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May. 17, 2013, 11:23 PM
Two part question:
1) Has anyone dealt with/seen a horse with scratches so extreme that they went as high as the rump? horse is a tobiano, and had...
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May. 17, 2013, 02:25 PM
Not everyone has high speed internet.
I just drove over 2 hours to look at/pick up a horse based on photos, but she is young and not started.
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May. 16, 2013, 06:53 PM
Canada issues permits on our feral horses to keep numbers in check. we also have healthy predator numbers. Of course ours number in the 100s and...
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May. 13, 2013, 06:13 PM
Yes, I agree, but we are struggling with options/ideas. If you have other ideas, pass them on, but we are running low.
Legs do not stock up, just...
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May. 13, 2013, 10:40 AM
I have sent students to look at horses without me and will continue to do so. it saves them money (I do not work on commission) and makes it easier...
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May. 12, 2013, 11:24 AM
White horse with head and perhaps body that puffs up. Likely lymph (vet has seen many times). Looking for something to help with lymphatic drainage....
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May. 12, 2013, 11:15 AM
Seems my take on it was different. I am NOT worried about student leaving. Students come and go as their needs change. This is a good thing.
My...
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May. 11, 2013, 08:20 PM
Yep, exactly what I told her!
I like the owner, so will go look at the horse, but my trust level in the trainer has gone down the tubes so I will...
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May. 11, 2013, 02:06 PM
You could just say: "My vet doesn't want me doing much longing or repetitive circles with horse as his joints are starting to show his age."
You...
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May. 11, 2013, 01:58 PM
I bought a horse a little while ago that didn't want to take contact. I put him in a locking snaffle which really helped. As I can't show dressage in...
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May. 11, 2013, 01:54 PM
I like the idea of your name (first or last) being in the business name as it shows a certain pride. I also think it will "Google" better.
Plus,...
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May. 11, 2013, 01:20 PM
I recently sent a young adult student out to try a horse without me, as it is hard for us to find time to go shopping due to conflicting schedules. I...
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May. 10, 2013, 07:00 PM
repetitive circles may help with learning/training, but they are also very hard on the horse's joints. Quite the trade off.
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May. 9, 2013, 11:24 PM
jumping: I love my prestige. I have had it for 11 years now, and can't recall the model, but it is the one with the funny leather. I don't jump very...
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May. 9, 2013, 04:30 PM
Not much luck selling (recent deal fell through due to stupid parents), but I am buying.
Getting one examined for a student on Monday, have...
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May. 9, 2013, 04:22 PM
Although you hope it won't happen, I think it is a good idea to also make sure parents know what to do if their child falls off. It seems kids are...
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May. 7, 2013, 04:58 PM
If you don't have time you don't have time. if you have time, but want to be paid that is different.
How much does your BO go out of her way for...
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May. 6, 2013, 11:44 PM
But my question wasn't IF I should do this, but rather HOW I should best go about doing this to protect both parties. I do appreciate the replies...
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May. 6, 2013, 07:21 PM
The assumption police are on their way! Please stay calm until they arrive!
1) Kid did not contact me about horse, I contacted her as she had a...
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May. 6, 2013, 01:05 PM
Are you saying someone could be afraid of Dexter? ;)
Those are good points. The potential buyers are novice, so I need to make sure I cover all...
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May. 6, 2013, 12:29 PM
I love it when it is a show stabling, and the aisle is 10' wide and there are dogs tied to the stall fronts, so I am not only avoiding oversized...
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May. 6, 2013, 11:47 AM
I have someone interested in buying a horse from me with payments. We have decided that lease to own is the best situation. horse will remain with me...
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May. 5, 2013, 11:45 PM
Put cookies in your pockets, and then be interesting, but passive. Something like just brushing him or braiding his mane, but quietly with him tied...
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May. 5, 2013, 10:02 PM
Do you want them to be easily moveable, or are can they be heavy/semi permanent?
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May. 5, 2013, 04:02 PM
My blankets go from general use, to emergency use, to dog bed, to garbage. of course I have to throw them out then bury with regular garbage in the...
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May. 2, 2013, 07:11 PM
I agree with Rugbygirl and just want to add that the SPCA has an obligation to try to recover their costs by selling the horses at market value just...
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May. 2, 2013, 02:52 PM
Yes, that was what I was thinking of, the pony was "nerved" and it grew back. But there is the other way of temporarily doing it that only lasts a...
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May. 2, 2013, 02:16 PM
#1.
Sorry you are being forced to make this decision but it sounds like you have given her a great life and why not let her end it while still...
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May. 2, 2013, 01:50 PM
Is it possible the pony was nerved/blocked for the initial PPE, so the vet looked at the x-rays, but assumed it to be a non-issue as pony was sound,...
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Apr. 29, 2013, 01:13 PM
When we used to use Mag we were also told to water (not drench) just like the OP.
OP, there are some other dust suppressant options and some...
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About CHT
- Location:
- Alberta
- Occupation:
- Horse Trainer/Instructor
- Biography:
- I run a small boarding stable and teach lessons for riders interested in entry level hunters/jumpers and dressage.
Freeing worms from cans everywhere!
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