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Abby Kogler

Rye, thats all we can do. Thanks.

Abby Kogler

It's less damaging on the skeletal system than RK, but not going to teach them much. I would argue otherwise. The weight on the front legs alone is problematic. I doubt a horse trained in this fashion is going to stay sound long term. Sure, it's not helpful but not in the same league as RK. Still l...

Abby Kogler

It's just so repulsive to me to place a horse's head and more importantly balance in such an unatural position whether you're on contact or not. The horse is dumped down on the forehand and all the energy is going into the dirt. The antithesis of dressage. No different than rolkur. It's less damagi...

Abby Kogler

I had not heard of any of this so checked out some videos. Puke. How could anyone watch this for more than 2 seconds and think it was a good way to ride a horse? As equally unappealing to me as hyperflexion. Youd be amazed, sadly. If you want some horrified amusement, check out the fb page. Will wa...

Abby Kogler

Moutaineer wrote:Have they threatened you with a Woundvac yet? If they do, talk to me. There are things that can make it easy (er)

Oh God, wound vac. Weeks and weeks of that misery with the last series of foot surgeries. I hope you are spared!

Abby Kogler

Its so cult like, and yes, it appeals to those who see the problems with hyperflexion and think that Will is the answer. I live near him and had the misfortune to have to be in the same facility for over a year. Horses came in, horses left. They were so loud, and so ignorant, and so obnoxious, and s...

Abby Kogler

I got my second Moderna two weeks ago. I felt fine till the next day about 1 pm and the crashed hard. 102 temp, freezing and sweating, achy and so sick. It last about 18 hours and the next day I had a headache but was fine. I would be prepared, any of you, to be sick, I could not have worked or driv...

Abby Kogler

This was posted on the Art2Ride fb page, Art2Ride fans and followers. It was quickly deleted of course, but some quick eye posted it on COTH under New Dressage Organization. "Hey all, the recent thread drama got me thinking about a topic that comes up frequently on the various discussion groups...

Abby Kogler

WOOT!! Big congratulations! So happy for you!

Abby Kogler

Hey, you made my day!

It really life changing. Im so glad you were able to follow through!

Abby Kogler

I met Jurgen 21 years ago on Love at AOL >;-> I was moving back to CA after many years away and I wrote to several people, women too, on that group to ask about schools, neighborhoods, etc. People were very nice and helpful. Jurgen and I wrote back and forth, a friendly exchange, he never asked for ...

Abby Kogler

Such a sad post. Bless her and her family at this painful time.

Abby Kogler

Stop worrying.

I suspect all will be well. It does show you though, as you say, its a good idea to have a temp baseline.

Maybe an Equioxx just to make her less achey..?

Abby Kogler

" I totally disagree with this statement, but to each their own – QUOTE Don’t worry about the placement of the shoulders as this will be addressed as the topline is developed" Seriously. That kind of statement is so representative of how deeply ignorant they are. You can spot an A2R rider ...

Abby Kogler

Will is the Art2Ride self professed Son of Nuno and Master Horseman. Lucky for me (not) he lives in my area and I know him well. When he isnt making lame soft porn movies or acting in his role as tampon sucking vampire he is making endless videos about himself and how he alone has The Answers to Dre...

Abby Kogler

So our own dear Will Faerber is taking a break from his movie career and has started a new Dressage organization. There are tests and everything! Its very entertaining, at least to me. The tests are on youtube. The website is filled with amazing offers and tidbits and the following: https://www.worl...

Abby Kogler

He is adorable. Seriously, I don't see anything that would be a red flag to me.

Abby Kogler

Yes, several times. It always worked out well. Once or twice I did a PPE but not always. Once the horse was a hand shorter than reported but the seller honestly didn't know...I let it go.

If you have a good sense about the seller, and can see the PPE, I would go for it.

Abby Kogler

I have the same room, with a window instead of a door. I hung a piece of art so it is in the middles of the wall space, not centered over the table. It looks great.

I would just try both ways and see what you like. But my off center art looks fine.

Abby Kogler

Nothing to add except so sorry that you guys are going through this. So worrying and difficult. So sorry.

Abby Kogler

I have two people in my life with it. It seems to strike people in different severities. I hope you get some good answers and that things go as well as possible.

Abby Kogler

No, I dont think you are being too picky. I think wet food is important for them especially in the winter. My guys here at home get their low carb "grain" and supplements very wet. Sloppy wet. And then I rinse the bucket and slop that in there too. They lap it all up. If there is any way y...

Abby Kogler

They call it functional integration, or somatic education...not the Feldy people but other body workers. It wakes up and/or creates new neural pathways from muscle to brain. It uses non habitual movements/patterns to do so. I was so skeptical of it but saw Mary transform a horse in front of my eyes....

Abby Kogler

Yes! And the only thing I find that actually changes the body, as opposed to "just" relieving pain, is Feldenkrais. It is the most effective modality I have experienced for actually changing the way we move and function. I heard about it over twenty years ago from Barbara Stender when I wa...

Abby Kogler

Thank you for sharing her with us. Im so sorry.

Abby Kogler

Omg! Grim but grossly funny indeed.

Can you power wash it? I too would take it somewhere and get it cleaned if possible. That is just gross.

But grossly funny >;->

Abby Kogler

Great thread, thank you for starting it. The Bad: 8 foot surgeries in 7 years, endless months off, painful rehabs that fail anyway. A permanently disabled foot. Losing George, Dilbert, Ben (rescue that wasn't saveable but what a dear) Flash (ditto) Gulliver (metastatic disease) over the years...endl...

Abby Kogler

I am sick for you. Im so sorry. People will always be dumb. The things people have said to me over the years, the concern genuine but the idiocy still cruel...they cant help it. I am just happy to at my own house now with no one but my vet and me to make the decisions. Ignore them. I believe they me...

Abby Kogler

Discreet is pretty close I think...

Abby Kogler

I am sorry that it appeared that I called Linden rubbish. I didn't know the person referenced and was just being flippant. I like Lindens posts and hope she feels appreciated enough to join in again.

Abby Kogler

What an interesting question. ....!

Abby Kogler

Thank you for starting and maintaining this board. I read it every day even though I rarely post. I am so glad you did this after the UDBB and ya know good riddance to bad rubbish. >;->

Abby Kogler

Oy, so sorry to read of your health scare/issues and hope very much that that resolves well. Don't feel cheesy! When I was those months non weight bearing and in misery the first time I made it downstairs and sat on the porch George could see me and he whinnied like mad, I bawled like a baby, I was ...

Abby Kogler

Good wishes for happy resolutions all around.

Abby Kogler

well crap. I am so sorry to read your update. I get it. So sorry.

IME his recovery should go well. Youre a good nurse, with a good vet, you have eyes and a brain and good skills.

Will be watching for cheerful updates >;->

Abby Kogler

yes, AFAIK is a yearly fee, and yes, that's how I viewed it, not too different from the online training sites.

Abby Kogler

I will be interested to see how it develops. I am a big fan and have audited his clinics since ever, so may do it to see. I also love his niece Zsuzsu and trust her to give us value for our dollars. So...Ill let you know.

Abby Kogler

379 I think...

Abby Kogler

Random thoughts and comments: Tanga way to go, was hoping for a Championshps update! Chisamba, love Kimba in flight, Gotta love Swordhead for his name alone. Will look forward to his future changes. I am with Rye that horses that consistently kick out at the whip have something going on physically, ...

Abby Kogler

The ones in our area are large and active, with newsletters and constant contact etc. Lots of rated and schooling shows and active memberships. Its hard to get volunteers though and we tend to have the same stalwart ones year after year. We reward them with Starbucks cards and as much as we can do r...

Abby Kogler

I remember reading this sad case on FB. I am with you re pain/behavior. Just because we haven't found it doesn't mean its not there. Since most of my horses through the years have been insured hence we did necropsies it has been fascinating to see what was really going on in their bodies. Thanks for...

Abby Kogler

I am all sympathy. No matter where Jurgen and I have lived, whether a neighborhood or here in the county, we have had periodic dog neighbors that never. stopped. barking. It can make one absolutely crazy. I sooooo get it. Most of the time here we have been ok. When we first moved in there was an end...

Abby Kogler

But as Chisamba pointed out, one doesn't need to have achieved something to be able to coach it/judge it well. this is often true across the board in any sport. I don't see why horses should be any different >;->

Abby Kogler

Nothing to add, but enjoying this cordial interesting thread very much. Tanga, good luck at Championships!

Abby Kogler

Thank you for posting that test Al! You mare is such a nice mover, very stylish. General comments re the Board: I love when people posts their photos and tests/videos. I would never criticize anyone for doing so. Keep it up, all of you who do. Even though I may not comment I like seeing the comments...

Abby Kogler

There is only one photo, but the bench knee issue wouldn't bother me as much as the long pasterns and those feet...! Oy. Im surprised that the farrier and vet think those feet are ok. Maybe a side photo would look better but from the front...meh.

Abby Kogler

Ryeissa wrote:I try to not know them Abby....some get ummm very Klasdical Artistic. Its weird.

Yes, so Ive heard >;->

We have one here who is useless. But I like the school, I like the method, and I love Betrand.

Abby Kogler

Oops, my mistake! Thanks. I was misled by Chisamba referencing the chain and by Tsavos referencing her.

I don't think she is retired though..? She just spoke in Jan at our CDS Annual meeting with some interesting research re poll height and other topics.

Abby Kogler

I think I need to add that broken line upward should not be equated with the Légéreté crowd. These things are not related. I am talking elite riders none of whom are Légéreté except Karl. Just wondering how you would know this...how many 'elite riders' do you actually personally know and ride with?...

Abby Kogler

I don't see that Dr. Clayton or the study supposes that this one bell boot approach will solve every horse that is uneven, or implies that other reasons leading to unevenness should be ignored. Its an interesting study.

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