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What is your New Years resolution with your horse?
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Mine is to believe I can do whatever my coach asks me to do without ever thinking "Oh, that's hard".
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Barbara F
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blanket woes
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Hey all,I've been a long time watcher of the site but this is my first post.Now that grass is a thing of the past my guy has taken to eating the front of his blanket while on turnout. Blankets fit well, done up correctly etc. etc. I have tried putting deterrents on the blanket (soap, McNasty's) - he just see...
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knitty
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Trail Riding on Public Land
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Just wondering if anybody trail rides on public land? Do you share it with motorized vehicles and how do you deal with them?
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Nikki Salo
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Check out this week's photo caption contest!
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http://www.barnmice.com/forum/topics/photo-caption-contest-week-120
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Horsey Bucket List
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I'm sure you have all seen the movie (or at least heard of it) The Bucket List. If not, a "bucket list" is a list of things you want to do before you die. So I'd like to know what is on your horsesy bucket list? I've been fortunate enough to mark a lot of things off of my bucket list (before I even kn...
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Nikki Salo
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If you could...
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If you could change 1 thing to improve YOUR equestrian life/experience, what would it be? (human, not horse-related - something about yourself)
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Tack Conditioning?
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What does everyone use to clean and condition their tack? Do you clean and condition your tack after every use, once in a while, or never? I like to keep my tack clean and conditioned, and if I have the opportunity to I clean my tack after every use. I always wipe down headstalls and bits, and clean up any mu...
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Info on getting started with horses
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Hi everyone, I've written a few articles on how to get started with horses - if you could please pass on to those you know who might benefit, I'd appreciate it. Just click on the titles! Thanks! How to Get Involved with Equestrian Activities Checklist of Things to Buy for Your New Horse, pt. 1 Checklis...
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Is cold weather riding bad for the horse?
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How cold is too cold to ride? At what point does it become harmful for the horse's (and rider's) lungs? Also, how do you adjust your warm-up/cool down in cold weather?
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Barbara F
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Why in Heaven's name would these horses have been returned??
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http://www.khou.com/news/local/5-seized-horses-returned-to-owner-112377644.html
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Barbara F
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Carriage Horses in Cities. What do you think?
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I know there is a lot of debate about this, and without at all passing judgment on people who do driving, I have to say that I wish carriage horse were banned in cities. I'm sure there are many people who take great care of these horses, but when I was in NY during the summer and saw the horses walking through...
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Barbara F
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At what age did you start riding?
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I've been riding since I was 6, however I didnt get my first horse until I was 20. My mum owned and rode horses before she had myself and my brother but unfortunately it was no longer financially viable to continue her hobby after that. She always let me have riding lessons as I was growing up and for that, i...
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Show Me Your Beards!
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If anybody has photos of their horse or pony's winter "beard" of past, present or future (you may continue to add photos whenever), I would love to see them! PS. Brownie points for fuzzy pony ears!
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Nikki Salo
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Toronto Star: Judge orders...horses deported
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http://www.thestar.com/news/article/911243--judge-orders-ontario-woman-s-horses-deported?bn=1
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hedgren
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Sweet-itch
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Anyone else deal with this heinous condition. Three of my horses have it. And while this isn't the season for it...I'm almost dreading spring, summer and fall... I've found just about the only thing that keeps it slightly under control is coating their bellies with swat....but even that doesn't c...
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Who is your EQUESTRIAN HERO?
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Just wondering who your Equestrian Hero (or Equestrian Idol) is? Please share!
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NaturallyUnbridled
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Defining Abuse
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What defines horse abuse to you? My definition of abuse starts at a lack of basic care (lack of hay, water and prolonged confinement). It really upsets me when I see a horse in a situation like this
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Nikki Salo
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I would NEVER get on a horse that...[Fill in the blank]
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Is there a type of horse that you would never get on? How did you come to that decision?
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What kinds of issues have you had with your saddle?
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I have been following Jochen Schleese's blog and video series and I would highly recommend it for anyone who has been really frustrated with the fit of their saddle, or for anyone who just wants to learn about saddle fit. It really clarifies the role of proper fit and the effect it can have on the well-be...
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Barbara F
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Keeping Your Behind Warm for Winter
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All of you riders that endure the blistering cold, and all of you stall muckers who are out in the barn long before the sun gets out of bed. What are you wearing to keep your behinds warm for winter? Snowsuit? Layers of long johns with a warm yet fashionable bright orange hat? Heres to the bravely dressed f...
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Nikki Salo
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Saving Joy: A True Story for the Holidays
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http://www.barnmice.com/profiles/blogs/the-story-of-joy
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Helmet Safety?
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After coming across this article on the Helmet Safety Symposium occurring in Ohio in January, I've decided once again to hit the forums and inquire about my fellow Barmousers opinions. What are your thoughts on helmet safety? Do you always wear one? Do you require your students, friends, family, et...
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Cutter rides (pics of my pony from this weekend!)
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Here are some pictures of me driving Roger, my mother-in-laws cob. It was his first time pulling the cutter. He was so good and we had a blast!
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Barn Mice & Cats, stories!
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So we have a barn cat who loves to please. He caught a mouse yesterday and laid it on one of the turnout blankets that was covering the feed containers, so we would definatly see it. My instructor was like no way! I nearly died laughing. Also, said cat also tried stealing the lunge whip while my instructor...
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Doors don't stand a chance at our Place
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Between the horses, dog and son doors are always getting broken. last year we had a horse fly backwards through the east door - couldn't hit the side that was open - no - hit the side that was closed - sent the door flying and ripped the door frame into shreds. Last week a horse caught it's blanket on the latc...
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Update to "Nervous Rider"
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http://www.barnmice.com/forum/topics/nervous-rider?xg_source=activity
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Emiry
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How did you find your horse?
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I was going to Ottawa to look at another horse. Weeks before I had tried a horse, but didn't buy him. Someone from that barn suggested that while in Ottawa I try a horse he knew of that had just come in from Germany a few weeks earlier, so I added a bit of time to see the horse. Lo and behold, the first horse wasn...
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Barbara F
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You guys are going to love this video
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prospect
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How old is too old for riding well?
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How old is too old to be making big plans, showing at a high level, riding every day? When would someone be past their prime in riding? 40, 50, 60? Beyond?? Is there a point at which you adjust your dreams and goals according to your age?
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Barbara F
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Saddle fitting...
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Had the saddle out last night doing a smidge of a re-flock. You know, when the saddle is just off about 1/16 or so of an inch and it's not quite right... So, I figured I'd start a thread on it. I get my saddle checked about every six months, and it needs a bit of adjustment every 18 months or so. I do ride 5 tim...
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