here of your loss. It was exactly this time last year we lost our beloved old mare Jensina. A lot of Time will heal the hurt, and then you will be left with your wonderful memories of him and of course all of his offspring! Thinking of you Mike and Michele Noonan Stevensville, MT
Re: Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Some beautiful horses, Astrid! Thank you for sharing them with us. Joni in Wisconsin (USA)
Re: Family
This message is from: katy/liz/bill/cha/afa/eda [EMAIL PROTECTED] Astrid- You do know English well! Marius is very cute! Katy and Jon
Re: Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 11/6/00 12:42:36 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Im new here, and I can wright English very well... Im Astrid and Im from Holland, I own a Fjord Horse too, Marius. Welcome Astrid! I enjoyed Marius' photos. I don't know your language, but I was able to sort of feel my way around the web site. Marius is adorable, and seems to enjoy sticking his tongue out! Brigid in CA web page AALMOST ready, but darn it, I keep taking more cute pictures!
Family
This message is from: A. A. van Hensbergen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello hello! Im new here, and I can wright English very well... Im Astrid and Im from Holland, I own a Fjord Horse too, Marius. I wonder, does anyone know his familily? Toddy is his father, Oswin his grandfather... You can also see Marius at: http://www.geocities.com/astrid_marius Bye bye! Astrid _ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. Share information about yourself, create your own public profile at http://profiles.msn.com.
Re: A Death in the Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. Leslie Becker, Corrales NM
A Death in the Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I lost a very special friend yesterday, a few of you knew her. Ann Rogers lived on 100 acres in the beautiful Mora Valley in New Mexico. She owned 2 fjord mares, Lucy and Jinx, they were her pride and joy. Two weeks ago Ann had surgery to replace a valve in her heart, she did extremely well and was home 5 days after surgery. Yesterday her husband ran into town leaving Ann resting in bed, when he returned he found her dead. I still am having trouble believing she is gone, she was only 56 and had such plans and dreams for the future now the surgery was done. We lived over 100 miles apart but still Ann and I spent many wonderful hours together with our fjords and going to clinics and learning about organic gardening (another interest we had in common). I have lost a soul mate and it dam well hurts. Thanks for letting me vent my pain. I am going to go and hug my fjords, and if it ever stops raining, hitch one or two and drive. Sue Clark-Sorger Crown Oak Fjords Sandia Park NM
Re: Another Fjord in the family! Long
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 11/22/99 3:15:35 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Everyone said that once we bought one Fjord we would eventually end up with more. Congratulations. Makes me feel warm and happy all over, living vicariously.\ Gail in NM
Another Fjord in the family! Long
This message is from: John and Martie Bolinski [EMAIL PROTECTED] Just getting around to reading my 350 messages since Friday morning. Guess everyone was busy writing while we were away. Everyone said that once we bought one Fjord we would eventually end up with more. So we spent our weekend driving 1200 miles and looking at a horse we were pretty sure was NOT going to be what we wanted, based on a photo that showed her standing next to a tall man (she looked about the size of a shetland). We mentioned to Niel that maybe he should have someone else hold the horse if he is trying to sell you on size. lol. Good news is that she is exactly as advertised - a big girl with a nice personality and similar enough in size/shape/personality to be a good partner to Kilar. Since we did not think she would be big enough, we took the height/weight tape with Kilar's measurements for comparison. Surprizingly she is less and 1 inch shorter and about 50 pounds lighter. And such a beautiful DARK brown dun, especially her face. And so feminine and nice mannered. Not quite so pushy as Kilar, but still very interested in people. Her name is MVF Frida and she has spent the past 5-6 years making babies. She was imported from Norway in 1991, I think and was originally used as a carriage/cart horse and ridden some. Her driving skills need a lot of polishing up again. I got her to go forward and backward nicely on the paved areas and in the grass, but turning is a challenge. She doesn't know 'gee' or 'haw' like Kilar and when we got to a turn-around point and I tried to get her to 'step haw' to come around we almost rearranged the doorway to the barn. After several attempts she finally just stood there and turned to look at me like 'alright, I've tried forward and back - what exactly is it you want from me?' Had to have her headed and physically led back around to get restarted but then we went on with some nice slow turns just to rein pressure. I guess she just needs some more mileage and polish. At least she was really calm and gracious in the face of confusion. Her foal from this year was already sold, so we didn't get to see him, but we looked at an older gelding, Anders (not sure of the whole name) who is a nice big fellow at 2-3 who looks like he will be bigger than either dam or sire (Torblakken). Bottom line, we bought her and she will be delivered sometime after Christmas (with a little more driving practice under her harness). We can't wait! Got her from Sorum Fjord Farm in Lebanon Ohio. Also saw their newest stallion, Rams Lindeman. What a tall, straight fellow he is! Not so much the drafty type I prefer, but a really nice looking horse - and so friendly too. Martie and Kilar in warm and foggy MD
my Fjord family update
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All- Sorry, I have not posted for a while. As a professional pet sitter and aspiring martial artist (class 4x week), I have little time for anything else! I am currently taking a much-needed Sunday afternoon break at a friend's house. Tommes rafael are doing GREAT. I do not regret my decision to jump head-first into the Fjord world. I recently had a problem with my stable, and almost moved. The management wants to do everything (training, etc.) and they prefer you use their recommended farrier, vet, etc. Well, I don't pay [EMAIL PROTECTED] per month to be told what to do with my horses. A fellow boarder advised me to cool my heels, since there really isn't anyplace nicer on the Peninsula. So it goes. Anyhow, I have begun working Tommes Rafael, and they love it. Just real simple stuff like round-penning and longing exercises. You can see their heads drop, ears flick, and other signs of pleasure and attention. I get some good advice from fellow boarders. It's great to have such good people close at hand. Happy Fjording! Brigid in CA where the sun is out and my freckles are mulitplying like bunnies
Re: Fjords, Family Friends
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Arthur Rivoire) Hi Everybody from Carol Rivoire at Beaver Dam Farm in Nova Scotia - We had such a good trip to New England over Christmas, I have to tell about it. Our first night at a hotel in Maine, we sold another of the imported fillies. GREAT WAY TO START A VACATION! The next few nights we stayed with Mel Joanne Gobele, and BDF Jason, but I already told about that, and believe me, it wasn't a sales pitch. BDF Jason is NOT FOR SALE. The next night we were entertained royally by Anne and Don Sullivan in New Hampshire. Anne had visited us twice this summer before purchasing Carla, and it's success stories like this that make the horse business pleasurable. Anne and Carla are a MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN. Anne is petite, attractive, feminine, and classy . . . . So is Carla. Anne is d'une certaine age, as the French say . . . So is Carla. Anne had some bad horse experiences and accidents, so needed a dependable, experienced horse. Carla is that and more!!! We'd imported Carla 13 years ago from Holland, and repurchased her three years ago to use in our Nova Scotia Learning Vacations. She was unusually valuable to us being great with beginners, but with talent and pizazz for more advanced students. We love matching people and Fjords, so when Anne came to the farm, it was immediately obvious to the entire staff that Carla was meant for Anne. --- And now visiting them, we're pleased and satisfied with our decision. Anne's barn and fields are wonderful. Carla looks superb. She's the light of Anne's life, and knowing that is immensely satisfying. Leaving the Sullivan's, we visited another couple who'd vacationed with us this summer, and purchased one of the imported yearling fillies. Tracey Turner brought her non-horsey husband, Paul, to our farm in a last ditch effort to interest him in horses. Previously, they'd been on a riding vacation, and although a good sport, he'd been luke warm. She thought driving might strike a spark, and it did. He loved it, and was thrilled to win our Mini CDE the last day. His First Prize was a silver demi-tasse Fjord spoon. He stirs his morning coffee with it every day. Both Tracey and Paul are tall and athletic. They needed a BIG FJORD. Tracey's into dressage and trailriding, so she needed a good mover. --- I thought of a filly called Solgard, daughter of the Dutch Studbook stallion, NORDAL (ELITE STALLION), and tall as a big two-year-old. And what a mover! Everyone agreed . . . Solgard moves better than a lot of Warmbloods. --- So, Solgard went to Tracey and Paul, and Arthur and I had a great visit with them, staying the night in their wonderful home, and enjoying a superb meal. It's great visiting people who've purchased horses. This was the first time we've done that to any extent, and I loved it. Not a CLOSURE exactly, but somehow it fills the void created when a horse leaves our farm. Each time the truck comes to take a horse, I feel sadness. Not for me, but for the horse. I have this nagging feeling that it's immoral to wrench a horse away from his home and buddies, and send him into the unknown. One minute he's happy and secure, and the next he's on a truck heading somewhere. I feel guilty uprooting him. So, seeing these horses in such excellent situations made me feel good again. After visiting the Turners, Arthur and I independently visited old high school friends, and then headed down to Massachusetts to visit family. We stayed through Christmas and New Year's, which was great. While in Mass., we went to see a 7 yr. old Gjest son, and ended up buying him. He's a grandson of our old Dutch mare, Tessa, now 25 years old, and looks like her. Small, dished face and huge eyes. The gelding rides and has had some driving, but will need work. He has a lovely character, and should be ready for our Driving Vacation program by the end of June. Rounding out our holiday vacation with a mix of Friends Fjords, we left my mother's and headed to western Mass. to visit our oldest friends. While there, we took a side trip to Christine Bob Burgess's farm. They're a young couple with a 1 1/2 year old daughter, and had just purchased a quiet, well-trained young mare from us. Bob has a degree in forestry, and the mare will work on the farm and be a promotional attraction. Christine told us it was their little daughter's interest in horses that led them to Equine Affair in Springfield, Mass. where they met Fjords, and decided this was the breed for them.. That was the end of our Perfect Holiday. We headed home. Two days driving with cloudless skies and dry roads. Who could ask for more? Best Regards, Carol Carol and Arthur Rivoire Beaver Dam Farm Fjords II R.R. 7 Pomquet Antigonish County Nova Scotia B2G 2L4 902 386 2304 http://www3.ns.sympatico.ca/beaverdf
Lapp Family Fjords-- fall update
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi friends! We got our first issue of the Fjord Herald today. It was good to see faces behind the names I've been seeing on this list. The pictures are the best part. The Jacobson article is great. And of course we checked the listing to make sure our name had been added to the farm directory. Just like I asked them to do it, Hannah said. The Old Hickory ad with Erlend is special--we have one mare sired by him, and one carrying a '99 foal by him. When I joined the list late this summer I gave a brief intro to our farm. We still have just four Fjords: Viola and her gray filly, Tulie (thank you, Julie!), and Onalee with her filly, Tiana. But we have gained loads in understanding these beautiful individuals in the few short months since Julie sold us Viola, and later, Onalee and baby. Viola, 12 years old, is getting over her stubbornness and quite willingly leaves her baby for riding. Hannah has been working with Onalee, 3 years old, in the past few days and reports she is a charm. It's Hannah's first experience at training, although she did some pretty advanced cowboy work with horses in Belize, Central America, when we had a mission ranch there in the 80's. She roped wild cows from horseback, our main mount being a buckskin spanish cow pony about the size of our fjords. I don't have all the spunk Hannah does, but I spoil the babies and groom the mares every day. And ride Viola when she's saddled. My youngest sister, Susan, ownes Onalee, and almost can't wait till Hannah get's her ready for riding. Tulie is my great big teddy bear. Every night when she comes in from pasture she asks me to take the burs out of her fur. Tianna does the same, but she waits till Tulie is done, so she can get her itchiest spots scratched with the comb afterward. Tianna is much braver than Tulie. She'll cross the creek with the mamas, and leave Tulie behind, as Tulie runs and screams for help. Hannah helped her across once or twice, but she's still such a coward. Tulie you can coax into going almost anywhere by putting left hand on her chin, right hand on her mane, tugging lightly. She possesses her mother's (Viola's) outstanding steadiness and thoughtfulness, and needs time to make up her mind on things. Tianna is more quick, walks with her head and ears up. She's feisty, but very managable. I think she'll be an easy learner, like her mother. We're looking for a good home for Tianna. (My ten-year-old nephew adores her, but we can't afford to keep her for him.) Hannah and I admire her keen spirit and easy movement--especially since we see how nicely Onalee is training. But we can't keep both fillies, and Tulie has the drafty qualities we were looking for when we brought Fjords to our farm. Tianna is sired by Elof, a 15 hh stallion, and her mother is sired by Erland. Price is $3,000. For now, the four Lapp Family Fjords are living happily in the 100 year old barn that we used for a cow stable before we built the 60-cow dairy barn 25 years ago. Every afternoon they roam pastures all over the valley and hills where the holstein heifers didn't clean up. Every evening after milking the cows I go out to get them--and since it's dark at 7:30 these days I have to look for their creamy white figures--my little ghosts--in the dark. Viola, the herd leader, gets the halter, and we trot in side by side. She needs the run to keep her from getting fat--and that quarter mile run (in my barn boots) makes me the healthier, too! Now I see the clock says almost midnight and I have to milk cows at 5 AM. So that's enough Fjord chat for tonight. Barbara Lyn
