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by hoopoe
Thu Feb 25, 2016 2:29 am
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Topic: A fun Pas de Deux
Replies: 4
Views: 4647

Re: A fun Pas de Deux

What fun

darn that pony is mighty nice

wonderful choice of music

that took a lot of work to put together I salute the two riders
by hoopoe
Wed Feb 24, 2016 11:50 pm
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Topic: Pretty b*llsay to practice medicine W/O license and advertise!
Replies: 3
Views: 4478

Re: Pretty b*llsay to practice medicine W/O license and advertise!

sounds like someone with no moral / ethical compass

good luck to him
by hoopoe
Tue Feb 23, 2016 4:43 pm
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Topic: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
Replies: 35
Views: 20925

Re: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?

I like the Bridle Path feed bin as you can adequately clean under and around it.

Metal garbage cans have been the small storage of choice. I have seen large volume storage ( for sacks ) made of corrugated tin roofing on a wooden frame. Also the dead chest freezers
by hoopoe
Sun Feb 21, 2016 10:03 pm
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Topic: Kitty issue
Replies: 2
Views: 3641

Re: Kitty issue

pretty classic signalment for bladder infection, in general cats can stress themselves into hematuria ( blood in urine) by frequent urinating and marking, post stress. This can create cystitis and urethritis. you sometimes see baby-butt bald patches when injury has healed and the scab and hair sloug...
by hoopoe
Wed Feb 17, 2016 6:41 pm
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Topic: It is about time. Mandatory helmet ruling
Replies: 11
Views: 9866

Re: It is about time. Mandatory helmet ruling

at least in the FEI sanctioned events the helmet is an option, and not forbidden
by hoopoe
Sat Jan 30, 2016 12:09 am
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Topic: Leather care saddle versus boots
Replies: 4
Views: 4920

Re: Leather care saddle versus boots

ditto my saddle wash damp washcloth after each use and conventional saddle soap every week or so, more in the winter with mud. boots were damp cloth after use and Kiwi boot polish as needed. I also use overshoes if the ground is muddy, but the barn I was at had a breezeway from barn to arena so I tr...
by hoopoe
Fri Jan 29, 2016 12:43 pm
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Topic: First Budweiser Baby of 2016
Replies: 2
Views: 3065

Re: First Budweiser Baby of 2016

looks like a toy~ the fuzz kills my heart

check out the videos linked in the article. A new 2016 football / SB commercial and the "holiday fireplace" available loop ( 56 minutes worth.)
by hoopoe
Thu Jan 28, 2016 1:46 pm
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Topic: Favorite sore throat remedies
Replies: 19
Views: 15541

Re: Favorite sore throat remedies

I cannot do garggles so salty soup can help pull down inflammation.

otherwise old fashioned warm water and salt garggle can pull edema.

I went through tonsils from hell last Spring ( took about 5 months to clear) so you have my complete sympathy
by hoopoe
Mon Jan 25, 2016 10:11 pm
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Topic: Horse advertising ... what are best onllne?
Replies: 14
Views: 11320

Re: Horse advertising ... what are best onllne?

I got good results with Dreamhorse

dont overlook your regional USDF org, your GMO newsletter and good old work of mouth.
by hoopoe
Sat Jan 23, 2016 11:11 pm
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Topic: Serial dog poisoner - Seattle area
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Views: 3177

Re: Serial dog poisoner - Seattle area

Not directly Seattle area but anyone who uses a dog park ( marymoor, all of the Seattle ones etc) should be aware and alert. Our state has terrible record from punishment of animal crime. DS is a perfect example of that rat poisoning can be tricky because if the dog starts bleeding into the spinal a...
by hoopoe
Thu Jan 21, 2016 2:34 pm
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Topic: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
Replies: 35
Views: 21155

Re: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?

yes I too keep reading about your stinky tackroom

glad I am not alone
by hoopoe
Thu Jan 21, 2016 2:27 pm
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Topic: Dremel recommendation for dog's toenails
Replies: 9
Views: 8385

Re: Dremel recommendation for dog's toenails

dremmels kits come with multiple attachments for many purposes from gentle to hard core. dremmel does make this "dog specific" tool. An economical choice http://www.amazon.com/Dremel-7300-PT-4-8-Volt-Pet-Grooming/dp/B003TU0XG4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453386573&sr=8-1&keywords=d...
by hoopoe
Sat Jan 16, 2016 11:49 pm
Forum: The Menagerie
Topic: Dog Flu Popping up
Replies: 1
Views: 3974

Re: Dog Flu Popping up

Yes, had an outbreak here in the Seattle region at a kennel. Reported in the last week. With the high popularity of dog parks this is a greater threat for spreading. I worked in vet clinic in the early 80s when Parvo made its first big entry. To this day the smell of Clorox reminds me of all those s...
by hoopoe
Fri Jan 15, 2016 4:20 pm
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Topic: RIP Alan Rickman
Replies: 13
Views: 10968

Re: RIP Alan Rickman

thank you for posting the link to Bottle Shock I have not heard of that one.

looks like fun
by hoopoe
Fri Jan 15, 2016 1:03 am
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Topic: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
Replies: 35
Views: 21155

Re: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?

yes

get a deep square upright utility sink on legs. Something you would have in your home basement
you can put buckets into for making mash. It can be a large volume tub for soaking soiled items and is handy if you ever need to do disinfection process like Clorox soaks of tools buckets etc
by hoopoe
Thu Jan 07, 2016 1:43 pm
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Topic: Trying to avoid a silly Dr visit
Replies: 8
Views: 7973

Re: Trying to avoid a silly Dr visit

oh most doctors / systems see around that. I was warned that on my "yearly exam" that bringing up something like that changes it to a non-routine visit.

It is one thing if they find something, like a heart murmur, its another thing with "oh by the way about these spots"
by hoopoe
Wed Jan 06, 2016 6:23 pm
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Topic: Trying to avoid a silly Dr visit
Replies: 8
Views: 7973

Re: Trying to avoid a silly Dr visit

in animals ( cats) we would treat a minimum of 45 days, even if lesions are not visible, since some fungal elements can be in the dermis Cats are notorious for carrying ringworm ( particularly himy and persian) without signs of lesions. Not sure I would assume dog is fungal free because it does not ...
by hoopoe
Tue Jan 05, 2016 1:41 pm
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Topic: Ursala kitty update
Replies: 10
Views: 8712

Re: Ursala kitty update

agree the crying for food is often really a social behavior

distract her with toy. Dancing wands/ kitty fishing poles ( pole line and toy ) are popular
by hoopoe
Tue Jan 05, 2016 3:21 am
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Topic: Can't pick a name...
Replies: 21
Views: 15168

Re: Can't pick a name...

Mable I dont know why, but that popped into my head
by hoopoe
Sun Jan 03, 2016 4:25 pm
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Topic: Watercolor portrait
Replies: 18
Views: 14608

Re: Watercolor portrait

yes the lighting is excellent. So often there is a false feeling about light.

The riders face the obvious bend through the horses neck

it feels very natural. I am sure the owner is going to be thrilled

there is also a feeling and expression of love and connection that comes through the rider
by hoopoe
Sat Jan 02, 2016 4:20 am
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Topic: Who IS horse of the month?
Replies: 19
Views: 19371

Re: Who IS horse of the month?

stunning stunning stunning. I have never seen the after picture that is listed on the masthead

Q you are my hero
by hoopoe
Fri Jan 01, 2016 5:31 pm
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Topic: Jingles appreciated or ending up the new year with new equine issue
Replies: 14
Views: 11876

Re: Jingles appreciated or ending up the new year with new equine issue

I had never heard of Pithium and went to do some reading

My best wishes for you and your herd. I hope the weather just gets back to a reasonable levels so that stress can be eliminated. Fresh air, sunshine and routine does a body good.
by hoopoe
Thu Dec 31, 2015 9:55 pm
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Topic: Freeway
Replies: 41
Views: 21428

Re: Freeway

what a sad loss. I too followed the freeway saga and have always used it as an example of what I might face, someday, in giving a horse an upgrade. Very inspirational story

I too an not a Facebook member and cannot see the details of the news.

I hope Q drops in to accept our condolences
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 29, 2015 2:30 pm
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Topic: Help with European weekend trip ideas
Replies: 17
Views: 14247

Re: Help with European weekend trip ideas

Prague my sisters travel extensively and LOVE Prague Warsaw Budapest also lovely I adore London. Check the What's On and look for fun theater or special event. Since Ryan Air is constantly running flights, it is easy and inexpensive . Remember,too,all the FEI events. Continental 3day events, show ju...
by hoopoe
Mon Dec 28, 2015 2:54 pm
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Topic: Introducing Annie!
Replies: 18
Views: 13997

Re: Introducing Annie!

Sweet. Looks like she has all the pride and joy you want in a happy dog.
by hoopoe
Mon Dec 28, 2015 2:51 pm
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Topic: Meet my new kitteh
Replies: 23
Views: 16252

Re: Meet my new kitteh

Oh she is sleek and lovely. Thank you for choosing an older friend. I am sure she is ready to step out and take control of your whole home right now :lol:
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 22, 2015 11:27 pm
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Topic: Bomb detonated at Holly Hill Farms (Area V eventing facility)
Replies: 4
Views: 4745

Re: Bomb detonated at Holly Hill Farms (Area V eventing facility)

that is really tragic

Being sad and lonely and desperate in some way
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 22, 2015 4:27 pm
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Topic: Retirement locations
Replies: 15
Views: 12648

Re: Retirement locations

Sequim is the sunshine belt and has attracted retirees for years.
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:39 pm
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Topic: Are all cats...
Replies: 47
Views: 26035

Re: Are all cats...

yes all cats are like this

Isn't it wonderful?!??!!?

typed while felinieicly impaired
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:38 pm
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Topic: Geographic Location PLEEEEASE!
Replies: 12
Views: 10491

Re: Geographic Location PLEEEEASE!

You got it out of me

;-)
by hoopoe
Mon Dec 21, 2015 2:17 pm
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Topic: Need dog foster care for cancer patient in Decatur GA
Replies: 1
Views: 2273

Re: Need dog foster care for cancer patient in Decatur GA

this is tragic

Perhaps her oncology service knows of a support network that exists for pets. This might be a sad but somewhat common problem.

Might also check with local AIDS network.
by hoopoe
Sun Dec 20, 2015 10:49 pm
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Topic: Ah Modern Voyeurism....
Replies: 13
Views: 11480

Re: Ah Modern Voyeurism....

Oh that stretch through the Siskyous can get real dicey . I can see having something like this is quite comforting, particularly if his ability to call out is challenged.
by hoopoe
Sun Dec 20, 2015 2:58 pm
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Topic: Lyme disease - bit by tick again
Replies: 7
Views: 6436

Re: Lyme disease - bit by tick again

I would call the doctor that treated you earlier this year and see what they think. Seems to me a preventive course is less expensive than a disabling flair-up
by hoopoe
Sat Dec 19, 2015 6:09 pm
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Topic: Braised Short Ribs with carrots and onions
Replies: 9
Views: 8166

Re: Braised Short Ribs with carrots and onions

note to say

this made up wonderfully . stopped before the final step and refrigerated overnight. The braise liquid, in the separator, i could simply remove the hardened fat, so easy.

I t also freezes beautifully
by hoopoe
Sat Dec 19, 2015 5:52 pm
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Topic: Star Wars
Replies: 9
Views: 10010

Re: Star Wars

I have not seen it yet. I will see it in a little theater in a little ocean-side town with none of the high tech whiz bang features of big city theaters. I am prepared to enjoy the music, the movie craft and the two new , young stars. I will take a kleenex for a sad bit I know is coming. I am not a ...
by hoopoe
Thu Dec 17, 2015 2:35 pm
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Topic: Anniversary flowers = parrot jungle gym
Replies: 4
Views: 4935

Re: Anniversary flowers = parrot jungle gym

have you ever grown black oil sunflower and given him the seeded heads?
by hoopoe
Wed Dec 16, 2015 9:29 pm
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Topic: In memory of SmithsonLM
Replies: 14
Views: 12829

Re: In memory of SmithsonLM

I always loved her quote about petting a horse and smelling your hand
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:49 am
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Topic: PNW Storms
Replies: 28
Views: 19782

Re: PNW Storms

Ugh what a mess, I hope you have a little cat that can resurface the path

clear skies here, today and with the loss of cloud cover, the temps have fallen. I assume this means ice in the morning
by hoopoe
Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:47 am
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Topic: Parrot at My Bird Feeder
Replies: 19
Views: 15178

Re: Parrot at My Bird Feeder

birds do not use birdhouses or nests for night roosting.

This bird is more likely to associate with other birds and night roost with them. Some parrots do use tree holes which, as a rule, are better insulated than birdhouses.
by hoopoe
Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:44 pm
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Topic: RIP Peri
Replies: 42
Views: 23409

Re: RIP Peri

I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life she must have lead
by hoopoe
Mon Dec 14, 2015 1:23 am
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Topic: Perfect bread
Replies: 17
Views: 13547

Re: Perfect bread

yeast builds the flavor and I would for sure go more than 24 hours on the basic recipe
by hoopoe
Sun Dec 13, 2015 10:49 pm
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Topic: PNW Storms
Replies: 28
Views: 19782

Re: PNW Storms

I agree. This feels totally normal Driving home late last night ( saturday) my car was really pushed around on the freeway. There was a state truck along the road pulling back downed limbs and inspecting fallen tree on the 405 in Kirkland Happy skiers here, all the areas are open and the roads are d...
by hoopoe
Sat Dec 12, 2015 6:38 pm
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Topic: Perfect bread
Replies: 17
Views: 13547

Re: Perfect bread

I think the big thing wrong with the basic recipe and all its basic permutations is that it lacks any depth of flavor and texture. I have been consistently disappointed a bit of olive oil for sure helps, I think 1/4 tsp yeast is stingy. I use conventional yeast and bloom it rather than rapid rise. N...
by hoopoe
Sat Dec 12, 2015 1:42 am
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Topic: PNW Storms
Replies: 28
Views: 19782

Re: PNW Storms

I have only seen that happen once here in Redmond
by hoopoe
Fri Dec 11, 2015 1:34 pm
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Topic: caramels
Replies: 8
Views: 7457

Re: caramels

stirring in candy making is vital as it maintains uniform temps. If sugar goes beyond the required temp, you cannot equalize it back to the uniform temp and get a proper uniform set.
by hoopoe
Fri Dec 11, 2015 2:25 am
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Topic: Your favorite hand lotion/cream/salve
Replies: 19
Views: 16402

Re: Your favorite hand lotion/cream/salve

Burts Bees Almond Milk Beeswax hand cream. great for nails and cuticles, elbows knuckles, just about everything

smells heavely
by hoopoe
Fri Dec 11, 2015 12:38 am
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Topic: PNW Storms
Replies: 28
Views: 19782

Re: PNW Storms

our trees evolved for this weather they are pretty bendy, to a point then when they come down in the forest it is a natural thinning and they serve as ground support and nurse logs. It is the built up areas where they leave a few trees here and there that the mayhem starts. Lone trees and tree lines...
by hoopoe
Thu Dec 10, 2015 11:45 pm
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Topic: PNW Storms
Replies: 28
Views: 19782

Re: PNW Storms

From Scott Sistiks Blog. Gusts and peek winds recorded in the triple digits yesterday yowza The Olympic Mountains may be home to Hurricane Ridge, but it was some of the Cascade ridges that took on hurricane-force winds during Tuesday's windstorm. As an intense low pressure system passed by just to t...

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