I love the thicker horses too. I was able to work with some Schwarzwalder Fuchs--the stallion was an absolute unit--long, thick mane! Very strong and sturdy.
I also like the cold blood temperaments--think before they react.
Akhal-Teke can have the most stunning, metallic coats!
Thank you...
@ChikaInu absolutely stunning horses! Love that they're allrounder types!
I love Ruben! I had a rooster named Rubin (short for Rubinstein, like the famous Oldenburg stallion).
My family comes from Halland, Sverige! I've tried learning Swedish, it's been a slow process LOL!
No, it was a documentary (should have used that to describe it). A camera crew went to Hideaway Farms and followed him and his rider, Carol, to a few shows, clinics and around the farm.
@paintedChix Yes, he had a movie made too!
"The Little Horse that Could" Maybe it's on YouTube?
It was very cute and a nice little dip into the behind the scenes look at Eventing.
Yes, Friesians don't do well in the heat! Some are even unable to sweat! During the summer I put mine out at night to avoid the sun and heat.
I adore Irish Cobs/Gypsy Vanners! Wouldn't mind one in my herd!
Fascinating about Teddy and Wynn!
Erin Go Bragh was our area's super pony back in the day!
I've always really liked ponies--they've been some of my best teachers!
So true. I'm not a pedigree snob, but I certainly look at lines to sort of get an idea of the horse's inherent traits with regards to temperament and character.
Doesn't mean that I don't judge the horse in front of me, but I do feel that certain behaviors can pop up further down the...
@paintedChix So sorry about the loss of your youngsters! How terrible! :hugs
It surprises me that the stallion was APHA, they seem like such all-round and family-oriented horses.
Seemed like a really nice facility you were at!
@paintedChix Love Rythem (her story is incredible--but I must admit, new fear unlocked--lightning striking barn!) and Cricket. Looks like you have produced some gorgeous horses!
I do want some more deets though on this stallion that dismembered a human!! :th
Like what happened? Was he...
I've been thinking about switching from using rubber bands in my horse's braids to electrical tape. I've seen other people use it on their horses with long manes, and it's something I've never done. Just wondering if there's merit to it.
My bay roan is so white right now, which I was a bit...
@Ponypoor that's so cute! What a sweet and kind horse. My horse has always been super jealous of my chickens and would try to stomp them if they got into his pasture!