Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The good news is that we finally moved Joe and Della to a (more or less) dry lot, and have limited their hay intake to 3-4 flakes in the morning, the same at night, and their supplements which are mixed with a cup of oats.? They don't seem to be losing any weight, but at least they have stopped gaining!! The bad news is that little Joe discovered early this morning that if he leans really hard against the top two rails of PVC fencing, he can bend and shove it to the point where it pops out, and he can happily step over the bottom rung and wander down the road to graze to his heart's content (very good little Della opted to stay in the shady comfort of her stall during this escapade. I can't put up hot-wire, it's a boarding stable.? Now I am worried that the barn owner is going to ask us to leave because Joe is destroying the fences (because he is either hungry or just wanting to eat). Do they make those invisible fences with the shock collars on them for horses Kate and the very stout, very strong Joe and the very good (albeit stout) Della The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords
This message is from: Gail Russell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Those vinyl fences are not suitable for any horse. There are hot wire systems that can go on those fences. Some are solar powered (we have used them for years), so you could probably install it without too much trouble. The only thing is that you do have to put a good ground rod in. Gail The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords
This message is from: jerrell friz [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Kate, Have you asked the owner about a hot wire? If they were real horse people they would have already installed a hot wire. If they won't install the hot wire, then I would be moving on. Obviously, they are only interested in the looks of the white fencing. The white fencing is for people to look at,,, not for horses, and cows.. Regards, Jerry Friz, Anderson, CA - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Sent: Monday, July 23, 2007 10:03 AM Subject: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The good news is that we finally moved Joe and Della to a (more or less) dry lot, and have limited their hay intake to 3-4 flakes in the morning, the same at night, and their supplements which are mixed with a cup of oats.? They don't seem to be losing any weight, but at least they have stopped gaining!! The bad news is that little Joe discovered early this morning that if he leans really hard against the top two rails of PVC fencing, he can bend and shove it to the point where it pops out, and he can happily step over the bottom rung and wander down the road to graze to his heart's content (very good little Della opted to stay in the shady comfort of her stall during this escapade. I can't put up hot-wire, it's a boarding stable.? Now I am worried that the barn owner is going to ask us to leave because Joe is destroying the fences (because he is either hungry or just wanting to eat). Do they make those invisible fences with the shock collars on them for horses Kate For your security this Message has been checked for Viruses as a courtesy of Com-Pair Services! The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
trails west horse trailers
This message is from: Tamarack Lamb Wool [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi folks, I'm looking at a trails west trailer, which is a steel trailer but the steel is galvanized, and painted with the auto paint process so presumedly resists rust (I would assume about as good as a car does). Steel is quite a bit cheaper than aluminum so I can buy more features for the dollar, but of course eventually have to face the rust issue. I hope to have this trailer for 15 years (using it for mostly local trips about 3 times a month and several cross country trips per year). I was wondering if any fjord folks have any experience with the trails west brand? what are your thoughts on the galvanized steel vs aluminum? I would have to buy a used aluminum trailer to be able to fit into my budget. Also, what stall width do you prefer for the draftier fjords? Janet -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords
This message is from: kelly MacDonald [EMAIL PROTECTED] I agree with the others about electric fencing. In my experience with Fjords, they really need it and can tell as soon as the fence isn't hot anymore. For instance, last night someone disconnected a wire that links two pastures. I should have noticed it, but somehow I missed it during the night check. This morning, the herd was all waiting for their breakfast, all except my darling Fjord gelding. The four others still wouldn't go near the fence, but I found Barlind at the back of the pasture leaning on the fence getting himself a good feed from the grass on the other side. Normally, he doesn't touch the fence, but he just knew it wasn't going to give him a shock. I chased him away, reattached the wire, and he didn't even test it again. It would be really simple to run a strand of electric tape along the vinyl fence and connect a small energizer. Ask your BO about that possiblity. From:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:03:51 -0400 This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The good news is that we finally moved Joe and Della to a (more or less) dry lot, and have limited their hay intake to 3-4 flakes in the morning, the same at night, and their supplements which are mixed with a cup of oats.? They don't seem to be losing any weight, but at least they have stopped gaining!! The bad news is that little Joe discovered early this morning that if he leans really hard against the top two rails of PVC fencing, he can bend and shove it to the point where it pops out, and he can happily step over the bottom rung and wander down the road to graze to his heart's content (very good little Della opted to stay in the shady comfort of her stall during this escapade. I can't put up hot-wire, it's a boarding stable.? Now I am worried that the barn owner is going to ask us to leave because Joe is destroying the fences (because he is either hungry or just wanting to eat). Do they make those invisible fences with the shock collars on them for horses Kate and the very stout, very strong Joe and the very good (albeit stout) Della The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Windows Live Hotmail. Even hotter than before Get a better look now. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords
This message is from: Melinda Schumacher [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, Are you recommending adding electric to a board fence? Melinda Marengo Ohio 70 degrees and balmy after a perfect sunny 80's weekend On 7/23/07, kelly MacDonald [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: kelly MacDonald [EMAIL PROTECTED] I agree with the others about electric fencing. In my experience with Fjords, they really need it and can tell as soon as the fence isn't hot The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: Boarding Issues - Dieting Fjords
This message is from: Gail Russell [EMAIL PROTECTED] There is a lot of equipment that is designed to do just this. The boards provide a good visual barrier/physical, but the electric is what keeps horses from leaning on it and going through it. Horses who are running make good use of a visual barrier. Sometimes they cannot see the electric and run right through it. Gail Are you recommending adding electric to a board fence? The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Fjords For Sale
This message is from: Ronda Folkema [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi my name is Ronda Folkema. I am from Fremont, Mi. Our family fjord farm has several mares for sale. We also have a foal due in Aug/Sep. that will be for sale as well. If anyone is interested, please call 231-924-6835 or 231-335-8057 for more information. Our prices are between $1,000 for a foal to only $3,500 for a mare. Happy Fjording! Loving the weather here in Michigan! Ronda Folkema Folkema Family Fjords _ Don't get caught with egg on your face. Play Chicktionary! http://club.live.com/chicktionary.aspx?icid=chick_wlmailtextlink The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: My favorite fence
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Living in western Washington we get a lot of rain, so I have spent many hours keeping up on the hot wire. The weeds grow so fast along the fence line and the hot wire shorts out if they are not kept off. A lot of work. So what I have is a solid wall of black berrie bushes on 2 of my perimeter fences. No need for hot wire. The horse stay out of them even the fjords. They do however eat a few berries now and again. I go thru in the fall and trim them back just to the fence. They get about 12 feet tall and they also keep all the neighbors and kids out of the field. They form a nice green barrier and I never have to replace aboard. I have 40 horse on the place now and not one has ever gotten into or thru them nor has any one ever been hurt. Not sure that you can find a fence company that sells blackberry fences:0) Bonnie Morris Warm and rain Should be a bumper crop this year:0) ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
