RE: Thanks
This message is from: Gail Russell What is the Fjord horse list on facebook. Please. A link. Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone Original message From: Don Brown Date: 12/22/2015 2:05 PM (GMT-08:00) To: fjordhorse-dig...@angus.mystery.com Subject: Thanks I belong to a fjord horse list on facebook as well. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
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This message is from: Linda Schleef Thanks for hosting the list. I have learned so much from everyone. Before this ends, one question; I really enjoyed the posts and wisdom from "the Colonel's Daughter" I think from around Aberdeen Washington. Does anyone know what happened to her and her horses? Thanks again. Linda, Hugin, and Tor Sent from my iPhone Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
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This message is from: Don Brown Thank you for your time and effort to maintain the list. It has been a great resource, and so useful. I belong to a fjord horse list on facebook as well. Cheers to all, Yvonne Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Fjord for Sale and Thanks to Steve
This message is from: "Ursula Jensen" I must say the Fjord Digest had become my friend, as each AM after turning on the computer, I was greeted by the Fjord Digest. With my coffee beside me and the Fjord Digest to read, it was a great start on my day. I can honestly say that Steve and the Fjord Digest have become one of the communication Flagships for Fjord owners all over the world!! It was a place to learn, grow, and yes sometimes even sell a Fjord Horse to a good home. Technology has taken us forward to Face book etc. of which like Steve, I am not on board. I will miss you old friend, but have many, many, good memories to hold on to--Than You Steve, and the Digest. Now a little business about a weanling colt here to be sold in 2016. Trinity's Bjrio, a Brown Dun colt was foaled here last June. From day one, he had a presence about himself which he still carries today. He is a leggy Fjord with some height and a good shoulder angle. He has always had three part harmony from front to back. Unusual for young Fjords in growth spurts. His sire is Bastian Von Oderhoff, I imported from Germany, who now resides in Texas. His Dam is Penfryds Rayetta from Kongard who was sired by Myerstein in Holland. Very nice lineage on both sides of the coin. So if someone is looking for a young stallion prospect you can contact us at -ursu...@gmail.com or write to: Brian Jensen---1903---Trinity Valley Road---Lumby-- B.C. VOE-2G4---Canada Bjrio is presently ground trained age appropriate for halter and footwork. If I put my finger on each leg he promptly picks up that foot for brushing and inspection. A bright boy with nice manners. He is presently in process of being Registered with the NFHR as a colt. Brian Jensen Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
THANKS!
This message is from: "Dave and Patti Walter" Thanks for ordering the coloring books guys!! PLEASE write a review, we are hoping to create more of them, and would love feedback. Patti Jo Walter Francis Creek Fjords Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
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This message is from: Yes, Willow's Edge farm was the one I ws looking for, thank you very much for responding, Yvonne Olson 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: Thanks for your input to my book
This message is from: "Mary Ofjord" Alice - I LOVED the book, my only complaint is that it was too short! Yes, lots of wonderful information for first time horse owners. Now, the only thing is how to get your book into their hands! Have you contacted any of the horse publications here in the US, such as Horse & Rider, Equus, Horse Illustrated, etc.? It would be great if they were willing to do a small blurb on the book. Thanks again for a wonderful read! Mary Ofjord North Coast Services, LLC 218-387-1879 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Thanks for your input to my book
This message is from: Alice MacGillivray I know I've thanked some of you, but I wanted to post a thank you to the community as a whole, and mention some of the folks on the acknowledgements page of Riding Horseback in Purple: Re-awakening the Dream of Owning a Horse." Ellen Barry, Wendy Bauwens, Robin Churchill, Phil Odden, Yvonne Olson, June Mendoza Wheeler, Mel Raven, Corinne Logan and Pat Wolfe are just a few of the "Fjord people" mentioned in the book, and MANY others had input. Thank you so much! The way the book unfolded, it seems to be valuable for three groups of people. It is written for women who are considering their first horse (or first horse in a long time) in the hope that they will find the right horse at the right time for a healthy, long-term relationship. The other two groups benefitting are groups that are recommending the book to their clients. Sadly, many of the rescue organization managers I spoke with said rescues are too often temporary. Even when they work hard to match women and horses, the women aren't always as prepared as they hoped, and the human-horse relationships don't last. Similarly, some breeders, trainers and coaches want their clients to have a solid foundation and become lifelong learners. It has been interesting to hear from experienced friends who have read the book. Of course a lot of the content was extremely basic for them. But that reminded them how much they have learned over the decades. It really is difficult, some of them have said, to put themselves in the shoes of beginners. Fortunately, I haven't found it difficult to do that! The book should be available now everywhere from Amazon to the local bookstore (though you'll probably need to ask in smaller outlets). I am also trying to keep this site current with updates: http://ridinghorsebackinpurple.com/ Have fun with your Fjords. Here in western Canada (not far from Seattle) I am looking forward to the end of the mud season! Alice MacGillivray Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Sleighing/Thanks
This message is from: sandra Hello from frigid VA- Thank you to the folks who replied to my request for info on sleighing on this list & privately. It looks like Steve & I put the cart before the horse...or rather put the sleigh before the horse. Steve surprised me with this sleigh 3 years ago & it was a complete surprise since he's not "into" horses. Between the lack of good sleighing weather & my lack of knowledge concerning sleighing & Loki's lack of preparation (training) for pulling a sleigh, I've given up any hope of sleighing with Loki. Plus it's taking up valuable space in the garage. Steve had even bought a gadget to go under the sleigh so we could easily move it...I don't know the name of the gadget but I think it's actually made for motorcycles (?). Anyone up north need a black piano box antique sleigh? Please contact me if you do. And Kim in Md., your boys are on my mind. I pray that they both recover fully and come home soon! Please keep us updated. Sandra in VA where it was 11 degrees this morning 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: Facebook...Fjords for sale?! Thanks, Amy!
This message is from: Kay Van Natta I found it! Kay V. Sent from my iPad > On Jan 15, 2014, at 6:14 PM, Amy Evers wrote: > > This message is from: Amy Evers > > > No Kay, it's a Facebook "group" called Fjord Horses For Sale... :) > > > Amy Evers > Cottage Grove OR 97424 > > > > > > This message is from: Kay Van Natta > > > Is it the equine.com for Fjords only site or the equine.com > lots-of-breeds-including-Fjords site? Or another site altogether? I > bookmarked > both just in case. > > Important FjordHorse List Links: > Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e > FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw > FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l 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: Rose Parade...hi Teresa! Thanks!
This message is from: Kay Van Natta Thanks for the info! I'll be watching for PB Indi and teammate and their beautiful turnout! Kay and the boys Sent from my iPad > On Dec 16, 2013, at 5:24 PM, "Teressa" wrote: > > This message is from: "Teressa" > > > Indi (Proud Bottom's Indiana) will be driven in a pair put to a vis a vis > with dark red velvet upholstery (and filled with the bunad wearing Finnoe > family and friend Susie Sabatini.) > > Teressa > > -Original Message- > From: owner-fjordho...@angus.mystery.com > [mailto:owner-fjordho...@angus.mystery.com] On Behalf Of Kay Van Natta > Sent: Monday, December 16, 2013 1:21 PM > To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com > Subject: Re: Rose Parade...hi Teresa! > > This message is from: Kay Van Natta > > > Like everybody I'm really excited about tuning in to Equitana and the > Rose Parade to see you guys do us proud! Thanks for posting their names and > it WOULD be interesting to know how they all weave into our various Fjordish > families! I know they're all the best of the best but who couldn't love a > pony named Proud Bottom?! I realize I'll never know which one he/she is but > I'm going to be a far-away fan anyhow. > > Kay at Yellow Pony Farm (having dusted off my favorite chair and located the > popcorn) And Braveheart and Bogie (who have lined up a fine selection of > carrots and apples for the > event) > > P.S. Maybe Proud Bottom could aim an encouraging snort toward Michigan > State...we get to go to this thing too! > > > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Dec 11, 2013, at 4:41 PM, "Teressa" wrote: >> >> This message is from: "Teressa" >> >> >> Here is a list of the registered names of the horses that will be in >> the parade. It just occurred to me that potentially these horses are >> related to all fjords in North America and to most of the bloodlines >> in Norway and Europe! >> >> That would be cool to see the "six degrees of separation" analysis. >> >> >> >> >> Luna Vom Oderhaff >> >> >> OH Adrianna >> >> >> Starfire Biela >> >> >> Millennium >> >> >> Lia Vom Oderhaff >> >> >> OH Yenna >> >> >> LTW Van Gogh >> >> >> Hanne >> >> >> Sweetwater's Zorah Belle >> >> >> Teddy Bear Fjords Deilig >> >> >> Proud Bottom Indiana >> >> >> Bergen Saundra >> >> >> Sundag >> >> Important FjordHorse List Links: >> Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: >> http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l > > Important FjordHorse List Links: > Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: > http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l > > Important FjordHorse List Links: > Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e > FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw > FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Thanks regarding trucks and review of cool medics saddle pad
This message is from: Robin Churchill Thanks to all for your truck opinions. We are going back to the Ford dealer tomorrow so maybe we will make a deal. I don't know if anyone has used any of the Cool Medics products. I know people who have used the vests and the reviews online are good. I decided to try one of the saddle pads because it is so hot here. My advice is don't bother. I didn't think it felt cool hardly at all. It is just like putting a wet saddle pad on your horse. I sent a complaint e-mail to the company but I kind of doubt that they will do anything but thought I would save someone else some money if anyone was thinking about one. Robin in Florida where it is wet, wet, wet Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
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This message is from: laurie with i would like to thank everyone who sent responded to me after having oz put down. i truly appreciate the sentiments and comments. he was quite the special horse and touched many lives. while i miss him terribly, i admit i feel as if a heavy weight has been lifted. the last two years were spent worrying and wondering about his lameness, which weighed heavily on me. i know now that he is pain free, and has sent me assurances several times to let me know it was ok. skylar, though quick and out of shape, is coming along. she gives me a fjord to concentrate on, and makes it easier to think of the happy times with oz. she is easy to get along with, i enjoy her small size, and i swear at times she is channeling oz with the things she does. she is a blessing in my life, and i am lucky to have two of these special ponies to share my life with. i don't think i really owned oz. he shared his life with everyone he met, i was just the fortunate one who got to spend the most time with him. i never met anyone who didn't like him. he is missed. laurie with & skylar, the energizer bunny and oz, watching to make sure she does it right laurie with livingi...@q.com Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Thanks all!
This message is from: Kay Van Natta Thanks for the messages! I was really afraid that I'd be eavesdropping on the Australian show season exclusively...not that it isn't busy and interesting (which it definitely is) but Braveheart and I probably aren't ever going to get the chance to go to any of those events. Maybe a nice lottery win would enable me to visit some of them but the co$t of that adventure makes the lottery an important factor in my planning. But Cedar Rapids? THAT I can save up for! Kay V. And Braveheart, who thinks Australia sounds really cool And Bogie, who thinks the end of the driveway is quite far enough, thank you very much Sent from my iPad On Mar 3, 2013, at 7:43 PM, Amy Evers wrote: > This message is from: Amy Evers > > > The list has just been very quiet Kay. I get you loud and clear... Don't think > you've "lost" us! > > > Amy Evers > Dun Lookin' Fjords > Cottage Grove OR 97424 > > Important FjordHorse List Links: > Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e > FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw > FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Thanks Sue!
This message is from: barefootfj...@yahoo.com Hi Sue, Seems Stella has us out of lurkdom together! So happy to hear all is well. I stand corrected, I thought there was a "b" baby in there. 12 is still impressive. I'll work on getting Eirna registered as well. Wishing I did not sell her...,, Again , Thank You! Come visit, and take a drive with Stella :) Sam Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Thanks for help filly integration
This message is from: Tonja Acker-Richards Thanks for the help with filly integration question. We bought my geldings Nick and Ikes mother Raspotniks Caspian and low and behold she came with a nursing filly who we will name Chamois ...for obvious reasons if you've ever felt a baby fjord or a shammy cloth. We've cycled all the boys, and the fillys half sister Tekla in one at a time with no events. Keeping them seperate herds for evenings until fall. Our hills are taking off some of the baby fat ... On the momma... too! In the discussion about thunder, stalls runouts etc I want to add hill time, roots stumps and all make for fit steady footed animals. I think there are risks to all livestock keeping methods. Even kid keeping! Tonja Acker-Richards Pond House Farm Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: oz and thanks
This message is from: crystal...@aol.com thanks to all of you for the information and input. for what it's worth, i am on the cushings list and was just too overwhelmed by the information, by the way, he did have insulin tested also. i have ordered pergolide from the vet, but i am also going to look into the evitex. perhaps i can start that first and see how it goes before i do the meds. my farrier was here today, and there is no sign of foot problems. he's been doing his feet for several years, and though he has soft soles, he has never had any other problems. i keep front shoes on him, because that's where he needs them. he is a bit stiff in the behind, and a chiropractor was suggested. his symptoms, along with feeling sluggish, included the cresty neck, some fat on the top of his butt and on the sheath area. he still has the indents over his eyes. even since he's been on the thyroid only i think i am seeing less in front of his hip. nothing in the way of wavy hair, and he's pretty much shedding out the way he always does. he was pretty up after being inside all night. he wanted his pasture, but he got ridden first, much to his dismay. i ride him just about every day, now that i am retired, even if all we did was walk when he was first feeling so bad. my vet, who has been in the business for some time, and has worked with other fjords, says our pasture, which is dang near nude, will be fine for him. he has seen the horse, has seen the pasture, so i choose to trust him. thanks again laurie so, i will keep the list updated Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Special thanks
This message is from: "Dave McWethy" <4nh...@gmail.com> I'm a bit late on this, but I want to send special thanks to many folks who gave me help on my trip with horses to AZ this winter: Gayle Ware Roger Cleverly Jennifer Wells and her husband Roland Walt and Kathy Ashford All the John Wayne Trail folks at the horse RV place in Apache Junction Nina Masek Karen Anderson Nancy Leverenz B J Solomon Barbara Brinig Diane Kastama These folks and more brought help and enthusiasm that made the whole experience a best winter high. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Thanks
This message is from: Robin Churchill Thanks to everyone about the laminasaver advice. I ordered it so will give a try and see what happens. I have been soaking the hay and trying to switch over to warm season grass hay which is not as palatable but so far, so good. He seemed a little better yesterday. Unfortunately one of our dogs got real sick on Sunday and died yesterday in spite of our best efforts. She was the light of our lives and we are beyond devastated. Robin in SW florida Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: thanks for welcome
This message is from: Melinda Schumacher Thank you for sharing this wonderful story! Melinda Pittsburgh 48F, cool, sunny and colorful Fall! On Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 4:48 AM, Julie ~ Funny French Cars < i...@funnyfrenchcars.co.nz> wrote: > This message is from: Julie ~ Funny French Cars < > i...@funnyfrenchcars.co.nz> > > Hi julie from NZ here, thanks for the welcome , i have been reading the > digest for a while now and have enjoyed it lots, plus learnt heaps, I have 2 > fjords, both geldings, a 14yo whom i brought into NZ from australia and a > 3yo who was bred in NZ , I wanted to write and share with u all my guys > adventure last weekend, I was out and my husband was home in his shed , I > had left the fjords out to mow the lawn, Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: thanks for welcome
This message is from: Jane Brackett OMG S very funny!!! You gave us a great laugh here in Maine. I can just picture our two Fjords and their side kicks (paint and Appy) doing something similar. Still laughing! Thank you so much for sharing! Jane, in Maine, long way from NZ, where I've ALWAYS wanted to go. ) and found the place was totally trashed, stuff everywhere, like a massive earthquake, he put 2 and 2 together and got 2 fjords getting into the house 2hrs ago, I had baked a banana cake and fresh bread and they had been in plastic bags, well they had rubbed it all onto the carpet trying to get it out of the bags big stains on the Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
thanks for welcome
This message is from: Julie ~ Funny French Cars Hi julie from NZ here, thanks for the welcome , i have been reading the digest for a while now and have enjoyed it lots, plus learnt heaps, I have 2 fjords, both geldings, a 14yo whom i brought into NZ from australia and a 3yo who was bred in NZ , I wanted to write and share with u all my guys adventure last weekend, I was out and my husband was home in his shed , I had left the fjords out to mow the lawn, deane heard the house door slam close around lunchtime and thought nothing of it, a couple of hours later he went back into the house to get his ph ( which was charging) and found the place was totally trashed, stuff everywhere, like a massive earthquake, he put 2 and 2 together and got 2 fjords getting into the house 2hrs ago, I had baked a banana cake and fresh bread and they had been in plastic bags, well they had rubbed it all onto the carpet trying to get it out of the bags big stains on the carpet( wont describe what the bags looked like found one in the sink, yuck,) the fruit bowl, had oranges apples bananas, kiwi fruit, lemons, only 1 lemon survived as it rolled under the furniture, I had dishes on the drying rack they were all on the floor, I had butter out defrosting, it was gone, but had been smeared all over one of the kitchen cupboards first, and these guys are in full molt, i suspect u get the picture hair everywhere, all the fridge magnets on the floor, cell ph chomped but still goes, dvd covers bitten but dvds ok, cover ripped off printer but printer and laptop ok, coffee table tipped over and the only real casualty as its glass top was broken, deane began cleaning up, no sign of the horses, then he heard some banging noises thought oh noand opened the bedroom door to my sons room, which they had shut behind them, and standing over top of tristins new drum set was benji, the young fjord, very happy and not worried or freaked when the door opened, trying out the drums., deane called him and he happily followed him outside, then he came back in to discover thor coming out of the laundry, then wandering into our bedroom, quite at home, apparently he was handreared and quite used to being inside when a foal, deane txted me and said he was running late as he was cleaning up the house after the horses had been thru it, I couldnt stop laughing asked him what on earth was he doing inviting the horses inside. I had had to chase thor away a day earlier when he kept opening the front door, then the next day when i let them out to graze they bet me back to the house and had the door open , so now i,ll have to mow the lawn myself. sorry to go on so long but it was so funny, and our house is quite small and they could of got seriously hurt as we have lots of glass doors, but being fjords they took it in their stride, arent they wonderful and intelligent. look forward to hearing more stories and info cheers julie Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
RE: hang on- thanks DeeAnna
This message is from: laura fisher Dear DeeAnna, Thank you for helping me the other day with saddle wither padding problems. I think I am on the way to solving it. About the conversation on rolling horses and unwanted baths: I also had the unfortunate experience of being almost rolled on. I dragged my leg out from under him in time with my riding friends screaming-"get out of there! get out! he's going to roll over you!" amongst other things. Unfortunately I do not live close to any trainers. Trail riding is very different than ring riding, I think anyway... I wish I had support of this forum when I was working with my Morgan now that I am faced with trails later in life. ( I trail rode all the time in my thirties-different horse) I might have been able to overcome my fears as we could work it out together. I guess, like marriages, sometimes too many tears and feelings of failure ( and fear) can kill a relationship. I recognize that if I had had help in the beginning with this horse I could have overcome it. But now I just can't and don't want to. (with my Morgan) It is people like you ( and the forum) that can mean so much. ( I have experienced the water trick, also. ) Thanks, and have a good day/night! Laura > Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 11:34:47 -0500 > From: coy...@acrec.com > To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com > Subject: Re: hang on > > This message is from: "coy...@acrec.com" > > On the same note, if you are riding through water and your horse starts > to splash with a front hoof, encourage the horse IMMEDIATELY to move on. > > Your horse is getting ready to lay down and get you, your expensive > saddle, and said horse very, very wet -- at the very least. If your foot > or leg gets trapped and you go under water, the consequences could be > even more disastrous. > > If you've never encountered this before, it can be tempting to just sit > there and think, "Awww, that's cute" as the water droplets go flying in > the sunlight. DON'T! If your horse starts to get "weak in the knees" to > lie down, it may be too late to prevent a dunking. > > --DeeAnna > > > For the rolling in sand while you are on board ? Use a crop. Spurs. > > A bat. Its a bad habit, but a habit only > > Important FjordHorse List Links: > Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e > FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw > Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f > > _ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsofts powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ 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. A Note Of Thanks
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Re: A Note of Thanks
This message is from: "Cherie Mascis" There is no rational way to explain the need to acquire more >Fjords. Michael came up with a good term for it. He refers to it as "Fjhoarding". Robin I love that!! Cherie with only one Fjord but wanting a gray or a Fjord mule (I know, sacrilege) Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: A Note of Thanks
This message is from: "Robin" Thanks for the congrats, Kate, and what you said is so true. There is no rational way to explain the need to acquire more Fjords. Michael came up with a good term for it. He refers to it as "Fjhoarding". Robin Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re. A Note Of Thanks
This message is from: PHILLIP Odden This message is from Phillip Odden. Thank You Robin for the kind words. When you get a Fjord Horse you also get to be involved in a large, far reaching and diverse community of wonderful people that these great horses attract. Most people agree that it is important to fit the right horse with the right people. It is important that young horses get a good start. Another aspect of horsemanship is that there is so much to learn. That is what makes it so interesting. Beth, Brian, Pat, Wayne, Jim, and Karen are some of the people who have helped me a lot. So its kind of a big circle. I hope you decide to come to our place to do some driving in the near future. Our lives are about Folk Art. To us the Fjord Horse ( is ) folk art and riding and driving them is performance art. I am sure Fenris and Gunnar are very fortunate ponies to be included in your lives and welcome to the Fjord community. Phil Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: A Note of Thanks
This message is from: katesei...@aol.com Congratulations on your Fjords, and it's so nice to hear how enamored you are of your boys! I am president of the Secret Stalking Society for Phil, so I'm not surprised to find that he did a wonderful job on your Fjords. And there's just no way to explain this tendency to acquire more of them Kate with Joe, Della, and Hanna. In a message dated 7/14/2009 4:21:55 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, t...@pa.net writes: we first began our search last fall and again recently when we were (believe it or not) contemplating purchasing a third Fjord. **Can love help you live longer? Find out now. (http://personals.aol.com/articles/2009/02/18/longer-lives-through-relationships/?ncid=emlweu slove0001) Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
A Note of Thanks
This message is from: "Robin" Hi Everyone, I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself and my husband, Michael, and also to thank and acknowledge some of the wonderful people that we have come to know in the Fjord community . Although I read the Fjord digest almost daily this is the first time I am submitting a post. We recently purchased two wonderful Fjord geldings from Phillip Odden of Odden's Norwegian Fjord Horses. Odden's Fenris and Odden's Gunnar are full brothers and are exceptional horses. Both are very calm, willing, interactive, intelligent and well mannered. We are thrilled to have them here and wanted to express our thanks and appreciation to Phil for not only the wonderful Fjords but also for all his time and the attention he gave to us. We were unable to see either of these horses in person prior to purchasing them but between Phil's accurate descriptions of the horses along with Else's wonderful photos we felt very comfortable in our decision to purchase them. I also want to thank Phil for his excellent ongoing communications and updates on how their training was progressing. My husband and I have had horses for many years but we have only recently discovered the Fjord. About 8 years ago Michael had a bad fall off a horse that had bolted. After that incident he did not ride again and was very untrusting of horses. Last spring he came across an article in Trail Rider magazine about rare breeds. He showed me the article and pointed to the Norwegian Fjord and stated that was the horse he would be willing to ride. So began our search for our Fjord. One of the first people I spoke with was Marcia Pace of Fjordbergen Farm who was selling a beautiful 7 year old gelding, Torlend. Unfortunately, at that time fuel prices were at their highest and the cost of transporting him from Washington to Pennsylvania was astronomical. After she sold Torlend to another party Marcia kept in touch and spent quite a bit of time trying to locate another Fjord for us. I was so impressed that this person that I hardly knew would be that generous with her time assisting us in our search. Marcia suggested we contact Phil whom she said was extremely knowledgeable about the breed and had an excellent reputation. As per Marcia's suggestion I called Phil. He had just returned from an elk hunting trip to Colorado with some of his Fjords. It was fascinating to hear about the trip and how well his Fjords responded in some very interesting situations. Cool, calm and collected as you would expect them to be. After describing to Phil the characteristics we were looking for he suggested Fenris. He said that he was very calm, analytical and interactive with people. We said we were interested and mentioned that we would be using him primarily as a trail horse. Phil had worked with Fenris before and said he would continue his training concentrating on trail riding. He wanted to make sure that Fenris was not only calm on the trail but would willingly go through water, brush, etc. Phil has a wonderful philosophy about training. He is very patient and he respects his horses and they in turn trust and respect him. The effectiveness of his training methods is very apparent in how well mannered and responsive both Fenris and Gunnar are. Fenris arrived last December and my husband and I both fell in love with him as soon as he walked off the trailer. He was everything that Phil said he was. I guess it was at that moment in time that two new potato chip craving Fjord lovers came to be. Shortly thereafter we began looking into purchasing Fenris's younger brother, Gunnar. Phil began working with Gunnar and soon told us that he felt Gunnar was as good as Fenris and maybe even more willing and quick to learn. I could not imagine that this was possible as Fenris was perfection in my eyes. Phil continued to train Gunnar and began driving him with his large Fjord Herger. He commented that they made a good team and Gunnar was doing exceptionally well driving. Gunnar arrived here about 3 weeks ago. I have to agree with Phil. As wonderful as Fenris is Gunnar is one of the kindest, most willing and agreeable horses I have ever known. In the time he has been here I have never seen him spook at anything which I guess is appropriate since the name Gunnar means "bold warrior". We have had him on the trail and on the road and nothing fazes him. Within the first week he was here two motorcycles passed us as I walking him along the road and he was totally indifferent to them. He is truly amazing. Coincidentally, Marcia emailed me a few weeks ago a couple of days prior to Gunnar's arrival to let me know that she was selling her 4 year old gelding, Soren, who in fact was born on her farm. I had not been in touch with Marcia for a while so although she knew we had purchased Fenris she was unaware that the brothers were about to be reunited. The timing of her email was pretty un
RE: Thanks for sharing re mares and grown offspring
This message is from: Your are welcome. Our stallions lived together... yes they have their moments... but with the proper room to run and get away... they finally decided who was the top "dog" and who was not. One year I was able to place 2 stallions, 5 geldings and 6 mares and some odd foals all in one field... I really think they enjoyed it... they all knew their roll and "no one" stepped over the line... Guess who ruled the pasture? ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... The foals! ... They had Mom's and Dad's running around after them all the time... remind you of anything? Catherine Lassesen fjo...@hughes.net 1-541-825-3027 Southern Oregon www.Hestehaven.com www.NorwegianBuhund.us Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Thanks for sharing re mares and grown offspring
This message is from: Lori Lemley What a wonderful resource! I asked because I am working with a trainer who, about 10 yrs ago, was thrown, attacked and nearly killed by a mare (not Fjord) who's filly had called to her from another part of the farm. So the trainer understandably has reservations about mother/daughter pairs (which I have). The trainer has not encouraged me to replace one of my pair, but she has said it could always be an issue; just be aware of it. But her experience with Fjords is limited, so I wanted to hear what the list had to say. Got a lot of private responses in addition to the ones here. Thanks again, Lori Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Thanks to my Secret Santa, Beth Beymer!
This message is from: Diana Calder The handpainted blown glass ornament arrived today. It's gorgeous! Thank you so much! I especially appreciate it because I have a real "thing" for glass - I do stained glass and hot glass work (fusing) myself. Diana Calder -- Best regards, Diana mailto:dcal...@gmail.com Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
hoof hardener & thanks
This message is from: sandra church <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> My farrier recently recommended a product new to me...Crossapol. Our thoroughbred has always had difficult feet and moisture is his worst enemy. At age 27 (and retired) I still have to keep shoes on the front or he's quite lame without them. But keeping shoes on him has always been a challenge until I started using Crossapol & I've tried every product out there for the past 16 years. Go to www.deltahoofcare.com for the details. It's not cheap...I'm paying $30 per bottle. Also, thanks to everyone who responded to my donkey questions. You've helped me alot and hopefully I can "adopt" the right critters to help our coyote problem. Enjoy the changing season! Sandra & Loki _ Store, manage and share up to 5GB with Windows Live SkyDrive. http://skydrive.live.com/welcome.aspx?provision=1?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_skydrive_ 102008 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
THANKS
This message is from: "Jacquelyn Leuener" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I appreciate all your input for bits for my next step with my 3 yr old. I was happy for all your suggestions and the feedback on the Sprenger snaffle from Caroline as that was the first one I was to try! Go figure. Appears I will have to experiment to see what works best for him. Too bad there isn't a consignment bit department at the local tack shop! Cheers and thanks again, Jacquelyn in No. Nevada **Where yesterday at a local Trail Trial, Alena was mistaken for an Icelandic by about 90%. Amazing how many equestrians don't know of the Fjord breed and one lady who did know asked, "Is that one of those Fords?" I said, actually she is a Chevy. It was funny and my 4 year old placed 7th out of 26 for my division:) Super schooling opportunity. Thanks KMac for giving me the trail trial bug. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f
Re: Alf is back! Thanks to all who e mailed me!
This message is from: "jen frame" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Congrats Susan! So, what does it mean? Was he actually collicing all this time? Was he in a ketonic state (creates the fruity/acetone smell in people who are ketonic), if so, does he have blood sugar issues? ? I am so happy to hear he is back! Jen On 5/18/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > Dear Fjord horse list, > Many thanks to all of you who sent me advice re: Alf. > By Last thurs. there was only slight improvement in his attitude; vitals > were stable; so had the vet come out and look at him; and decided to sedate > and tube him. Tolerated everything well; no impaction on rectal still she > commented on "how weird and acetone/fruity smelling his manure was. Spent the > night in with Val again; and then both were turned out in the AM with their > grazing muzzles on for 4 hours to get them re acclimated? to them again. Same > thing Sat & Sun. By 5 pm this evening; my beloved "buck n toot boy" was once > again charging around the pasture in usual fashion; showing Diva, Jake; and > Valdemar who the prince is! > Will continue to check vitals;attitude; gut sounds feet ; etc; but I think > we have turned in the right direction. Lymes is pending; will repeat the > chemisties and CBC this week. Manure appeared normal today and yesterday. > Thanks again for being a great source of advice for the novice owner. > Susan > > The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: > http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Alf is back! Thanks to all who e mailed me!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear Fjord horse list, Many thanks to all of you who sent me advice re: Alf. By Last thurs. there was only slight improvement in his attitude; vitals were stable; so had the vet come out and look at him; and decided to sedate and tube him. Tolerated everything well; no impaction on rectal still she commented on "how weird and acetone/fruity smelling his manure was. Spent the night in with Val again; and then both were turned out in the AM with their grazing muzzles on for 4 hours to get them re acclimated? to them again. Same thing Sat & Sun. By 5 pm this evening; my beloved "buck n toot boy" was once again charging around the pasture in usual fashion; showing Diva, Jake; and Valdemar who the prince is! Will continue to check vitals;attitude; gut sounds feet ; etc; but I think we have turned in the right direction. Lymes is pending; will repeat the chemisties and CBC this week. Manure appeared normal today and yesterday. Thanks again for being a great source of advice for the novice owner. Susan The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Thanks to all & Alf update.
This message is from: "jen frame" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Great news Susan that he is showing no evidence of laminitis! That must be a relief, even though you still don't know what it is. Horses respond well to homeopathics. If his gut sounds were very rumbley, you may want to try Nux Vomica in the dosage of 30c. Put 5 pills between his gum and cheek every 20 minutes or so until you see signs of change. Stop when you see change for the better. I had a horse that had gas collic and a combo of Nux Vomica and my husband doing belly massage got her out of it quickly. Feel around on his abdomen and ventral midline for muscle tension. Massage gently and note what he likes and dislikes. You want to get the energry moving. Is he distended anywhere? Has your vet tried giving him an intravenous Banamine injection? Sometimes that works wonders for relaxing the gut enough for the gas to pass easier. Jen On 5/14/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > Dear List; > ?Thanks to all who replied to my post. Here's todays "Alfie update" > 6am Up; greeted me laid down to eat a little hay; then back up within 15 > mins for mutual grooming with Val then grazing with his herd mates. Temp 100. > lungs clear heart rate 48 and regular. Gut sounds not as LOUD and gurgly as > previous 2 days doesn't seem to have?any tenderness anywhere. > 7am farrier confirmed no evidence of founder/laminitis ; just an additional > check on me and the 2 vets one male and general equine?practice &? one female > and equine internal medicine specialist. > 8am napping; snoring with one other herd mate also sleeping and 2 standing > watch. > 9am up to greet me and get their fly masks on. No evidence of gait > abnormalities or tenderness anywhere. > 1230pm Registering a formal complaint with the ASPCA because his mom is > frequently checking his eyes and gums for signs of > jaundice/paleness/dryness/excessive redness; AND she keeps checking the back > end for temp and any sign of loose manure. To top it off; mom has me stand > still so she can listen to heart;lungs;gut with the stethescope then she's > feeling up my legs and feet as if she's never felt them before! > 1pm pasture divided into 2 with electrobraid; now 4 horses on 5 acres. Vets > don't?think the little bit of grass thats out there is any part of the > problem; but we will of course keep watch.They are getting the same local > grass hay they've had all winter; but only 2 flakes/horse/day; 10lbs each. > They have their grazing muzzles at the ready for when the grass starts to > come in. > The farm where they are boarded is pasture with run in sheds; a private > farm; not a commercial stable. They've been there almost 2 years now without > a bit of a problem. > Please keep all thoughts;advice;ideas etc. coming! > He seems a bit better; but since I am a retired human ICU nurse; I tend to > be over vigilant with the horses; since I've seen so many humans go downhill > quickly and I'm only a horse owner for 3 years. > Thanks again, Susan > > The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: > http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks to all & Alf update.
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear List; ?Thanks to all who replied to my post. Here's todays "Alfie update" 6am Up; greeted me laid down to eat a little hay; then back up within 15 mins for mutual grooming with Val then grazing with his herd mates. Temp 100. lungs clear heart rate 48 and regular. Gut sounds not as LOUD and gurgly as previous 2 days doesn't seem to have?any tenderness anywhere. 7am farrier confirmed no evidence of founder/laminitis ; just an additional check on me and the 2 vets one male and general equine?practice &? one female and equine internal medicine specialist. 8am napping; snoring with one other herd mate also sleeping and 2 standing watch. 9am up to greet me and get their fly masks on. No evidence of gait abnormalities or tenderness anywhere. 1230pm Registering a formal complaint with the ASPCA because his mom is frequently checking his eyes and gums for signs of jaundice/paleness/dryness/excessive redness; AND she keeps checking the back end for temp and any sign of loose manure. To top it off; mom has me stand still so she can listen to heart;lungs;gut with the stethescope then she's feeling up my legs and feet as if she's never felt them before! 1pm pasture divided into 2 with electrobraid; now 4 horses on 5 acres. Vets don't?think the little bit of grass thats out there is any part of the problem; but we will of course keep watch.They are getting the same local grass hay they've had all winter; but only 2 flakes/horse/day; 10lbs each. They have their grazing muzzles at the ready for when the grass starts to come in. The farm where they are boarded is pasture with run in sheds; a private farm; not a commercial stable. They've been there almost 2 years now without a bit of a problem. Please keep all thoughts;advice;ideas etc. coming! He seems a bit better; but since I am a retired human ICU nurse; I tend to be over vigilant with the horses; since I've seen so many humans go downhill quickly and I'm only a horse owner for 3 years. Thanks again, Susan The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks
This message is from: "Ron & Sherrie Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thanks to all of you that responded regarding my question about what to do with old show ribbons. Some of the web-sites are amazing. I got some great ideas, Thanks again, Sherrie The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
thanks Santa !! Lisa P
This message is from: "Cheryl" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Well as everyone probably knows...Lisa Pedersen was my SS.Her poems are the best ! She wrote about my fish and I KNEW she was the only one that had seen them.Sometimes the obvious is just...soobvious! I thought she might have mentioned them to someone else... Anyway,I was on the road home from S. Cal to Colorado and we stopped on Christmas eve eve to grab a few winks and enjoy Lisas company for a bit. It was nice seeing Lisa and Cody. Jeff was in Cali already but Steve had stopped by for a few hours at the fire station to spend time with Jeff and see his new truck before we headed out.My presents were tucked under Lisas tree waiting for me.It was so great to spend time with you Lisa (as always). Thank you for the beautiful new halters , the great calendar, the yummy dinner and the friendship!!! DISCLAIMER : No fish were actually killed,maimed,frozen or harmed in any way during this gift exchange ! Thanks again and Happy New Year to everyone Cheryl Gioia The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Lisa, thanks for up-dates..had been wondering about Jeff and Duffy
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi List, Just a note of thanks to Lisa for all the info..much more thorough than the news channel. I am glad that you are hearing so many updates from Jeff..I pray he will remain safe and that the burn is very minor. I hope he can go home soon. Thank goodness he is there to help those in need. I have been afraid to call Cathy Cowen in La Center, CA near San Diego and ask about her and her family and her horses. Last big fire she had them evacuated early. If anyone on the list has been in contact with Cathy please let me know. I would like to hear that they are safe and away from the mess. She called me last big fire and since I haven't heard from her I have a feeling they too have been evacuated again. I pray they are safe and haven't lost their home. I will try to contact her in the morning at her work. These are times when distance is difficult. Thanks to all those in that surrounding area that have offered barn space for the evacuated horses and a place to stay for those away from their homes. Looking forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming fjord meeting for the PNFPG. Kathy Rollins ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Big Thanks and Brag Alert
This message is from: Tiffany Amschl <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I just wanted to send out a big THANK YOU to Patti Jo Walter! She has had our gelding, Geir, in training for 3 months and now that we've finally got him home, he's as wonderful as we hoped he would be. We bought him from Patti in Dec., waited an interminable period of time for her to have room for him to come back for training, then sweated it out and sympathized with Patti as she went through her own personal tragedy and then an injury this summer. Seemed the planets were aligned against poor Geir getting hitched to a cart! Fortunately, things finally came together, and Patti did everything imaginable we'd want her to do with him - not only hitching and driving him, but driving him over hill and dale, around the cement trucks pouring the foundation of her daughter's house in the front field, over the river, and dragging the arena. He even got himself green broke to ride by her wonderful, capable assistant Eby while Patti was on injured reserve. We certainly got our money's worth and then some out of our training dollars! :-) As Geir is our first Fjord, we are amazed at how smart and laid back he is, though he can have a stubborn streak, and he seems to enjoy driving! :-) And he's so darned cute - especially with his new cart and harness. For those who were following the thread about what kind of cart to buy, I can now say we love our Sprint SP2 from Todd at Colonial Carriage. It rides nice, fits him nice (though we needed to get the smaller shafts) and has lots of adjustments. My only complaint is that it's a bit noisy, but a little WD-40 seems to have helped that a lot. Patti did such a great job, we brought him home and hitched him to a totally different cart than what he's used to the very next day. He was a gentleman, and even went down the road in front of the house a bit. We're going to work next on becoming traffic broke! :-) In addition to Patti's incomparable training skills, she was also hospitable above & beyond the all when our truck decided it didn't want to make the trip home from her place. For that, we are eternally grateful! If you are interested in seeing some pics of Geir, check out my webpage at http://web.mac.com/windfieldfarm Thanks again Patti - we are looking forward to enjoying the little man - and might still try out a CDE or 2 next year! Tiffany Amschl and Marilyn Olson in IL [EMAIL PROTECTED] The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
ML Eval, Show,Tico, Thanks!
This message is from: "Olivia Farm, Inc." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> "Congrats to Tico who was Grand Champion at the Moses Lake Show and Flotren for getting the Versatility Award." Thanks Susan for the congratulations and giving us "delusions of grandeur"... Although we feel he was quite "Grand" indeed, Tico was merely the blue ribbon winner of the mature stallion class at the Moses Lake show (there were no championship classes). It was a class of all (NFHR) blue ribbon stallions so we are quite proud of his accomplishment. It was indeed terrific to see Fløtren come out and show what a wonderful performance horse and stallion (all of his offspring at the show did quite well) he is once again. Congratulations to Don and Heather Torgenrud and Tim Jedra on their performance with this magnificent stallion! Of course a giant congratulations and thank you is due to all of the volunteers and participants for making this such a fun, safe, and thoroughly enjoyable event. As the show photographer I got a lot of good photos, a few great ones,and of course some not so good ones in the challenging lighting of the indoor arena. Thanks goodness you can choose to only publish the good ones. Hopefully next year I can get out from behind the camera and pick up the reins. It was wonderful to see so many new faces along with all of the familiar ones (I won't use the word "old"), people and horses alike. This was true of the evaluation too as about half of the participants were new to the evaluation system. Speaking of the evaluation and as the coordinator of the event, I would personally like to thank all of the volunteers who were nothing short of spectacular in helping make this event possible. Led by Barb Lynch as the technical delegate and with the indispensable help of her husband Fred, Taffy Mercer, David VanHoof, Karl Froelich, and others, the event went quite well and ran fairly smoothly, especially for our first time running with a new staff at a new facility. In the future I think we can improve our scheduling a bit to keep things flowing even smoother, but that was my issue and that's why they pay me the big bucks!:) I would also like to congratulate all of the participants on a job well done in preparing and presenting their horses. Some very nice quality horses were presented for conformation and movement (some from farms and lines that have not previously been well represented in the evaluations) as you will see in the results and many of the performance tests were among the best I've seen. Anyway, the dust hasn't yet settled here at Olivia Farm from last weeks events and we are already changing gears to prepare for the Libby show, so I won't take extra time and spill the beans as to who did what and how at Moses Lake, choosing to leave it up to the owners, handlers, the Fjord Herald, and Fjord News Northwest instead. Anyway, I hope to have some highlight photos posted to the web before too long for all to see. I'll let you know as soon as I do. I hope you all can make it to next year's show and I look forward to seeing some of you at Libby in a week and a half! Mange Takk! Dan Watanabe Olivia Farm, Inc. http://www.oliviafarm.com (509) 258-7348 The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks to those sharing cart info
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi list, I just had to write and say a big THANKS to all those sharing your expertise on cart information. I plan to buy a new cart soon and I have saved all your emails - it is invaluable as we do your research. I am also finding out what is wrong with my carts (bicycle tires on the training cart.) Thanks again from, Karen and almost 24 year old Sigrid (Sigi) who is very patiently putting up with an amateur driver and Jani who is honeymooning with Kian (and hopefully PG) The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Eunice, thanks!
This message is from: "kelly MacDonald" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Eunice, you just reminded me! I half fibbed (having forgotten about Thor) in my last post - I HAVE had the pleasure of working with Tamer Tuff bloodlines before! Thor (Deere Country Sykora), is a young gelding bred by John and Eunice. And yes, Teigar has the same great qualities - strong, capable, and truly serious about his job. Thor was a young gelding sired by Eunice's stallion, Torben. From: "John & Eunice" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Subject: Re: Wonderful Fjords in Training Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2007 23:44:11 -0400 >This message is from: "John & Eunice" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >In response to Kelly MacDonald's posting ><absolute sweetheart. He is 100% willing, eager, and >forward. He really has a great work ethic he's already very >trusting. I'd love to hear from anyone with experience working >with >these lines, as I'm intrigued. His movement is fabulous - very >strong >haunches and really works off his hocks. His natural cadence and >rhythm >is breathtaking.>>> > >Tamer Tuff is the sire of our wonderful stallion, Chapman >Valley's Torben.Turbo, as we call him, has a wonderful >disposition. A big guy but very gentle. My husband used to >jump on Turbo's back in the pasture Turbo never stopped >eating grass. I say "used to" because John can't jump that high >any more. > >This week Turbo became the proud "daddy" of a filly. The dam, >Eider, is 20 years old and this was her 15th foal! So tell >Teigar he has a gorgeous baby sister. > >I can understand when you say ... >< >> >Torben has impressed a lot of people. > >~Eunice Bosomworth >Deere Country Fjords in s-w Ontario. > >The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: >http://tinyurl.com/rcepw > > New Windows Live Hotmail is here. Upgrade for free and get a better look. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
dressage saddles for sale on Ebay, Prestige and Wintec, if anyone is interested...thanks.
This message is from: "Debby Stai" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> http://cgi.ebay.com/16-5-W-Brown-Prestige-Top-Dressage-Saddle_W0QQitemZ260123 011259QQihZ016QQcategoryZ47282QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem http://cgi.ebay.com/16-5-Wintec-2000-Dressage-Saddle_W0QQitemZ260123017347QQi hZ016QQcategoryZ47282QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Saddle suggestions...thanks
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thank you Kate and Laurie for the tips on saddles. It's fun shopping for just the right saddle, but it's also a serious decision and a significant investment. The Fallis saddles are works of art, aren't they. Linda ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Driving alone...Thanks for all the help!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Oh, Kay, what about a little tattoo on your, um, well, uh, wherever?!? :-) DeeAnna ...If anything ever happened, Braveheart (the wonder pony) is DNA-ed, microchipped and tattooed so there'd be no trouble identifying HIM, but ME...? The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Driving alone...Thanks for all the help!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks for all the great suggestions! I don't have an eventing vest but I think I'm going to get one...sort of the "little black dress" of equestrian sports, right? I always take my cell with me (riding too) but now I've added calling my sister-in-law before I leave, filing a flight plan and calling her upon my return. I've got a good knife in my show trunk along with a helmet and that ADS ID armband so maybe it's time I dragged them out. Especially the armband. If anything ever happened, Braveheart (the wonder pony) is DNA-ed, microchipped and tattooed so there'd be no trouble identifying HIM, but ME...? Anyhow, I feel a lot better knowing that there are lots of us who don't wait for the planets to be in perfect alignment to go driving. I like to take people along when I go out but the kind of driving in the plan for the next couple of months would require company at least 5 days a week and THAT is not a favor, it's an imposition. And so, armed with all my new hints and my loyal pony's gift for ignoring traffic, inquisitive llamas and deer, off I go. Trot on! Kay and Braveheart who is sure that HE doesn't want anyone else on the cart and Bogie, who says, "What's a cart?" (Which I hope to show him sometime this year.) ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks Fred!
This message is from: "S. A. Freivald" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> for re-posting the you-tube link. The first three pictures were taken at the Harrisburg PA Expo this year. The first is, I believe, Joe Glick, the second Marsha Korose and her 'gator (me) with Ulend and Solvar, and the 3rd sure looks to be Joe's son Ivan! Fun to watch. Glad the young lady in questions was innocent in her posting and open to education! :~)You've gotta love it when folks love fjords!. Sue Freivald ate: Tue, 17 Apr 2007 19:27:27 -0700 From: "Frederick J Pack" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Fjord horse video has been re-posted This message is from: "Frederick J Pack" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZFLBfQW6j8 All Mail is scanned in AND out by Norton Anti-virus. Fred and Lois Pack Pack's Peak Stables Wilkeson, Washington 98396 The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: This list, ownership, thanks and taking things for granted
This message is from: "Debbie Ulrich" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Beth wrote: All he asks is that we follow a few, simple, rules and that we remain civil towards each other. Steve, could the list of rules be put on here so people that are new, know exactly what is expected and others could get a little refresher course? I am sure many would appreciate it. Also, thank you so much for providing us with this great tool to learn so much from each other, meet other people who have fjords, and allow us to share things about the horses we so love. Debbie Ulrich Corgi Hill Farm The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: This list, ownership, thanks and taking things for granted
This message is from: Starfire Farm <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Steve McIlree wrote: I only wish the List wasn't entirely a private enterprise, because then I wouldn't have to come up with the entire cost of it out of my own pocket. But I have chosen to do so, to give me the ability to choose who will remain a subscriber and what subjects will and will not be discussed. Over the years, the vast majority of people on the list have been able to operate within the rules, therefore I have only had to remove a handful of individuals. There are those of us who remember when this list was started, really not so long ago. Isn't this the time of year when there is an anniversary of the beginning of this list? It's amazing to me how quickly one can take some things for granted. Prior to Steve starting this list, we were relegated to phone calls, to waiting for the Fjord Herald, or meeting face to face at shows and gatherings, to receive any information or news about what was going on in our little world of Fjord enthusiasm. It was, initially, a novelty for many of us. It was (and still is) a joy to be able to visit with like minded folks who shared our enthusiasm for this breed and the subjects revolving around it. It seems, however, that some now take this communication venue for granted. In essence, taking this "privilege" as their own. This may be human nature, to take things for granted. Many folks have gotten used to, and can't live without, instant messaging, e-mail communication, etc., etc. I, for one, have often thought that Steve is "super-human," in some ways, for taking this on and for continuing to maintain it. He has been far more tolerant about some issues (that many of us will never know about) than I might have been. I commend him for that. Yes, it is STEVE's list. It is by his good grace that issues regarding the NFHR can be discussed here. AND market our horses here. One of the rules could easily be that we cannot advertise horses or services for sale, yet we are allowed to do so, within the most reasonable parameters. MOST people abide by these rules. Some, unfortunately, don't. Despite what some people might believe, Steve is not a despot. He is truly interested in the conversation that goes on within this venue. All he asks is that we follow a few, simple, rules and that we remain civil towards each other. Thanks to you, Steve, who saw a dream and an opportunity for good conversation. Because of you, we have the ability to communicate around the world, without much expense either financially or in time spent, and to keep abreast of what is going on within our community. Beth -- Starfire Farm Beth Beymer and Sandy North http://www.starfirefarm.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks RE: moles
This message is from: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thanks to each of you that took the time to respond to my question on how to keep my moles from spreading into my pasture. I love the idea of getting more Fjords to pound the ground so that the little varmints are warned out of the area but think that the trapping method recommended by the been there done that folks is going to prove to be less time consuming and some what less expensive. We do have a Barn owl that spends some time in our arena at night but have never seen any sign that it eats moles and we do sometimes look through it's pellets to see what it has been eating. Our seven barn cats do not eat the moles and to the best of our knowledge have only caught one. The dog a Berner has only one live catch to his credit a baby rabbit he got from a nest. I'm sure if the coyotes do dig up vermin in the back fore acres across the creek but it is hard to tell from their dropping what small furry things they have been eating, although I can tell when the neighbor is missing another duck or chicken. I think we have a fox or two in the area as we sometimes see their tracks but have never seen the animal. Poisons are not a good option because of the critters notes above all of which are good hard working souls that we can share our place with, So I'm off to the feed store to look for a trap. Thanks again to all that were kind enough to share their knowledge with us. Barb Middleage Spread, Eagle Creek OR. Today raining and 50+ The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks Steve...
This message is from: "Jeanne Zuker" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I appreciate your information. Dr Grentz said that everything else, the liver, kidneys, etc. were all excellent and all the other levels were excellentit was just that very last line the the results that he said we would want to have a recheck onhe also said that we should wait at least 30 days since the lymphocytes (thanks for the correct spelling) have a certain life span and we would not want to be rechecking the same ones. I know (hope) I am just being overly cautious and concerned, but Monty is now my baby (ok he is almost 8 yrs and weighs accordingly)! Thanks again Steve and all who have responded. Jeanne and Monty ~MI~ where winter still thinks it belongs. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Secret Santa Thanks
This message is from: Ronni Taylor <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Secret Santa Thanks : R.Taylor, Straw Hat Stables I was VERY GOOD this year - the package said, "Don't Open Until Christmas", and I DID NOT OPEN IT!!! (A very rare thing for me!) My "Secret Santas" did not include a note BUT - I got red and green M&M's that had "Rune and Catherine Lassesen" and "Hestehaven" printed on them. How cool is that? I received the most awesome "cowboy" rope halter and lead rope - in a bright yellow and blue pattern that even I can't lose in the snow (or mud this December so far!) The Farrier also sends his "Thanks" for the sturdy halter now in use on Thumper. AND I also got a beautiful pale blue, soft as mink sweatshirt with a Fjord drawing and "Hestehaven" lettered in white - that I've had to keep my Mom from snitching (she's tried TWICE already, and it isn't evem New Year's yet!) So, to my Secret Santas - Catherine and Rune - Thank you very much for the wonderful, useful gifts! Sincerely, Rhonda Taylor Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Thanks, Secret Santa Stephanie!
This message is from: Stephanie McLean <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> You are most welcome! I thought that comb looked perfect for ridicuously thick fjord tails : ) The lavender bag is good for all kinds of things (helmet bags, etc) We often misplace lead ropes so I thought a bright colored one was probably best! - Original Message From: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Sent: Friday, December 22, 2006 6:25:52 PM Subject: Thanks, Secret Santa Stephanie! This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Stephanie, I can't find your email or address but I did want to let you know your thoughtful and useful box came today! The horses will love the treats, of course, and I am already enjoying the special lip balm. Love the lead and very unusual giant comb, should be just the thing. Almond Joy soap, that will make me hungry in the shower! And more... Thanks very much for a fine Christmas present. Valerie Pedersen The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks all, Sven's goodbyes
This message is from: "Karen McCarthy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Dear Liist, Please know that I really appreciated all of the kind thoughts, condolences and shared good memories of Sven. I received so many emails on + off list that I don't think I can thank everyone individually for their kindness. However, not to single anyone out in particular, but... I want to wrap Lisa P in a giant cyber hug for her lovely poem. I read it at work, and you guessed it, i had to leave the room and get it together. Thank goodness I didn't have any meetings that afternoon! And Marsha Jo, I totally forgot about the kitten-on-Sven's-back incident, but thanks for reminding me. (He also used to let the Guinea hens roost in his feeder and never once broke one of thier eggs!) You mentioned our first 'real' CDE in 1989 that we did in Woodside at the Whisky Hill Classic, (now the Henry Boyd Classic CDE). I drove Sven w/ a side check as that was how green I was to driving - I was told he was a stallion and I should use one and I did. Well I think Holly Pulsifer (one of the judges) convinced me otherwise. One other funny 'newbie' thing we did at that event (yes, there were quite a few!) was out on the marathon, in one of the post + rail hazards. One of our overly long Kentucky Breaking Cart shafts 'hooked' one of the vertical 6" w treated posts, as Sven turned to make the gate and snapped the post off at the ground! We dragged the post maybe 3 strides before it was released and fell to the ground. Post = zero, Sven = 1 (and none the worse for wear!) Lastly, Marsha K., I loved your big rangy TB gelding! I thought he was very elegant...When I drove him at the clinic in Oregon I was more 'afraid' of that ancient road cart with the itty bitty seat breaking up over the bumps in the mowed field than I was of being run away with. Whatever became of that cart? It was a hoot, but belonged in a museum ;~)) ! Actually the thing I most remember about that clinic was meeting all the participants at breakfast - we had some wonderful times, and i still have lifelong friends from that time. Its raining alot this evening, which will turn to snow in a bit, that will bring us closer to a white Christmas. But even if it was 90 degrees outside and baked brown, the good feelings and comaraderie shared on this list would still bring forth the true meaning of Christmas as a time of sharing and brotherhood. I am very grateful to belong to such a great, supportive community. Thanks everyone, Karen Karen McCarthyGreat Basin Fjords :: Carson City, Nevadahttp://www.picturetrail.com/weegees Fixing up the home? Live Search can help The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks for Carrot Replies
This message is from: "Jill E. Fishinger CPA P.C." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thanks for all the helpful carrot solutions. The girls think who cares about storage. Let us at em. Happy Holidays, Jill E. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks for now telling me about the moose and Steve Irwin
This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Mary Ofjord wrote: Even though we see moose, we do give them a wide berth as they are the only things in the woods that you have to REALLY be concerned about. Well, thank you - to all of you who wrote about moose (s) . but I wish someone would have said something BEFORE I came across one! ; ) I have come to the conclusion that trail riding is subjective in nature. My idea of trail riding is going up the hill to my outdoor arena. (about 40 feet away from my barn). And the corrections on the Irwin's. Thanks guys! Pat Holland The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Thanks & Invitation from PNFPG
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The Pacific Northwest Fjord Promotional Group (PNFPG) wishes to say a big THANKS Thank you Beth and Sandy for the outstanding cover photo and articles in the Fall 2006 Fjord Herald. You will probably receive many other thank yous but from myself as Secretary of PNFPG I want you to know that we all appreciate this issue more than I can express. I read it from cover to cover and enjoyed really studying the photos. It is truly wonderful. It is also wonderful to have so many talented people within our PNFPG organization and I wish to thank them also. Giving Credit to PNFPG members: I am glad to see that our PNFPG member Jeannetta Kurth wrote you identifying herself in last issue's photo of a good example of western riding. I believe that it is our Colfax WA member Shelley Feldner on her mare Gala noted as "a pleasure to watch" on page 26 of this issue. Shelley's 91 year old grandfather was mentioned as a participant but not named in the John Wayne article in the previous issue. He would have been riding his son, our member Curtis Feldner's, well loved Fjord gelding Numann who was born at Hestahaven. Fjord owners you are all invited: The cover photo and articles gives us at PNFPG a good excuse to invite you to our many PNFPG shows, clinics and activities which will be taking place in 2007. Please check our website PNFPG.org to get details and join the fun. The first is our Spring Fling in Mose Lake May 24,25,26 2007 Clinicians teaching at Spring Fling PNFPG is fortunate to have 7 excellent clinicians and ALL are mentioned in the Fall 2006 Fjord Herald. THANKS AGAIN!!! All but Brian and Ursula Jensen will be clinicians at Spring Fling. Brian will be at an FHI meeting that weekend. Donna Burgess and China Larabe, driving clinicians Gayle Ware, western clinician Anne Appleby, english clinician Kathi Thompson, trail and natural horsemanship clinician Writers and Photographers. How fortunate we are to have so many good writers and photographers in PNFPG. Don Torgenrud has contributed a series of historic articles to FH and now this issue's CDE article. Lisa Pederson, Kathi Thompson, Phil Odden and Susan McGuire, thanks!!! But also Dan Watanabe was the photographer behind those wonderful CDE clinic photos (taken at our ranch, Teddy Bear Fjords). Yes, we are very thankful for Beth, Sandy and the Fjord Herald. We are also very proud of our PNFPG members and the fantastic growth and enthusiasm in our club. THANKS TO ALL, Sylvia Riddle, Secretary of PNFPG The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Winona for me - Thanks
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] "Thanks to the dreamers, for without the dream, it never would have happened." This is a quote from Beth at Starfire Farm about the show at Winona... My question to all the folks that are quibbling back and forth in the PNFPG about moving the fall show is..."What is our dream? Do we have one? Will the dream be accomplished if we keep the show in Libby? Will the dream be accomplished if we move the show to Moses Lake? Or is there no dream at all? "Thanks to the dreamers, for without the dream, it never would have happened." Thanks Beth for sharing your thoughts on Winona. --David VanHoof Work smart, Play hard -- Original message -- From: Starfire Farm <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > This message is from: Starfire Farm > > Winona, for me, was about community, grace, bravery and in believing in > a dream. > > Thanks to all of the movers and the shakers. Those who stepped up to the > plate, even though it might have looked like we weren't on a winning > team. Thanks to all who stuck it out. Those who pulled together to "get > 'er done", who, early on, saw beauty in an ugly duckling. > > Thanks to those people who, when I called them with an idea said, "I can > do that!" and took the ball and ran with it. > > Thanks for those long hours of teleconferences, travel, meetings and > sleepless nights...... > > Thanks to the dreamers, for without the dream, it never would have > happened. > > Thanks to the belivers, for coming to participate and for coming to > watch and enjoy, from around the world. > > Thanks, most of all, to our wonderful horses. Without them, there would > not be this wonderful, loving, caring community that extends across > borders, across oceans, across the reaches of time.. > > Pinch me, please. > > Beth > > The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: > http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Winona for me - Thanks
This message is from: Starfire Farm <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Winona, for me, was about community, grace, bravery and in believing in a dream. Thanks to all of the movers and the shakers. Those who stepped up to the plate, even though it might have looked like we weren't on a winning team. Thanks to all who stuck it out. Those who pulled together to "get 'er done", who, early on, saw beauty in an ugly duckling. Thanks to those people who, when I called them with an idea said, "I can do that!" and took the ball and ran with it. Thanks for those long hours of teleconferences, travel, meetings and sleepless nights.. Thanks to the dreamers, for without the dream, it never would have happened. Thanks to the belivers, for coming to participate and for coming to watch and enjoy, from around the world. Thanks, most of all, to our wonderful horses. Without them, there would not be this wonderful, loving, caring community that extends across borders, across oceans, across the reaches of time.. Pinch me, please. Beth The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: NFHR Flyer - Thanks
This message is from: "Mike May, Registrar NFHR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> At 09:33 PM 9/26/2006, you wrote: This message is from: "Foxfire Pine Stump" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Not directly to you, Mike. When I called the office you were out, and I did mention it here... Yes I had another email from another person that said you did. I had already looked at my old emails & did not have a message from you on the 4th. The other person did forward it to me though so I know you did send it. It probably ended up in my spam folder. I get 400 - 500 spam messages a day now & once in awhile one does get deleted. So if anyone sends me a email & doesn't get a reply within a day or 2 please send another one or call me on the phone. Should have been more pesky about it. I thought no answer and no comment meant no. No I would have sent you some brochures for the event. I did put a request/question for info here on the list on September 4th. > >Does our website have a PDF file printable brochure? > > Yes it is right here on the forms & documents page: > > http://www.nfhr.com/PDF/Flyer.PDF The brochure came up when I clicked on the link you gave, Mike, and I finally found it today after searching the Docs and Articles pagebox by box. Thank you! It was hard to find! I looked and looked in the weeks before Equifest and never saw that box! Sorry you couldn't find it. There are a lot of forms etc there so it is a bit confusing I know. Mike Du-uh! Need a new optometrist! Next time I'll just turn the computer over to Lida! ;-) Betsy Lewis and Lovely Lida In da U.P. of Michigan The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw === Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry Mike May, Executive Director & Registrar PO Box 685 Webster, NY 14580-0685 Voice 585-872-4114 FAX 585-787-0497 http://www.nfhr.com mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
NFHR Flyer - Thanks
This message is from: "Foxfire Pine Stump" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: Tue, 26 Sep 2006 08:33:57 -0400 > From: "Mike May, Registrar NFHR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: Upper Peninsula Equifest... not quite a brag alert! Long! Thank you Mike. > Did you request any of them? I don't think I received a request for them. Not directly to you, Mike. When I called the office you were out, and I did mention it here... Should have been more pesky about it. I thought no answer and no comment meant no. I did put a request/question for info here on the list on September 4th. > >Does our website have a PDF file printable brochure? > > Yes it is right here on the forms & documents page: > > http://www.nfhr.com/PDF/Flyer.PDF The brochure came up when I clicked on the link you gave, Mike, and I finally found it today after searching the Docs and Articles pagebox by box. Thank you! It was hard to find! I looked and looked in the weeks before Equifest and never saw that box! Du-uh! Need a new optometrist! Next time I'll just turn the computer over to Lida! ;-) Betsy Lewis and Lovely Lida In da U.P. of Michigan The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Bucking Fjord - Thanks for the Help
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello Everyone- Thank you for the suggestions I've received regarding my bucking Fjord. I will begin doing as you've said. My boy is a sweetie and has a very kind temperament. I believe this bucking usually occurs when he has been kept in for a prolonged time period. So, I'm going to begin his training on this. Thanks again! It's great to have a forum like this to discuss things. Sincerely- Pat McCurdy Cato, NY
Thanks
This message is from: "Beth Pulsifer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hello everyone Just want to say thank you to all of you who have written and shared your "saddle slippage" experiences. I truly appreciate it. I think we have the problem solved.. I bought a" Nunn Finer" no slip pad... Have ridden a couple of times with it and it works great!!! :) Since then I heard from someone that the pads you get to put under carpets to keep them from slipping, work great too. Again thank you all so much. It's great to know there are people out there willing to share experiences and advice..I have lots to learn about this wonderful breed.. Beth in Maine where we are having yet another rainy day...:(
Thanks Steve
This message is from: "Janice Lee" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thank you Steve and congratulations for 8 years of fjord listing!!! I enjoy it every day and have learned lots of valuable information over the years that I have been a member of the list. Janice Lee Little Farm Fjords "Home of Saethersblakken" Valley, Nebraska
Thanks
This message is from: "Carolyn Mele" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Just a quick note to the list to say thanks to my secret santa Alison in Canada. I love the Fjord stained glass head you made it adorns my kitchen window now. Thanks for all the thoughtful gifts in my package your the best. Carolyn and Vegard in Indiana
Thanks!!!
This message is from: "Cheryl" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> This is Cheryl from Colorado. I wanted to give a great big thanks to Julia from "down under" for my great gifts. I received a great book about the adventures of 2 girls riding 2000 miles across New Zealand and a great little fjord photo holder. I will be reading my book this winter. Thank you so much Julia and Happy Holidays to everyone !! Cheryl Gioia, Owner Joy A Fine Fjords http://www.finefjords.com/
Re: Many long manes...many thanks!
This message is from: "Lois Berenyi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Ha ha ha. That's what I get for doing quick math in my head. She's 14.1 so that would be, according to my calculator, 57 inches off the ground. But, sometimes that feels like 16.1 hands anyway when the hips are stiff and the mounting block is "too short". Lois - Original Message - From: "Jean Ernest" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2005 6:49 PM Subject: Re: Many long manes...many thanks! This message is from: Jean Ernest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 65 inches off the ground? My Goodness, how tall IS she? That would at least 16-1 Hands! Jean in Fairbanks, Alaska, partly sunny and 15 degrees. At 12:06 PM 10/26/2005 -0400, you wrote: I think it's because she's half the size of the others and is "just different" but there is quite a curiousity about her and most long-time horse owners there have never seen a Fjord in the flesh. Most of the riders are older women and some have looked quite enviously at her wide back that is only 65 inches off the ground.
Re: Many long manes...many thanks!
This message is from: Jean Ernest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 65 inches off the ground? My Goodness, how tall IS she? That would at least 16-1 Hands! Jean in Fairbanks, Alaska, partly sunny and 15 degrees. At 12:06 PM 10/26/2005 -0400, you wrote: >I think it's because she's half the size of the others and is "just different" >but there is quite a curiousity about her and most long-time horse owners >there have never seen a Fjord in the flesh. Most of the riders are older >women and some have looked quite enviously at her wide back that is only 65 >inches off the ground.
Re: Many long manes...many thanks!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] When my Fjord's mane gets long she looks like an icelandic. Suzan -Original Message- From: Ruth Bushnell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Sent: Wed, 26 Oct 2005 11:09:02 -0600 Subject: Re: Many long manes...many thanks! This message is from: "Ruth Bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > This message is from: "Lois Berenyi" ... From my own perspective it appears that the white and yellow duns probably "wear" long hair better than dark .<> Of course some of the Fjords could have naturally thinner or thicker necks regardless of mane length but it's possible the length of the mane could > create an illusion one way or the otherLois GOOD POINT Lois... maybe weak necklines on FJ's could be camouflaged with long hair, buyer beware! Maybe the roached mane is an acquired preference, given time and enough exposure to Fjords? I don't recall that I once-upon-a-time even liked a roached mane! (BF--before Fjords) But now I get itchy scissor fingers if I see a long one, hah ...and, a Fjord is not a Fjord without that roached mane! I would imagine that an acceptably grown out mane would have largely to do with the WIDTH of the mane... some Fjords have much thinner manes, that might hang quite well, but many have EXTRA-EXTRA wide manes that are a bear to trim and I imagine they would look too full and unruly if they were long. This mane WIDTH thing might also have a lot to do with whether or not the mane pulls the neck muscles over when long ...as I have seen instances where a long mane can pull the dorsal pattern into undulation, quite visible when retrimmed. Another consideration in a long mane might be how it was regarded at show. The NFHR Judge's Rule Book states under conformation; "the mane is cut short and stands erect, trimmed in a crescent shape along the curve of the neck." and again under grooming presentation; "mane: upright, clipped even or with 1/4" to 1/2" of black stripe standing above the white crest. Ruthie, nw mt US ...where it's raining! sighhh.
Re: Many long manes...many thanks!
This message is from: "Ruth Bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> This message is from: "Lois Berenyi" ... From my own perspective it appears that the white and yellow duns probably "wear" long hair better than dark .<> Of course some of the Fjords could have naturally thinner or thicker necks regardless of mane length but it's possible the length of the mane could create an illusion one way or the otherLois GOOD POINT Lois... maybe weak necklines on FJ's could be camouflaged with long hair, buyer beware! Maybe the roached mane is an acquired preference, given time and enough exposure to Fjords? I don't recall that I once-upon-a-time even liked a roached mane! (BF--before Fjords) But now I get itchy scissor fingers if I see a long one, hah ...and, a Fjord is not a Fjord without that roached mane! I would imagine that an acceptably grown out mane would have largely to do with the WIDTH of the mane... some Fjords have much thinner manes, that might hang quite well, but many have EXTRA-EXTRA wide manes that are a bear to trim and I imagine they would look too full and unruly if they were long. This mane WIDTH thing might also have a lot to do with whether or not the mane pulls the neck muscles over when long ...as I have seen instances where a long mane can pull the dorsal pattern into undulation, quite visible when retrimmed. Another consideration in a long mane might be how it was regarded at show. The NFHR Judge's Rule Book states under conformation; "the mane is cut short and stands erect, trimmed in a crescent shape along the curve of the neck." and again under grooming presentation; "mane: upright, clipped even or with 1/4" to 1/2" of black stripe standing above the white crest. Ruthie, nw mt US ...where it's raining! sighhh.
Many long manes...many thanks!
This message is from: "Lois Berenyi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thanks to all of you who sent or posted photos of long manes in all their glory. My Fjord mare is boarded in a hunter/jumper/event barn where most of her stablemates are 17 hand warmbloods. It turns out she is the favorite and I think it's because she's half the size of the others and is "just different" but there is quite a curiousity about her and most long-time horse owners there have never seen a Fjord in the flesh. Most of the riders are older women and some have looked quite enviously at her wide back that is only 65 inches off the ground. I've printed out most of the photos and will put them up in the barn kitchen for comments. It should be interesting to hear what non-fjordies think. From my own perspective it appears that the white and yellow duns probably "wear" long hair better than the darker duns do. In some of the photos the longer mane made the neck appear thinner and longer whereas I think sometimes the arched cropped mane makes some Fjords look too thick through the neck. Of course some of the Fjords could have naturally thinner or thicker necks regardless of mane length but it's possible the length of the mane could create an illusion one way or the other. I wonder if long hair would make me look thinner or just "messy"?? Thanks again Lois in coastal NC where it's cool enough for the reptiles to go underground
Thanks to all who responded and suggestions....
This message is from: "Jeanne Zuker" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thank you for responding to my question on the Wintec saddle slipping, I went and got a new girth, saddle pad and breastplate so Olaf and I shouldn't have the separation problem again. Funny when I was at the tack shop there was another lady there for exactly the same thing but not on a Fjord with her wintec girth. I also got Olaf a Cashel fly mask so I can keep his forlock on the outside of it instead of having his forlock smushed every direction. Maybe it will be cooler for him and he won't take it off quite as fast as the one he usually wears.. Jeanne and Olaf MI
Re: thanks Gwenn
This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: Wed, 18 May 2005 15:42:34 -0400 > From: "Gwenn Beaupre" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: RE: le chevel canadienne Thank you Gwenn for your input on the Cheval. I've received several assessments of them since my post and they are an interesting breed with a very interesting history. You hit it on the head when you said they need and desire work. He is smart and thrives on attention and things to do. I've found many Fjords do best with that kind of work schedule too. He reminds me of several Fjords I've had in for training that once I got them in a scheduled work environment settled down to become awesome horses. Thanks Pat
Thanks Birgit
This message is from: "Green Valley Farm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Birgit Thanks for all the info on your post to digest #109 Sophie Fiedler Date: Sun, 15 May 2005 12:34:49 +0200 From: "Birgit Mortensen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: stallion evaluation in Norway (in 1980 and today)(very long) This message is from: "Birgit Mortensen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> In Digest no 106 Lynda asked me to tell more about the evaluation system in Norway. First I must say that I am not an expert, so I will stick to what I am 99,99 percent sure of. It must also be mentioned that today's rules are different from the 25 year old rules on some points.
Re: Ontario Show - thanks!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Beth, Cheryl e-mailed me saying theat she wasn't sure what her dates for '05 would be yet so I e-mailed her back with the ADS rally dates and will now live in hope that these don't turn out to be the best ones for her event too. I'm sorry if there were problems that would discourage her from last year...everything I heard made the event sound great and I was kicking myself about not being able to attend. I'm in physical therapy right now for something I did to my sciatic nerve. I'd love to tell you that I slipped while dancing on a wet bar-top in Vegas but the truth is I have absolutely no idea what I did to myself. This has limited me to brushing and kissing for awhile so Braveheart is putting his heart into being happy, fat and furry. About the middle or end of next month we're both going to have to get off our tubby duffs and back into harness. Have a great show season! Sounds like I'll be in the Highlands while you're beating 'em at Woodstock and (hopefully) fighting the good fight in Canada while you're terrorizing the rest of New England. Good luck to both of us! Stay warm! Kay Yellow Pony Farm SE MI
Re: Many Thanks! Fjord saddle pads
This message is from: Tamara Rousso <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi Susan - Please post the website URL when it is up. I am interested in seeing the pad. tamara Fallbrook Ca www.algedifarm.com On Saturday, January 22, 2005, at 06:58 AM, Susan Felix wrote: This message is from: "Susan Felix" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Susan [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Colorado) Many Thanks to all of you out there who have continued to support us with your fjord non slip pad purchases. We have made over 100 all over the U.S. and Canada and are very pleased with your responses and success. Will be putting some of your testimonials on the Web Site in the next couple of weeks . Remember you can use these pads on any Horse with a saddle slippage problem or for better comfort and ride. Fleece made by hand with non slip padding for the comfort of your horses back. We recommend a decent fitting saddle to start and this will help their back for a better ride and saddle fit. The Ramsey is for English and the Favor is for Western , Please specify which one you would prefer. I will also make it for you for the color of your Horse . It looks pretty cool when riding and all you see is the saddle on the horse ! If you refer anyone to me ( and they mention your name ) as a previous customer I will make your next purchase pad as complimentary. Web Site to be out in the month. Happy Trails and Thanks again everyone! Look for our Ads in the up coming Horse Magazines , Susan Felix P.O. box 17127 Boulder Co. 80308
Many Thanks! Fjord saddle pads
This message is from: "Susan Felix" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Susan [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Colorado) Many Thanks to all of you out there who have continued to support us with your fjord non slip pad purchases. We have made over 100 all over the U.S. and Canada and are very pleased with your responses and success. Will be putting some of your testimonials on the Web Site in the next couple of weeks . Remember you can use these pads on any Horse with a saddle slippage problem or for better comfort and ride. Fleece made by hand with non slip padding for the comfort of your horses back. We recommend a decent fitting saddle to start and this will help their back for a better ride and saddle fit. The Ramsey is for English and the Favor is for Western , Please specify which one you would prefer. I will also make it for you for the color of your Horse . It looks pretty cool when riding and all you see is the saddle on the horse ! If you refer anyone to me ( and they mention your name ) as a previous customer I will make your next purchase pad as complimentary. Web Site to be out in the month. Happy Trails and Thanks again everyone! Look for our Ads in the up coming Horse Magazines , Susan Felix P.O. box 17127 Boulder Co. 80308
Thanks!
This message is from: "sandra church" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi-just wanted to let you know that I appreciate your prayers & messages so much. Loki is better...not happy about missing his grain for 3 days...but he did have a blockage & he's on the mend. For some reason, I'm not receiving the digest this week but I did get the private messages. Loki was in trouble Sunday night...colic is very serious...we were lucky. Thanks again for the support...Sandra & Loki in Va.
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thank you all so much for your input on Patrick's problem. You have all given me a lot to work on and I'll let you know how it all turns out. In the meantime I'm the lady with a black bucket of warm water permanently attached to her arm! Carol 'n Patrick in CT
Re: Thanks to everyone!
This message is from: Jean Ernest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Go tohttp://www.nfhr.com/Colors.htm >Can anyone tell me where I might find a description or pictures that >detail the different colors of the Fjord? Thanks! Jean in Fairbanks, Alaska, a beautiful clear and sunny day, +20 F. 10" snow on the ground. Now dark at 5:00 PM,
Thanks to everyone!
This message is from: "Carole Cox" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> BA, BS, EMT-B A+, Network+, CIW Thanks to all that sent the advice on the "older mare " question. It was all helpful. I really appreciate having such a nice group of people to communicate with. I enjoy all the postings and am proud to be learning some fine details in Norse and Scot history as well as horse info. As soon as I can I am also going to purchase a hoof stand based on member suggestions. You are all wonderful! Can anyone tell me where I might find a description or pictures that detail the different colors of the Fjord? Thanks! I just got a lovely horse pendant that was made by a talented artist. Check out www.pavilionpony.com <http://www.pavilionpony.com/> . Click Sculpture and scroll down to see a lovely hanging sculpture of a Fjord head. She also has pendants available for a reasonable price. Thanks for everything!!! We will be in the fifties here this week with NO PRECIPITATION Happy Trails for us! All my best1 Carole [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of image001.gif] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of image002.gif]
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 11/1/2004 7:35:44 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.nfhr.com/homelink.html [EMAIL PROTECTED] "Please go to this site and take yourself off. " Thanks Tillie Dun Lookin' Fjords Bud,Tillie & Amy Evers Redmond OR (541) 548-6018 http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Ridge/8589
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This message is from: Kim Olson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> hi, i would appreciate it if you could please take me off of your subscriber list. thank you, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I appreciate the answers to my questions, all of them answered and then some (which I needed too). Fred Pack has been especially helpful with his brochure. I will be a much better informed ambassador for the breed. Valerie Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I appreciate the answers to my questions, all of them answered and then some (which I needed too). Fred Pack has been especially helpful with his brochure. I will be a much better informed ambassador for the breed. Valerie
Thanks!!
This message is from: Jo Belasco <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi everyone, Boy, this is a great list! Thank you to everyone who answered publicly and privately. It sure sounds like Fjords would be wonderful horses in my program. And thanks to this list, I've found some folks in my area who have them so I can meet some in person...or is that "in horse." I look forward to learning a lot more about Fjords from this list and the wonderful people on it! Thanks again! Jo
Re...thanks for the help
This message is from: "Sue" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thank you all for the suggestions as to why my 3 year old, Peppin, had runny poop. First we got rid of ALL the apple trees from their pasture. We got rid of the blue salt lick, and stopped the sweet feed. We got him a bag of Blue Seal Vintage Senior extruded feed. He gets one cup twice daily, along with his this years hay. He also has an unsweetened mineral block. He never did pass a lot of runny manure...it was more almost normal manure at normal frequency, but with a small amount of messy bubbly runs in between. Therefore, his weight was not affected. ( Randy just thought he could get this 3 year old to fill out and catch up to Storm more quickly by using grain.Obviously NOT a great idea. He just got two cups daily but that along with the green weeds, the few apples and( maybe too much salt) he was picking up must have given him this digestive problem. He seems fine now.( He also has constant access to fresh water.) He certainly was not sick in any way, and seems to love the new senior feed. We are going to give it to Storm also. He has also stopped spitting out bits of haymust have been a new tooth. He is cleaning up everything just fine now.Well thanks again everyone who offered advise. We sure appreciate the help. Sometimes the answer is right under your nose but it takes someone else to see it One of you mentioned despooking Storm. We have certainly been working on this but unfortunately one cannot program a horse. He is not mechanical and as such cannot be wholly reliable under all circunstances. Therefore it is advisable to have someone walking at their shoulder when in crowds where a spook can endanger others. This idiot shook a red coat right under the ponies noses as they went through the gate to the park. Certainly something that does not happen often, thank goodness. (Anyway I think a few coats flapped around our ponies is in order.) Peppin never flinched at the coat but I do believe this spooking tendency is partially genetic. Peppin is from Deer Counnty Fjords in Ayton, Ontario, and has been spook proof since we got him as a yearling. Desert Storm is from Redbank Fjords, Chipman, N.B. He has been just a bit spooky since we got himnothing too serious, just enough to keep you on your toes. He was also very hard to handle before he was gelded, but is now a big dogso the spooking too, will come in time, I am sure. In fact he is better each time he is taken out.Well happy Fjording everyone and again thanks. Sue in N.B. (Storm and Peppin's mom)
Re: Thanks Ruthie - and canters - and Linda - soap
This message is from: "Linda Lottie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Yes, Pat..I will have my soap. Come to the trailer. LJBL From: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com To: Subject: Re: Thanks Ruthie - and canters - and Linda - soap Date: Thu, 22 Jul 2004 19:45:11 -0500 This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thanks Ruthie- There's been talk in the past about publishing a book based on my cartoons. I always thought using the Fjords with the way they are would make a good book - kind of a combination of Thelwell and The Far Side. By the way there is a good article in Horse Illustrated in the July issue, on canter transition troubleshooting. It describes how you have to work canter problems not from the canter , but from the trot. Something I found especially so with some of the Fjords. If your having canter issues you have to go back to the trot and don't force your horse to canter from a fast trot. Anyway...its a well put together article. Linda - I hope you will be bringing more of your goat milk soap - I am down to the last nubbin - its the best! See everyone at Blue Earth! Pat
Re: Thanks Ruthie - and canters - and Linda - soap
This message is from: "Ruth Bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > There's been talk in the past about publishing a book based on my cartoons. Pat I sure hope you do publish!! I would love to have a copy! Ruthie
Re: Thanks Ruthie - and canters - and Linda - soap
This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Thanks Ruthie- There's been talk in the past about publishing a book based on my cartoons. I always thought using the Fjords with the way they are would make a good book - kind of a combination of Thelwell and The Far Side. By the way there is a good article in Horse Illustrated in the July issue, on canter transition troubleshooting. It describes how you have to work canter problems not from the canter , but from the trot. Something I found especially so with some of the Fjords. If your having canter issues you have to go back to the trot and don't force your horse to canter from a fast trot. Anyway...its a well put together article. Linda - I hope you will be bringing more of your goat milk soap - I am down to the last nubbin - its the best! See everyone at Blue Earth! Pat
Re: Thanks For The Try Steve, And An Idea
This message is from: "Carol J. Makosky" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a way we could still do these t-shirts, and it could be done with minimal muss or fuss I believe.We could all have our own t-shirts in whatever color, size, etc. that we wanted. While playing with ideas for a logo for our small ranch, I did a couple iron on transfers. It takes some practice though. You have to iron a bit harder and hotter than I'm used to. Pamela So what is this thing called an iron? And who uses one in this day and age? :-) -- Built Fjord Tough Carol M. On Golden Pond N. Wisconsin
Thanks For The Try Steve, And An Idea
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/21/2004 6:32:47 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've got the separations from the original printer; when they bailed, they gave me the artwork. The problem has been finding a printer able to do a large run of high quality four color screens at a price comparable to the first company. I received my refund check several days ago also. Thanks Steve, and thank you for trying so hard to get these t-shirts done. Darned printers. There is a way we could still do these t-shirts, and it could be done with minimal muss or fuss I believe. If Steve or Pat would want to load the image onto their computer, and then send to those who want it, we could download the image and do iron-on transfers. They have the transfer papers at any Office Depot. We could all have our own t-shirts in whatever color, size, etc. that we wanted. While playing with ideas for a logo for our small ranch, I did a couple iron on transfers. It takes some practice though. You have to iron a bit harder and hotter than I'm used to. Pamela Northern Holiday Horses Welcome Polaris
Re: Reading pedigrees/Thanks Marsha!
This message is from: Marsha Jo Hannah <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Earlier, I wrote: > > The 430-B tells me that Brynjar was originally > registered by NFA, where he was the 430-th male equine in their stud > book. Unfortunately, I do my best thinking just AFTER I push ! :-/ He's the 330-th male Fjord in the NFA stud book. The first one was King Harald, 101-A. Marsha Jo HannahMurphy must have been a horseman-- [EMAIL PROTECTED] anything that can go wrong, will! 15 mi SW of Roseburg, Oregon
Re: Reading pedigrees/Thanks Marsha!
This message is from: Marsha Jo Hannah <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > "Kay Van Natta" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > evaluation [...] > results were printed in the Fjord Herald, my horse was listed as Brynjar > 430-B! It > made him sound like his name should be followed by a cell-block number. When > I bought him as a yearling, he was just "Brynjar". So, now that I understand > about the B, can you explain why the "430"? It can't mean that there are > another 429 Brynjars out there somewhere. Can it? Evaluations are put on by NFHR, i.e. evaluated animals have to be registered with NFHR. The 430-B tells me that Brynjar was originally registered by NFA, where he was the 430-th male equine in their stud book. Each of the registries tried to keep equine names unique, but could only do so within their own stud books. So, when "outside" horses are cross-registered into NFHR, it often causes a duplication of previously-used names. To try to keep names unique on double-registered animals, NFHR has chosen to always attach the "outside" registration number to the animal's name. Hence, my old Nansy mare is on NFHR's books as "Nansy 2071-A", even though she was (and currently still is) the only "Nansy" on the NFHR books. Marsha Jo HannahMurphy must have been a horseman-- [EMAIL PROTECTED] anything that can go wrong, will! 15 mi SW of Roseburg, Oregon
Re: Reading pedigrees/Thanks Marsha!
This message is from: "Mike May, Registrar NFHR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> The numbers like yours 430-B are the Norwegian Fjord Assoc of North America's registration number. The NFA started at 101 for stallions & geldings so your #430 was the 320th stallion or gelding they registered. The 430 is just a sequential number. At 10:12 AM 6/23/2004, you wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear Marsha, Thanks for the info on the A/B suffixes on our horses' names. I wasn't really aware of them 'til we went to our first evaluation and when the results were printed in the Fjord Herald, my horse was listed as Brynjar 430-B! It made him sound like his name should be followed by a cell-block number. When I bought him as a yearling, he was just "Brynjar". So, now that I understand about the B, can you explain why the "430"? It can't mean that there are another 429 Brynjars out there somewhere. Can it? Kay Van Natta [EMAIL PROTECTED] 45 miles NW of Detroit === Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry Mike May, Executive Director & Registrar PO Box 685 Webster, NY 14580-0685 Voice 585-872-4114 FAX 585-787-0497 http://www.nfhr.com mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Reading pedigrees/Thanks Marsha!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 6/23/2004 7:19:36 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: So, now that I understand about the B, can you explain why the "430"? 430-B was his registration # with the other registry. Many horses that are/were registered with other registries as well as NFHR will have their former/other registration number listed after their name. Amy Amy Evers Dun Lookin' Fjords Redmond, OR Fjord [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Reading pedigrees/Thanks Marsha!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear Marsha, Thanks for the info on the A/B suffixes on our horses' names. I wasn't really aware of them 'til we went to our first evaluation and when the results were printed in the Fjord Herald, my horse was listed as Brynjar 430-B! It made him sound like his name should be followed by a cell-block number. When I bought him as a yearling, he was just "Brynjar". So, now that I understand about the B, can you explain why the "430"? It can't mean that there are another 429 Brynjars out there somewhere. Can it? Kay Van Natta [EMAIL PROTECTED] 45 miles NW of Detroit
Re: Thanks for the advice! And one more question...
This message is from: "Joe Glick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >>As for scours, she's nearly 3 wks old and has had no diarrhea. My mare rarely acts different when she's in heat, but if the filly has no change in her bowels at all, should I suspect my mare isn't cycling yet?<< Actually, foal scours has nothing to do with the mares' cycle. It is strictly coincidental. Scours are caused by changes in the foals digestive system which often occur around the same the mare has her first heat cycle. Joe Glick Glick Family Farm Denver, PA [EMAIL PROTECTED]
