tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post6534789759694107726..comments2023-06-10T06:38:37.815-07:00Comments on Life With My Herd: The Rest of the StoryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-5069340052248797742013-03-05T06:47:50.005-08:002013-03-05T06:47:50.005-08:00Hi Andrea,
I'm not sure if Sassy has good conf...Hi Andrea,<br />I'm not sure if Sassy has good conformation or not. I know that every vet and ever farrier that has ever worked on her, has made a point to comment on how much they like her, so she must have something going for her. But really after I sat down and thought about it, my initial reasons for taking her to that class, and for even considering showing her in halter at all, has nothing to do with winning, and everything to do with exposure. She has spent so much time just sitting in the pasture I really want to get her out and about so that she is a little more calm in public places. A little more used to being in an arena with a bunch of other horses. And also, a little more selfishly, something to do besides sit and watch tv. <br />Can you tell me what ACTHA is? I do like to trail ride, I just don't like to do it alone and never have anyone to go with. <br />I'm hoping you are right about the trainer! ThanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-79682177861112190762013-03-05T06:35:52.797-08:002013-03-05T06:35:52.797-08:00Yes, that is exactly what it is.
Welcome to herdl...Yes, that is exactly what it is. <br />Welcome to herdlife Zoe. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-77547893458692972472013-03-05T06:35:21.432-08:002013-03-05T06:35:21.432-08:00Funny you should mention that, because I was think...Funny you should mention that, because I was thinking the same thing as I looked at my own blog yesterday. It is hard to read like that. So thank you for mentioning it. I will be making some changes today. <br />:-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-27181157248272918822013-03-04T22:27:25.583-08:002013-03-04T22:27:25.583-08:00Thankyou for popping over to my blog.
I don't...Thankyou for popping over to my blog. <br />I don't know what a halter class is. I am guessing it's the same as the inhand classes we have in the UK. No riding just walk and trot in front of a judge? <br />Zoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07320245344972085329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-6805801887843836662013-03-04T21:26:16.061-08:002013-03-04T21:26:16.061-08:00Sounds like an interesting clinic, and the halter ...Sounds like an interesting clinic, and the halter style horses are not my cup of tea either, and bit to beefy for my liking, I like a more "using horse " look. One other thing, and please don't feel like I am dissing your blog, but I find the dark background and white writing really hard on my eyes , otherwise I love the layout and the blog as a whole.I almost need to copy and paste this type of color combo to word to read it without seeing spots.Sorry not trying to be a kill joy Sherry Sikstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15739108723318002627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-28629151202066766752013-03-04T20:53:39.035-08:002013-03-04T20:53:39.035-08:00I think if your horse doesn't have perfect con...I think if your horse doesn't have perfect conformation, a showmanship class might be more up your alley. And you probably wouldn't have to get them all fat and gross looking like a halter horse. I don't understand that kind of showing at all. I like my horses with all their whiskers and warts, and living a natural life with normal exercise. For me, horsemanship is more about the partnership than the glitz and approval of others. But I've never been much of a person to want to be in the spotlight anyway. Although I do kind of like showing off how awesome my horses are. :) Do you like to trail ride? What about ACTHA rides, or something similar, rather than showing? If that's your thing. Not trying to push my preferences on you. :)<br /><br />In regards to a trainer, I think something is just going to magically fall into place at the right time. Keep your eyes open and follow your intuition.Andrea -Mustang Sagahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00576342393431178404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-64108395883574874642013-03-04T16:03:24.821-08:002013-03-04T16:03:24.821-08:00That seems like some "sound" advice. (g...That seems like some "sound" advice. (get it- I did a little play on words there- hee hee) :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-29981742800715557022013-03-04T15:26:04.756-08:002013-03-04T15:26:04.756-08:00In my experience, halter horses have a hard time s...In my experience, halter horses have a hard time staying sound due to the excess weight and the 'ideal' conformation. If you have a hard time keeping your mare sound, maybe just clean her up and enjoy halter for the fun of it instead of trying to pack on weight! I don't know what level showing you are doing, but my QH and I used to do well in halter for purely a fun level and he was average weight (no butt creases, no ribs). Laurenhttp://www.shemovedtotexas.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-75400568689674372272013-03-04T10:32:25.253-08:002013-03-04T10:32:25.253-08:00I will try to do a post about the tips. Okay? :)I will try to do a post about the tips. Okay? :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-69084736207119799742013-03-04T10:31:23.882-08:002013-03-04T10:31:23.882-08:00Thanks Marissa,
I think you are right, no sense i...Thanks Marissa,<br />I think you are right, no sense in pushing Sassy just to get her in a class this summer. <br /><br />I have given up on the former trainer all together. He used to do my trimming too but I have texted him 2 times to see if he could trim 2 horses for me soon, and can't even get an answer at all. So my guess is that he is much to wrapped up in his personal problems to deal with me. Which is fine. <br /><br />I called the other trimmer I use sometimes, and left a message so maybe he will come out and trim. It just so happens that he is the trainer I really wish to use too, so maybe if we can talk about it in person I can get a solid yes or no, or even a good recommendation. This young man trained my neighbors Arabians and did a wonderful job with them. I have seen him ride, and I want what he has going on. Plus I have seen how he interacts with horses, he has a soft spiritualness about him, and I like that as well. <br />I think he would be great to work with. So hopefully he will at least call me back on the trimming today. <br /><br />I have not looked on craigslist. I am leary of that outlet. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15617546413512282387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-64228035959705677702013-03-04T10:18:33.601-08:002013-03-04T10:18:33.601-08:00Care to share some of those grooming tips?
Some ho...Care to share some of those grooming tips?<br />Some horse people can be so frustrating when they think they are better than others. I am sure your horses were fine. :)<br />I am interested to hear about finding a trainer. I imagine I will be looking for one come fall. Maybe sooner. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02168070368360018750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1551110757601242898.post-34201201483098632592013-03-04T09:47:15.691-08:002013-03-04T09:47:15.691-08:00hmmmm. I just went back in your blog posts and loo...hmmmm. I just went back in your blog posts and looked at as many recent pictures as I can of sassy, and honestly, she doesn't look thin at all! Of course, having a winter coat can make them look plumper than normal, but I wouldn't want to put any weight on her, especially since she's been lame. I can definitely see adding muscle mass to her, but not necessarily fat, just to give her some weight. But with her having been lame for so long, I'd say do it slowly, don't push it for a class and end up regretting it. I think its really cool that you went to the clinic and were able to find out more about the halter classes though! I had no idea what they were, it's awesome that you were able to find out the criteria for it so you know in the future if its something you want to do and what would even be expected! <br /><br />I agree that it would be cool to have that goal with trax, since he's so sensitive, Its funny what they will adapt to when you consistently work with them on something! <br /><br />Thats definitely frustrating about the trainer. I have my trainer, but I've taken a LOT of lessons with different people, and I can never find someone that works with me as well as my trainer....aside from finding someone who is knowledgable, its tough to find someone that also understands how to teach someone! Much like your trainer before...he was clearly knowledgable, but you left your lessons feeling down, which had more to do with his teaching style, expectations than his knowledge! It's tough!<br /><br />Can you try looking on craigslist? Thats where I found my trainer....or maybe look up boarding stables near you and see if any of them offer lessons/trainers and contact them? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14850398102722859692noreply@blogger.com