Used Harness Pads Needed
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" I am headed to Brazil the 6th of November on a mission trip, specifically Corumba in the Pantanal near the Bolivian border. This will be my sixth trip to the area and it is amazing to see the changes the local churches have been making to this impoverished rural area. On every previous trip I have made an effort to connect with horse owners when I can, but never in an organized way. This year, the focus of my mission trip will be to connect more directly to these people and their equines. The local horses are the small-boned, lightweight style you see most often in South and Central America. Even in town, a family will have a horse that the kids ride and that is used to transport the entire family with a cart. The carts are what we would call death traps and the harnesses that started as leather are now cracked with age and held together by rope and chains. No padding is used when the horses pull these unbalanced vehicles carrying more people than they are intended to transport. I have to admit that I have not seen any signs of wear on these horses when unharnessed and I have looked closely, but I think their lives would have to be improved with some padding. So what I am asking is if you have harness pads that you are not using but someone else could, please send them to me and I will take them with me to share with these folks. I am also taking wormer, rope halters, grooming tools and supplements with me as gifts for the horses/owners. We talked about doing vaccinations, but it was not cost effective as no one can afford to keep up the vaccines on their own. Padding is a little bulky, but fairly light, so I should be able to get quite a bit in a large suitcase; the international limit to Brazil is 70 pounds per bag. My mailing address is 489 Halls Mill Road, Shelbyville, TN 37160. Please email me privately if you have any questions. Thanks in advance for your help. I will post an update on the mission when I return. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazyao Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Used Harness Pads Needed
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" Ardeth Obenauf The Lazyao Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
RE: fjordhorse-digest V2014 #98
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" The request is current, but I always like to have photos on hand for requests like this. ao Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Photos needed for National Magazine
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" I am looking for some recent photos of Fjords to accompany an article for a national magazine. The request is for headshots or at liberty poses. If you have high resolution shots that you would be willing to let us use, please email me at ard...@nfhr.com. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazyao Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
New Video Project--Need your help
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" As head of the Education Committee for the NFHR, I am about to start a video on "What Every New Fjord Owner Should Know". I would like suggestions from all of you for what to include. Mane trimming will be included, but only briefly as it has been done to death. Once I have gathered all the ideas, I'd like to ask NFHR members from around the country to video small segments on each topic and send them to me. They will then be compiled into a single YouTube video, have NFHR logos and titles, music, etc, added and I hope we'll have a useful resource for Fjord newbies. Please respond here, if you wish, group discussion is always a help or to me directly at ard...@nfhr.com Thanks for your help in advance. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Hermitage CDE, pony measurement and white markings
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" I just came back from a fabulous weekend at the Hermitage CDE near Louisville. This is a wonderful event put on by some amazing people with a real love for combined driving. After several years in CDEs, Lena and I are now competing at Intermediate Level. For the first time, she was measured to determine she's truly a pony. Though it took me by surprise as I was unprepared to be part of the Advanced Vet Check, I welcomed the measurement as I knew Lena would pass (she's been measured at 14h at NFHR evaluations) and I've often had to compete against "ponies" that I'm sure were truly horses as determined by measurement. What was really interesting was that the vet had to note all the markings (whorls) on the USEF form and then there was a long discussion between the two vets and the Technical Delegate about whether her "white muzzle" should be noted. The vets both said "no" as there is black skin under it, and thus it's not technically white hair. The TD was not so sure, so we ended up noting the white muzzle as it would appear white to a casual observer who did not know the distinction. The TD said she is going to get a clarification from USEF, so she knows the right answer going forward. If anyone has anything to add to this discussion, I will be happy to pass it along to the TD. And, by the way, one of the three ponies measured failed and had to compete as a horse. ao Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Ringbone
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" I tried to post this a couple of days ago, but forgot to trim it etc, so it got bumped and rightfully so! Anyway, my corrective farrier (a lot of you met Danny at the Educational Forum in Nashville last year) says that any horse with heavy muscling in the chest and shoulders will have a tendency to turn their front feet in (kind of like pigeon toes but it involves the whole leg turning inward). Before he started trimming them to counteract this tendency, they tended to trip but had no lameness issues. However, when Lena was xrayed she showed early signs of ringbone which is the body trying to compensate for this inward turn. Now that he trims them (and I can't tell you how he does it) they no longer trip and Lena's early ringbone has not progressed. He's been right about this and so many other things, that I believe he knows what he's talking about. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazyao Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH-L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2011 #12
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" Just a reminder that Tues, Jan 18 is the deadline to register for the 2011 NFHR Educational Forum in Murfreesboro, TN. And please note that while you can do a late registration for theForum, NO BANQUET TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 1/18, as we have to give a final number to the caterer. The silent auction is shaping up to be a doozy! We have a road cart suitable for showing or pleasure driving, a breeding to a well known fjord stallion, artwork and much, much more! And we have just learned that Birgit Mortensen of Denmark with Fjord Horse International will be joining us for the Forum and all the rest ! Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
2011 NFHR Educational Forum and Annual Meeting
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" The deadline for registering for the Forum is January 18. Come see your Fjord friends, listen to great speakers working with live horses, take a trip into Nashville on Friday night, attend a 30th Anniversary Banquet honoring the retirement of Mike May, bid on great items in the silent auction...Complete details about the Forum and registration are available at www.nfhr.com. If you still have questions, contact ard...@nfhr or call Ardeth at 615 347 6453. Hope to see you there! Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
2011 Educational Forum: Deadline for Registration January 18, 2011
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" The Forum and Annual Meeting being held in Murfreesboro, TN are fast approaching. Deadline for registration is Jan. 18, 2011. Hang out with your fjord friends, learn from the experts, attend hands on sessions with fjord horses present. Attend the banquet honoring the 30th anniversary of the NFHR and the retirement of our beloved Mike May. Spend an evening in Nashville cruising 2nd Avenue, visiting honky tonks and just generally having a good time. In other words, immerse yourself completely in fjordom for a long weekend and beat the winter blahs. Complete details and registration are available at www.nfhr.com. Questions? Contact Ardeth Obenauf, ard...@nfhr.com or 615 347 6453. Hope to see you there! Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
roly poly
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" Hi, Robyn, Get the girl a grazing muzzle and let her out with the geldings. The other day I spotted my gelding Frode standing 10 feet from the round bale with his grazing muzzle on, just staring at the bale. Trying to ingest hay by mental telepathy, I think. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: roly poly
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" hi, robyn-- me again! Last year we bought our friends that have no power to their tank a solar aerator. it runs on a deep cycle battery. Total cost was about $200 incl the battery. if you google solar aerator, you should find it, i believe it came from Colorado. It keeps the water moving and ice free down into the teens and the ice is very thin if it does get colder than that, so Gaven could keep it open with her nose. The battery keeps it running for 6 weeks or more on a charge. If you can't find the supplier, let me know and I'll look up the receipt. As for keeping her busy, there are lots of toys, balls, etc. Any chance your farm owner would put the hay feedings in one of those bags with the tiny openings that make it take forever to eat a flake? I don't remember what they're called, but they're pretty popular. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
2011 Educational Forum Reminder
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" Remember to send in your registration for the 2011 Educational Forum and Annual Meeting in Murfreesboro, TN Jan 28-30, 2011. Details are available at www.nfhr.com or email me privately for more info. A trip to Nashville would make a great Christmas gift! ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
ROLY POLY
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" One thing to check is her thyroid. Three of my four have low thyroid which I supplement with thyro-L. Jayne still gets a tummy, so she wears a grazing muzzle every other day at times. On the water issue, they do drink more when their diet is dry hay. Some of mine don't drink much in their stalls at night and then take long drinks when they get out to the trough. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: blanketing
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" ?I only blanket them if they've been clipped. Right now Lena was clipped for two CDEs this fall so she's blanketed at night; the days have been warm enough for her to go without. She'll keep growing coat, however, so in a month or so we'll be able to dispense with the blanket altogether. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Body Clipping video
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" Here is the link for a video on Body Clipping produced by the NFHR Education Committee. This is the first video we've done using this format, and I hope we'll be seeing a lot more of them in the future. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZSOuQTLaII An upcoming project of the Education Committee will be to solicit educational videos from members. If there is something of an educational nature that you'd like to share with the rest of us, make a video and submit it to us. We'll add the beginning and end to make them all look alike, but we won't edit your content. Then it will be posted on the NFHR Educational Committee Chanel on youtube. If you want more information, contact me at ard...@nfhr.com I hope you find this video helpful. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: thank you Mike May
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" An announcement from Mike himself will be coming soon in the e-newsletter. It is hard to imagine the NFHR without Mike at the helm. It should make us all rest easier to know that Mike has agreed to remain available in an advisory capacity for the foreseeable future to ensure that the Registry goes forward as usual, so we haven't seen the last of him by any means. Mike is also responsible for training Jeanne, the new Registrar, and is confident she will maintain his high level of service. There will be a celebration for Mike at the Educational Forum to be held in Nashville, Tn next January, so make plans to attend. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Fjord Tandem
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" This past weekend, the Middle Tennessee Carriage Club hosted a Bob Giles Clinic at my farm in Shelbyville, TN. Shortly before lunch on Saturday, Bob suggested we hitch my two fjord mares as a tandem during the break. Once he told me what to gather for "equipment", I got Jayne and Lena out of the barn, harnessed them both and waited for Bob. We put long lines on Lena, the leader, and hitched Jayne singly to the carriage. Then Bob lined them up, made a make-shift connection for the traces, ran the long lines through our version of roger rings, climbed in the carriage and off we went. It was amazing! They went around the arena, through cones, through obstacles, circles, serpentines, you name it. We did not have a tandem whip so Lena was going soley on voice command. Eventually she figured there was nothing backing up the voice and slowed, which caused some entangling, but they just stood there patiently while we extricated them and went onward again. It was so much fun! I was so proud of them and am looking forward to learning to drive tandem myself! I'll get some photos up on facebook in the next few days. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Dapples
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" I just body-clipped Lena (for the third time this spring) and she's covered in dapples. I've never noticed this on her or my other fjords before. Has anyone else experienced this? ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: Go Maggie Sullivan (Don't forget Ardeth!)
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" Thanks, Kris, you're right. Lena and I entered at Intermediate for the first time. And while it may look like we didn't do very well with our score, our goal was to drive dressage and see where we need to improve, make the overall time in the marathon at the longer distance with longer obstacles and school the obstacles as we have been having trouble with her stalling in the obstacles. We did all of that; I only wish I had done better in cones, but I was driving my Eagle and it's going to take some getting used to. Anyone with any ideas on what to do about the hazards issue please email me privately, because Im looking for a solution! Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: Re: Smiling Fjords
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" My two geldings smile, but with the mares it's more of a smirk. Kind of like "Here's the sucker that will give us extra cookies just because we're cute and cuddly." Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Tallest fjord ever?
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" My 2 yr 7 mo. old gelding, Reidar, is nearly 15h 2". Since we have obviously left ponyhood way behind, I'm wondering how far we have to set the record as the tallest fjord? :). ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: extreme cowboy race video
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I know nothing about extreme cowboy races, but I think your video is fabulous. I can't imagine that you'd need to show them anything else. What a great team the two of you are! ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Buckeye Feed
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Has anyone had experience feeding Buckeye products to fjords? The local rep came out and took at look at my 4 fjords and 7 quarterhorses and we are waiting for the results of a hay test before starting on Buckeye. I really like their concept of the feed as a supplement to the forage, not the other way around. Also, most of their products are low carb and you feed according to body weight, life stage and level of work. It may be a little complicated to figure out who gets what, but they'll do that for me, and even deliver my feed to me once a month! I have heard good results from other horse owners, but none of them are feeding fjords, which we all know are special. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
TPRs--was Lexington CDE
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I haven't kept track of TPRs in the past, but plan to do so now. Her heart rate is always relatively low, but she's a panter which makes her respiration rate higher than others. This is very effective at cooling her, but some vets are alarmed by it, even though I tell them it's typical for her. Other vets recognize it as a good thing. We did learn a lot about cooling with ice under the jaw and between the legs. I hope I never run into a marathon in such extreme temperatures again as I only compete in spring and fall for just that reason. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Lexington CDE--BRAG ALERT
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I was fortunate enough to compete in the inaugural Lexington CDE at the Kentucky Horse Park with my fjord mare, 7 yr old MHF Lena. We compete as Preliminary Single Pony and were the only fjord in the field. The judges were European, but we got decent dressage scores from two of the three (the German one was tough). We were behind Muffy Seaton and one other driver. The marathon was rough. The course, which is being developed for the FEI games to be held there in 2010, was very demanding and somehow it was well over 90 degrees! Fortunately Lena had her second body clip of the season earlier in the week. There were three separate sets of vets and vet techs; one after section D, one at the end of E and a final set at the barns. Lena did get very hot, but cooled off quickly as is typical for her. After the marathon, we felt that we hadn't done very well, but apparently it was a rough go for everyone as we finished second, winning the water hazard! Lena has finally learned that galloping in water is easier than trotting. We were still in third after day two, but less than 6 pts from the lead. I'm hot and cold with cones and the cold driver showed up that day. We hit two, but it ended up not making a difference as both drivers ahead of me went clean and I was far enough ahead of the fourth place finisher to finish in third. It was a great opportunity to watch the advanced drivers, the pairs and four in hands. The hazards were decorated beautifully with fall décor and flowers. The fourth hazard was decorated with a pair of Porsche Cayennes flanking the entry. Lena showed that she can compete at this sport. I'm very proud of her and am looking forward to next season with great anticipation. We hung around the Horse Park for the National Drive which seemed very laid back after the CDE and had a great time. There were many fjords in attendance. Also, we participated in the featured breed demonstations sponsored by the NFHR on Saturday and Sunday. Lena is now enjoying a well-deserved week off. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: Fjord sighting on national news
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> The man in the video about a potential blood test for colon cancer is my husband, Ron, along with our horses and dogs. We live in Shelbyville, Tn. I'm so glad someone saw it. I was going to tell the list to watch for it, but as it's a spot that was sold to stations nationwide, I didn't know where to say it would be shown. The camera crew was here for about two hours, interviewing Ron and then filming the dogs and horses and a few sights around the farm. I think it's funny that the herd got as much or more air time as the scientist that's working on the project! The fjords loved being filmed. The camerman had to clean his lens a few times because Lena kept shoveing her nose into it. Talk about a camera hog! Ron is indeed fine, although he continues to be closely monitored. We have become involved in the fight against colon cancer through the Research Patient Advocate Program at Vanderbilt here in Nashville. Have all of you over 50 had a colonoscopy (or younger if you have a family history of colon cancer)? Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: mane trimming tools
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I use the largest Fiskar scissors--I don't know the name of the model, but they have orange handles. You can buy them in fabric store and craft stores, even the craft dept at Walmart. And you can get a handy sharpener for them that's easy to use. Keeping them sharp makes the job easy. Ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE:using mares
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have two mares I use regularly in all kinds of situation, including competitions, pleasure drives, trail riding, exhibitions, you name it. I have never had a problem with their cycles. They do behave differently in the pasture when in season, but not to me and not when they're working. I love mares. Ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: overweight fjords
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> As I read all the posts about controlling feed, etc. I wonder if you all have had your fjord's thyroid checked. When I first got my mare Jayne,she was a little chubby and a vet suggested that a lot of drafty breeds have low thyroids. When we checked it, it was indeed low. So we supplement with thyro L and she maintains a good weight on her own, getting the same amount of pasture time as my quarter horses. This year when her 4 yr old son reached maturity, he continued to put on weight. We checked his thyroid and again it was low. We supplement him, too, and he's holding at a good weight. ao The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: shipping boots
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For shipping boots on my quarter horses I have always used Weathabeata's contoured shipping boots. They cover about 3/4 of the leg and are flared at the bottom to provide some protection for the hoof. When the smaller boots I bought for the fjords weren't large enough to fit around their chunky legs, I had my full sized boots modified to fit them. We took some off the bottom, and now they fit perfectly. The seam binding at the bottom was removed, about 2" was cut off the boot itself and the binding was put back on. They work great. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
What about a red heeler?
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> With all the talk of dogs on the list, I just thought I'd take the opportunity to mention that I have a red heeler here on my farm that needs a home. She's great around horses, is in training (her idea) as a coach dog, and is very friendly and sweet. Shes in good health and will be spayed and have all her shots when she's adopted (at my expense). If anyone is interested, I can send pics. If you're anywhere in this part of the country, I'll get her to you someohow. To make this fjord related, she is great around them and goes with us on long drives around the farm. Ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: driving question
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I drive by myself a lot. I can't always get someone to go and sometimes it's just nice to have it just be me and the pony. I have no traffic where I drive as I can stay on my own farm, but there are all kinds of critters that could jump out or we could suffer a mechanical failure. I always take my phone with me and wear my helmet. In addition, if Ron is gone for the day, I call someone and let them know what I'm doing and ask them to send out an alarm if they don't hear from me by a specified time. Then I write myself a note to remember to make that call when I get back or I'd forget and have a major rescue effort going on for no reason. Ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE:Cresty Neck
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Two of my fjords are on thyroid supplement because of a slightly low thyroxin level--it made a huge difference in their weight! My young gelding was developing the cresty neck and within 3 weeks on thyro L it was gone--at least as much as a fjord's neck can ever be non-cresty. I know this isn't really the answer to the question you asked, but if you haven't done so, have the thyroids checked. ao The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Clipping, Drying and Cantering
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have clipped the two that I am using now. I did it in September, so they continued to grow coat and now don't need blanketing, but are not as wooly as they would be if I hadn't clipped. For drying them after a workout, I have polarfleece coolers from Weathabeata that dry them very quickly. For horses that won't be shown, a hunt or trace clip works great. I had the experience of driving a pair in which one had a full coat and one a trace clip. The one with the clip didn't sweat at all and the one with the full coat sweated exactly where the other was clipped! What a revelation! I had always thought clipping the lower part of the horse was to leave them some protection on top, but apparently it does much more than that. Also, with the trace clip, a waterproof breathable sheet is usually plenty of blanket. As for cantering, we have had great luck with trotting over poles and progressing to small jumps. This gets their front end up and eventually after a jump of 18" or so, they will jump it and canter away in a relaxed way. Then you just keep them cantering. This has worked great for the three we have started under saddle. Ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Maternal Gelding?
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> My 4 yr old gelding is totally obsessed with his 4.5 mo old little brother. I weaned the baby a little early because mom kept losing weight. So I turned the baby out with others and he was doing fine. But then I noticed the gelding always in the youngster's face, always pushing him where to go, running after him when he'd wander away, etc. He was more protective than the mare had been! So then I had to separate them, too, because I didn't want the baby to have his independence affected by the gelding's behavior. Anybody had an experience like this and if so how did you handle it? Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Pulling shoes
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> If your horse is used to being shod and training in shoes, it might not be a good idea to pull them right before a competition regardless of the footing. They can be tender when first going barefoot, it could have a negative effect on their performance. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: fjordhorse-digest V2006 #193
This message is from: "Ardeth Obenauf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have found that horse size works well on my fjords that are 14-14.2 and of medium build (for a fjord). I have had to order a larger size bridle, however. ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Breeding question
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> My mare, Jayne, is in foal right now and not due for another month. When the early breedings didn't take last year, I asked my vet about summer babies here in Tennessee and was told it shouldn't be a problem. While not the ideal time for the mare to foal, there is a lot we can do to keep the baby cool, primarily keeping them inside during the hottest hours with fans on. Other fjord owners have told me pretty much the same thing. I've got my eye on a portable air conditioner at Sam's but I don't know how I'd explain that to my husband! :) Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Bits--mylar and otherwise
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'm glad the question of why only snaffle bits are allowed for the English riding performance tests at evaluations has come up. It is something my trainer and I have been trying to figure out and have struggled with in our training. Last year at the evaluation in LaCrosse, we posed this question to the members of the evaluation committee and asked why fjords, which are by nature very strong and well muscled horses, are asked to perform tests with only a snaffle bit. The only answer we got was that dressage people had influenced the decision by saying using other bits opened up the possibiity of abuse. We polled other trainers/owners and Wayne Hipsley, the chief evaluator, and all were in agreement that other bits should be allowed--that the bit component of the rules needed to be re-evaluated--especially for the advanced tests. After all, other bits are allowed in driving and the western tests. We were told to put our thoughts in writing, and so my trainer sent a letter to the committee right after we got home, detailing the situation and why she felt there was a need for a change. She never got a response to her letter, the minutes of the committee meeting show no record that it was discussed. I hate to drop it completely, but I don't know how else to approach the topic. Anyone have any ideas? ao Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Evaluation Instruction
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> At the evaluation in LaCrosse last year a very detailed instruction session was held before the evaluation started. It was conducted by Phillip Oden and the evaluators. They presented a lot of good info and instructions to help an owner show his horse to the best advantage and get the most out of the evaluation process. I felt at the time that this was a great feature, but as it was given immediately before starting the evaluation, it was coming too late to do anyone much good. If this could be recorded and available to owners looking forward to attending an evaluation, (or submitting a virtual evaluation, which is a whole other topic)it would be very valuable. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Black Prong CDE--Brag alert
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'm just back from the Black Prong Equestrian Center near Ocala where I spent 10 days with 2 of my fjord horses. This facility is unbelievable, like a perfect little part of the world to spend quality time with your horse. The horse accomodations are A-1 as are those for humans. In addition to multiple dressage rings and world class hazards to practice on, there are over 150 miles of trailes in the Goethe Natl Forest adjoining Black Prong. While there I competed in the Nature Coast CDE and won training level single pony with my 5 yr old mare, Lena. She was the only fjord in the event,and was her usual steady reliable self. So, now it's on to preliminary for us, to see what that brings. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Re: Orlando in January
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Well, I won't be able to make it to the meeting, but I will be nearby, so if any of you attending the meeting have some extra time, please come visit. I will be at Black Prong Eq Ctr in Bronson, FL the 7th-17th of Jan. The reason I can't attend the meeting is that I'll be competing in the Nature Coast CDE that weekend, but would welcome any fjord supporting visitors that would happen to stop by. I'll be there with my five year old mare, Lena and her little brother 3 yr old gelding, Frode. Bill Lower will be working with us during the week, both horses singly and the two as a pair. Please stop and visit if you have a chance. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Clipping fjords
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I always thought the purpose of the trace clip was to leave them protected on top from rain, snow and sun, but allow for release of heat underneath. I've seen for myself that this isn't really so. I am driving a pair of fjords; one is trace clipped and one is not. After driving them, the one that is not clipped is sweating, but only in exactly the areas that are shaved on the clipped mare. The mare that is clipped is dry. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Body clipping a fjord
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I will be taking two fjords to Florida this winter for a week of training and to compete with one in a CDE at Black Prong. I do a hunt clip on them for at home stuff, but the one that will compete is going to need to be fully body clipped. My question is, what do I do about the feathers? I know I shouldn't cut them off, but where do I stop clipping? Leave the entire legs fuzzy? Clip down to the knees? Any advice will be appreciated. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Trailers for sale
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> With all this talk about trailers, I'd like to inject that I have two 4-horse gooseneck aluminim trailers for sale. The older trailer is a 1993 Sidekick. It is 12 years old but has been stored under cover for half of that time. It has a dressing room (4 ft shortwall) with bridle rack, air conditioning, some cabinets and a sink, a boot bench, window blinds, electric outlets. It is an enclosed trailer with drop down feed windows and a rear tack. There is a full-length awning. I am asking $12,000, but will entertain reasonable offers. The newer trailer is a 2003 Exiss stock/combo with a fully lined horse compartment and plexiglass inserts. It also has a dressing room (4 ft short wall) with air condtioning and bridle rack, with the detachable saddle rack in the dressing room. It has a full length awning. I am asking $14,000. I am located in Middle Tennessee. I can provide photos to interested parties. I am extremely motivated to sell one of these trailers (marathon vehicle purchase pending). Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Fjord wanted
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> My trainer who has worked with my horses for the past couple of years is now in the market for a fjord for herself. She would like a mare or gelding at least age 3, 14 hands or taller. It will be ridden and driven. The horse having been started to drive would be a plus; she can do the under saddle work herself. We are in Middle Tennessee, the closer the horse is located the better. Please respond to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Re: LaCrosse Evaluation
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'd like to add to Pat's post and congratulate any thank everyone involved in running the LaCrosse Evaluation. Everything detail was handled, the hospitality was great and the evaluation ran like clockwork. Thanks especially to Phillip Oden and Linda Syverson-Kerr for all their hard work. AO The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Re: Keratex
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have used Keratex for several years and swear by it. Putting hoof conditioner on is a lot like putting cuticle cream on your hands, but Keratex really does make the hoof harder. It is expensive, but you use so little of it as it's a thin liquid that the bottle will last a surprisingly long time. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, TN
Re: what are the odds?
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I had a similar coincidence with breeding and foaling dates. My mare Jayne was bred in March 1999 and gave birth to Lena 340 days later in 2000. In 2001 she was bred again on that same date in March and gave birth to Frode 340 days later in 2002. (Same stallion.) AO Shelbyville TN
Re: what's in a name
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> My big beautiful fjord mare is named Jayne (to be pronounced Jaynee) but whenever an announcer calls out "Jane" I cringe. I've tried writing it phonetically on entries and everything, but the only thing I've found that works is to track down the announcer and tell him directly. Somehow Jaynee is much more fjordlike than Jayne. Ardeth Obenauf
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2005 #1
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I would like to thank you, Cynthia, for setting up the Secret Santas this year for all the rest of us. This was my first year participating in SS and I enjoyed it a lot. Thanks again AO
Toy fjords?
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Does anyone know where I can get a small stuffed fjord? There were two new babies recently born in our family and I thought they're make great gifts from their horsy aunt in Tennessee. AO
Re: Anemia in Fjordhorses?
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Purina has a fairly new product out that is meant for horses that are mostly on forage and little grain. It is called Nature's Essentials. It has a good balance of vitamins and minerals(including selenium), and I use it to supplement a diet of crimped oats and pasture. So far it seems to be working well for the fjords, giving them what they need without a lot of extra calories. There are two varieties; mare and maintenance and performance. AO
Re: Upcoming Horse Breed show information
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Fred, If you contact Catherine Laessen (sp) she can get you materials, brochures, etc. for you breed show. She was very helpful last year when a couple of us took some fjords to the Volunteer Horse Fair here in Tennesse last spring. AO
Gayla Bluegrass CDE
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I just returned from Georgetown, Ky where my 4 yr old fjord mare, Lena, placed second overall in Single Pony Training Level at the Gayla Bluegrass CDE. This was her first competitive event and only her second trip away from home. We were first in dressage under one judge and second under the other, 5th in cones and tied for 1st with no penalties after the marathon. Lena took everything in stride with the exception of the one post with three black paper plates on it that caused a momentary startle. Even though it pelted down rain on Saturday for dressage and cones, she did what I asked of her. There was also a pair of fjords entered and three other fjords present that live full time at the Gayla Driving Center. They all had a good time greeting each other and calling across the fence to each other. My navigator, Jeanette Haislip, another fjord owner, was a huge help keeping everyone calm, on track and on time. We all had a great time and expect to do this again soon. Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville TN 37160
Re: Fjords in therapeutic programs
This message is from: Ardeth Obenauf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> It's not only boredom that causes therpeutic horses to burn out. The really good ones know they are carrying a special cargo and cannot respond normally to jabbing and poking, etc. This adds up to a lot of unreleased tension. Two of my quarter horses have participated in therapeutic riding and the mare was required to carry a young man plus all kinds of special gear attached to a surcingle to support him as he could not hold his head up on his own. His elbows and knees dug into her sides and he was very vocal about his enjoyment which was heartwarming but very loud and strident. Add to that the four sidewalkers plus therapist necessary to support him and Daisy had a lot to cope with. She never took a wrong step but as I walked at her head I could hear her expelling deep sighs every few strides as if to be releasing tension. This was one of the most emotional experiences of my life, but I could see that it was one of the hardest things Daisy was ever asked to do. Ardeth Obenauf Shelbyville TN
Re: training fjords
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I take my fjord mare to a trainer that also helps me with hunter under saddle work with my quarter horse. Before this, we had been on her back a few times, but no actual training took place. The trainer rode her about ten times which was enough for her to learn about bending and leg yielding, trotting and picking up both her leads at the canter. She did this well enough to earn a blue ribbon at the Cincinnati evaluation in Intro English riding. After only ten rides with the trainer! After attending the evaluation we came home and the trainer started working on the skills needed for the advanced test next year. The second time she worked on side passing, Jayne side passed a pole without stopping from one end to another and the third time had mastered crossing her front and back feet in unison and keeping her shoulders even with her hips. She has also begun working on hip control and is jumping. My quarter horse is a willing worker and has put up with a lot from me, but it has taken her months to master these same moves. The trainer is continually amazed at how fast the fjord learns and how well she retains from one session to the next. It's like she's thinking aobut her last lesson at night in her stall. This is the first fjord anyone at the barn has worked with and everyone stops what they are doing to watch when Jayne is there for a lesson. It's always fun to take her and see how much everyone enjoys her. Ardeth Obenauf Shelbyville TN _ Concerned that messages may bounce because your Hotmail account is over limit? Get Hotmail Extra Storage! http://join.msn.com/?PAGE=features/es
Vilde
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Have they made any mention of checking her for ulcers? I had a mare that exhibited signs of colic for several weeks on and off, including elevated temp, etc. and it turned out to be stomach ulcers. They can scope them to know for sure, but they can also just start the ulcer medicine and if it works, bingo. I hope Vilde's trouble turns out to be something so easy. I know how you are suffering, too. AO _ Instant message with integrated webcam using MSN Messenger 6.0. Try it now FREE! http://msnmessenger-download.com
Draft Harness for Evaluation
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Can anyone help me regarding the proper harness for the draft tests at an evaluation? I am attending the Cincinnnati evaluation in a few weeks and have been using a light work harness which has collar and hames, tugs, bridle and lines with a saddle, back band and crupper, but no breeching (sp). Most photos I have seen of horses in full work harness do have breeching, but since the stoneboat is not on wheels and doesn't need breeching for brakes, I think what I have works fine. I just don't want to get to the evaluation and not have proper gear. Any input will be appreciated. AO
Re: clubfoot surgery
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> There is a new procedure for club foot surgery which is far more successful than the old method of just cutting the ligament. It combines the traditional surgery with corrective shoeing techniques both before and after the surgery. Recovery for an adult horse involves 3 months of stall rest and gradual return to normal activity after that, with no riding or driving until the 6 mo mark. I have a quarter horse mare who had the surgery last year when she was 9, now ten. She is now doing great. Her foot looks totally normal, and more importantly is growning lots of sole depth. She is moving well also, although we have had to inject her coffin joint once. The joint fits together slightly differently than it used to. In a younger horse this might not even be a problem. This technique was developed by Dr Rick Redden in Kentucky, and my vet works closely with him and is doing the surgery as well. It is now pretty routine for club foot problems in this area.
Measuring fjords
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'm having a lot of trouble figuring out exactly where to measure my fjords for height. I know the top of the withers, but where exactly is that? How far up into the mane? Ardeth Obenauf The Lazy AO Farm Shelbyville, Tennessee
Bodyclipping a youngster?
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Does anyone have any experience or advice about bodyclipping a Fjord youngster? I live in southern Tennessee and soon the weather will get very hot and stay that way (even at night) for the rest of the summer. With that thick wooly coat, our 2 mo old Frode is already getting too warm in the afternoons. I have talked to some other Tenn Fjord owners (there aren't many of us) and one had body clipped in June and the other one never did. I'm planning on doing him once our nighttime temps are consistently in the 70s. Anyone with any advice, comments, etc? AO
Introducing Frode
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I, too, want to add my congratulations to those with new foals. I know how cute they are because we just had one early Sunday morning. Our mare Jayne gave birth to a cold that we are calling Frode. He is fluffy and cuddly and very sweet. Best of all, he is big and strong and healthy. Jayne is also doing well and we are feeling very blesse. AO
Should I get another one?
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Last fall I was fortunate to buy my first fjord mare,Jayne, who is now in foal and due in 2 mos. I love her dearly and she gets along well with my 7 other horses, all quarter horses. So, with one at home and another on the way, I have the opportunity to buy her first baby, now a two year old filly who is a full sister to the one she is carrying. She is priced right, has good conformation and personality and appears to be on her way to being a good size match for her mother which is good since I'm planning to drive a pair. My only hesitation is "do I have enough time for another horse?" I keep going back and forth. I'd love to have her, there are not a lot of fjords available in Tennessee. Should I buy her just because she's for sale. I do love her mother so much I'd be happy if she had no function other than pasture ornament. I just like having her around. Anyway, as you can see, I'm confused about this? If anyone has any insight or personal experience with a situation like this, I'd appreciate hearing about it. By the way, knowing myself from past experience, selling any of them at some time in the future is not going to be an option for me. AO
Re: Orphan foal
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I do have a long list of Norwegian names. Is there some where I can fax it to you? A Norwegian friend compiled a huge list for me for the baby our mare is expecting next February. If not I can try to attach it to an email, but my luck with that has not been great. Take care of that baby, AO
Time to Breed Jayne
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I just got back from the vet with my 5 yr old mare and he says she has follicles developing, so we will take her to the breeder's over the weekend and wait to see what happens. He asked me if fjords in general have any problem with low progesterone levels, as many of the larger draft breeds do. I didn't know, can anyone help with this? We'll test her after she's bred anyway so we can supplement the progesterone if needed, I just hadn't heard of this problem before. AO
Fertility - Mares
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> With all the talk about Fjord breed and fertility of stallions I have a question about mares. Do they begin to cycle earlier in the season than other breeds due to their northern roots? I have a mare I would like to try to breed in March and while this might be a tad early for my quarter horses, I'm hoping the fjords, coming from a more northerly background may generally start cycling earlier in the season. Anyone know anything about this? AO
Swipe at Quarter Horses
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I am a new fjord owner and love her to death, but a recent post took some pot shots at quarter horses which were unwarranted. Quarter horses are not the number one breed in the world because they're useless and have bad legs, no legs, or whatever the post implied. They are versatile, for the most part calm and loving animals. One's dedication to a breed should not give him or her the right to denigrate another. AO
Breeding question
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> My new fjord mare came with a prepaid stud fee, which I plan to use this coming season. I know that because of the warmer climate here in Tennessee, fjord babies should be born early to give them a chance to develop some before they have to deal with the warm weather. For this reason, I'd like to start breeding her in early March to end up with a Feb, March or April baby at the latest. My question is, will I need to use a light on her to get her cycling that early or do fjords naturally cycle during the colder weather due to their cold weather ancestry? Any light anyone can shed on this will be appreciated. AO
National Show
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> While rotating the show does seem the fairest, it is difficult to book a facility for one year only. Usually once a big show has a facility they are happy with, they book the facility for the coming year immediatly afterwards to ensure getting the date they want. The facility management will give them the option of renewing for a short period of time before opening it to other shows. AO
Bitting
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> We have recently acquired a 4 year old mare who is as gentle as she can be, but only green broke. She is perfectly happy to have someone on her back, but pretty strong headed about giving to the bit, stopping in a reasonble time, etc. We are using a tom thumb bit with a leather curb strap on her as the snaffle was pretty much ignored. Can anyone give me advice about starting her out, what kind of bit to use, etc. We plan to ride her some and eventually drive her, but we've got to convince her to go where we want to go and at what speed first. We've started several quarterhorses, but they were younger and had had tons on ground work done before we got on their backs. So instead we're starting with a grown horse who's always been able to do pretty much as she pleases. I'd appreciate any help you can give. AO
Arthritis
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have an older quarterhorse mare that has done it all in the past, race track, roping, barrels, poles, cutting, etc. and now has arthritic changes in one ankle. We have found the gloucosamine therapy to be very beneficial. We also give her a scoop of MSM once a day to keep down inflamation, so I don't know if its the glucosamine or the MSM that's doing the most good. My vet told me light exercise is best for her, to keep her turned out as much as possible to keep the joint limbered. Also we have recently gone to a 4-point Natural Balance Shoe which is also helping. This is as was mentioned a shoe which keeps the toe squared off and is rounded on the bottom to make it easier for her to break over. Shoeing is uncomfortable for her to stand on one foot for a long time, but the farrier tries to be quick with her and let her rest when she needs to. Good luck with your old guy. I believe they're worth the extra effort they take. AO
New Fjord Mare is Home!
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> After passing the vet exam and getting all the paperwork settled, I brought my new Fjord mare, Jayne, home this afternoon. She immediately became best buddies with one of my quarterhorse mares. Tomorrow she will meet the rest of the herd across the fence. I have several saddles that fit my quarterhorses, so I am hopeful that one of them will be a comfortable fit for her. I'm going to give her a few days to get used to the place and then start ground driving her and riding her some. I don't know what her specialty is going to be yet, but since they are so versatile, I'm just going to wait and see what she's good at and go from there. Very excited in Tennessee AO
Soon the be Fjord owner
This message is from: "ARDETH OBENAUF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I hope I have the correct email for posting to the list. I have had an offer accepted on a 4 year old Fjord mare. Provided she passes the vet check Monday morning, I will bring her home Monday afternoon. I am very excited. I have 7 quarter horses and show them and drive them, but have been fascinated by Fjords for some time and always hoped to be able to have at least one someday. (This mare comes with a prepaid stud fee, so it should be more than one before long). I stumbled across a reference to this list on the Carriage Driving List yesterday, and look forward to tapping your resources for all of my Fjord-related questions. AO
