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by ZinniaZ
Sat Feb 09, 2019 2:13 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Linden- how are you doing?
Replies: 19
Views: 13438

Re: Linden- how are you doing?

any news on you, linden?
by ZinniaZ
Mon Dec 10, 2018 12:07 am
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

awww, great photo! congratulations!

as for trot buck canter trot transitions-- right there with ya. Winter is harrrrd.
by ZinniaZ
Sat Dec 08, 2018 1:37 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Obligatory blanketing post
Replies: 18
Views: 12844

Re: Obligatory blanketing post

Great white north here. I blanket any horsxe that shivers. No clipping. I blanket for wet precipitation-- wet snow, rain, freezing rain, etc. I don't blanket for dry snow or mild snow. I blanket some if temps dip below say fifteen below. I blanket low in the heirarchy horses for any unusual weather.
by ZinniaZ
Sat Dec 08, 2018 12:53 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

yesterday, we had ridus interruptus so we ended up outside on the cold icy ground. went down the drive a bit and he was fine with the giant tarp covering the hay and the trailer that is covered in a new trailer cover. he was scared of a snow boulder on the driveway and when we turned to head home, h...
by ZinniaZ
Thu Dec 06, 2018 11:15 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

That's a structure! Just maybe a loose structure, which sounds good for your horse.
by ZinniaZ
Wed Dec 05, 2018 6:32 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

how do you all structure your work weeks for your five year olds? I try to stick to a decent organized plan but sometimes I waffle around.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Dec 02, 2018 4:19 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: "cool backed" horse and magnesium
Replies: 18
Views: 14355

Re: "cool backed" horse and magnesium

I did a few things. 1. Added magnesium and vitamin e to his feed. (I think this has made the most difference as I was doing all the other things before.) 2. Use Back on track blanket and saddle pad on coldest days and normal blanket on moderately cold days to keep his back from getting too cold. 3. ...
by ZinniaZ
Sun Dec 02, 2018 1:03 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: "cool backed" horse and magnesium
Replies: 18
Views: 14355

Re: "cool backed" horse and magnesium

I am notcing a continuing big difference. His canter is better than it has EVER been. He has winter exuberance but he no longer feels cranky and stuck in his back.
by ZinniaZ
Fri Nov 30, 2018 11:34 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Linden- how are you doing?
Replies: 19
Views: 13438

Re: Linden- how are you doing?

true, what state are you in? Can you receive cards/ little packages?
by ZinniaZ
Tue Nov 27, 2018 1:37 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: magnesium-- does it actually matter what kind you buy?
Replies: 8
Views: 7588

magnesium-- does it actually matter what kind you buy?

I've been using mag restore on Joey and the difference in his canter is miraculous. I am thrilled with how his back feels now but mag restore is a pain in the neck to get. Does it actually make a difference what you buy?
by ZinniaZ
Mon Nov 26, 2018 11:54 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?
Replies: 11
Views: 8484

Re: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?

piedmontfields wrote:That is an adorable video and I love the name Joey Zinnia! I was expecting a bit more hopping, though.



My Joey is more of s hopping up and down boy. My friend said we could have done s video like this at the last show of the season. Would have been hilarious. :)
by ZinniaZ
Sun Nov 25, 2018 11:38 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Linden- how are you doing?
Replies: 19
Views: 13438

Re: Linden- how are you doing?

I didn't realize you were in the hospital-- thinking of you, Linden.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Nov 25, 2018 6:22 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?
Replies: 11
Views: 8484

Re: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?

Hayburner wrote:Omg - Loved the video and your narrating! He was stinker that's for sure, but he's also a very pretty mover!

This certainly had me laughing


oh, it's not me-- it's a video I saw online. :)
by ZinniaZ
Sun Nov 25, 2018 3:53 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?
Replies: 11
Views: 8484

Re: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?

scruffy the cat wrote:Really my favorite video EVER. I could watch it over and over and over again. I have, actually.


me too.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Nov 25, 2018 1:39 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?
Replies: 11
Views: 8484

How my horse got his barn name, aka Joey, why arent you walking?

https://www.facebook.com/emcat.stinnett/videos/1175205005895974/ When I first got Joey and was riding him around in our wintry indoor, I had just seen this video and he was being a normal three year old. Not really going or whoaing or steering much at all. And I started saying, "Joey, why aren...
by ZinniaZ
Sun Nov 25, 2018 1:24 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

Linden wrote:[

winter can sure be rough. try getting him some warm water (apple flavoured?) before/after you ride as well


ooh, good idea.
by ZinniaZ
Sat Nov 24, 2018 10:46 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

I rediscovered last week that winter Joey is hella different from summer Joey. He's got a fair amount of impetuous, naughty, and cranky if it is cold. SO. I am working on warming his muscles via blanket, etc, doing a little bit of supplements for muscle tightness, and using cavaletti and jumping to ...
by ZinniaZ
Mon Nov 19, 2018 12:47 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: "cool backed" horse and magnesium
Replies: 18
Views: 14355

Re: "cool backed" horse and magnesium

I'll probably do the test but in the spring when I do shots. Foir now, I will try those supplements and keep warming up his back. Poor petunia!
by ZinniaZ
Sun Nov 18, 2018 2:04 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: "cool backed" horse and magnesium
Replies: 18
Views: 14355

Re: "cool backed" horse and magnesium

I have already reduced his sugar in his diet-- my other cob has cushings and I would rather just use low nsc feeds to avoid complications later in life. I will check out ALCAR. I have not had Joey tested for PSSM. I do blanket him more than normal because he does seem quite affected by cold.
by ZinniaZ
Sat Nov 17, 2018 3:41 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: The last sextal (bi month) of 2018. November, December goals and training orogress
Replies: 332
Views: 135397

Re: The last sextal (bi month) of 2018. November, December goals and training orogress

Blob, your girl looks fantastic. I love how she's using her hind leg in those shots! Annabelle's leg is nearly back to normal, so I'm thinking she'll be back to work for Thanksgiving. I managed to jog her in hand a few times, then she just started showing off her rearing skillz, so we had to shut d...
by ZinniaZ
Sat Nov 17, 2018 1:16 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: "cool backed" horse and magnesium
Replies: 18
Views: 14355

Re: "cool backed" horse and magnesium

I have one of the saddle pads-- will add it to the mix
by ZinniaZ
Fri Nov 16, 2018 10:42 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: "cool backed" horse and magnesium
Replies: 18
Views: 14355

"cool backed" horse and magnesium

My little gelding gets cranky in his back during the winter months (which is like half the year, here.) He's not really cold backed, just unhappy about working and his back is super tense and it takes a while to warm up. Our temps just dropped this week, and when we hit 13 degrees F at night he was ...
by ZinniaZ
Thu Nov 15, 2018 11:14 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Annwylid Dare to Dream
Replies: 191
Views: 122413

Re: Annwylid Dare to Dream

He's not always thrilled about stepping up to the plate and in the warm-up at one point on Saturday he took it into his head that running through my right rein and trying to take off was the way to get out of my requests. I use to be able to just muscle through such episodes; but, three times runni...
by ZinniaZ
Thu Nov 15, 2018 10:59 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Annwylid Dare to Dream
Replies: 191
Views: 122413

Re: Annwylid Dare to Dream

I love him, exvet. Trying to read every single update in the thread. So happy you have this boy.
by ZinniaZ
Wed Nov 14, 2018 6:43 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

awww. He is adorable :)
by ZinniaZ
Tue Nov 13, 2018 11:07 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

The surgery was incredibly scary. I was convinced he was going to die eventually from it. I think he is sound but needs rebuilding at this point. He has left hind weakness and a little crankiness in his back. I'm using cavaletti for strengthening and motivation-- it's amazing how happy he is if I pu...
by ZinniaZ
Tue Nov 13, 2018 11:05 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

Nice Zinnia! I was wondering where Lisa's crosses were going. Glad to see an old UDBB member is his person. He looks great! Do you know her? I contacted her after I bought him from someone else. I would most derfinitely buy from her again. He has such a great mind and seems to have the body needed ...
by ZinniaZ
Tue Nov 13, 2018 11:47 am
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

Sue B wrote:Beautiful, ZinniaZ, he looks like an absolute joy to ride. I love your smile too.

ETA: Hey, Linden, nice to "see" you posting again. It looks like you and your beautiful horses are doing well. Keep up the great work.


He’s an absolute joy. I’m grateful he’s in my life.
by ZinniaZ
Tue Nov 13, 2018 11:45 am
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

Linden wrote:ZinniaZ, he's beautiful! what a strong hind leg he has...good grief! lovely

He’s wicked strong!! He’s one of those boys who thinks canter = UP. ;) . Thank you!
by ZinniaZ
Mon Nov 12, 2018 11:05 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Long over due Twins update
Replies: 44
Views: 23347

Re: Long over due Twins update

i just got over here and just reading some of your names is making me teary eyed. clanter, thank you for the update.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Nov 12, 2018 10:48 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Class of 2013?
Replies: 196
Views: 121144

Re: Class of 2013?

Can I jump in? I've been absent almost since UDBB stopped but I have missed the forum and I have a cute new boy that's going along and he happens tpo be a 2013 baby. :) https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/33038596_10214484855167832_631454101971927040_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_ht=scontent-o...
by ZinniaZ
Mon Nov 12, 2018 6:13 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Ex-trotter owners? Horse moving too much upward
Replies: 26
Views: 15760

Re: Ex-trotter owners? Horse moving too much upward

Sounds like your coach has great suggestions. I've ridden and trained dozens of ex trotters and pacers. I've found that their biggest issue is balance and rhythm (not necessarily in that order). I would bet that the smaller trot is just difficult at this point. He most likely does not have the hind ...
by ZinniaZ
Tue Oct 13, 2015 2:22 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 547644

Re: "What's for dinner?"

currently wishing I had more dinner.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 5:49 pm
Forum: The Menagerie
Topic: ITCHY DOG!
Replies: 10
Views: 10216

Re: ITCHY DOG!

this: http://www.amazon.com/Malaseb-Shampoo-B ... og+shampoo

looking for the conditioner. it had cortisone in it and you had to put it on and leave it for lie ten minutes and then dry the dog. quite a trick, but it helped so much.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 5:45 pm
Forum: The Menagerie
Topic: ITCHY DOG!
Replies: 10
Views: 10216

Re: ITCHY DOG!

try wellness simple-- the salmon and sweet potato recipe. It is a novel protein source that he probably has not had and it will probably help. for Falco, itchy sad dog that I had, we switched to that and it helped a LOT, plus we did periodic medicated baths with special conditioner that helped. I'll...
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 5:40 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Tell us about YOU.
Replies: 223
Views: 179601

Re: Tell us about YOU.

Rockabilly wrote:I love all your stories. There's not much to know about me except that I loved Billy.

I dont agree with that for one second.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 5:22 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Welcome and updates
Replies: 22
Views: 19083

Re: Welcome and updates

I don't know who remembers me and who doesn't. When I was first on the board, I was riding a little pony named Oakley, but thaat was eons ago. I bought a horse named Willoughby about 9 years ago (?) and I have my young gelding that I was given in that hanoverian herd dispersal in 2011-- Derby-- and ...
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 4:48 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 547644

Re: "What's for dinner?"

tonight is ravioli night. weeknights are sort of set menu so nobody has to think. cheese ravioli, salad. that's it.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 1:13 am
Forum: The Menagerie
Topic: Christopher, my little poodle.
Replies: 15
Views: 14064

Re: Christopher, my little poodle.

i am so sorry, rockabilly. :(
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 12:55 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: What if....
Replies: 10
Views: 10647

Re: What if....

Dude! We would all LOVE that.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 12:41 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 547644

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Rockabilly wrote:[

But I am so so glad to see you here.


and you, Rockabilly. From the bottom of my heart.
by ZinniaZ
Mon Oct 12, 2015 12:30 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 547644

Re: "What's for dinner?"

The coq au vin came out GORGEOUS. we raise our own chickens so our chicken stood up to the long braISING. I made mashed potatoes on the side with crispy potato skins on top. Then apple crisp for dessert. holy crap. the food helped my sad soul.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Oct 11, 2015 11:32 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Kringle exchange?
Replies: 43
Views: 26047

Re: Kringle exchange?

I will. I stopped doing it because one year I got grinched... but really, who cares. Right? The person was young and busyy. I think she just screwed up. Not really a big deal.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Oct 11, 2015 11:29 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Home? and what was your first post?
Replies: 45
Views: 26233

Re: Home? and what was your first post?

gah. it makes me so very sad. but the truth is-- it was the people and some of us are here. let's live up to that old place, when it was home and we all were better for it.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Oct 11, 2015 9:04 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Home? and what was your first post?
Replies: 45
Views: 26233

Re: Home? and what was your first post?

That board seriously made me love humans again.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Oct 11, 2015 8:59 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Home? and what was your first post?
Replies: 45
Views: 26233

Re: Home? and what was your first post?

boots-aregard wrote:I came to realize I could love total strangers because they offered a little kindness. It made me want to be a kinder person.


Sums it up for me.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Oct 11, 2015 4:01 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 547644

Re: "What's for dinner?"

I demand that recipe. NOW.

I am making coq au vin, actually.
by ZinniaZ
Sun Oct 11, 2015 2:07 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Holiday Card Exchange
Replies: 24
Views: 17562

Re: Holiday Card Exchange

I'm in.

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