Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: Deb Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am bordered by numerous old order Amish that are down here from Canada. My neighbors certainly do recognize them!! And know they are call Norwegian Fjords before I ever said! Their relatives back in the middle of Canada have some and like them very much! Old Order Amish ( those near here) will take the papers and not transfer horses, if the animal is sold it is up to the buyer to ask for the papers and do the transfers. And yes they young men do drive some flashy bays and blacks! And are given to a fair amount of drag racing at a neighboring colony! The elders are quite strict here, no foolishness allowed!! Debi Williams Williams Hill Fjords Waterford, Pa Home of Tolgar,Belle and Levi,Hilda,Senja,Beckett,Rosie and Daniel
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: Karen Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] It's funny that someone would consider a Fjord flashy -- especially compared to those Haflingers with the snappy knee action and all that white mane and tail flying about! LOL Karen http://www.aussiecarriages.freeservers.com . I talked to an Amish man in Wisconsin who believed that Fjords appeared to be nice using horses, but were probably much too flashy looking to be used by a good Amish family.
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi There is a small Amish community in southwestern Virginia. The member of the community that makes carts, etc. had a pair of fjords when he lived in Canada and loved them. He has told me so many wonderful stories of his experiences with his fjords. This last fall he and two other fellow Amish community members bought a weanling fjord colt. He is a happy man. Most of the members in this particular community seem to be really interested in the fjord breed. Mary Harvey
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Steve, I guess from the general consensus, I'm gathering that the reason Fjords aren't more prevalent within the Amish community is due to their expense. I can imagine that it's difficult enough as it is trying to keep up with a farm life and regular farm expenses (including the upkeep of draft animals). Having Fjords might be (at this point and time) a luxury for some of them. I know their devotion and use of the Haflinger seems to suit them for the work/pony stuff.just hope there won't be any future competition between that breed and the Fjord! Gretchen Karlson A HREF=http://hometown.aol.com/fjordlove/myhomepage/index.html;Karlson Equestrian Portraiture/A
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: Steve McIlree [EMAIL PROTECTED] Gretchen-- Friday, December 20, 2002, 3:40:13 PM, you wrote: ... She wanted to know if anyone knows or has heard of the Amish using/breeding/or becoming involved with Fjords. I talked to an Amish man in Wisconsin who believed that Fjords appeared to be nice using horses, but were probably much too flashy looking to be used by a good Amish family. Then a couple years ago I spoke with an Amish man in Libby at the log cabin factory there. He thought that a Fjord was just what he was looking for (I think he wanted something flashy) and was going to make a point to get to the next year's show. (He hadn't ever heard about the show) -- Steve McIlree -- Las Cruces, NM/Omaha, NE, USA The air of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears. --Arabian proverb
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 12/21/2002 7:18:03 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Fjord Horses are owned by a few Amish members. Just like anybody else, they buy Fjords when it fits their needs. I know of one Amish Fjord breeder. He lives in Pennsylvania and is on this list. ??? He's on the list? I thought computers and such were verboten for the Amish! Goes to show that not all we hear is true. :) Pamela A HREF=http://hometown.aol.com/northhorse/index.html;Northern Holiday Horses/A
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: Curtis Pierce [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fjord Horses are owned by a few Amish members. Just like anybody else, they buy Fjords when it fits their needs. I know of one Amish Fjord breeder. He lives in Pennsylvania and is on this list.
Re: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] When I was looking for driving equipment I talked to a young Amish man - when I told him I had a fjord he said he wished he could get one. I asked him why he did not have one - too expensive was his response. Linda in MN
RE: Amish and the Fjords
This message is from: Skeels, Mark A (MED) [EMAIL PROTECTED] In Wisconsin I have seen a lot of Standard Bred horses used by the Amish with their buggy's, don't know about their work horses for plowing etc. Mark Skeels -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, December 20, 2002 4:40 PM To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: Amish and the Fjords This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I was emailed a question from a Haflinger friend of mine who was curious to know about Fjords - and had one question in particular that I couldn't answer. She wanted to know if anyone knows or has heard of the Amish using/breeding/or becoming involved with Fjords. I know that their involvement with draft horses is very deep as is their breeding and participation of the Haflinger - but didn't know what to say. Gretchen Karlson A HREF=http://hometown.aol.com/fjordlove/myhomepage/index.html;Karlson Equestrian Portraiture/A
