FW: The USDA Proposed Rule and You

2012-05-18 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber kenjock...@cshore.com From: National Animal Interest Alliance [mailto:supp...@naiaonline.org] Sent: Friday, May 18, 2012 12:19 PM To: Vanessa Weber Subject: The USDA Proposed Rule and You Important: If you received this email you were either referred

RE: Two mares for sale in CT phone/cell info.

2009-09-17 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber kenjock...@cshore.com My cell number is 860 961 9993. My email address is kenjock...@cshore.com. Vanessa -Original Message- From: owner-fjordho...@angus.mystery.com [mailto:owner-fjordho...@angus.mystery.com] On Behalf Of Vanessa N. Weber Sent

RE: Two mares for sale in CT

2009-09-17 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber kenjock...@cshore.com That's very funny! It's 13' 3. Sorry folks! ;-) Vanessa -Original Message- From: owner-fjordho...@angus.mystery.com [mailto:owner-fjordho...@angus.mystery.com] On Behalf Of ruth bushnell Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 1:50

Super laid back 6 year old mare for sale CT

2008-09-12 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone, I have a mare for sale named Zipper. I inherited her from my aunt Ginny Cowles, when Zipper was 2. She is absolutely the sweetest horse, but alas will probably never be one which my children will want to ride competitively

Lovely article on driving competiton with Fjord

2008-06-12 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, Click on this for a lovely article on a Fjord driving competitor. Vanessa http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=19742131 http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=19742131BRD=1630PAG=461dept_id BRD=1630PAG

60 horses in a shipping crash???

2007-10-28 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I just read an online article which sites the deaths of 9 horses, including Belgian Draft horses in a shipping crash in suburban Chicago. There were allegedly 60 horses in the crash. I've never heard of such a large rig. Has any one else

FW: IMPORTANT Hay Problems

2007-08-02 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ Sent: Monday, July 30, 2007 7:55 AM Subject: Hay Problems Georgia Ag Commissioner Tommy Irvin has alerted horse owners to be on the lookout for possible toxicity in alfalfa hay from Michigan and the upper midwest

Fabulous horse video

2007-07-24 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.leechvideo.com/video/view1975599.html The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

RE: Other Life

2007-07-01 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] In my 'other life', I am also a licensed social worker, LMSW (NY). I'm developing a specialty in working with families who have adopted foreign children, after adopting two myself. I also breed and show dogs as a hobby; mostly Cavalier King

Funny Fjord story

2007-06-30 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, As some of you may recall, I was given 4 Fjords by my aunt before she died. The two youngest were three and two respectively. The youngest is named Zipper. She was born a 'dummy foal' and got over it with no ill effects, but got

RE: clicker training

2007-04-25 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] If anyone wants to read a great book on this, track down Karen Pryor's book 'Don't Shoot the Dog!'. She started out training marine mammals and has written the book so that everyone can understand how this can affect your dogs, your kids

re:another great You Tube video

2007-04-24 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Many thanks, Jean! After watching 'your' video, I found myself watching one of 'my' horses, a Lipizzan, performing the capriole. This is the first time I've seen him 'in motion' since he left here as a youngster. I only bred 5 foals, so

RE: Another great You-tube videop

2007-04-23 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Many thanks, Jean! After watching 'your' video, I found myself watching one of 'my' horses, a Lipizzan, performing the capriole. This is the first time I've seen him 'in motion' since he left here as a youngster. I only bred 5 foals, so

Fjord Art Wanted for Book

2007-04-22 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, William Secord, an expert in animal art, is looking for paintings of horses that were done before 1950. He is looking for 'portraits', and doesn't want them of horses doing anything (i.e. driving, jumping, hunting etc

RE: Durango and Ram 1500

2007-03-25 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Jerry, I am having trouble identifying this on the Dodge website. Perhaps you could tell me what it is currently called. Mine is a Dodge diesel 1 ton, dually, full 8 foot bed, with an exhaust brake. Also, what is a dually? Vanessa

Dream Vehicle???

2007-03-23 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ok, my dream vehicle (I think), would be one which could easily pull a two horse trailer, have a back seat for 2 kids (ages 7 and 9), and space in the very back to transport some toy dogs to dog shows along with show gear and a couple

RE: Dream Vehicle??? Suburban???

2007-03-23 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hmmm, it is a favorite 'dog show' vehicle. I didn't know they came that heavy. Has anyone out there used one to haul? Vanessa -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of CNielsen Sent

Driving mare or lawn ornament?

2007-03-22 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, I have a young 5 year old mare that I need to rehome. She's had some excellent ground work training but she comes up lame in the right hind when ridden. We've had her vetted up the ying yang and we can't figure out what's wrong. My

RE: OCD Attn Steve White

2007-01-31 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I doubt it, but I'll check. She's been living at a very fastidious training barn for about a year. One would think the farrier would pick it up at the very least, but I'll look again. The trouble seems to be in the right rear leg, somewhere

RE: OCD Attn Steve White

2007-01-30 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks Steve, Here is the bulk of my original post: I have a Fjord who has some lameness in her back end, that we cannot account for. She was just four when we picked it up. I took her to the best veterinary diagnostic facility and we did

RE: OCD Attn Steve White

2007-01-29 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I presume that the vets doing the xrays and dye study should have been able to see this? Or is it possible that what they think is a 'bone island' is really one of these chips? Thank you for your input! Vanessa -Original Message

RE: OCD

2007-01-28 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Is there any treatment for it later? I have a Fjord who has some lameness in her back end,that we cannot account for. She was just four when we picked it up. I took her to the best veterinary diagnostic facility and we did xrays, die scans

RE: Horse polution

2007-01-07 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unreal! At the same time the government is 'concerned' that we are losing farms in general and are paying huge supplements to keep some of them going. At least I think so. Vanessa -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto

RE: Despair

2007-01-07 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Gail, Yes, we have a pretty active horse council. We will be meeting with them on this. I have a feeling that this is going to become a really big issue here with threats of lawsuits and more on a political level. I am not looking

RE: Despair

2007-01-07 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I totally agree. Thanks for the testing suggestions too. I think there must be some silly reason behind this, and that it's not just the horse poop. I think they may be hiding something else behind that. I will be finding out more

Despair

2007-01-06 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, I am so frustrated and angry, I had to share with this list. I live in Connecticut next to a state park. My sister and I sold a large piece of our property to the state so that it could be used for our very active group

RE: Fjords as Draft Horses and Lipizzans

2006-11-30 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Males are 15.1 -15.2 on average. Mares are smaller. What both breeds also have in common is that their withers are almost at the same level as the back, which makes them look larger than they are. In some breeds, i.e Thoroughbreds

Fjords as Draft Horses and more

2006-11-29 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, I just thought you might be interested to know that the Kentucky Horse Park considers Fjords as Draft Horses. They are kept in the Draft Barn there. Also, they remind me a bit of the Lipizzans I used to have. They are about

RE: Heads Up On Pellets

2006-11-08 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Which brand do you use? Vanessa -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 08, 2006 12:54 PM To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: Re: Heads Up

PMU Rescue Fjords

2006-11-08 Thread Vanessa N. Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N. Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone, I found some PMU Fjords and Fjord crosses through the PMU Rescue Group. http://www.pmurescue.org/ They all seem to be in Alberta, Canada. You can see them if you go to the site above and do a search by breed. Leave all other

Re: Green Valley Farm Newsletter

2006-07-27 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, What does it consist of? Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: Green Valley Farm Date: 7/27/2006 5:33:22 PM To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: Green Valley Farm Newsletter This message is from: Green

RE: age to breed

2006-07-15 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks! I'm really not trying to rush into breeding. I've already bred Lipizzans, (I had 5 foals over 10 years - so I have a clue about the process.) The last time I did that I was boarding elsewhere as I am now...and it's too expensive

Age of mare at first foaling

2006-07-14 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone, I wondered if you could let me know what age range you think is appropriate for a mare to be bred and foal for the first time. I'm as interested in how old she can be as what a suitable younger age is. I've inherited 4 mares

RE: Age of mare at first foaling

2006-07-14 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear Fred, Thanks for the feedback. Do you have a maximum age that a mare should be bred for the first time? I know that in dogs we hesitate to breed if the bitch is over 4 or 5 for the first time. Would you have any reservations if I

Re: Carol's filly

2006-05-29 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] There's also Xenia. Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 05/28/06 11:36:26 To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: Carol's filly This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] How about X-Hale? A beautiful

RE: TEACHING FJORDS TO WORK FROM BACK TO FRONT

2006-04-19 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] In human babies this is called the 'stranger anxiety' phase. It takes about 9 months to kick into gear and lasts for another 9 months or more. Basically about the time babies get attached to their mother (usually,) they begin to distinguish

Re: Eby Trailer for sale

2006-04-14 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, Can you tell me more about the trailer? Age, # of horses it will carry, gooseneck, stock etcand where you are? Many thanks! Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 04/14/06 10:29:43 To: [EMAIL

13 Western saddle

2005-12-08 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, Does anyone know where I can locate a 13 Western saddle to fit our Fjords? Even a 14? I got three Western saddles initially but they really are not good ones. Apparently they were all made in Pakistan and this company has been churning

New Mexico and dogs

2005-11-30 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, My kids and I will be coming down to visit my family in Santa Fe, the weekend of December 15 -19. I'm hoping to be able to bring two small dogs, under the seat, and turn them over to an elderly lady from Las Cruces. It will be too

Re: Questions about The Fjord Foundation?

2005-11-27 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] We have two a health foundation for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels too. The Portuguese Water Dog Foundation is exemplary and is cited as one of the best ever by the AKC for the work they have done in eradicating health problems. The AKC also

Re: Questions about The Fjord Foundation?

2005-11-27 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Well that and the fact that you've been able to eradicate at least one major heritable defect that I can think of, which is more than most of the other health oriented groups have done. At least that is what I recall having read at one point

Luck

2005-11-24 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, Just wanted to share my good luck this evening. My kids and I went to muck stalls at the barn and when we were finished, I told the kids to go sit in the car and to keep the car doors open so I could see where I was going

Real issues on 'missing fjord'

2005-10-15 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am sorry that Cynthia was angered by my post. That was not my intention. I listed the 'stolen horse' website because I thought it might be a resource for people. If anyone looks at the site, I think you will agree that the listings deal

RE: Real issues on 'missing fjord'

2005-10-15 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Good. We are tracking! Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: Karen McCarthy Date: 10/15/05 11:21:01 To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: RE: Real issues on 'missing fjord' This message is from: Karen McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: Missing Fjord - not

2005-10-13 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Karen, Thanks for the update on this. How awful. I had no idea! I will do my best to deal with this person and put my best mental health hat on. Vanessa N Weber (MSW) ---Original Message--- From: Karen McCarthy Date: 10/13/05

Stolen horses; useful info to read and keep

2005-10-13 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Go to this link regarding 'stolen horses' http://www.netposse.com/ Vanessa [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type Image/jpeg which had a name of faint_grain.jpg]

Trailers and Vehicles

2005-10-11 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All, I am thinking of getting a vehicle and a trailer to pull my horses with and wondered what to buy. I absolutely need a back seat so I can bring my kids with me. I can't afford a huge amount but would like a minimum 2 horse trailer

Re: Linebreeding and inbreeding vs outcrossing

2005-09-27 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I wasn't referring to outcrossing in terms of other breeds (i.e. TBs, QH, Arabs etc), I was talking about outcrossing within FJords, i.e. breeding to totally unrelated Fjords. Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: Ruth Bushnell

Re: Linebreeding and inbreeding

2005-09-26 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks, Janet. I find this whole topic sort of confusing. As a long time dog breeder (I've bred several breeds - mostly spaniels), and having bred Lipizzans briefly, I find that horse and dog people seem to use the terms line breeding

Re: Growth rates, plates and early training

2005-09-23 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] By the way, just so you know that I have a sense of humour about my size, I recently joined the following e-list: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: Vanessa N Weber Date: 09/23/05 10:41:40 To: fjordhorse

Growth rates, plates and early training

2005-09-23 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, My new Fjord Dixie is 3 and will be 4 in the Spring. I'm thinking of getting her started by someone else and then gradually training her myself. I'm about 220 pounds and short - about 5 1. My current instructor thinks I have the skill

Re: clumsy horse question

2005-09-09 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm wondering about EPM (Equine Protozoa Myelitis). I don't know if you have it up there (Minnesota). We do here. Whatever this is, it sounds neurological and possibly progressive. Vanessa Weber ---Original Message--- From: Gina

Re: Fungus and Betadine Scrub

2005-09-07 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks! I called the vet yesterday and they also recommended Pete's Equine Remedy. Ever heard of that? Also, have you ever used the Stop and Shop brand of Apple Cider vinegar? From the label it looks as if the apple juice is ok. Not sure

Re: Fungus and Betadine Scrub

2005-09-05 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks, this is great! Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: snafflesnshelties Date: 09/05/05 12:05:23 To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: Re: Fungus and Betadine Scrub This message is from: snafflesnshelties [EMAIL

Best Veterinary sites, horse sites?

2005-09-04 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Again, Persuant to my earlier request for information on this 'fungus', would anyone be willing to tell me what they believe to be the best veterinary sites online for horses that I could access. Also, the best sites on horses in general

Fungus and Betadine Scrub

2005-09-04 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] My vet came by the other day to float one of the Fjords, and mentioned a fungus he saw on the legs of one of the other ponies. He said it could easily be taken care of with Betadine scrub. He didn't say for how long or what else to do. He

Tolt and Icelandics?

2005-09-04 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Everyone, Someone asked me yesterday whether Fjords did the 'tolt'. They then surmised that maybe it was Icelandic Ponies who did that. As I'm new to Fjords and hadn't heard of this could someone tell me what the 'tolt' is and which

Re: Hurricane and friends...

2005-08-31 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hey Jeanne, Could you give us that website info? Thanks, Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: Jeanne Zuker Date: 08/31/05 17:41:03 To: Steve Subject: Hurricane and friends... This message is from: Jeanne Zuker [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: Western Saddle:Correction

2005-08-26 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sorry, the stirrups are too long and I can't shorten them. Not the other way around. Vanessa ---Original Message--- From: Vanessa N Weber Date: 08/26/05 17:40:47 To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Subject: Western Saddle question

Allergies and bedding?

2005-08-18 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, Has anyone ever had a Fjord that has had an allergic reaction to bedding? One of mine may be experiencing this on her front pasterns. Any information on this and how it has been handled will be greatly appreciated. Vanessa Weber

Mass show?

2005-08-12 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, Is anyone on this list going to the Mass show next weekend? I'm going to be chairing a dog show (Cavalier King Charles Spaniels) nearby in Sturbridge, but if my Pres and co-chair allow me, I'm going to try and sneak away for a couple

Re: Gene Pool

2005-08-11 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yes, Lipizzans have the same problems. I used to own several and my first one, now retired, is full sister to one of the top stallions in the country. To make a long story short, her breedable babies are all outcrosses (Lip/Arabian), (Lip/TB

Re: Ruthie, thank you for the compliment

2005-08-10 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] The way I read it is that it's like neutering male dogs so you don't have to worry about controlling indiscriminate breeders. At least with me I don't place unneutered male dogs in homes with people who are likely to be 'back yard breeders

Re: Feeding

2005-08-09 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Jean, Well we measured the hay today and a flake is 4 pounds. All the Fjords are getting 2 flakes in the morning and in the evening - so 16 pounds a day. That didn't seem to be enough for Zipper. She started losing weight on that even

Re: yet another question on feeding

2005-08-01 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Jean, If you don't mind my asking how do you take care of the Fjords in the winters in Alaska? Does it ever get too cold for them? I presume you have a barn for them so they can get out of the wind - do you ever heat it? Vanessa

Re: In season? Kids on trails? Pellets and founder?

2005-07-31 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Right now Zipper is on a low protein feed. I'll find out more from the barn manager ASAP. We were feeding just enough to put wormer and grow-colt in it. Now I think she's getting one and a half quarts. Other than the pellets for the wormer

Testing and next question

2005-07-29 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Again, Well my 'testing' email came through but I got sort of a strange note from Major Domo, which I didn't understand. Let's see if this one goes through with less fanfare. First, my two year old, Zipper has been losing weight

Testing

2005-07-28 Thread Vanessa N Weber
This message is from: Vanessa N Weber [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm new and have been having trouble posting on this list. If I see that I ve come through, I'll post something more interesting next time. Vanessa Weber Westbrook, CT (with 4 new Fjords) [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type Image

changing address?

2005-07-18 Thread Vanessa N Weber
Hi, Is there any way you could change my address from [EMAIL PROTECTED] com to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Many thanks, Vanessa N Weberattachment: BackGrnd.jpg