RE: Bad Santa

2008-12-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Great pictures Kristie. Thank you for posting them. How old is Izzy again. Gail Russell Forestville CA www.surprisevalleyvacation.com This message is from: Kristie Strange [EMAIL PROTECTED] I tried to take some festive photos

Silver Snaffles by Primrose Cummings

2008-11-22 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I just ordered this book from Amazon. Here is an interesting review. http://books.google.com/books?id=OUORutv2_r8Cpg=PA573lpg=PA573dq=%22silver+snaffles%22source=blots=VIk4F-9QGwsig=8v2s5vUc9ge1slz_WuRQHjISAt0hl=ensa=Xoi

RE: HUH? Speaking of quot;warmbloodsquot;

2008-11-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] A great argument for not cross breeding. Gail Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw Classified Ads: http://tinyurl.com/5b5g2f

RE: mangers

2008-11-18 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] They will pull it out, though completely breaking it up so it is loose does help. I would get some of the Nibble Net Hay nets orbuild a manger with Gridwall on top. I do not have all the links but there is someone on a on the EC

RE: Re: cold vs warm blood

2008-11-15 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Interesting. The only Haflinger I know personally is a very reactive horse, though big muscled and largish feet. He is quite jumpy, but has powerful floating movement. Gail Russell Intentionally I did not mention the Haflinger

RE: cold vs warm blood

2008-11-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] As far as I am concerned, it depends on the bloodlines. Some Fjords are hotter blooded than others. Here is an interesting question: Are Fjords considered cold or warm bloods? I've seen research to consider them both, but am curious

RE: Re: Ration Balancer?

2008-11-12 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] If you are considering testing thyroid, I would also join the Cushings Yahoo list and learn about the testing protocols they recommend for horses that are very easy keepers. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http

RE: Ration Balancer?

2008-11-11 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I suggest you subscribe to the Yahoo Cushings group and read their files. And to do so, even if you do not believe your horse has cushings. It would take a while, but you will learn enough about horse nutrition to make your own

Re: Winter riding boots

2008-11-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] TSC (Tractor Supply Co.) carries the Ariat Terrain. See http://tinyurl.com/5mto4f for a huge list of other sources, including State Line Tack, Dover Saddlery, Zappos, Sheplers, etc. It's good to be able to buy the shoe in person

RE: Re: Nibble-Net

2008-11-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] She does a great job. If you look on her website, there are some options you can add that it might be a little more difficult to do buying via Ebay. She makes them up specially after you purchase. I would probably get some more rings

RE: Re: Nibble-Net

2008-11-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Here is a site that discusses all kinds of slow feeding strategies. http://paddockparadise.wetpaint.com Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

RE: Winter riding boots

2008-11-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Do the Terrain boots go by another name. I cannot find them. http://www.equestrian-tack.com/arwiribopata.html This message is from: Jean Ernest [EMAIL PROTECTED] I like the Ariat Terrains for summer and the Ariat Terrain H2O

Blue Earth 2008 Video on YouTube

2008-10-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hey Fjord Friends!! So I finally finished my video for the 2008 Blue Earth Show and it is up on YouTube. Unfortunately YouTube has a limit as to the length that a video can be, so I had to split the video into two parts (each about 9

RE: Free Fjord in Oregon

2008-10-28 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have my doubts that the stumbling is a long term problem. I suspect this could be taken care of; Gail Anyone need a cute pasture ornament or need a possible therapy horse? Saw this guy on Craigslist and thought someone would want him

RE: Re: Nibblenets

2008-10-17 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] A bunker feeder is just a box on the floor...usually built in. The sort of thing cattle are fed in. Not many people feed horses in something like that because they tend to step in it. Gail Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription

Guard Donkey's

2008-10-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, I just wanted to let you know we purchased a jenny donkey just over a year ago to stay with our 60 head of beef cows, we were having a lot of trouble with coyote. I did a lot of research before buying one and talked to a lot of people

Tropical Rider Order

2008-10-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Has anyone else received their order placed around the 1st of September? We ordered at that time, but have heard nothing. Gail Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http

Keeping horse busy

2008-09-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Have a look at these. (I got this link thru the Equine Cushings Group.) http://www.busyhorse.com/testimonials.html Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com

RE: Mystery/tragedy

2008-09-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unless there is some sheet metal flying around in the wind, or that they could have run into, it sounds to me like a machete injury. I do not think a hatchet injury would be that long. Sounds like an assault to me. Costco has wireless

RE: Mystery/tragedy

2008-09-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I wanted to mention that I just had a near murder at an apartment building I manage, plus a bunch of copper and brass pipe stolen. SoI have been shopping for video camera warning signs. I have also had my son-in-law buy some video

RE: Re: Mystery/tragedy

2008-09-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I just spoke with a neighbor who said she knew of a horse that had similar injuries from running into trees. The hard part to explain is two of them. Are there low hanging branches that have no leaves or needles on them that they could

RE: Re: keeping Fjords busy

2008-09-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The Cushings list is a very good place to learn about horse nutritioneven for horses that are neither insulin resistant or Cushings. Also a good place to learn how to do away with expensive supplements like Quiessence and Remission

RE: Re: keeping Fjords busy

2008-09-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am forwarding this to the list for Janet, who is having problems posting. -- Original Message --- From : Janet[ mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent : 9/25/2008 9:29:25 PM To : [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc : Subject : FW: fjord list Hi Gail

RE: Keeping Fjords busy

2008-09-24 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] If they are actually cribbing, you will need a cribbing collar. If they are just munching on the wood (more likely), I think they are doing it because of some need that seems to appear at this time of year. I saw my Fjords licking an old

Re: Bitless Bridle?

2008-09-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have some experience with the Dr. Cook's style of bitless bridles. I have mixed feelings about them. I do not think they are necessarily more kind or humane to the horse than a bitted bridle -- it all really depends on the horse

Re: Treating abscesses

2008-09-17 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cruising the net, I see that Valley Vet, TSC (Tractor Supply), and many other sources carry the Animalintex poultice. Folks who've posted reviews at VV seem to like them very well for abscesses and injuries. Valley Vet product listing

Re: New NFHR Logo

2008-09-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Okay, I don't usually say much, but I'll chime in here: If you read about the 4-H, Scouting, or corporate logos, you'll find that every element of a logo usually has a specific meaning that contributes to the meaning of the whole

RE: Tropical Rider

2008-09-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] HELP, I am bogged down in choices of leg patches, knee patches, deerskin patches, synthetic patches. What are yours like? (I will need to wash mine fairly frequently.) This message is from: Vicki Johnston [EMAIL PROTECTED] For anyone

RE: Re: Source for Big Horse ball

2008-08-25 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] My Parelli ball only lasted 1 week before it was popped, I thought it must have been a fluke ordered another one it lasted 2 weeks. There is an Equi-spirit ball (or something like that) that is supposedly stronger. I finally

Picture of 72 inch ball in use

2008-08-24 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] This one looks like it would probably be too big? What do you all think. http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-61367419800176_1993_6960234 Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L

Looking for source of large horse ball

2008-08-23 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, I am looking for a place to purchase a *large* inflatable ball for use as a horse soccer ball and desentization tool. Equi-spirit has one that is 40 inches. I am looking for one that is a bit bigger, maybe five feet or even

[Fwd: Lee Smith - October 4,5,6]

2008-08-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm passing on this information about a riding clinic in the upper Midwest by Lee Smith on October 4-6. The clinic location is the KCB Equine Center, near Dassel, Minnesota, west of Minneapolis-St Paul. Contact the organizer Colette

Horse in Hickman, Nebraska

2008-08-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Y'all are awfully quick to judge. Don't you think you should investigate the OTHER side of the story first The horse's owner voluntarily asked for the city to annex his property into the city limits in 2006. Along with all

Blue Earth Results (large file)

2008-08-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hey everyone, me again :D Here are the results from the 2008 Blue Earth Show: Blue Earth 2008 Results Placing. Exhibitor/Owner-Horse (Number of Horses in class) 1. Weanling Colts Geldings (1) 1. David Alexander-Raylee Gunnar 2

BLUE EARTH 2008!!! (wrote a lot)

2008-07-27 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hey Everyone! Now that Patti Jo started about Blue Earth, it got me thinking and remembering about all that I saw, so…..where to begin….hr…..and warning-I wrote a lot….. So I came back this year with my chunky buddy Ivan as my

Re: 25th Anniversary Fjord Horse Show

2008-07-18 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The Northeast Fjord Horse Association (NFHA) Show Committee is busy getting ready for this special event on August 8-10 in Richmond, Mass. But you still have time to sponsor classes or divisions, place an ad in the show program, enter

Blue Earth Show Photos and Videos

2008-07-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone! Every year at Blue Earth I LOVE to take tons of pictures to help remember the event. Last year I tried to take as many pictures as I could, but because I also show, there were A LOT of classes and people who I missed

Re: On-trail fan clubs

2008-06-25 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] When I take my grey fjord, Tonka, out I get an interesting reaction. First, out here in CA where I live, hardly anyone knows what a fjord is. People ask me if that pony is one of those Iceland ponies. Then if they happen to know what

Re: On-trail fan clubs

2008-06-24 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yes, Fjords do have the cute factor in abundance. That's what most folks say about our wonderful horses at first, but when they see Fjords go to work, people are even more impressed with the calm, willing attitude most Fjords have. I

Re: Fjord

2008-06-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Try the NFHR pedigree search. It is easy to use. Here's a link: http://www.nfhr.org/ponyweb/ DeeAnna Carol Pastore wrote: information about the sire and the dam (s) of our two new fjords The FjordHorse List archives can

Midwest Fjord Horse Club tidbits, June 2008

2008-06-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] ** MWFHC Summer Newsletter info wanted! Send foal photos, articles, ads, and announcements to our intrepid newsletter editor Laurie With, [EMAIL PROTECTED] ** Timberland Hills Driving Trial July 5-6. Training level Driving

Re: electric fences

2008-06-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The old phrase your mileage may vary really applies to fencing! If we would use fiberglass or plastic posts for our main boundary fences, the whitetail deer would knock them out of commission in very short order. We tried a variety

Re: electric fences

2008-06-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Melinda Schumacher wrote: Why aren't the deer repelled by the current? They are, unless they don't see the fence in time to leap over or sneak under. Deer are especially distracted during the fall rut. The bucks will get to chasing

brag alert and supplement ?

2008-06-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Fellow Fjordies, I finally get to post a Brag Alert! I just competed in my first ever horse show with my cute Fjordhorse, Tonka. The show was Pleasure Days in CA near L.A. It was an open driving show and there were Friesians

Re: Cell phone numbers going public URBAN MYTH IGNORE

2008-06-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cell phones are not going public. Never have never will. http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2005/04/dnc.shtm --- On Thu, 6/5/08, Ronni Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Ronni Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Cell phone numbers going public

Re: Cell phone numbers going public -- BOGUS!!!!!

2008-06-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Kindly check out these oh-so-helpful public service alerts before deciding to inflict them on others. This message is BOGUS. See: http://www.snopes.com/politics/business/cell411.asp DeeAnna The FjordHorse List archives can be found

RE: brag alert and supplement ?

2008-06-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The judge who suggested supplements to get the coat to shine more may not have realized that Fjords generally have a coarser hair coat that naturally is not as shiny as a hotter blooded horse. Gail The FjordHorse List archives can

Re: More on branding

2008-05-27 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] ...None of the horses that I have that are branded have any pain or discomfort associated with the area Perhaps not after the brand is healed. I have a Belgian mare with a brand created long before I ever got her. She does

Re: how much time on pasture equals one flake of grass hay?

2008-05-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Or consider a grazing muzzle if you want a little more leeway on timing! DeeAnna Amy Goodloe wrote: Does anyone know how long a horse would need to be out on pasture to get the equivalent of a flake of grass hay?... The FjordHorse

Re: how much time on pasture equals one flake of grass hay?

2008-05-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] It depends on the type of grass they're eating, the overall condition of the pasture, and the season (and even the time of day). You're going to have to experiment a bit. How long does it take for your horses to eat their single flake

RE: Re: Hi Brigid + Park Drag News

2008-05-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Anyone hauling horses between CA and the MidWest? or Kentucky? My accountant knows a hauler who is going from Southern California, to Washington, to the Midwest fairly soon. Mitch Krause. 800 354 6773. I think he may be hauling

RE: Don't run with scissors

2008-05-18 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I found some blunt tipped scissors ...either seat belt or bandage...that are sharp enough and sturdy enough to hack away at a Fjord mane. Can't some one make us sharp grooming scissors with BLUNT TIPS? The FjordHorse List archives can

FW: Heads up! Purina horse feed - quot;unannounced recallquot;

2008-05-02 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I received the message below from our farrier. Gail As an FYI, I've heard from several sources that Purina has recalled many of their feeds due to the potential aflatoxins as a precautionary measure. It is not an announced recall

NFHA 25th Anniversary Show Features International Judge

2008-04-28 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Remmy Bron, a resident of the Netherlands, is scheduled to judge the 25th Anniversary Norwegian Fjord Horse Show, presented by the Northeast Fjord Horse Association, at the Berkshire Equestrian Center in Richmond, Mass. on the weekend

Re: NFHA 25th Anniversary Show Features International Judge

2008-04-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Remmy Bron, a native of the ?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags /Netherlands, is scheduled to judge the 25th Anniversary Norwegian Fjord Horse Show, presented by the Northeast Fjord Horse Association

Calling all MWFHC members....

2008-04-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hey, Midwest Fjord Horse Club members -- If you are a current MWFHC member, but you are ~not~ getting Club email announcements directly from me, kindly drop me a note with your email address. I will add it to the Club's membership

Re: Midwest Horse Fair volunteers?

2008-04-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Volunteers are needed to staff the MWFHC booth in the Coliseum. Please contact Bill and Irene Clark to volunteer -- even an hour of your time will be greatly appreciated. Booth Coordinators: Bill and Irene Clark 608-882-2098 or 608

Re: Fjords in Northeast therapeutic riding/driving programs

2008-04-11 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am researching places in the Northeast that use Fjords in their therapeutic riding/driving programs. So far, I've identified Winslow in Warwick, NY and High Hopes in Lyme, CT. Does anyone have information on other programs

Re: E-mail HELP

2008-03-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Log onto the email account that is receiving the FjordHorse messages. Do not use any other email account -- it just plain won't work. Create a new email message. Type this address in the TO line: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Do not type

Re: Wonderdust or dry sulpher.

2008-02-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] If this was my cat, I would first talk to my vet about cleaning up the wound area properly and checking it out properly. Matted, damp hair is not very good insulation, so it's not doing much to keep the cat warm. The gunk in the hair

RE: mare lost a baby

2008-02-23 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] There are sites on the Internet that look for nurse mares. I do not know where they are. --- Original Message --- From: Frederick J Pack[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 2/23/2008 9:08:24 PM To : fjordhorse

RE: Re:Fords facing East?

2008-02-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Facing east puts him broadside to South, where the winter sun comes from. Of course West facing would do the same. Is he consistently facing uphill or down? I would expect him to prefer facing uphill. Gail The FjordHorse List archives

Collar fit

2008-02-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] A collar should be fairly trim fitting, especially if a horse will be pulling a load. FOUR INCHES is way too much -- that's an invitation to sore shoulders. I suppose some people want to err on the side of too big on the theory

Re: Bit seats in molars

2008-02-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am absolutely no expert on bit seats. But I am a trained researcher. Here is some info I found on the pros and cons of bit seats: A bit seat is created by filing off the front corners of the large molars just behind the bars. Some

Re: We've got a CoverGirl and CoverFjord on the front of Driving Digest!!!!!

2008-01-28 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] And another thing that is nice to see, from my point of view, is that Linda has put the sleigh bells on correctly -- OUTSIDE the shafts. She'll have those bells in one piece a lot longer -- and I'm sure Reidar will be happier

MWFHC Winter Meeting info on website

2008-01-22 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The information for the Winter Meeting of the Midwest Fjord Horse Club is now on our website: http://mwfhc.org/ Click on Events. Dawn tells me that reservations for the meeting need to be sent to her by February 8th

Re: rosemaling

2008-01-20 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] They have rosemaling classes at the Vesterheim museum in Decorah, Iowa, near where I live and many rosemalers practice in the local area. I have studied rosemaling design concepts a little, not so much to do the painted version

Re: old wives tale?

2008-01-18 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Randomly found in Cherry Hill's new book, Horsekeeping Almanac on page 466 under Historical Horsekeeping: Colts should be castrated in April, or at the end of May. Colts castrated in the cold season of the year are likely to have

Re: Midwest Fjord Horse Club Winter Meeting Reminders

2008-01-17 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, guys, I'm the MWFHC website editor guilty as charged of ignoring her responsibilities in this area of her life. Give me a day or so and I'll have the website updated, including all the great info about the Winter Meeting. Sorry

Re: coat condition

2008-01-12 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have an almost three year gelding whose coat has never been as smooth and silky as my mares. I give them all flax seed and deworm them regularly. Is this just the texture of his coat and could he be lacking something nutritionally

Re: Keeping Warm Legs

2008-01-10 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] As a chap maker, I'm gonna toot my own horn a bit. Scroll down this page to see some woolie chaps I've made: http://classicbells.com/portfolio/portNdx.htm#other I used super-premium Angora hides from Austin Mohair, Harmony, Minnesota

Re: Winter Class Sleigh Rally postponed

2008-01-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Due to the rapidly melting snow in unbelievably warm weather, the Sleigh Rally in Stockbridge, Mass. originally scheduled for Sunday, January 13th is postponed until Sunday, January 20th. There is no official entry form at this time. You

Re: Winter Classic Sleigh Rally

2008-01-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Colonial Carriage Driving Society presents The Winter Classic Sleigh Rally on Sunday, January 13th (no snow date is Sunday, January 20th) at Orleton Farm, 31 Prospect Hill Road, Stockbridge, Mass. Parade of Sleighs begins at 11:00am

Re: oz channels houdini

2007-12-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I always put a belt and suspenders on those gates with the chain latch as you describe. I once watched one of our horses open the chain latch by rattling the gate repeatedly with his nose. It was clear to me that the horse knew

Re: Coccidiosis, Update on sick horse

2007-12-07 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] ...While coccidian organisms can infect a wide variety of animals, including humans and livestock, they are usually species-specific. One well-known exception is toxoplasmosis, caused by Toxoplasma gondii ...Genus Isospora

Re: Update on sick horse

2007-12-06 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Is this contagious?? Yes!!! It is spread by oral contact with food, water, hands, etc. that are contaminated with infected fecal matter. Humans, cats, dogs and many other critters can get coccidiosis -- wash up good after working

Re: Senate Bill 311

2007-11-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] So how is knowingly transporting an injured horse, or a horse for slaughter a bad thing? Oberleigh Farm Home to Oberon Pharley sons of Kongard. and Jeff the Sardinian mini donkey who thinks he's a fjord

Re: Amish and Fjords

2007-11-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Another comment on the Amish: Some people seem to get pretty starry eyed about the Amish as a group, as if all or most of them have some incredible talent with horse training, furniture making, quilting, or whatever. I'd say that some

For Sale Fjord Weanlings in Wisconsin

2007-11-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] FOR SALE FJORD WEANLINGS IN WISCONSIN weanling filly is sired by Skyview Henry, she was born 4-24-07, she is halter broke, ties, stands for farrier and clipping. The weanling colt is sired by LFF Ullend and out of a Holunder daughter, big

Opinions Needed! College Paper Topic on Fjords!!

2007-10-30 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi everyone! I am currently a student at Murray State University in Murray Kentucky, and in my English Composition class, it has been assigned to write an argument paper on a controversial issue. I spoke to my professor, and I have

RE: fjordhorse-digest V2007 #240, Fjords For Sale in Wisconsin

2007-10-20 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fjords For Sale in Wisconsin, I have 3 weanling fjords for sale, priced to sell, 2 fillies sired by Skyview Henry, and 1 stud colt out of LFF Ullend. All are weaned and halter broke. They should all mature 14 hands or better. $2000.00 each

You Tube Blue Earth Video

2007-09-28 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone Just though I'l let you know that I did post that video on Blue Earth, and if anyone would like to see it, go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDdubPzJ9w8 Hope you like it! Robin L Holland 8521 Springer Hall Murray KY

Introduction/Blue Earth Promo

2007-09-24 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] First off I would just like to introduce myself as a newly enlisted member of the digest. My name is Robin Holland, I am attending Murray State University in Murray Kentucky, and currently own a colt named Holden, and show a family owned

Re: club colors

2007-09-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Do any of the fjord clubs have official colors that they use for club t-shirts, letterhead, etc.? Please reply privately. Thanks, Kay in Western Mass. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

Re: Northeast Fjord Horse Show news

2007-09-10 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The 2007 show, presented by the Northeast Fjord Horse Association, was a resounding success! The show was held at a new site for the event, Winchester Stables in Newfane, Vermont during the weekend of August 24-26th. The scenery

RE: Moses Lake show - hotel issue

2007-09-10 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello Corrine I stayed there 5 nites 80.00 per night I booked less than a wk in advance There was some confusion about the length of my stay but I did get the nfhr rate Peggy Enge/Stanwood [Original Message] From: Scott and Corinne

driving on a road

2007-08-31 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I was wondering what other folks due for safety while driving down a paved road. We only want to drive a very short distance to access dirt drives, but want to be safe and keep the drivers alert and behaved. Ellen The FjordHorse List

biothane harness

2007-08-13 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am contemplating getting a biothane pairs harness.The one horse job I hate is cleaning leather.I know that there are many makers such as Camptown.Smuckers,Zilco,etc.Does anyone have any comments on these or what to look for or avoid

hauling harness

2007-08-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm looking for ideas on how to transport and store harness.When I had a singles harness,I put it in a Rubbermaid Action Packer.It fit well and the lid would not blow offf in the back of the pick up because it locks down.Now that I have

other life

2007-06-27 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am a mostly retired pharmacist ,now doing nature photography.Hooked my fjord pair to a cart for the first time this weekend.They were wonderful.Lots more fun than pushing pills! Ellen in Va. The FjordHorse List archives can be found

fjordhorse-digest

2007-06-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fjord Mare For Sale In Iowa Hi, I have been a lurker for some time know, I enjoy reading all the information posted here daily. Anyway I am from Wisconsin and have 8 fjord mares and a stallion, I have 3 babies this year, 2 from my stallion

epiphisitis (sp?)

2007-05-11 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] My 11 month old was diagnosed with epiphisitis (sp?).He has been in a stall for over 5 weeks now.Strict diet plus bute and ranitadine.He's still lame and I feel terrible leaving this baby locked up.The vet says she's 99.9% sure

I am sorry - this was not intended to be sent here.

2007-04-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] But it was, and now everyone is speculating on what the deal is and who the 'guilty' parties are...perhaps in all fairness the details should be released. Just my two cents from an outsiders perspective. --- Mike May, Registrar NFHR

Re: utube..wondering

2007-04-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] If you are sure, you can report them to utube and the video will be removed for copyright infringement. --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] i am just going to throw this out to see what everyone

Re: Moles..they make Freddy and Jason look like wimps

2007-04-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have tried everything, bayonet style traps, sonic generators, mole bait, poison gas, castor oil, urine. Either I've killed hundreds of them, or I have one uber-mole that cannot be killed. I can't believe that there isn't anything

Re: fjordhorse-digest V2007 #86

2007-04-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Just sent this to barbarolover, author of the YouTube video. To whom it may concern. Your Fjord video contains a copyrighted picture of our farm logo...Mother and foal in a caress. You have not asked permission to use this copyrighted

RE: encysted small stongyles

2007-03-20 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] How do you know it has worked well. I have done it, but have not known how to evaluate the results?-- The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

RE: Re: Encysted small strongyles

2007-03-20 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] HOw did you learnget the equipment? I have a girl friend who is a lab tech, but I think she said you have to get a bunch of dyes or such like to do them. My understanding is that they do not always shed the eggs, so a negative fecal

saddle fit

2007-01-10 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] from Bonnie in OR, I know two saddle makers that say just pad them more then the saddle will fit I wanted to ask them if they put heavy socks on with a tight pair of boots. It is hard to get the saddles to fit all the time when horses

saddle fit

2007-01-10 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

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