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by exvet
Mon Mar 25, 2024 5:07 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Want to float an idea past you wonderful people
Replies: 3
Views: 56

Want to float an idea past you wonderful people

I'm on the board for our local chapter of the Arizona Dressage Association. I have already decided to sponsor (and become apply for partner show status for our schooling show series - 3 planned for this year) for National Dressage Pony [& Small Horse] Awards. I was one of the original seed spons...
by exvet
Sun Mar 24, 2024 1:46 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Maia likes to swap behind too if I'm not giving her to space to really open up. So cantering in the arena is a disaster. Outside is great, and even better if it's uneven ground ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ One of the suggestions I got from my bodyworker is lateral work, specifically things like shoulder/haunches in. ...
by exvet
Sat Mar 23, 2024 7:30 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

So no lessons this weekend or next weekend. I took my truck for an overall maintenance check, has only 52,000 miles, Dodge 2500 diesel 2016. It's still there for servicing. Other than replacing all the brake rotors and pads the rest is just routine flushing of all fluids and maintenance - $3400 out ...
by exvet
Mon Mar 18, 2024 10:27 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Perfect coat blob. Love strawberry roans especially those with the Welsh stamp :) RP looks pretty well balanced and attentive in his pics.
by exvet
Mon Mar 18, 2024 1:01 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Had a couple of more lessons today. Things went pretty well considering all the weather we've had lately. Both boys showed some good stuff. Plan on introducing the double to Junior in a couple of weeks. I purchased a bridle that fits him well and will be back in the Valley in a couple of weeks (East...
by exvet
Fri Mar 15, 2024 9:06 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Congratulations khall! and good job Gaila! You have another really cute one there.
by exvet
Fri Mar 15, 2024 2:55 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

My mares all went well over their due date ~ usually would foal around 350+ days. Keeping fingers crossed khall. We're in for a week of wet weather so not sure how much riding we'll get done but I just received Junior's new double bridle. Bought it through my Welsh Cob grape vine from someone who ha...
by exvet
Tue Mar 12, 2024 12:15 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Blob, I choose to ride Junior first because he really needs the cooler ride times/temps. There have been times where I rode Brandon after my friend's prickly personality horse and we both had great rides. It's apparent they tend to feed off of each other but I can get that at shows too. One way or a...
by exvet
Mon Mar 11, 2024 1:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Got a lesson on each of the boys yesterday. The weather was absolutely gorgeous. The contrast between my two is becoming more and more noticeable. Junior was uninspired for the first third of my lesson but I was eventually able to get him in front of my leg and keeping with my seat. I was told that ...
by exvet
Mon Mar 04, 2024 11:46 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

Aleuronx All I can say is you know your horse best. For Junior I absolutely have to start slow and first ask for him to connect to the hand even if I'm giving him a lot of rein. I also must start in the 'pony' trot and build up to really motivating him to move forward and over the back. I do this at...
by exvet
Sat Mar 02, 2024 8:36 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Trailering Insurance
Replies: 4
Views: 249

Re: Trailering Insurance

I've had US Rider for over 25 years and have had decent experiences in every situation that I've had to call. The only one that was a close miss was when I had a flat on my trailer between Phoenix and Flagstaff in what's known as the curves. The guy that came out to help didn't have a jack large eno...
by exvet
Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:39 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 76
Views: 2083

Re: In like a lion, out like a lamb - March and April Goals and Progress

My eyes are set on June. That is when our next recognized show is which I plan to attend. We have one in Tucson in a couple of weeks but I don't plan to drive for 4 hours for disappointment or to find out what I already know. I hope to ride Junior in fourth level and Branfon at second level in June ...
by exvet
Mon Feb 26, 2024 10:35 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Closing out since I work until March 1st. The next two months is going to be all about balance and forward for me. My last few lessons have been more focused in establishing the horses' balance correctly appropriate for the level. I have been working a lot on transitions within each gait and lots of...
by exvet
Mon Feb 26, 2024 10:21 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

I'm sorry about the situation with your mom, Tanga, I can't imagine how stressful it must be. Show this weekend was a mixed bag. Friday he warmed up well in the big warm-up arena and then I went into the dressage arena to practice some geometry before our rides Sat and Sun. In the actual arena, it ...
by exvet
Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:59 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

It has been confirmed. I have one who is more than willing to engage but is reticent to put the power in lifting back up off the ground (ie, needs to have faster footfalls behind) and one who is wanting to take over, dictate the ride and do anything to avoid engagement. Despite this, I had good less...
by exvet
Fri Feb 23, 2024 1:34 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Sounds like a practical and knowledgeable workshop SF. Glad you're getting a lot out of it. I don't know this person but I'm assuming she's someone well known in the barefoot circles. Does she have a web site or Facebook page that would give more information about her?
by exvet
Mon Feb 19, 2024 11:14 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Good luck at your show Blob. Glad that MM is doing well too. It sounds like whatever 'releases' or sensations RP experienced weren't totally bad maybe even 'unlocked' some adhesions or issues that you've been chasing.
by exvet
Sat Feb 17, 2024 11:48 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Wow, Flight, glad y'all are alright; but, I've had a similar experience with a friend's pony. Nerve wracking to say the least. Chisamba I hope your travels are safe and the visit all that you both need it to be. Junior is coming along well. We just need to build back his stamina. I had a lesson on B...
by exvet
Wed Feb 14, 2024 12:36 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Chisamba I hear you. I'm a vet and I have trainer after trainer tell me I need to scope this one for this or do x-rays on that one for that. They still look down their nose at me when I tell them why I don't need to..................so I have gone ahead at their badgering and poured the money out fo...
by exvet
Tue Feb 13, 2024 1:07 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Riding is such a rollercoaster, ha. After 2 weeks of really, really good canter work with RP, I went ahead and signed up for a show end of Feb. Almost as soon as the entries were sent, I had 3 really bad canter days in a row with him. 2 under saddle and one on the lunge. Then we got 3 days of rain ...
by exvet
Fri Feb 09, 2024 1:29 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

We've had a lot of snow requiring that the horses remain inside their stalls. Three horses pent up with energy to burn, not good. We closed work early today due to the road conditions. I came home and tended to the dogs and then the horses. I let each one out in between snow squalls to roll and bla...
by exvet
Thu Feb 08, 2024 11:26 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

We've had a lot of snow requiring that the horses remain inside their stalls. Three horses pent up with energy to burn, not good. We closed work early today due to the road conditions. I came home and tended to the dogs and then the horses. I let each one out in between snow squalls to roll and blas...
by exvet
Fri Feb 02, 2024 2:21 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Thank you guys. It's finally starting to really sink in. I tend to be more of a robot in terms of getting things done that have to be done and then the aftermath hits, often when it's not expected. Still I am so grateful for the bonds I've shared with my 4-legged family. I came home from work yester...
by exvet
Thu Feb 01, 2024 1:18 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Glad to read that you're doing better Chisamba. Like Moutaineer our weather that last several days has been wonderful. I've had to work the last couple of days as well as today, then I load the horses tonight after work and head down the mountain hoping to beat the wet weather headed our way. After ...
by exvet
Tue Jan 30, 2024 1:30 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: What’s in your car?
Replies: 11
Views: 675

Re: What’s in your car?

Car needs a good clean out! Have stool to help mom get in. Keep receipts for horse stuff but mostly just needs a good clean out. Truck has new and the dogs in it right now. Use it mostly for hauling these days. At the vet with Rip. Scope upper airway. Last one in December was not great so see how t...
by exvet
Tue Jan 30, 2024 1:28 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

oh no, Chisamba--vertigo is awful. I hope the antibiotics start kicking in quickly and you find your equilibrium. Mountaineer, can't wait to see pics of the burgundy jacket. I don't usually think of shades of reds on chestnuts, but there is a boarder at my barn with a lovely chestnut mare who has a...
by exvet
Mon Jan 29, 2024 2:20 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Yay Junior! Exvet why is Brandon unsteady in the contact? I ask with a purpose. I've had opinions from not strong enough, not supple enough, bad bit fit, mouth shape. Tongue shape. What do you think it is? I mean it's a problem lots of us have to solve. I have an inner ear infection with vertigo so...
by exvet
Sun Jan 28, 2024 1:29 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: What’s in your car?
Replies: 11
Views: 675

Re: What’s in your car?

Veterinary medical books - mostly surgery (I love pictures), behavior, emergency, toxicity - my day. I know so much is available on line or through Apps which I do use but there's just something about opening up a resources and having it laid out in front of you that gives me more confidence. That's...
by exvet
Sat Jan 27, 2024 11:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

I really enjoy kick boxing and working with weights. I know, not the norm, but my room mate in college was a body builder and got me into both. She felt I was too committed to running LOL. I've had to cut back on the running due to my knees and hips but I can still pull out a pretty decent 5K. I had...
by exvet
Tue Jan 23, 2024 12:52 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

I appreciate all the well wishes. His 24 hour NPO is up and I just fed him a small amount of hay which is already gone. I'll check him again in one hour and if he's still doing well he'll get some more hay. He is already demonstrating a snotty nose which isn't surprising but I'm hoping the antibioti...
by exvet
Mon Jan 22, 2024 7:16 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Thanks y'all. So far he's okay. He's hungry but is not allowed to be fed anything but small amounts of hay starting tonight so 24 hours without any food. He's coughing but mostly seems to be irritated airway at least for now. He's constantly talking to me which is good.
by exvet
Mon Jan 22, 2024 3:29 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Huge, huge scare last night. We're getting rain on and off so we've been bringing the horses into their stalls when it's raining to spare our turn out from being torn up too much. I rode both boys before the rain started. Both were fine and well. I left to go take care of my mother and touched base ...
by exvet
Sat Jan 20, 2024 1:29 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

So to clarify, I admire a well turned out pair. I just feel that many in our area have gone over the top. It feels like you're entering project runway or New York Fashion Week. To add to Blob's comment on the spurs, why would you want to draw attention to parts that might not be 'where' you expect t...
by exvet
Fri Jan 19, 2024 3:29 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Improving shoulder freedom
Replies: 9
Views: 687

Re: Improving shoulder freedom

I had a real challenge with this with the stinker pony when he was under saddle. What helped - trained spanish walk & piaffe in hand; lots and lots and lots of SI to leg yield to SI to med across a short diagonal; passage; work on the square going back and forth between turn on the haunches and ...
by exvet
Fri Jan 19, 2024 3:21 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Minor peeve... why do show coat manufacturers currently feel the need to show their coats on wild-haired models apparently wearing a size too small and who appear to be twerking at the camera? I know this makes me sound like an old bat, but I really want a show coat to make me look elegant, not lik...
by exvet
Wed Jan 17, 2024 1:33 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Very nice pictures chisamba. Honestly I think I thrive with my horses that have been noted as living with a ceiling. You accept the limits and work to perfect all basics and then the diamond is there ;) Monty had/has a limited walk and canter; but, he got me there due to his heart and temperament. W...
by exvet
Sun Jan 14, 2024 11:49 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

I cannot explain how irritated i get when i write a thoughtful update. Hit post and it disappears. You don't need to because I've had it happen to me a few times too. Rode both boys today in the outdoor arena. Both were very good. We just worked on the basics. Brandon's walk to canter transitions a...
by exvet
Sun Jan 14, 2024 2:40 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Well I wouldn't say that the ponies enjoy the snow but they're dealing with it just fine. Finally was able to get some work done with all the horses yesterday and it looks even better for riding today. I rode Junior down to the arena on Friday and ran into some of the boarders at the barn who were t...
by exvet
Tue Jan 09, 2024 1:23 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Ugh. Need jingles for Gaila. She’s just over 7 weeks away from her due date and she started to bag up slightly. Way too early for that. So hauled her in and US shows early stages of placentitis so now she’s on SMZs and equioxx to keep her from foaling too soon. Cross your fingers treatment works an...
by exvet
Mon Jan 08, 2024 3:33 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Blob, let me know if you pursue the taping and if so, what you think. As stated in the past Brandon is straighter than desired from the stifles down and has intermittently fixated stifles. He's been doing much better with all the hill work, backing, etc; however, one of my instructors noticed that w...
by exvet
Mon Jan 08, 2024 1:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Glad you have had some forward progression with RP on the canter, Blob. I'm sorry that I don't remember but have you tried PEMF therapy or taping? Molly swears by it; but, some of the research I did on PEMF wasn't all that impressive (peer-reviewed articles). We have had almost 3 inches of snow so h...
by exvet
Sat Jan 06, 2024 2:48 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

Cute guy Ponichiwa. Congrats! I rode both boys in the frigid temps yesterday and they were both good. Junior is really loving the cooler (colder) weather and finding energy and forward I never knew he had..........we attempted and being a true Southerner (superstitious) I'm not going to say it out l...
by exvet
Wed Jan 03, 2024 12:33 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: ANY help with conservatorship, Adult Protective Services
Replies: 25
Views: 1962

Re: ANY help with conservatorship, Adult Protective Services

Tanga, I hope you find the resources you need to help your mother. I think the number of similar scenarios is far more than people realize or care to admit. I have a cousin who is cut from the exact same cloth as my brother. She burned through any and all money she had, having lived off her parents ...
by exvet
Mon Jan 01, 2024 3:57 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: New Arrival/ Reason for lack of Kringling
Replies: 10
Views: 3140

Re: New Arrival/ Reason for lack of Kringling

I don't know why I didn't see this until today but belated congratulations!
by exvet
Mon Jan 01, 2024 3:56 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: ANY help with conservatorship, Adult Protective Services
Replies: 25
Views: 1962

Re: ANY help with conservatorship, Adult Protective Services

Was there an original trust or will after your step-father passed away? I don't have any answers or suggestions for you but I've been dealing with a somewhat similar situation (though must admit it was right under my nose for years.) Perhaps some of my actions may give you ideas on what could be don...
by exvet
Mon Jan 01, 2024 1:44 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)
Replies: 153
Views: 7743

Re: Trotting on to 2024 - Goals, Progress and More (Jan-Feb)

The next two months is going to be all about balance and forward for me. My last few lessons have been more focused in establishing the horses' balance correctly appropriate for the level. I have been working a lot on transitions within each gait and lots of bending lines. I have two instructors in ...
by exvet
Sun Dec 31, 2023 11:58 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Powering through to the end: November December Goals and Progress
Replies: 194
Views: 269618

Re: Powering through to the end: November December Goals and Progress

Gosh, good tidings and well wishes for all who could use them! Before I forget, I hope all have a safe start to the New Year and HAPPY 2024! My lessons on Saturday morning were absolutely divine. I was told that in two weeks Junior had made significant improvement. Nothing better than a coach/instru...
by exvet
Sat Dec 30, 2023 2:21 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Powering through to the end: November December Goals and Progress
Replies: 194
Views: 269618

Re: Powering through to the end: November December Goals and Progress

Last summer was the first in a very long time that Morgan, aka stinker pony, required any treatment for his allergies. He's living in a part of Phoenix that actually didn't have any palo verde trees for miles but I suspect our ever declining air quality may be to blame or someone in my friend's neig...
by exvet
Wed Dec 20, 2023 1:14 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Powering through to the end: November December Goals and Progress
Replies: 194
Views: 269618

Re: Powering through to the end: November December Goals and Progress

Chisamba I'm very sorry to read about your poor dog. I had a similar experience as a child and have never forgotten it. I hope you continue to find a way to grieve that helps you heal and helps your son. You are a wonderful Mom!

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