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- Fri Jul 10, 2020 12:47 pm
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Some Good News
- Replies: 38
- Views: 17175
Re: Some Good News
I like the name you picked!
- Fri Jul 10, 2020 12:45 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Saddle Fitting
- Replies: 24
- Views: 13463
Re: Saddle Fitting
Silverado : I just checked my pm and did not get one from you. Where is Valerie located? Do you know what states she covers? Blob, do you remember what year your MR was made? From what the fitter in NY ( Patty Baker) told me ones made before 2015 had to be returned to the factory. Those trees had to...
- Tue Jul 07, 2020 10:35 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Saddle Fitting
- Replies: 24
- Views: 13463
Re: Saddle Fitting
Silverado, since I was not using a MacRider fitter the company that I booked with contacted me about 2 weeks before my fitting asking if they could bring other Saddles for me to try in case the MacRider was never going to fit. I said yes, but I really would like to use the MR. A day or so later I ge...
- Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:22 pm
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- Topic: Spin off: Boy names
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2164
Re: Spin off: Boy names
Aaron
It's my newphews name and it's always the first to come up in my phone!
It's my newphews name and it's always the first to come up in my phone!
- Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:21 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Thin but grippy reins
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3364
Re: Thin but grippy reins
See my post in dressage training.
I also loved my Nunn Finer thin rubber reins except no stops on them, that's why I got the
PS of Sweden reins. I also looked at the Schkomole reins which look nice too. Thin and grippy
I also loved my Nunn Finer thin rubber reins except no stops on them, that's why I got the
PS of Sweden reins. I also looked at the Schkomole reins which look nice too. Thin and grippy
- Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:18 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Rein Weight?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2612
Re: Rein Weight?
Demi, they were an absolute bit@@ to get! I won't give you the long drawn out version my rein saga, but DO NOt order from Royal Equestrian Group in CA. Which I have a feeling is owned by PS of Sweden. Horrible communication and ordering issues! I have never had such horrific service or should I say ...
- Sat Jul 04, 2020 2:25 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Rein Weight?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2612
Rein Weight?
Just wondering if the style or weight of the reins make a difference to what a horse is feeling thru your hands or the bit? I just bought the PS of Sweden softy super grip reins and thy are super light weight compared to my Stubben laced reins. Wasn't sure if they will feel different/better/worse to...
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:34 pm
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- Topic: Some Good News
- Replies: 38
- Views: 17175
Re: Some Good News
Congrats to you and your hubby!
- Thu Jun 25, 2020 4:26 pm
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- Topic: New Neighbors
- Replies: 18
- Views: 10611
Re: New Neighbors
Paula. Your Right!
- Thu Jun 25, 2020 4:24 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Equissential Breeches
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7531
Re: Equissential Breeches
Greenhorse. Mine are 28,s.
Chisamba, I have had little fabric breaks in the seat area but not bad enough to show or not wear. I think it's from wearing them with my Wintec saddle and sitting the trot or maybe I should have bought the medium rather than small. Otherwise, I love them!
Chisamba, I have had little fabric breaks in the seat area but not bad enough to show or not wear. I think it's from wearing them with my Wintec saddle and sitting the trot or maybe I should have bought the medium rather than small. Otherwise, I love them!
- Thu Jun 25, 2020 4:18 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Not peeing when she has to
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3731
Re: Not peeing when she has to
My mare has been pretty good about peeing before we ride. There is a chain that I attach her to in her stall, I put her halter , attach her to the wall then I go and get my saddle, etc. I also take a pee break before I saddle her. 99% of the time she will pee before I put the saddle on. She likes he...
- Wed Jun 24, 2020 2:40 pm
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- Topic: New Neighbors
- Replies: 18
- Views: 10611
Re: New Neighbors
Board member got back to me and said she would be discussing this with the Management company and review the rules of our neighborhood. I told her I could not get pictures as they have been home. Honestly, since she's on the board I think she should be taking the pictures. Now they have even piled s...
- Wed Jun 24, 2020 2:35 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Colic last night...some jingles, please
- Replies: 16
- Views: 8657
Re: Colic last night...some jingles, please
Glad to hear he is doing better and pooped!
- Fri Jun 19, 2020 7:40 pm
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- Topic: New Neighbors
- Replies: 18
- Views: 10611
Re: New Neighbors
After much thought, I decided to contact the board member that I talk to regularly. I told her I really didn't want to bring this situation up, but the neighbors went against what they said they were going to place in that spot and it's also against the rules of our HOA. The HOA has to approve any t...
- Thu Jun 18, 2020 1:53 am
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- Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
- Replies: 83
- Views: 30915
Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
In the Dressage News article it does make it sound like there is one person and one allegation. I think he is doing the right thing by requesting an Independent Arbitrator especially if he is 100% innocent. If I was accused of something I didn't do, I would stand my ground too. I'm staying neutral o...
- Tue Jun 16, 2020 12:07 pm
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- Topic: New Neighbors
- Replies: 18
- Views: 10611
Re: New Neighbors
I still haven't decided how to play this out. I have noticed that the HOA committee has been letting some things go. We are required to leave our post lights on from dusk to dawn, neighbor next to me has been here about a year and they don't leave theirs on, across the street they are newer maybe 6 ...
- Sun Jun 14, 2020 4:20 pm
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- Topic: New Neighbors
- Replies: 18
- Views: 10611
Re: New Neighbors
Paula I may mention something to the HOA officer that I am friendly with but I still don't know if I trust her not to mention my name. I am so non confrontational that I know I could never address it with them personally. I'm just really ticked that they said it would not be higher than my fence and...
- Sun Jun 14, 2020 12:38 pm
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- Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
- Replies: 83
- Views: 30915
Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Tanga. Stbx =. Soon to be ex (spouse).
Tho we have been in that status for a good 8 years
Tho we have been in that status for a good 8 years
- Sun Jun 14, 2020 2:00 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: New Neighbors
- Replies: 18
- Views: 10611
New Neighbors
I live in a planned community with many rules that we are supposed to follow. Our homes are also very close to one another. We do have officers that are supposed to monitor our property to make sure we are following the rules. My last neighbors air conditioning unit was on my living side which I cou...
- Sun Jun 14, 2020 1:36 am
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- Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
- Replies: 83
- Views: 30915
Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
If the allegation is from 47 years ago that is insane! Others will probably not agree with me, but my opinion is if you stayed silent this long, let it go and move on. I do not know what the exact allegations were brought against him, but 47 years ago things were different than today. If you were so...
- Fri Jun 12, 2020 1:01 am
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- Topic: Online dating apps
- Replies: 23
- Views: 12537
Re: Online dating apps
PaulaO. I need the same type of guy! LOL. It would be nice if he was also good at fixing the crap I break!
Otherwise, I am happily single, well still legally married but separated 10 years.
Otherwise, I am happily single, well still legally married but separated 10 years.
- Fri Jun 12, 2020 12:58 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Equissential Breeches
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7531
Re: Equissential Breeches
Oh Greenhorse, I do see used ones now and then on Ebay
- Fri Jun 12, 2020 12:57 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Equissential Breeches
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7531
Re: Equissential Breeches
Blob. The fabric is a French Terry, it's a thick fabric but they don't feel super hot.
- Fri Jun 12, 2020 12:56 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Equissential Breeches
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7531
Re: Equissential Breeches
I loved Eauissential breeches! They were my first full seat breeches. Loved the owner Joe! The originals were designed by Anstat Das. Who I believe is on Etsy. Tho, when I saw them a few years ago at a trade show they were not using the same fabric. They were more of a stretchy fabric. I bought a pa...
- Tue Jun 09, 2020 4:31 pm
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- Topic: Godspeed, LaurieB
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8569
Re: Godspeed, LaurieB
My prayers go out to all who knew and loved LaurieB. May she rest peacefully now.
- Tue Jun 02, 2020 8:56 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Strangles immunization reaction
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3351
Re: Strangles immunization reaction
Paula O. Horse ownership comes with worrying and fretting gabout every little thing! Lol
- Sun May 31, 2020 5:54 pm
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- Topic: "Never a lender or borrower be" is good advice.
- Replies: 19
- Views: 10904
Re: "Never a lender or borrower be" is good advice.
If she had any intention of returning it she would have done it long ago. Hopefully she responds in kind to your request.
- Sun May 31, 2020 5:52 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Strangles immunization reaction
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3351
Re: Strangles immunization reaction
I believe the intranasal vaccine is a live virus, I could be wrong though.
Probably no different than other times some horses can get a bit of a reaction from shots.
Probably no different than other times some horses can get a bit of a reaction from shots.
- Sat May 23, 2020 2:34 am
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Boost immune system
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5137
Re: Boost immune system
Have you had her vitamin E level checked? I used vitamin E on my horse with Cushings, it is touted that it boost the immune system. I keep my non Cushings mare on it year round for preventative purposes. She was low when I bought her and I gave her Nano-E for many months to get her I the recommended...
- Mon May 18, 2020 5:32 pm
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Can your dressage horse do this?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 13974
Re: Can your dressage horse do this?
Never in a million years. I love watching videos with Pedro he is a fantastic rider with super horses.
Kelo your horse is always amazing!
Kelo your horse is always amazing!
- Sun May 17, 2020 10:04 am
- Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
- Topic: Please jingle for my boarder and long time friend
- Replies: 16
- Views: 9524
Re: Please jingle for my boarder and long time friend
Healing vibes coming for your friend! Riding right now we all have to be more careful as none of us want to end up having to go to the hospital. Prayers that she does not have the virus. My sister had pneumonia a month ago, they did not test her for the virus as she did not have other symptoms. Ned'...
- Wed May 13, 2020 12:23 pm
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- Topic: Silly/fun horse pics
- Replies: 11
- Views: 7412
Re: Silly/fun horse pics
Sooo Cute!
- Fri May 08, 2020 4:37 pm
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- Topic: Another reason I love my barn
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5507
Re: Another reason I love my barn
Now that is a great bunch of people/friends!
- Tue May 05, 2020 11:05 am
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- Topic: Feeling sorry for myself
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5918
Re: Feeling sorry for myself
Go ahead and whine away! I have mild allergies and can't imagine how bad yours must be to also get dizzy from them. Do you have a cold air humidifier in your bedroom? Those are supposed to help. Maybe wearing a mask even at home would help. When mine were bad, I would put a OTC salve around and in m...
- Wed Apr 15, 2020 12:09 pm
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- Topic: In which I ask for jingles for my best girl bailey (dog)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 11051
Re: In which I ask for jingles for my best girl bailey (dog)
The reason I brought up bright light is because when I had scratched my eye very badly and actually went to the ER, bright light made my eye very painful.i even had trouble watching tv.
- Sun Apr 12, 2020 12:56 pm
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- Topic: Riot has his Sweet 16 party....
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7044
Re: Riot has his Sweet 16 party....
Happy Birthday Riot!
I also remember when she bought him....
He's a charmer that's for sure
I also remember when she bought him....
He's a charmer that's for sure
- Sat Apr 11, 2020 11:58 am
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- Topic: In which I ask for jingles for my best girl bailey (dog)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 11051
Re: In which I ask for jingles for my best girl bailey (dog)
Ahh, sweet Bailey, jingles that this scratch heals quickly. Yes, she has had more than enough health issues.
Scratches typically heal quickly, keep up her melds and keep her out of bright sunshine/lights.
Hugs
How Mr Riot?
Scratches typically heal quickly, keep up her melds and keep her out of bright sunshine/lights.
Hugs
How Mr Riot?
- Thu Apr 09, 2020 2:11 pm
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- Topic: Please jingle for my sister's friend
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3815
Re: Please jingle for my sister's friend
So sorry for your friends son.
Sending prayers and hope that this young man fully recovers and can go home soon.
Sending prayers and hope that this young man fully recovers and can go home soon.
- Tue Apr 07, 2020 2:43 pm
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- Topic: No Puppy For Me
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6371
Re: No Puppy For Me
I may give it one more shot and just ask if they have any small dogs available for adoption and if I can make an appointment to view the dogs they have. If I again get no response, then I'll assume I don't "pass" their adoption criteria. The right one will come along, I just have to be pat...
- Tue Apr 07, 2020 2:39 pm
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- Topic: Corona question
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8825
Re: Corona question
Thank you all for the details. My fears are real and even when it flattens out, I will be keeping my guard up with myself and my dad. I finally retired last week and I can't go anywhere! I was looking forward to long lunches, shopping, more time with friends and family and a few spa treatments. Thos...
- Tue Apr 07, 2020 2:20 pm
- Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
- Topic: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa
- Replies: 19
- Views: 12141
Re: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa
Sorry I don't have the answer, but won't grass turnout help keep or put weight on?
Or do you also use the alfalfa for energy?
Or do you also use the alfalfa for energy?
- Mon Apr 06, 2020 5:48 pm
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- Topic: Corona question
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8825
Corona question
Has anyone else wondered how we will really know that it's safe to resume a semi normal lifestyle again? Is it always going to be here and once they get a vaccine we should all get it? I don't get the flu shot, but this would be something almost mandatory due to the severity of this virus. Even if t...
- Mon Apr 06, 2020 5:44 pm
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- Topic: No Puppy For Me
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6371
Re: No Puppy For Me
PaulaO I am not bred specific, but I do know I want a smallish dog and I would prefer low shedder. This particular rescue is not fully closed due to Corona but they only see you by appt. They were closed for a week or so, but then reopened. Their website doesn't even show the available dogs. :( Just...
- Mon Apr 06, 2020 12:01 am
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- Topic: No Puppy For Me
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6371
No Puppy For Me
Well, I've been stalking the rescues Facebook page and I sent the owner another email stating that I know that are busy with the Corona Virus situation, but are the puppies still available. No response! In watching the site 3 puppies that I was interested in have been adopted! :twisted: :twisted: So...
- Sat Apr 04, 2020 1:21 pm
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- Topic: Minor vent
- Replies: 23
- Views: 14552
Re: Minor vent
Yep Paula, I'd say that lady and her girls made the BO set stricter boundaries. I actually am a bit leery to ride, I'm concerned that if I get hurt the last place I want to go is the hospital. Since things with this virus don't seem to be improving, I may even drop down to every other day. The barn ...
- Fri Apr 03, 2020 2:59 pm
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- Topic: Minor vent
- Replies: 23
- Views: 14552
Re: Minor vent
All 3 coming out at the same time is a bit much with the current situation. The barn owner hasn't officially closed it to boarders or working horses, so strongly suggesting apparently wasn't enough for this nurse and her daughters. One local barn has set up times for each boarder to come. I think th...
- Wed Apr 01, 2020 4:36 pm
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- Topic: King Charles Spaniels
- Replies: 17
- Views: 10967
Re: King Charles Spaniels
Chancellor can you elaborate on hybrid vigor and hybrids?
- Wed Apr 01, 2020 4:35 pm
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- Topic: King Charles Spaniels
- Replies: 17
- Views: 10967
Re: King Charles Spaniels
Thanks for all the replies! I have t heard back from the rescue yet, the Corona virus has us on lockdown! Saanich- I did read about this disease and how the CKCS have a good chance of getting this. That certainly worries me, also many other health issues they can have. My last dog did have many issu...
- Wed Apr 01, 2020 4:24 pm
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- Topic: It's been a tough day up here on the mountain
- Replies: 22
- Views: 13755
Re: It's been a tough day up here on the mountain
Mountaineer. So sorry you have had to make some very difficult and heart breaking decisions.
You honored Lucky with letting him go with his dignity intact.
Life changes are not always easy or pleasant, but doing the right thing is always the best answer for all.
Hugs!
You honored Lucky with letting him go with his dignity intact.
Life changes are not always easy or pleasant, but doing the right thing is always the best answer for all.
Hugs!
- Tue Mar 31, 2020 1:34 pm
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- Topic: King Charles Spaniels
- Replies: 17
- Views: 10967
King Charles Spaniels
Anyone have experience with this bred?
Wondering about health issues, etc.
The pup I'm looking at is part KCS.
I've read a few articles on-line but just looking for hands on experience with the bred.
Thanks
Wondering about health issues, etc.
The pup I'm looking at is part KCS.
I've read a few articles on-line but just looking for hands on experience with the bred.
Thanks