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- Mon May 23, 2016 8:38 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Any bourbon fans? What's your fav?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 9887
Re: Any bourbon fans? What's your fav?
The one I just finished is Jefferson's Reserve. While I like the honey ones, that's not what I am looking for here :) I will look for the one mentioned. I find it interesting that this question generated VERY different suggestions on TOB; those were, for the most part, recognizable brands. These are...
- Mon May 23, 2016 8:34 pm
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- Topic: I have a problem...
- Replies: 19
- Views: 15278
Re: I have a problem...
Canyon, I got them last week. All the black lines on the zebra print are.... silicone. I am afraid they will be too sticky! I wrote to them, and they said go ahead and ride in them - if I don't like it, I can return it.
Now THAT is customer service!!
Trying them tomorrow, I'll report back.
Now THAT is customer service!!
Trying them tomorrow, I'll report back.
- Sun May 22, 2016 3:14 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Any bourbon fans? What's your fav?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 9887
Any bourbon fans? What's your fav?
Looking to try a new bourbon. The nice bottle I brought back from KY last year is finally drained.
What's your fav? SMooth, nice flavor.....??
What's your fav? SMooth, nice flavor.....??
- Sun May 22, 2016 3:12 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: I'M BAAaaAACK
- Replies: 44
- Views: 22878
Re: I'M BAAaaAACK
Glad to see you here!!
- Sat May 21, 2016 12:42 am
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Dex and odd body odor
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4158
Dex and odd body odor
I have an older (27) retiree who struggles with Heaves/COPD, especially during our hot summers. BEFORE I ask my question, let me assuage your comments/concerns/etc etc. I do all the maintenance tricks (wet hay, damp feed, mister, out 24/7), supplements (tumeric based histamine regulator (Histall H),...
- Sat May 07, 2016 8:58 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Bit suggestions sought...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 13633
Re: Bit suggestions sought...
soft consistent hands - that is the plan. It has now at the point that he doesn't toss his head BUT you can tell he still considers it. A stern "DON'T DO IT!!" voice stops it. However, I don't let the reins slide - when he throws his head, he comes really close to MY head - (short coupled ...
- Sat May 07, 2016 8:49 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Help my local Therapeutic Riding Center win a horse
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3246
Re: Help my local Therapeutic Riding Center win a horse
Thanks, PaulaO
- Sat May 07, 2016 1:22 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Help my local Therapeutic Riding Center win a horse
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3246
Help my local Therapeutic Riding Center win a horse
Hi All! Marion Therapeutic Riding Association is in the running for a trained therapy Gypsy Vanner. PLEASE help them win! They serve students of all ages, including students from the local school for exceptional students, Hillcrest School. One of my very good friends was an instructor there (she pas...
- Wed May 04, 2016 2:17 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Bit suggestions sought...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 13633
Re: Bit suggestions sought...
Thanks everyone.
After a while in the mikmar, we'll experiment with the mullen and a boucher. I'll come back here and let everyone know how it goes.
Thanks so much!!
After a while in the mikmar, we'll experiment with the mullen and a boucher. I'll come back here and let everyone know how it goes.
Thanks so much!!
- Mon May 02, 2016 1:27 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Bit suggestions sought...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 13633
Re: Bit suggestions sought...
Thanks. I had thought about a baucher...... Yes curbs are legal. And it seems to me that the bit he likes puts a lot of pressure on both the bars and tongue - it is actually quite heavy..... A question though about non-jointed bits - I have heard, and read, that non-jointed bits such as a mullen or ...
- Sun May 01, 2016 12:41 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Bit suggestions sought...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 13633
Re: Bit suggestions sought...
Thanks, Chisamba.
- Sat Apr 30, 2016 11:18 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Bit suggestions sought...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 13633
Bit suggestions sought...
Back in December I finally found a wonderful trail horse. Lusitano, 14 yo, very sound of mind and body. And he seems to have quite a few buttons - dressage buttons !! ;) SO of course I am exploring the possibilities, probably going into the western dressage direction. BEFORE I START - TEETH WERE CHE...
- Sat Apr 30, 2016 10:52 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12376
Re: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
PRI makes great pads! Another benefit of shaped pads is that they are easier to wash in normal machines.
- Thu Apr 28, 2016 7:44 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12376
Re: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
I have had foam pads actually "burn" my horse's back! I like a cotton pad. In the summer I like to use a shaped pad.
- Tue Apr 26, 2016 10:59 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: None cantering pony competes - Input urgently sought
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12809
Re: None cantering pony competes - Input urgently sought
Lovely pony! NOT overbent at all. You make a nice pair. (disclaimer - I have a Friesian X who is much like him. See a video down in the horses for sale forum...) I would work on slowing his tempo, which will help him(and you) be more balanced. Think about YOU controlling the tempo of the trot,not ju...
- Fri Apr 22, 2016 2:14 am
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Frustrated--seasonal allergies and treatment
- Replies: 33
- Views: 31394
Re: Frustrated--seasonal allergies and treatment
I believe I have heard that Tri Hist has a rep for creating non-sweaters. I have a horse with heaves and I am feeding her this supplement from AniMed: HistAll-H. It reduces histamine levels, and it has tumeric in it. I pay about $20 at Seminole; here is a valley vet link: https://www.valleyvet.com/c...
- Sun Apr 17, 2016 7:28 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Question for photographers
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10790
Re: Question for photographers
Thanks all! Winnowing down the pics now to a group of 10 or so.
- Sun Apr 17, 2016 12:53 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: please give me the words to use when...
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12161
Re: please give me the words to use when...
Ask your student if she want to ride correct dressage or incorrect "whatever" riding. My story: My instructor (very classicly trained) took away my outside rein for the longest time, because I used it too much after hearing (and being taught) the "inside leg to outside rein" rule...
- Sat Apr 16, 2016 10:02 pm
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- Topic: I have a problem...
- Replies: 19
- Views: 15278
Re: I have a problem...
Have you seen these? https://www.buckwildbreeches.com/collections/buckwild-breeches-spring-2016-pre-order I have a pair of blue/zebra on the way....... And would like the black/damask!! Those look like fun! I love the black/damask. Have you seen any of the Buckwild products in person, and/or can yo...
- Thu Apr 14, 2016 8:47 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: I have a problem...
- Replies: 19
- Views: 15278
Re: I have a problem...
Have you seen these? https://www.buckwildbreeches.com/collec ... -pre-order
I have a pair of blue/zebra on the way.......
And would like the black/damask!!
I have a pair of blue/zebra on the way.......
And would like the black/damask!!
- Wed Apr 13, 2016 7:05 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Question for photographers
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10790
Re: Question for photographers
Thanks all. Ocala is NOT a large (or medium) city. We lost our only photo store a while ago. I'll check out the options mentioned!
- Wed Apr 13, 2016 1:00 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Question for photographers
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10790
Question for photographers
Where do you get your pics printed? I have been invited to show my work in a gallery and frankly have not had prints made since all the photography shops disappeared!
TIA
TIA
- Sat Apr 09, 2016 1:27 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: **NEW VIDEO**Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale in Ocala FL
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6377
Re: Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale
Update- Gus is offering some very balanced and correct simple changes, and his SI work is really nice. HI are a work in progress. Price is negotiable to the right home!
- Sat Apr 09, 2016 1:24 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Horrid couple of weeks
- Replies: 44
- Views: 23474
Re: Horrid couple of weeks
Baroque, I am so sorry for your loss. Many hugs sent to your heart, and glad you are OK after the wreck!
- Sat Apr 09, 2016 1:11 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Deneb:
- Replies: 175
- Views: 96312
Re: Deneb:
Interesting, the two "methods" here. Slow and steady..... vs. "Keep them in front of the leg going fast". While my example here is not about spooky of unfocused horses, it might apply: My trainer and I have found that some horses respond to the more "German" methods of ...
- Mon Apr 04, 2016 12:48 am
- Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
- Topic: Cross Tying
- Replies: 22
- Views: 21533
Re: Cross Tying
That's why so many cross ties have EMERGENCY releases. Not like a weak string - but an emergency release. My crossties are really just long lead ropes. I tie them with the kind of knot you can release by pulling on the end. I am not a fan of those big heavy metal release clips because I think they c...
- Fri Mar 25, 2016 2:21 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Custom horse hair jewelry/keepsake recommendations?
- Replies: 35
- Views: 21955
Re: Custom horse hair jewelry/keepsake recommendations?
I am so sorry for your loss.
Lou Petty does amazing work here in Ocala. A few of my friends have her work. Not cheap - but definitely worth it.
http://loupetty.com/
This potter has exhibited at the Fine Art for Ocala show a few times. Nice work. http://thehairy-potter.com/
Lou Petty does amazing work here in Ocala. A few of my friends have her work. Not cheap - but definitely worth it.
http://loupetty.com/
This potter has exhibited at the Fine Art for Ocala show a few times. Nice work. http://thehairy-potter.com/
- Fri Mar 18, 2016 2:31 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: **NEW VIDEO**Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale in Ocala FL
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6377
Re: Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale
Gus is schooling really well. The other day he offered a flying change..... while not asked for, it was certainly appreciated!
He deserved a look!
He deserved a look!
- Tue Mar 15, 2016 1:26 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
- Replies: 35
- Views: 20851
Re: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
I use galvanized garbage cans. I dump the feed into it. I pick it up and pour the last bit out when at the bottom.
Trainer has a defunct chest freezer. Her hubby divided it into three bins with wooden dividers.
I have known rats to eat through plastic.
Trainer has a defunct chest freezer. Her hubby divided it into three bins with wooden dividers.
I have known rats to eat through plastic.
- Sat Mar 12, 2016 8:53 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Intro to Pirouettes: What's your strategy?
- Replies: 58
- Views: 34464
Re: Intro to Pirouettes: What's your strategy?
Chisamba wrote:I do not turn my horse with the outside leg, yes i know that some do but my outside leg remains back to keep the quarters from stepping out and to maintain bend.
Chisamba, what about your outside thigh? Do you close it to help turn the shoulders, or is it mostly your weight on inside seat/etc?
- Fri Mar 11, 2016 10:48 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Horse grinds teeth
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7020
Re: Horse grinds teeth
My horse grinds when asked to piaffe. It is associated, we believe, with early training before former owner got him. It is much less now.... SO perhaps tension.
How are his ears? His eyes? they will clue you in as to whether it is pain or habit - as in "that's the spot!"
L
How are his ears? His eyes? they will clue you in as to whether it is pain or habit - as in "that's the spot!"
L
- Fri Mar 11, 2016 10:44 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Seeking input /reviews of a clinician
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2331
Seeking input /reviews of a clinician
I hope this is allowed here. JOS SEVRIENS is coming to town. Any input/reviews of him as a clinician? PM me if you like.
TIA
TIA
- Fri Mar 11, 2016 10:23 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Okay Internet Jockeys - Mount up: Nip Tuck video for Discussion
- Replies: 42
- Views: 23232
Re: Okay Internet Jockeys - Mount up: Nip Tuck video for Discussion
EDITED: Oops just saw that someone beat me to the article. Oh well. If you have nto read it you should! Ya'll might want to read this article, an interview with CH. He discusses Nip Tuck's issues, and compares him to Valegro (briefly...). He is apparently NOT the easiest or the most talented horse. ...
- Sun Feb 21, 2016 6:25 pm
- Forum: Rider health and fitness
- Topic: pain in scar tissue?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 7747
Re: pain in scar tissue?
I doubt it. The rod is up in the femur, the pins holding it are on the medial side, pain is right at the insertion scar under my patella. Currently trying a rub-on lidocain OTC cream.... I also discovered that if I really work at keeping my foot under my knee (it wants to float forward), things are ...
- Sun Feb 21, 2016 6:21 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Girth for Forward Girth Groove
- Replies: 6
- Views: 9080
Re: Girth for Forward Girth Groove
OK, just wanted to say I now own a fairfax girth. The change in my horse is evident. Much more reach with front legs. Much more uphill in canter. Much less grouchy face when girthing up. My trainer has tried it on her young stallion, who is rather expressive under saddle. (not always a positive thin...
- Fri Feb 19, 2016 2:31 am
- Forum: Rider health and fitness
- Topic: pain in scar tissue?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 7747
pain in scar tissue?
ANyone have experience with this? Background: About 15 year ago I broke my femur. They inserted a rod from below my knee, under my patella,and into the femur. I occasionally have had pain from the pins holding it near my knee, but not any problems with the fingertip-sized scar below my knee. Last we...
- Mon Feb 15, 2016 12:35 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Training goals, mid Feb to end March.
- Replies: 62
- Views: 37557
Re: Training goals, mid Feb to end March.
Two goals:
1. Continue to learn how to warm Bravo up so that he gives me his back.... we are getting closer, but he is still easier to sit after my trainer warms him up.
2 Continue working on timing the aids for the change so that he does not become tense and anticipatory.
both works in progress!
1. Continue to learn how to warm Bravo up so that he gives me his back.... we are getting closer, but he is still easier to sit after my trainer warms him up.
2 Continue working on timing the aids for the change so that he does not become tense and anticipatory.
both works in progress!
- Fri Feb 12, 2016 2:37 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: Eurofit dressage show coat 16R/44 $225
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4263
Re: Eurofit dressage show coat 16R/44 $225
Here is the button. they are silver not gold.
- Fri Feb 12, 2016 2:36 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: Eurofit dressage show coat 16R/44 $225
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4263
Eurofit dressage show coat 16R/44 $225
Listing for a friend. Lovely Eurofit dressage coat. Size 44/16R. Replaced buttons lovely silver metal with horse head.Comfortable polyester not wool. Shipping included. Excellent condition
- Fri Feb 12, 2016 2:25 am
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: It seems like horses always present you with something you haven't seen before.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 12228
Re: It seems like horses always present you with something you haven't seen before.
I have a retiree with heaves. Summers are very difficult for her. I set up a mister (like this one http://www.homedepot.com/p/Cobra-Mistand-10057W/100373188) and it really helps. At one point, 5cc Dex every other day in the worst times. (I am well aware of the dangers. She is 27 and has had a really...
- Tue Feb 09, 2016 1:52 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: Piper full seat breeches size 30
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3365
Piper full seat breeches size 30
Piper fullseat, navy/teal, size 30. In very good shape. $45 includes shipping.
- Sun Jan 31, 2016 2:24 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Clinic with Janet Foy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4428
Clinic with Janet Foy
WOndering if anyone has experience..... I have riding slot in a clinic with Janet Foy next month and just wondering what to expect. As you know, I ride a Lusitano - who does not respond well to the "push 'em forward" German style of training. I hope to work on the timing of aids for change...
- Thu Jan 28, 2016 6:39 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Now this is some NICE dressage
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7974
Re: Now this is some NICE dressage
OK, but they are NOT TL-1st level horses!
- Wed Jan 27, 2016 11:13 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Now this is some NICE dressage
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7974
Re: Now this is some NICE dressage
AmityBee wrote:The whole event is A level dressage and jumping, but the riders/horses never are. .
And THAT is the secret. Upper level horses, with amazing suspension and fluidity/suppleness, ridden by accomplished riders (great that they go in a snaffle).
Lovely to watch.
- Wed Jan 27, 2016 4:10 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: **NEW VIDEO**Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale in Ocala FL
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6377
Re: Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale
He is in Ocala.
- Tue Jan 26, 2016 10:06 pm
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: **NEW VIDEO**Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale in Ocala FL
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6377
**NEW VIDEO**Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding for sale in Ocala FL
Registered Friesian Sporthorse gelding, 9yo, 15.2. Showing First Level schooling all of Second. Ready to show First level at Recognized shows. First level Champion at schooling show under L grad judges January 24th. Smart, trainable, cute and personable. Needs confident rider. Selling because I am a...
- Thu Jan 21, 2016 2:30 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Can someone explain the Oregon thing to me?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 14336
Re: Can someone explain the Oregon thing to me?
Apparently they want to return all federal lands to the states to administer. In other words, they want to take land that belongs, in part, to me and you, and give it to the states - for ranchers, miners, etc to use. Bear in mind that if the state owned the land rather than the feds, you and I woul...
- Sat Jan 16, 2016 12:19 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Can someone explain the Oregon thing to me?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 14336
Re: Can someone explain the Oregon thing to me?
A point - that wildlife refuge was, in fact, created in 1905 by Teddy R. I have been following many articles with help from a friend in Montana. Apparently they want to return all federal lands to the states to administer. In other words, they want to take land that belongs, in part, to me and you, ...
- Sat Jan 16, 2016 12:08 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: A puzzle: the gallop in two time
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10176
Re: A puzzle: the gallop in two time
Srhorselady, I believe they studied horses at the OBS sales here in Ocala - so it was mostly sprints.
- Sat Jan 16, 2016 12:06 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Virtual Tack Shoppers! (VTS?)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4188
Virtual Tack Shoppers! (VTS?)
I have a nice bright chestnut horse (Ludie, the new guy). (He's dong very well) I have a really nice HKM black bridle with chestnut brown padding. Looks lovely on him. Plain padded noseband. Unfortunately, the browband is too short! Can someone find me a black browband with chestnut brown padding? B...