RE: fjordhorse-digest V2004 #180
This message is from: "Paulaj Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hey List, Does any have info on accommodations (hotels, motels, garage, stall for me, etc??) at Libby? I am planning on attending this year. The last time I attended was in 1997 when I bought Oz for Laurie :o) !!! Looking forward to attending this year again. (I will not buy another horse, I will not buy another horse, I will not buy another horse, I will not buy another) Paula
RE: fjordhorse-digest V2004 #149
This message is from: "Paulaj Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> This message is from: Jean Ernest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I regularly comb out handfuls of tail hair, from around the upper part of the tail. Mostly in the spring and later some in the fall. Their tails still are full and long, so I am not breaking off the hairs.They are being shed. I think if you don't comb this out it will itch and they rub it and break off the still growing hairs as well. I thought this was curious...I have had my red dun for over eight years now (he is 12) and last fall/winter was the first time I had noticed heavy "shedding" from the upper part of his tail. It came out by the handfuls - almost like these hairs were breaking off...is it normal for Fjord to shed their tails in the fall?? I know Curlys shed their manes & tails, but this happens in this breed during the summer (I think?).
Extreme Coyotes
This message is from: "Paulaj Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> This recent wildlife thread on the list has prompted me to write. Under unusual conditions, the wildlife we share our environment can exhibit "extreme" behaviors to adapt. The recent rains in the Midwest (19 INCHES in the past month I've been hearing) have flooded normal wildlife habitat. These critters usually stick to our woods and swamps, but the rains have driven them to higher ground - and into our backyards and streets! They will do what it takes to survive - even getting close to us - if their survival is at stake. Case in point - I was driving home late the other night from work - thru the city - and saw a coyote running down my (very urban) street with a rabbit in its mouth. I wouldn't think a coyote would be much of a threat to a full grown Fjord, but a family pet or new foal might get into trouble with one of these buggers. Being aware of what is going on in their environment - as well as our own - is the key for "peaceful" co-existence with the wild ones!
RE: fjordhorse-digest V2004 #7
This message is from: "Paulaj Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I just received my Fjord Herald and WOW!! I have to congratulate all of the owners of stallions and foals in this issue. If these sires (and mares), and babies are any indication of the future of the Fjord horse, the breed is in GREAT shape. Congratulations again to all these owners on the wisdom of their breeding programs. WOW!
PICTURE THIS....
This message is from: "Paulaj Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> JINGLE'S BELLS Dashing through the snow, Is a one-horse open sleigh. The driver runs behind, Screaming all the way. Bells on Jingle ring, Spooking him to flight. Another "dead-broke" Fjord Horse Is running for his life! Oh! Jingle's Bells! Jingle's Bells! He thought they were a snake! When he moved, the snake came, too, Those rattles, did they shake! Oh! Jingle's Bells! Jingle's Bells! He left that sleigh behind. He broke the trace, he skipped the place, And cleared the pasture gate!
RE: bits
This message is from: "Paulaj Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Brigid- I also use the French Link (3 piece snaffle) for training and all around work. This bit, I think, is kinder to the shallow palettes we see so often with our Fjords. With my older Fjord, who tends to get strong in a group, I use a Myler low port comfort snaffle (MB05) with a padded curb chain - plenty of stopping power yet he will still stay soft in the bridle and not hang. I started my younger one in the FL and he goes so well in that one, I haven't seen any need to change although I have tried other bits with him over the years. I don't think it is necessary to switch bits out unless you are having a specific problem. A word of caution tho for anyone following this thread, if you have been using a stronger bit, like a Kimberwicke, and switch to a FL, your horse may not respect the FL and run right thru it. Like any new piece of equipment, work on the longeline or from the ground first to gauge the response. Paula
Quarantine Facilities for Waverly Sale critters
This message is from: "PaulaJ Steinmetz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For those looking for quarantine facilities in the Midwestern states contact Wisconsin Equine in Oconomowoc, WI (262)569-1550. This vet clinic has facilities for animals coming in from international flights, so they should be able to handle a couple of strangles cases or just about anything else...wonderful folks also!
