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- Wed Dec 23, 2015 7:27 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Putting weight on new guy....
- Replies: 23
- Views: 17998
Re: Putting weight on new guy....
Lovely boy!
- Wed Dec 23, 2015 9:12 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Ah Modern Voyeurism....
- Replies: 13
- Views: 11275
Re: Ah Modern Voyeurism....
Still jealous you're going to be living in Deadwood. Don't get too jealous. DH says currently part of the property is underwater. I said, "good, that will tell us where NOT to build the barn." He couldn't argue with that. this weather will give you excellent information and it is unusual ...
- Mon Dec 21, 2015 4:07 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: So I have a court date tomorrow...
- Replies: 29
- Views: 19037
Re: So I have a court date tomorrow...
YAY! Nice to have it in the rear view mirror!!
- Mon Dec 21, 2015 3:09 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Ah Modern Voyeurism....
- Replies: 13
- Views: 11275
Re: Ah Modern Voyeurism....
Very cool. It is wet up here. How is your creek handling all the rain?
- Mon Dec 21, 2015 3:08 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: So I have a court date tomorrow...
- Replies: 29
- Views: 19037
Re: So I have a court date tomorrow...
Be confident or just fake it. Breathe. Pause before you answer and collect your thoughts. Practicing is excellent as you will become familiar with what you want to say. Do you have anyone going to support you? If not, WE will be there with you in spirit. You can do this! Shoulders back, chin and eye...
- Mon Dec 21, 2015 2:53 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Jingles for UDBBer Fluffy --RIP
- Replies: 43
- Views: 23606
Re: Jingles for UDBBer Fluffy
Many jingles for Fluffy and family.
- Sat Dec 19, 2015 3:45 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: PNW Storms
- Replies: 28
- Views: 19395
Re: PNW Storms
I drove up to Newberg yesterday from Eugene. We passed one grass seed field that was a giant lake. It was so deep the field fencing was under water, so over 4' deep. Pretty stunning visual but I was driving and couldn't get photos.
- Sat Dec 19, 2015 3:33 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Putting weight on new guy....
- Replies: 23
- Views: 17998
Re: Putting weight on new guy....
I feed Renew Gold to my hard keeper. Great product. My horses also have grass hay in front of them 24/7.
Oh, and, photos please!
Oh, and, photos please!
- Sat Dec 19, 2015 3:27 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Balance Rider
- Replies: 14
- Views: 12698
Re: Balance Rider
Of course time in the saddle is important. But so is fitness, and balance, and being aware of our own body imbalances. I use lessons on this http://rideamerika.com as a training tool. Having lost my more experienced horse, I am currently riding two relatively young horses who have their own imbalanc...
- Fri Dec 18, 2015 3:12 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
- Replies: 230
- Views: 131525
Re: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
All good points, but I was most interested that as a police officer you don't want a heavily armed citizenry. I sometimes wonder why I don't see more editorials or ads or statements in the media from police officers weighing pros and cons of this concept. I can't think of a more important, more inv...
- Fri Dec 18, 2015 3:09 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: What will happen to today's young men and women?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 25067
Re: What will happen to today's young men and women?
I know some very motivated, hard working young people. But more and more what we see is what Chancellor, Red Barn, fatcat, Suzon, M&M describe. I agree with the term "helpless". They both need to be led by the hand, and have a sense of entitlement.
- Fri Dec 18, 2015 2:59 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: PNW Storms
- Replies: 28
- Views: 19395
Re: PNW Storms
Our generators are charged and filled with gas. We're ready!
- Fri Dec 18, 2015 2:55 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Stocking Up - Solved
- Replies: 11
- Views: 8938
Re: Stocking Up - Solved
kande50 wrote:
Didn't Calvin say the white hairs were clipped off, which would have removed the coarse hair that trapped the moisture?
calvin wrote: My older horse's hind legs were stocking up rather badly overnight (stalled).
calvin wrote: Problem was solved when the legs were clipped.
kande, I read that the horse was stocking up when unclipped and stopped stocking up once it was clipped.
- Wed Dec 16, 2015 6:26 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
- Replies: 230
- Views: 131525
Re: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
I'm concerned not only by mass murderers/anomalies/mental illness, but by those "law-abiding" gun owners who kill and injure thousands of people every year because a) they see themselves as "good guys with guns," or b) they leave their loaded weapons unattended so that children ...
- Sat Dec 12, 2015 3:09 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Goat People...invalid food suggestions
- Replies: 25
- Views: 17687
Re: Goat People...invalid food suggestions
Cut hay? Hay pellets (timothy or orchard) soaked? Tough one. Jingles Scrunchy and Mom.
- Sat Dec 12, 2015 3:05 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: For our goat lovers
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8535
Re: For our goat lovers
That is hilarious! I never wanted goats either and now I have six of them and absolutely adore them.
- Fri Dec 11, 2015 3:29 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: PNW Storms
- Replies: 28
- Views: 19395
Re: PNW Storms
Eugene had damage with trees down. Portland had a death from a tree falling on a house. I worry about that but we had some trees taken out around our house last year that were "iffy". So far just lots of wind and rain but no damage at home. Except my outdoor all weather arena is a lake. La...
- Fri Dec 11, 2015 3:25 pm
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- Topic: To those with diesel trucks - how long can they sit?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 21714
Re: To those with diesel trucks - how long can they sit?
Not normal. My older dodge diesel sits for long periods of time. Never had a dead battery and it's 17 years old. The truck, not the battery.
- Fri Dec 11, 2015 3:19 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: StripHair grooming tool?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 8964
Re: StripHair grooming tool?
http://www.striphair.com/video/Pippigirl wrote:Wish there was a video showing how it's used.
- Wed Dec 09, 2015 2:41 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: I want to name our new homestead--but what?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 12422
Re: I want to name our new homestead--but what?
I like Zippity Do Da. I also like Laughing Moon. In the end, YOU are the one who needs to be happy with it. And then we will be happy too!
- Wed Dec 09, 2015 2:36 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Suzy the best pony on the planet needs monetary help!
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7020
Re: Suzy the best pony on the planet needs monetary help!
Happily, Kathy. Thank you for the work you do.
- Wed Dec 09, 2015 2:30 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Please jingle for a dear friend's horse
- Replies: 26
- Views: 16566
- Wed Dec 09, 2015 2:24 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: under-tempo
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18537
Re: under-tempo
My clinician refers to it as "under impulsionized". I have one horse that greatly benefits for the reasons above. The other would not benefit and is indeed sent forward, but he never gets quick. Under tempo is NOT "under impulsionized". Impulsion has to be maintained. WOrking un...
- Mon Dec 07, 2015 6:00 pm
- Forum: The Menagerie
- Topic: Dogs on the bed, yes it no?
- Replies: 31
- Views: 24453
Re: Dogs on the bed, yes it no?
King sized bed. Two humans, two labs, one cat. Cozy. I love it.
- Mon Dec 07, 2015 5:43 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: under-tempo
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18537
Re: under-tempo
My clinician refers to it as "under impulsionized". I have one horse that greatly benefits for the reasons above. The other would not benefit and is indeed sent forward, but he never gets quick.
- Sun Dec 06, 2015 8:00 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: What on earth happened to me today?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 17880
Re: What on earth happened to me today?
In addition to PTSD, I suspect you experienced an adrenaline dump which will make you shake. I'm so sorry this happened - both the original and this. Please be kind to yourself.
- Sat Dec 05, 2015 7:04 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Anyone else with gift giving anxieties?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 14804
Re: Anyone else with gift giving anxieties?
Ooh, me! Me! I get very anxious about gift giving and almost never take part in gift exchanges. However, the gift you put together sounds so thoughtful and loving that I would let go of that anxiety. What a special gift!
- Sat Dec 05, 2015 3:56 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
- Replies: 230
- Views: 131525
Re: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
There is so much hate being expressed every day but ordinary citizens. Listen to what Trump is saying. It is horrifying, and his numbers keep going up. We have less and less tolerance for different opinions. We no longer have discussions, we have arguments and put downs and ridicule and cruelty. I'm...
- Fri Dec 04, 2015 6:11 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Does/did your horse have a special buddy?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8752
Re: Does/did your horse have a special buddy?
When I first got Nito a little over two years ago, he joined a herd of three geldings. My OTTB has always been the leader, but in a very quiet way. Monday, the OTTB, had "raised" my one Arab gelding, Ty, who came to live with us when he was 5 months old (he's now 8 years). The other older ...
- Fri Dec 04, 2015 5:40 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
- Replies: 230
- Views: 131525
Re: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
IMO we should all be mad as hell and be saying enough is enough. There is no excuse for our country, my country, to have a mass shooting every friggin' day. It is complicated, it is about a lot of things, but it is also about guns. Listen, to be clear, I own an AR-15, two shotguns, and multiple hand...
- Thu Dec 03, 2015 8:20 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Jingles for baby
- Replies: 41
- Views: 23771
Re: Jingles for baby
Heartbreaking. Beyond heartbreaking. So, so sorry.
- Thu Dec 03, 2015 8:16 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Talk to me of long lining/double longeing/ground driving
- Replies: 17
- Views: 13912
Re: Talk to me of long lining/double longeing/ground driving
In reading some of the other posts, I wanted to add that ground driving helped me with my position in the saddle as I needed to remember to correctly position myself and my hips when turning. I hh with my core, same as in the saddle. It all reinforced the under saddle work and built a great bond of ...
- Tue Dec 01, 2015 10:21 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Oat fiber - where to buy
- Replies: 15
- Views: 14697
Re: Oat fiber - where to buy
Avola wrote:Shoot, just saw this.....H&E Feeds in Eugene sells oat groats by the 50lbs bag at $9.00 per bag. You can use a coffee grinder to make oat flour. Works like a charm.
Good to know. Next time. Thanks!
- Tue Dec 01, 2015 10:07 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Talk to me of long lining/double longeing/ground driving
- Replies: 17
- Views: 13912
Re: Talk to me of long lining/double longeing/ground driving
I ground drive a lot with my young horse, including the horse park. He has learned to cross water and bridges being ground driven. In the arena, he does w/t/c in double lines, and jumps. He will reverse direction at both walk and trot. I think it has given him confidence and exposure where I have co...
- Mon Nov 30, 2015 6:23 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Stole this from Mike Matson on Coth, Zonik, E Gal's new ride
- Replies: 18
- Views: 14513
Re: Stole this from Mike Matson on Coth, Zonik, E Gal's new ride
I like Gal's coat
- Sun Nov 29, 2015 3:13 am
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Oat fiber - where to buy
- Replies: 15
- Views: 14697
Re: Oat fiber - where to buy
My guess it is a coating/absorption issue.
- Fri Nov 27, 2015 8:30 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Thinline saddle pads - do you use / like it?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 15749
Re: Thinline saddle pads - do you use / like it?
I use a wool lined thinline for one horse (WB but think TB topline) and a quilted thinline with the other (a very wide Arab). I also use seams right pads - love them and they last forever! This combo works for me and the horses. No sore backs for any of us. I use a large for my 17.5 dressage saddle....
- Fri Nov 27, 2015 8:26 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Places to buy halters
- Replies: 10
- Views: 11084
Re: Places to buy halters
I recently bought a halter from the Tack Shack and can vouch for the quality.
- Thu Nov 26, 2015 6:29 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: I am a 12 yr old boy inside or, unfortunate names
- Replies: 25
- Views: 17455
Re: I am a 12 yr old boy inside or, unfortunate names
I knew a woman named Gay Beaver.
- Wed Nov 25, 2015 9:45 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Equimax shortage?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6445
Re: Equimax shortage?
Fatcat wrote:Code3 wrote:I'll look for you and buy some if I find it.
Thank you! I did find some over the weekend at Wilco. I appreciate your offer
Excellent!!
- Mon Nov 23, 2015 4:28 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Equimax shortage?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6445
Re: Equimax shortage?
I'll look for you and buy some if I find it.
- Tue Nov 17, 2015 8:26 pm
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- Topic: A little whine with my cheese...
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12126
Re: A little whine with my cheese...
I'm sure my acupuncturist would recommend fish head soup. I just look at him and tell him, "not going to happen". I am sending jingles and healing vibes that you are feeling better!
- Tue Nov 17, 2015 1:41 am
- Forum: For Sale!
- Topic: Micklem Bridle Black Large Horse Competition
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5259
Re: Micklem Bridle Black Large Horse Competition
Oh how I wish this were a regular and not large.
- Tue Nov 17, 2015 1:34 am
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- Topic: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
- Replies: 230
- Views: 131525
Re: What will it take for gun lovers to say ENOUGH
In Oregon the parent would be charged with Reckless Endangerment.
- Sun Nov 15, 2015 12:06 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Why am I not losing weight?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18928
Re: Why am I not losing weight?
I plateau on a low carb diet, then some weight comes off, then I plateau again. It works for me, I feel better on a low carb diet, but I don't get weighed every day because it makes me crazy. Maybe give it more time.
- Sun Nov 15, 2015 12:00 am
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Skin Cancer UPDATE! Neck Threadworms!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 21776
Re: Skin Cancer UPDATE! Neck Threadworms!
Here it is advised, even with a negative fecal, to worm twice a year with Equimax or Quest Plus.
- Sat Nov 14, 2015 2:33 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Skin Cancer UPDATE! Neck Threadworms!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 21776
Re: Skin Cancer UPDATE! Neck Threadworms!
The vets are NOT recommending rotational worming because of resistance. There are numerous articles. I would talk to my vet about periodically worming for threadworms before I returned to rotational worming and giving up decals and figuring out what kind of shedder your horse is.
- Sat Nov 14, 2015 2:10 am
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- Topic: New York's newest police officer
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5821
- Sat Nov 14, 2015 2:03 am
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- Topic: Terror in Paris
- Replies: 51
- Views: 32075
Re: Terror in Paris
Horrifying. Watching it unfold on TV.
- Wed Nov 11, 2015 9:59 pm
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- Topic: Girl soccer team is called "Beavers" - REALLY???
- Replies: 13
- Views: 11904
Re: Girl soccer team is called "Beavers" - REALLY???
Welcome to Oregon.