Re: need advice
This message is from: dgant...@comcast.net Lyme? - Original Message - From: John Eunice Bosomworth bosomwo...@wightman.ca To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Sent: Monday, March 1, 2010 1:55:31 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: need advice This message is from: John Eunice Bosomworth bosomwo...@wightman.ca Hi! Lend-a-Hand Therapeutic riding stable has a problem with their Fjord horse, Domi, who is 8 years old and is looking for advice. They have had the vet do a physical exam ... which revealed nothing wrong. Just yesterday I suggested that they contact an equine massage therapist and another person suggested an equine dentist. They send the following email on Saturday: I wanted to contact you regarding Domi. He's been acting a little spooked or skiddish for the past three months. We had to remove him from the therapy riding program altogether. Even when the barn manager goes in to feed or touch him he backs off. We thought he may have gotten saddle sore, but the vet checked him out and there is no problem there. He won't allow anyone to put a saddle on him. Can't ride him. We're not sure what got to him. Just wondering if you had any suggestions. He's been our best therapy horse in the program. Tom shadow...@verizon.net Lend A Hand Therapeutic Riding Foundation Cranston, Rhode Island http://www.lendahandri.org If you have any advice that you think might help please post or email myself bosomwo...@wightman.ca or Tom shadow...@verizon.net Thanks, Eunice Bosomworth Deere Country Fjords in Ontario Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: selling saddles
This message is from: dgant...@comcast.net --Go on the Albion website, they usually have a link to used saddles - dimensions - etc. I LOVE my Albion on my 'wider' traditional fjord, Olav, it has a nice deep seat, super comfortable...I bought it used, on ebay, for $1000.00 free shipping - about 6 yrs ago, they can tell you where to look on the flaps for the info re: size etc. I will recommend this saddle to anyonemy son has competed in it - eventing- and our eventing horse Bjorn loves wearing it...Albions are worth their weight in goldgood luck! This message is from: laura fisher laura_fishe...@hotmail.com Hello out there- I own an Albion Original Comfort dressage saddle that I want to sell. I have looked on the internet and have seen that it has actually held its' price, even a little more, but when I check some dressage used saddle sites they list them around $950.00 and not the $1200.or more. This is because of the recession. My problem is: how do I represent this saddle? I don't know how wide the gullet is(do they have a gullet?- do I list the flaps the billets the wool pading etc.etc. or do I just assume they know what An Albion Origi I had a quarterhorse when I used it so I think it has a wide tree. But is the gullet in front?Underneath?... I was wondering whether I could use a measureing tape so someone would know all the dimensions and put the photos in my ad. Would their knowing the dimendsions inable them to purchace the saddle with confidence? The saddle is in great shape- just a tiny scrape on the front edge(gullet?) I do not want to get into returns policy for such a heavy objec espcially when I am not going to get top dollar for it. Has anyone gone through this process? ...I waant to get it out there and get it on Ebay as soon as I can because I need a saddle to fit my Fjord. Thanks! laura _ Insert movie times and more without leaving Hotmail�. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/QuickAdd?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria l_QuickAdd_062009 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: Family horses...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Camping! It's great fun! -- Original message -- From: Willows Edge Farm [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: Willows Edge Farm [EMAIL PROTECTED] Having 3 kids ages 4-15, and only the 15 year old was raised around horses, I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for uniting the family and horses more. The reason I even bring this up, is because with everything we've been doing (mostly horse related), my family was absolutely furious with me that I would give up 4th of July with the family and instead go to the Horse Expo. This wasn't a spur of the moment deal, it had been planned now for a few months and we were to go (along with Bonnie Morris) to showcase our lovely Fjords. Well... I finally caved - mostly because of family not to go. Some of you know how much I love the breed and how I try to do my part to help promote the breed to others who just don't know, but now I am disappointed. Anyone out there with kids (or family) dealing with this or found a way to deal with it? BY THE WAY - If anyone is interested - there are a bunch of stalls already paid for, for the Celebrate the Horse this weekend. Thanks for listening, Corinne Logan Willows Edge Farm Bothell, WA (425) 402-6781 www.willowsedgefarm.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Therapy programs and NFHA show
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] this sounds like an awesome place, I remember hearing about it last yearhave my e-mails been coming thru? Hate to be a pest...Best to you, Denise -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thank you to all who responded with names of organizations using Norwegian Fjord horses in their therapy programs in the Northeast. It is rewarding to know how popular the breed is for this very special job. The designated charity for proceeds from the Trail Class at the 25th Anniversary Norwegian Fjord Horse Show, presented by the Northeast Fjord Horse Association (NFHA), is Kurn Hattin Homes in Westminster, Vermont. Since 1894, its purpose has been to maintain a year-round, residential home for children whose real home is in temporary need. It provides, through trust, love and respect, a nurturing environment where boys and girls, ages 6-15, prepare to rejoin their families and develop into adults whose lives have direction and purpose. The goals of the riding program, which uses four Fjord mares, are learning and practicing safety, horsemanship skills, and having a good time while providing a therapeutic environment for healing and growth. For more information on Kurn Hattin Homes, please visit www.kurnhattin.org. For details on the 25th Anniversary Horse Show in Richmond, Mass. on August 8-10, please go to the NFHA web site: www.northeastfjord.com. We will be collecting donations of tack and riding clothes at the show for the Kurn Hattin riding program. _ Free information on medical billing software from respected companies. Click here. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2121/fc/Ioyw6i3oiDnD1IdgF6r74TQCotH0odvu4 2AdjfrUz9a3MEfC6yfS30/ The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Phil Odden's video
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] we also have an English Setter, being raised with our Fjords, the Fjords are very tolerant of both William (the Eng. Setter) and Marty, our newly adopted mini daschund (who is small enough to sit on Olav's big wide rump while we trim his mane! we have a cute pic of that!) This is my 2nd English Setter, my first, Rudy lived for 17 yrs He came to college with me, was at my wedding, and was sweet and loving to my 2 baby sons when they were borna GREAT breed! We are so lucky to have these animals in our lives! Such fun, what a great video-wonderful to see the Fjords pulling a sleigh! thanks for putting that on youtube enjoy the snow ! Denise -- Original message -- From: Claudia [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: Claudia [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is in response to the person who wondered about the dog in Phil's sleighing video. I am lucky enough to be friends with Phil and Else, and I was at their farm sleighing two weeks ago with my young Fjord gelding, Vergel. He will be four this spring. That day we drove another one of his pairs, Herger and Marcy, and we were joined by another couple with a lovely big Friesian cross pulling a cutter. After we did that, Phil helped me drive Vergel, and we had a nice ride with him. We wanted to find out if he was bothered by the dog running alongside and darting in and out of the woods (he wasn't) or if he was going to shy at scary things along the way (he didn't) and if he was willing to stand obediently when asked (he didn't). He wanted to get a bit charge-y when he got trotting, so Phil just edged him into the deeper snow and let him work there for a bit each time, and Vergel soon learned that life is easier on the trail. Phil said because he's young, he doesn't quite have the knack of keeping a steady, moderate trot with the heavier pull of a sleigh in the snow, so he gets a bit strong. By the end of our ride, he was much more willing to stand when asked, and overall we were very pleased with Vergel's calm demeanor and his willingness. Phil said, You sure got a good one when you bought him.. which is high praise from a man who breeds such beautiful Fjords himself. The dog's name is Rocco, and he's the biggest English setter I have ever seen, with the sweetest temperament. He likes to ride in the sleigh and if there isn't room, he just runs alongside. We had unusually warm temperatures that day, just cool enough to keep the snow from getting slushy. It was grey and eerily beautiful in the fields and woods, and we had a great time. Phil gave us a tour of his big new indoor arena and his and Else's woodoworking shops, and we were introduced to some of his many Fjords. After we came back from sleighing Else served us all a warm dinner with the most wonderful dessert I have ever eaten, something called Swedish Cream. Because they are both professional woodcarvers, their house is filled with the most beautiful carved furniture and artwork. It was the most fun day I've had so far this winter, The only part that wasn't perfect was driving home in the fog, due to the warm temps and all the snow. Claudia and Vergel in now FRIGID Wisconsin, on Packer Playoff Day The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: hunting
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] thanks! -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] here is the link to the photographer who took the hunt club photos. there are fjords on the first page of this gallery and later on. also, if you go to the home page, and then click on more photos, there are other galleries from this club, if anyone wants to wander through them. http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/thumbpage.aspx?e=2824754 laurie ** 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 The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: fox hunt
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Laurie, both of our Fjords Bjorn Olav have been on a fox hunt run by Tanheath Hunt Club. We did stand out a bit, but were welcomed with open arms. We even attended the 'tea' after the hunt. It was awesome to run with the hounds, The fox was busy elsewhere but the coyote and deer were startled out of hiding. It was a special hunt day too, there was aminister to celebrate a ceremony for St Hubertus, the patron saint of the Hounds Horses, so all were blessed before the hunt! The hunt took place in Wrentham MAwhere we also do Hunter Pace races with the FjordsI'd love to see the pic! Best denise -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] i was looking for a photo for a friend of a horse jumping, and went to smugmug where i post all my photos. when i did i search, some pix of a fox hunt came from from april at the woodbrook hunt club (don't worry, it says they followed a drag scent, not actually chasing a fox). anyhow, my point is.there is a fjord in the crowd!! anybody here know who it is? in one photo it's shown slightly behind the hunt master's horse, who is a percheron, which of course makes the fjord look small. however, they are jumping right along with the rest of them. laurie, and oz, who jumps for food ** 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 The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
RE: New Website pages
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] what is the address??? -- Original message -- From: Kelly Hoem [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: Kelly Hoem [EMAIL PROTECTED] WOW what a great web site. Everyone should check it out. It is a pleasure to look at. Great Job Beth Sandy Kelly Susan Hoem [EMAIL PROTECTED] The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Fjords, Mules and Cantering....
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] we understand your frustration, but this can be done! even with the drafty-est Fjord! We have found that doing a lot of transition work is the key, as well as lunge work...we ride at a large lesson/boarding barn, altho we have our boys BHF Bjorn BHF Olaf at home here with us...(these guys love to canter in a free lunge too), we are the odd Fjord owners among TB's, Arabains, Andulusians, la de dah, But just getting them into one step of a canter, then praise-praise-praise, let them come down to a nice working trot, and then try it again, I think that the circle aids are the key, once they know that they are safe in consistant circling - bending- they build confidence. They have such a thick, strong neck, ...once they learn that they can still be balanced while bending, wow, it opens up a whole new world. And they will work from the rear then too. They seem to want to pull from the front, rather than have impulsion from the rear, altho that may be true of any young horse, ! they ne ed to learn this behavior, and a great coach doesn't hurt!!! We live in the Northeast, and do a lot of showing, we are always the only Fjords represented at the shows, one of the last 2-phase shows we were at, up near Boston, I overheard a middle aged rider with her coach, standing behind my son Paddy I as he was waiting to go in for the stadium jumping portion (already got a first in Training level, Bjorn does a sweet 20 meter canter circle!) and the coaches student said 'maybe I won't get that Quarter horse, I really like the looks of that Fjord'...and the coach said ' Oh, you don't want a Fjord, they are too stubborn' - and I turned around and said, ' Yep, maybe they are stubborn, but when you, as a rider, get something out of a Fjord, then you know that you are a really great rider' ...nuff saidgotta love this breed, they are awesome and bring out the best in us as riders!! best to you, Denise -- Original message -- From: lgp33 [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: lgp33 [EMAIL PROTECTED] As a new Fjord owner this is my first posting on this site. I have a comment and a question. I am a mule owner (I ride and pack my mules) and until I got my Fjord I would have argued the superiority of mules over any horse! For me, the Fjord is the first horse I've encountered that matches up to my mules' abilities, strength, sure-footedness and intelligence - sorry if this offends the Fjord purists!. So, I was interested to see the debate following the Horse Illustrated article. My question is, how DO I get my Fjord to canter? Bror is nine years old and will only trot at very high speed (he hadn't been ridden much before I got him). I've tried round-penning him and tried riding him into a canter but with very limited success - I'm working at it every day. Will he get it eventually? Any suggestions? Thanks, Linda Patorni _ Linda Patorni High Mesa Ranch 794 Ojo de la Vaca Santa Fe, NM 87508 The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Trying different bits
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, we have had wonderful luck with a full cheek copper roller, as well as the full cheek waterford. Both bits give Bjorn Olav lots of relaxation, and they have been rounding beautifully. They are salivating like crazy, and taking cues from the leg and seat , as they should be. Happy Thanksgiving! Denise -- Original message -- From: Sarah Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: Sarah Clarke Interesting. My mare Hviske goes much better in a mullen mouth than in any jointed snaffle. She tended to lean on the jointed snaffle. Maybe it was palate discomfort. It is not so easy to find mullen mouth snaffles, either, I just happened to have one in the tackroom and I have learned never ever get rid of a bit. Carol rivoire said My opinion is that it's the mullen mouth configuration that Brenning likes. He may also like the copper alloy material of the mouthpiece. -- What's clear now is that he was too sensitive to deal with any of the snaffle bits, even the KK ones and the Myler bits. -- What famous horseman said . . . . Let your horse be your teacher. ? I remember reading somewhere that Fjords generally have low palates. _ ___ Sponsored Link Online degrees - find the right program to advance your career. www.nextag.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: dragging feet
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] HI, we have found with both of our 7 yr old barefoot boys, Bjorn Olav, that riding over ground poles, and small (cross rails) jumps is the answer for lightening up that heavy action, plus: it's loads of fun in the saddle for the rider! Placing the ground poles fairly close together makes them really have to think about placement. Bjorn has just recieved a 64.09 in Training 1, and a 65.00 in Training 2 Dressage, His first time showing in Training level! he has really learned to pick his feet up and move out. Olav is getting ready for Dressage now. Pardon the 'BRAG' - but this practice work really helped us a lot! Denise -- Original message -- From: lhedelson [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: lhedelson Hi, My 7 year old drags his back feet at the trot. He is barefoot, and he will square off his toes after just a short drive down the road. Do others experience this? I'm thinking he's just lazy and doesn't pick up his feet, but I'm wondering if this is common. He moves out just fine, and seems to enjoy his drives. Any ideas? Laura
fjord sighting
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am a tack shop manager in MA, (and owner of 2 beautiful Fjords from Blue Heron Farm) just recieved my monthly edition of 'Tack'n Togs' ...a merchandising magazine full of retailing ideas - a great article on driving, and a photo of a beautiful FJORD Maybe someone out there knows this handsome horse? The article was wonderful and pointed out the fact that as horse owners 'mature' they may want to try their hand at drivingdon't know about you, but I wish I had started driving when I was a kid, but, better late than never Happy holidays from MA, only 8 inches of snow- and making those WIDE turns with the trailer to avoid messy snowbanks! Denise
Re: Evaluation of Synthetic English Saddles for Fjords
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi re: saddle fit, We have tried many saddles on our boys BHF Bjorn BHF Olav, we finally found a used Albion SL, med/wide 18in. dressage, that actually fits them both, - which was a true feat considering that Olav has a wide table back Bjorn a narrower back. Very friendly panels and a nice deep seat, this is a saddle that positions the rider farther back on the horses back, so that there is less interference w/the shoulder of the horse, and great communication through the seat. I was lucky enough to have tried my triainers Albion and loved the comfort, was just lucky to find a used model in wonderful condition. Anybody else found luck w/ the Albion? Denise -- Original message -- This message is from: Eileen Hi All, I wanted to share some info on the new Wintec WIDE and the Thorowgood Griffin saddles. If you're not interested in English saddles, please scroll or delete... I'm trying to find a saddle to fit my barely 14hh mare and my big frame (31 inseam and middle age baggage) for light trail riding and low level dressage. (I already have a trail saddle and a vintage Kieffer Wien dressage saddle). I've looked at both the new Wintec Wide saddle and the Thorowgood Griffin Broad back (cob) AP saddles. Here's what I've seen: Wintec: Surprised me that the seat was smooth. I have a 2000 AP model and it has a wonderful fake suede that you stick to like glue. Also, the billets only accomodate a short dressage girth. The Y girthing system does help keep the saddle in contact with the horse. On the plus side, the panels (what makes contact with the horse's back) are the broadest and most comfortable I've seen on any saddle. And the saddle does really, really fit a barrel shaped horse. My problem with it: the flaps are straight, like a dressage saddle. No way is this saddle an All Purpose. Thorowgood: Truthfully, I was really dissapointed with this saddle. The panels are not nearly as back friendly to the horse - narrow, hard, and not enough weight bearing surface. The seat was small - no way would I even fit comfortably on even an 18. The plus side is that the seat is covered with that ultrasuede, so you would get a good grip. Again, *straight flaps*! What's with that?! So, not really happy with either saddle. I actually bought the Wintec, so if anyone is interested, let me know. I think I'll contact the Duett saddle folks next. Isn't saddle fitting fun? Eileen in eastern WA
