Re: remedial riding, part 2...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 8:27:47 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Brigid, regarding arena work. I would suggest you are as bored as the horses with the arena. Always have something you are working on, leg yields. turn on the fore or haunches, do the latter on a square, etc. It keeps the horse interested and yourself working toward something. Amen. I need help, and have found a trainer I am really pleased with. Unfortunately, my stable owner does not allow outside persons to train. I am having many other problems with this stable, and have decided to move. With a trainer's help I may actually know what I'm doing : ) Brigid
Re: No FJORD chat this Sun. / UTAH dreaming !
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi List ! Just returning from a vacation to our place in UTAH, and very hard to be back to the heat, smog, traffic, YUK . Hoping to relocate very soon. Except for Louanna Day, is their any other Fjord folks in that beautiful state? If so, E-Mail me please... Our bosses at PetsandVets anounced that due to the July 4th Holiday, we would NOT be having any chats on Sun. Hope to see you all next week though for the FIRST, the ORIGINAL, much COPIED FJORD CHAT. VBG A HREF=http://www.petsandvets.com/;PETS AND VETS/A A HREF=http://volano1.suresite.com/petsvets/vcclient/horsechat.html;HORSE CHAT ROOM/A Im off to feel sorry for myself about being back to work, and seeing the air I breathe. So sorry for the pity party. Oh yea.and fishing in lakes so clear, you can see the trout chase your bait all the way in. :( Oh YEA, and turn around and trip over deer and elk munching grass everywhere. Oh yea.. Lisa Pedersen
Re: remedial riding, part 2...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] If all your horses were reacting right after shoeing by not going forward, I think it was the right thing to do and stop riding. If you know your horse well and he's usually honest and going, I would trust your hunch on the shoeing. Elaine Olsen Thanks Elaine! This is what I suspected. Their hooves are fine for carrying their own weight, but perhaps my additional weight caused discomfort. If so, I'm glad that (typically Fjord) they stopped rather than trying to throw me : ) Brigid @Mailing-List.net br/pre/td/tr
[Fwd: 'working' Fjords and equipment]
This message is from: Martie John Bolinski [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, Martie and Kilar in muggy MD again. Some time back, I posted about wanting to use Kilar for a little farm work. Not knowing what type of equipment he could handle by himself (he is still an only Fjord), I asked about forecarts and types of equipment I could expect him to handle. Thanks again to all of you for the suggestions. We did not act on any of our ideas yet, waiting to go to the Horse Progress Days in Kinzer PA this weekend to actually see first-hand some horses (various size hitches, various size horses, mucho various equipment and harnessing and types of work). Now I have even more trouble deciding if I can work him. I had hoped to get a forecart that did not weigh too much and maybe a manure spreader (which we need anyway) that could be pulled either by the horse (with the forecart) or by our tractor. The forecarts we saw today came in 2 categories - 1) light weight, easy maneuverability but NO BRAKES and 2) heavy weight, not real maneuverable but good brakes. There does not seem to be a difference in Horse or Pony weight forecarts. Just BIG (with brakes) or SMALL (no brakes). As our pastures have some slight hillyness, I am assuming I NEED brakes? Yes? The hills are not really steep, but fairly long. We would be pulling either a 25 BU or 35 BU spreader (probably full for the tractor and not so full for the horse). Of course, all the sales reps insist that a Fjord can singlehorsedly pull both the forecart (heavy or light) AND all manner of farm machinery. But none of these fine folks have small draft horses or have ever (admittingly) owned/driven these slightly smaller drafties. The seller of the small brakeless carts insist that the breeching is the only brake I need. The seller of the large cart insists that the weight of the heavy (15 car tires on a heavy metal frame) cart plus the 35 BU spready should be no problem for a 'strong little horse' to pull. Like a Halflinger. Everyone knows the Halflingers, no-one seemed to know the Fjords until we mentioned the racing stripe (Oh yeah, the little striped cream colors horses). Anyone with any advice on brakes vs no brakes; large vs small forecarts; 25 BU vs 35 BU spreaders, or ANY advice on what type of equipment to purchase for a single horse, please get back to me?? Also, if you are on line - THANKS many times over to the poor Fjord owners that I hounded during the day with my questions. I thought I had a card with your names on, but I can't find it. My apologies for that, but thanks again for all your help in giving me the questions to ask and some thoughts about the philosophy of working horses. The first thing we saw when we arrived at the Progress Days was a pair of beautiful TALL Fjords raking hay. This is especially great for me, as Kilar was used for raking hay and training the younger horses to pull/rake before I bought him. Explains his need to follow the trail of grass clippings with the cart every time John mows the pasture where we drive. thanks again, Martie, John and Kilar - still hoping for rain.
Re: remedial riding, part 2...
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Brigid, regarding arena work. I would suggest you are as bored as the horses with the arena. Always have something you are working on, leg yields. turn on the fore or haunches, do the latter on a square, etc. It keeps the horse interested and yourself working toward something. Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, July 01, 1999 4:34 PM Subject: remedial riding, part 2... This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Happy Fjording to All! Anvil's Tommes Rafael are doing very well. They just had new shoes and their sheaths cleaned (yuck!) yesterday. I have ridden both bareback, with a loose ring snaffle. We have walked around the arena, done a few circles/figure-8's, fast/slow pace, and of course whoas : ) Today they both decided to walk halfway around, then stop and refuse to move. I decided it was best to dismount and end for the day, rather than get upset and confuse all three of us. Could their feet be sore from the new shoes, or are they just pulling a fast one on me? In either case, what should I do? Brigid in CA
Re: Re[2]: fjordhorse-digest V99 #95
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Steve, it was Gayle Ware in Eugene who asked the question re shirts. But I am glad you wrote as I did not know we were to send checks before the shirts arrived. Problem, I have talked to several people who do not recall how many they ordered or the cost. I believe I ordered two extra large and one large? Is that correct? Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle -Original Message- From: Steve McIlree [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Friday, July 02, 1999 7:44 AM Subject: Re[2]: fjordhorse-digest V99 #95 This message is from: Steve McIlree [EMAIL PROTECTED] Gayle-- Thursday, July 01, 1999, you wrote: Would you please post the price for the t-shirts? The price is $11.95, for sizes S thru XL. Size XXL is $13.34, XXXL is $14.45 and L is $15.95. Shipping and handling will be $5.00 for 1 to 3 shirts, and $7.00 for 4 to 6 shirts. Checks can be made to Steve McIlree, and sent to: 2852 Martin Ave. Omaha NE, 68112-2855 So far only seven of the people who indicated they wanted shirts have sent checks. I really would like to go to the printer next week so we can have shirts in time for Blue Earth. Please folks, this is a big chunk of change I'm going to have to front. If you want shirts, please send your checks, and if you have changed your mind, please let me know so I don't over-order. -- Steve McIlree Cynthia Madden -- Pferd, Keyah, Skipper, Tank -- Omaha, Nebraska, USA People may talk of first love--but give me the flush, and triumph, and glorious sweat of a first ride. --George Borrow(1803-1881)
Re: halters
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Lynda, no halters after three days of having a carrot or a half an apple or a handful of grain in their stall feeders when they come in, one at a time so you can close doors behind them. Jean Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle -Original Message- From: Bushnell's [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Saturday, July 03, 1999 7:53 AM Subject: halters
Re: New Fjord Fan
This message is from: Denise Delgado [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear Brigid, Where is Calif. do you live? I live up in the foothills eat of Stockton and Sacto. Do you want to take the Fjords out someday? Let me know and maybe, if it is'nt too far, we can do a ride together. Denise in cooler and breezy, Mokelumne Hill. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, July 03, 1999 10:46 AM Subject: Re: New Fjord Fan This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 9:10:12 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I think the one thing Fjords dislike most is ARENA work, boring, repetitive going around in circles. Me, too! I'm sure this is why my Fjords are deciding to stop walking around the arena. I need to convince horsey friends to help me ride on the trail. I'll feel more confortable with someone to back me up. Brigid in CA
Re: remedial riding, part 2...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Bridged, I have had horses get sore after shoeing when they were either cut too short, or too much sole was removed. Sometimes, they are not lame, but foot sore and sore with hoof testers. They might not be sore on the nails, but sore right under the shoe. I find that this breed does not have a lot of sole and it is important that farriers do not carve it away. If all your horses were reacting right after shoeing by not going forward, I think it was the right thing to do and stop riding. If you know your horse well and he's usually honest and going, I would trust your hunch on the shoeing. Elaine Olsen
Re: remedial riding, part 2...
This message is from: Jenn Hammon [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi. Next time take each horse in the ring by it's self. It might help them listen to you better. Welcome. Kay. --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/2/99 3:24:23 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: First of all never just stop when A horse stops. And if thay are sore from the shoe get a new blacksmith. Hi Kay- I realize I reinforced their wrong behavior, that is, stopping when they feel like it. But I chose it over getting frustrated/upset and confusing all 3 of us. I figured it was best to consult the list and others more knowledgeable before moving on. They show no lameness at all from the shoes. It was just a thought -- I always like to rule out physical problems before assuming it's behavioral. Brigid _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Halters
This message is from: Jenn Hammon [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi. just make sure that the halters aren't tite.You don't want big old sores on their face do you? Thanks Kay. --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 7:36:14 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Has anyone tried rope halters? Hi Lynda- I am enjoying the posts on halters. I started with the halters which came with my two geldings. They were flat nylon. I had problems keeping the horses heads out of the grass, especially when leading both at once! I heard that thin rope halters offered more control, and found this to be true. When my horses' heads hit the ground, you need a crane to get them back up. The rope halters give me an extra edge in keeping the heads up while leading. I agree that leaving halters on can be dangerous. I let my horses run loose in the arena (halters on) before we work, but I am there watching. When unsupervised, halters are off (and removed from the area, as they will chew them up : ) Brigid in CA _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: New Fjord Fan
This message is from: Jenn Hammon [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi. Just NEVER stop for the day or time because the horse has had enough. That makes the horse think he is the boss not you when you ar with him. Thanks Kay. --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 9:10:12 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I think the one thing Fjords dislike most is ARENA work, boring, repetitive going around in circles. Me, too! I'm sure this is why my Fjords are deciding to stop walking around the arena. I need to convince horsey friends to help me ride on the trail. I'll feel more confortable with someone to back me up. Brigid in CA _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: New Fjord Fan
This message is from: Carolyn Dumong [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jean Ernest wrote: This message is from: Jean Ernest [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Carolyln, welcome to the list! I do mostly trail riding and having four fjords for the one of me, am afraid that I don't ride my two oldsters much (22 and 24) But they are perfectly happy to lounge about, eat and socialize with the others. I would say Fjords are happiest when they are EATING! but of course we can't let them do that as much as they would like..They are happy just to schmooze with you, get petted and groomed. I would say your pleasure riding activiities would suit them just fine. I think the one thing Fjords dislike most is ARENA work, boring, repetitive going around in circles. Get them out on the trail, do intersting things with them like cavaletti if you have to do much arena riding, etc. Amuse them with Clicker training, retrieving things (see Steve Mcilree's page on the Fjord Mailing List Web page: http://members.home.net/smcilree/Steve.htm While you may be only touching the tip ot the iceberg with the trail riding (as I am sure I'm doing..not developing the full potential of my fjords, etc.) I wouldn't feel too guilty If that's all you do with your Fjord. Enjoy them, that's the main thing. Just my $.02 worth Jean in HOT Fairbanks, Alaska, upper 80's today, but They're delivering hay today! I do strictly pleasure riding and camping with horses and friends from the barn where I board my 12 year old Palomino, Daisy (my best friend and love of my life!) From the information I have gathered, the Fjord is happiest when working and if pleasure riding is the only interest, you are only touching the tip of the iceberg. Jean Ernest Fairbanks, Alaska [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Jean! Thanks for your feedback, especially the comment about not feeling guilty if all I wanted to do is trail ride, camp with my Fjord! Yes, I agree, arena riding is totally BORING!!! I probably haven't ridden in the arena for 2 years! I would much rather be out discovering a new trail or just grazing along the way!!! Since we had a long dry spell down here and our pasture was virtually dried up, I loved taking my Daisy out to just let her eat anything GREEN in sight! Of course, during the last month, we have had 13 inches of rain, so goes the old adage..Be careful what you pray for!!! Mud City! I will continue to research...I must have one of these little guys for sure! Is there a major show which you all attend? Looking forward to corresponding with you...Carolyn.
Re: Halters
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 7:36:14 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Has anyone tried rope halters? Hi Lynda- I am enjoying the posts on halters. I started with the halters which came with my two geldings. They were flat nylon. I had problems keeping the horses heads out of the grass, especially when leading both at once! I heard that thin rope halters offered more control, and found this to be true. When my horses' heads hit the ground, you need a crane to get them back up. The rope halters give me an extra edge in keeping the heads up while leading. I agree that leaving halters on can be dangerous. I let my horses run loose in the arena (halters on) before we work, but I am there watching. When unsupervised, halters are off (and removed from the area, as they will chew them up : ) Brigid in CA
Re: New Fjord Fan
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 9:10:12 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I think the one thing Fjords dislike most is ARENA work, boring, repetitive going around in circles. Me, too! I'm sure this is why my Fjords are deciding to stop walking around the arena. I need to convince horsey friends to help me ride on the trail. I'll feel more confortable with someone to back me up. Brigid in CA
new member web page
This message is from: fjords [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from : Lauren Sellars [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello I would like to introduce myself and my family. My partner Walter and I run an organic farm with fruit trees a huge garden. We use our fjords for tilling the soil, hauling rocks logs and in the buggy. Most of all; we all love riding. We have a total of 17 fjords including our newest filly Snowy's Chardonnay born July 1st . We have yet to see if she is a grey or golden. We are just putting together a Web page with a few more changes and fun pictures to come. It is http://www.fjordhorse.net Take a look and let us know what you think. We totally enjoy the idea of this chat line. Have a great day all of you.
Re: New Fjord Fan
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi from Susan in Minnesota! Had to comment on your inquiries about the Fjord and riding for pleasure. We have a Fjord (along with an Arab and 2 Quarter horses). I can't comment on the hot humid weather for the long term but for the short term, Major seems to do just fine in the hot weather even when going on a hour to hour and a half drive. I try to throw a bucket of water on him when we get back and blade him off or, if we're near a lake (there are lots here in Minnesota!), we go swimming! He actually seems to handle the hot weather better than my Quarter horse who sweats like crazy when it's hot -- I always attribute it to her heavy muscle mass -- or maybe it's just in the genes. I have just started to trail ride with my Fjord because I have other horses I need to ride too. He enjoys the rides but I think driving is his true love. Because we live in suburbia with our horses, I don't like to drive around here much. That means trailering him to a park or dirt roads just out of town. To exercise him in between drives, I ride him around and do a fair amount of arena work -- longeing, ground work, bending, responding to leg pressure, etc. He enjoys any attention he can get. He sticks his hoof out between the fence rails whenever anyone walks by just begging for attention. He is calm on the trail but tends to walk a little too slow for my liking. I usually am riding with a couple friends on Tennessee Walkers and Quarter Horses so he has a hard time keeping up without trotting. Other than that, he enjoys about anything I do with him. I think most Fjords are that way -- they just want attention !! I know I've rambled on but I hope this gives you an idea what one person does with her Fjord! good luck! Susan
Re: New shoes
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/3/99 4:17:46 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Brigid, for your freshly shod horses, if you suspect you have a problem with a new shoeing, check out each foot. Thanks Dave! I will do this check today. I am very satisfied with my farrier and do not suspect problems, but I always like to rule out each possibility. Brigid
Re: remedial riding, part 2...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/2/99 3:24:23 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: First of all never just stop when A horse stops. And if thay are sore from the shoe get a new blacksmith. Hi Kay- I realize I reinforced their wrong behavior, that is, stopping when they feel like it. But I chose it over getting frustrated/upset and confusing all 3 of us. I figured it was best to consult the list and others more knowledgeable before moving on. They show no lameness at all from the shoes. It was just a thought -- I always like to rule out physical problems before assuming it's behavioral. Brigid
New Fjord Fan
This message is from: Carolyn Dumong [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone! Just subscribed to the mailing list a few days ago and would appreciate your input! I was first introduced to this beautiful breed at Equitana in June. I never knew they existed, and I fell in love! I have several questions, which I am sure you can answer...I picked up some general info from the booth, other than that, I am totally green! I have only been riding for 4 years (and am not a youngster!). I do strictly pleasure riding and camping with horses and friends from the barn where I board my 12 year old Palomino, Daisy (my best friend and love of my life!) From the information I have gathered, the Fjord is happiest when working and if pleasure riding is the only interest, you are only touching the tip of the iceberg. I can honestly say I would probably never do any driving or pulling logs, although I am considering dressage seriously in the near future. Since I live in southern Florida, which is hot and humid most of the year,I would like to know if they fare well in this type of climate? It seems like most of the breeders are in northern states. Do any of you ride strictly for pleasure. i.e. trail riding? Although this is all I have thought about since returning from Equitana, I certainly would not want to do injustice to a magnificent animal that might require more than my capabilities/riding interests. Any information you could provide me regarding your Fjords would be very much appreciated!
Re: New Fjord Fan
This message is from: Jean Ernest [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Carolyln, welcome to the list! I do mostly trail riding and having four fjords for the one of me, am afraid that I don't ride my two oldsters much (22 and 24) But they are perfectly happy to lounge about, eat and socialize with the others. I would say Fjords are happiest when they are EATING! but of course we can't let them do that as much as they would like..They are happy just to schmooze with you, get petted and groomed. I would say your pleasure riding activiities would suit them just fine. I think the one thing Fjords dislike most is ARENA work, boring, repetitive going around in circles. Get them out on the trail, do intersting things with them like cavaletti if you have to do much arena riding, etc. Amuse them with Clicker training, retrieving things (see Steve Mcilree's page on the Fjord Mailing List Web page: http://members.home.net/smcilree/Steve.htm While you may be only touching the tip ot the iceberg with the trail riding (as I am sure I'm doing..not developing the full potential of my fjords, etc.) I wouldn't feel too guilty If that's all you do with your Fjord. Enjoy them, that's the main thing. Just my $.02 worth Jean in HOT Fairbanks, Alaska, upper 80's today, but They're delivering hay today! I do strictly pleasure riding and camping with horses and friends from the barn where I board my 12 year old Palomino, Daisy (my best friend and love of my life!) From the information I have gathered, the Fjord is happiest when working and if pleasure riding is the only interest, you are only touching the tip of the iceberg. Jean Ernest Fairbanks, Alaska [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: fjordhorse-digest V99 #97
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] A woman I know, who is a good person but not knowledgeable about horses, put hers out in halters and one of them hung himself. It's a real, real scarey thing to do.
Re: New shoes
This message is from: Jenn Hammon [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi this is Kay. It could also be that if they have pads that they have a sore under the pad. My friends horse had one of those. The farrier opened it up and drande it out and he is doing alot better. Thanks Kay. --- Dave McWethy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: Dave McWethy [EMAIL PROTECTED] Brigid, for your freshly shod horses, if you suspect you have a problem with a new shoeing, check out each foot. Lift the horse's foot and with a light hammer, lightly tap each of the nail heads. You can also lightly tap each clench. If the farrier has placed a nail in an area that is sensitive, the horse will flinch when you hit the right one. If the horse has pads, and a little time has gone by, it is possible that sand or tiny gravel can get inside a pad and cause a sensitive spot on a sole particularly if the sole might be pared a little too much. If there is no pad, a stone bruise is always possible, and again, is more likely if the sole is thin. Other than that, notice heat anywhere around the hoof. If you spot an area and are not sure, pour water or alcohol on the hoof, and see where it dries quickest. I hope the problem has gone away by itself already! _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Halters
This message is from: Jenn Hammon [EMAIL PROTECTED] Well you might have the halters to tite. My horse did that so I loosend the halter some and he was fine. Or you could just take the halter off when they are out in the pasture. Welcome Kay. --- Karen McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: Karen McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED] We seem to be having problems with halters causing sores on a few of our Fjords...We only use halters for leading and we do leave them on when the horses are out to pasture for their allotted 1-5 hours per day. Lynda Bailey's Fjord Horse Farm Gee,Lynda, The first thing that comes to my mind, and probably most of us here at the List is: Why are you leaving the halters on while they are out at pasture? Unless you are using funky,old leather halters that can easily break should a horse get hung up, forget using them at turnout! I live in arid N. Nevada, and my herd is on irrigated pasture at least half a day. The few bugs we do have here really seem to drive them nuts.They itch their cheeks and jaws and just about every other kind of anatomical protrubrance on the fences and trees. A halter would really cause some bad rubs and also pull out a few fenceposts, not to mention cause injury to the horses. For itchy spots caused by Buffalo gnats and mosqoitos,and just plain old rubbing I have been applying a product by Gold Nugget called GnatAway, (to repel them) and following it up with another product they make called Equine Theraputic Lotion,( ETL.) I used this stuff on a filly,that overnight looked like she had rubbed half of the hair on her face. In 3 weeks she was on the road showing, most of her hair growing in nicely. Take care, Karen ___ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
New shoes
This message is from: Dave McWethy [EMAIL PROTECTED] Brigid, for your freshly shod horses, if you suspect you have a problem with a new shoeing, check out each foot. Lift the horse's foot and with a light hammer, lightly tap each of the nail heads. You can also lightly tap each clench. If the farrier has placed a nail in an area that is sensitive, the horse will flinch when you hit the right one. If the horse has pads, and a little time has gone by, it is possible that sand or tiny gravel can get inside a pad and cause a sensitive spot on a sole particularly if the sole might be pared a little too much. If there is no pad, a stone bruise is always possible, and again, is more likely if the sole is thin. Other than that, notice heat anywhere around the hoof. If you spot an area and are not sure, pour water or alcohol on the hoof, and see where it dries quickest. I hope the problem has gone away by itself already!
Re: Halters
This message is from: Karen McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED] We seem to be having problems with halters causing sores on a few of our Fjords...We only use halters for leading and we do leave them on when the horses are out to pasture for their allotted 1-5 hours per day. Lynda Bailey's Fjord Horse Farm Gee,Lynda, The first thing that comes to my mind, and probably most of us here at the List is: Why are you leaving the halters on while they are out at pasture? Unless you are using funky,old leather halters that can easily break should a horse get hung up, forget using them at turnout! I live in arid N. Nevada, and my herd is on irrigated pasture at least half a day. The few bugs we do have here really seem to drive them nuts.They itch their cheeks and jaws and just about every other kind of anatomical protrubrance on the fences and trees. A halter would really cause some bad rubs and also pull out a few fenceposts, not to mention cause injury to the horses. For itchy spots caused by Buffalo gnats and mosqoitos,and just plain old rubbing I have been applying a product by Gold Nugget called GnatAway, (to repel them) and following it up with another product they make called Equine Theraputic Lotion,( ETL.) I used this stuff on a filly,that overnight looked like she had rubbed half of the hair on her face. In 3 weeks she was on the road showing, most of her hair growing in nicely. Take care, Karen ___ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com
