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Saddle Pad and cinch

Lil Imp — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:54:52 GMT

I am offering the proffesional choice smx ortho sport saddle pad and the new vent tech cinch. The pad is black and crimson. Used 8 times bought them just shy of 2 weeks ago. saddle pad retails at 189 and cinch retails at 54 will take $200 for both.

black leather bridle?

wjm in wi — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:02:40 GMT

Anybody happen to have a decent black leather bridle lying around unused? Want to give it a good home? If so, let me know!

pasture analysis

wjm in wi — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:27:13 GMT

Hi all!
Just wondered if anybody on this board knows how to interpret the data from a pasture analysis (from equi-analytical).
Just had mine done and got the results today!
Thanks!

Laminitis and I/R Horses

Rodger — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:55:34 GMT

I attended a seminar on Laminitis at equine affair. Here is a web link on what was covered. It was the best info I have come across as far as when to test for I/R what to feed a horse. It was not just about selling a product Dr. Frank K. Reilly took the time to answer all of our questions. If you email him he will reply and answer any question.

http://www.equinemedsurg.com/faqir.html

wrangler barrel racing pad for sale

Ivonne — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 20:04:33 GMT

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/grd/1290109767.html
I bought this pad a short while ago. but it's too short for my saddle. I forgot about it. It sat in my trailer for a few months and now I'd like to get rid of it.

Want to make a deal?

EHV 1&4-Notes on outbreak

Shadowfax — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:26:28 GMT

Dr Sarah- Consuted vets at OSU and New Bolton Center. EHV-1 AND 4 are the same virus Comes in 3 forms 1) Respiratory-Exposed horses carry the virus for life. Can shed virus at any time. Stress and health problems cause them to shed virus. Incubation 24 hours to ten days after it becomes active. 2) Abortive- Not applicable in this case. Causes mares to loose foals. 3) Neurological- Caused by immune system response to the virus. Can be fatal Respiratory symptoms, ...

Ticks Ticks Ticks EWWWWW what to do?

Lil Imp — Mon, 04 May 2009 04:16:45 GMT

Ok last year the area i was living in we might see 1 to 2 ticks in the year. I never had any on any of the cats or dogs and one on a mare i had. But now the area i am living in they are all over. You can pick 10 off and the next morning find 10-15 more. Its disgusting. They are just yuck. I am still creeping from seeing them and keep scratching and itching and checking on me now. Its to the point i wont hug my horse nor let her lean on me or touch me at all unless its at arms length and ...

Rope Reins

haunani — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:56:32 GMT

Yup, reins. To be more specific, yacht braid rope reins, 1/2". I use the same brands as the big names. The usual lengths are 9', 10' and 12', with 10' being the most common. I add leather slobber straps which buckle onto the bit and reins (no chicago screws!), as the reins are finished with eye splices for strength and a clean, finished look. Most of the reins I make are black w/black slobbers, but other colors are available. I have made white (which has a blue tracer in it, ...

5 year old paint mare

Shadowfax — Thu, 28 May 2009 02:36:15 GMT

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php?form_horse_id=1405484 Just thought I'd put this in here. I am managing the sale of the paint mare I have been working with for the past two years. She is a very nice horse, sweet and loves people and attention. She tries really hard to please. Has been trailered, trail ridden and ridden alone and in groups of horses. She still needs miles and some work on emotions but for the most part I'd call her a very quiet tempered horse. Occasionally Jewel ...

Squamous cell cancer on sheath

Daisygldfsh — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:35:48 GMT

Hey, Yesterday I had to take my gelding to the vet for her to remove a growth on his sheath. It started several months ago when a vet came to the barn to clean sheaths. She found a sore on my little guy with instructions to keep an eye on it. It never healed so we called the vet again and she gave him antibiotics. It never healed and in fact, it began to grow. The vet believes that because his sheath is white that he had developed a squamous cell cancer. We will know in a week if ...

Stirrup Swivels

Hasufel — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:21:10 GMT

I believe these are the Tough-1 brand. Aluminum swivels that clamp onto the stirrups. Dont fit my stirrups. Asking $25 shipped obo.

4.5" full cheek snaffle

wjm in wi — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:56:23 GMT

Anybody out there who can use one???
Mine is brand new, only used about 6 brief times on our loaner pony last fall.
Let me know!

AWESOME HORSES FOR SALE

Ivonne — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 06:19:49 GMT

http://valleyviewranchequinerescue.webs.com/availablehorses.htm

Follow the above link to a horse rescue where I have personally seen some great horses that are for sale for good prices.

Soaking Time

appy_lover — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:57:40 GMT

Chris Cox: "There's got to be something in it for the horse." "The greatest reward you can give your horse is to leave him alone. Don't even look at him." Dennis Reis: "Horses learn on the release of pressure." "Always rest for longer than you work." Clinton Anderson: "Always reward the slightest try" John Lyons: "The release must be complete. Drop the rein to the buckle and trust your horse." "Always ...

Please Add your Input to the List

Ivonne — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 22:05:57 GMT

If you've already bought a horse what did you learn from your experience? Tell us about the good, the bad, the ugly. There's always someone out there looking for a horse. It's an investment in time, money and personal devotion (do you and your horse really get along? why?) I always recall a class on horse management a long time ago, where the vet in charge started talking about how Arabs used to (or still do) buy horses. They stick the horse in a tent and the buyer is outside ...

Videos: Wanna See How This Stuff Works

Admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 05:03:23 GMT

You'll notice a new forum for videos. Right now, I'm still learning about getting the videos onto the site, so meantime, I stuck some videos I found on youtube just for kicks.

Stay tuned for training videos coming very soon!
Also...please note the videos on horse blankets, anatomy and a how to on buying horses (expertvillage videos)

Going barefoot, is it for you?

Shadowfax — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 16:44:55 GMT

It occurred to me that I might discuss the natural trim on here as I know many have an interest in it. Many people have recently discovered this wild horse strategy and Natural hoof care has become quite popular. In fact so popular that there is a shortage of people trained to provide it. This thread will address questions about going barefoot. What is involved? Can it help horses with major problems? How is it different? If I do not cover your particular question please ask it ...

Couple things for sale

justanotherhorselover — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 20:24:33 GMT

A Flashy 16 plait bosal. Nice craftmanship. Comes with cotton rope. I paid over $200 for this and would like to least get $150. All the money from this sale goes to Shy Shy http://ahorse4humanity.com/shyshy/bosal3.jpg Equissential breeches, these are good for weather BELOW 20F. They are black with purple deer skin leather full seat. Fits size 16/18 http://ahorse4humanity.com/shyshy/breeches1.jpg

GOOD NEWS AND NOT SO GOOD NEWS

Daisygldfsh — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 19:49:02 GMT

Okay, so the farrier came today and told me that Sam has not one but two old abcesses -one on each front hoof. Good news, because we first thought it was laminitis.

Not so good news, she has the "runs" again. Called the vet and he has her on antibacterial meds. He's thinking that she has some sort of baterial infection going on that is causing this to happen.

NEW CHAT ROOM RIGHT HERE

Ivonne — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:10:04 GMT

I found yet another button! Scroll to the bottom of the home page and you click on log in and voila! You're in chat. Yes, I know. We haven't gotten the times in sync so you're not left talking to yourself. But at least it's more convenient now. I'll keep the other chat board on too. Just for kicks. We'll have use for it very soon. Things are getting started. Wait til Spring gets here and everybody can thaw out and start riding. also, videos are being made. takes time, though... ...

Horse Colic

Admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:51:38 GMT

(NOTE: these videos are for educational purposes only. please see your vet if you believe your horse is suffering from colic)

Horse Vaccines

Admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:46:38 GMT

(NOTE: please consult your vet for info. this video is for educational purposes only)

Equine Teeth

Admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:40:40 GMT

Horse Anatomy

Admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 06:37:42 GMT

VIDEO tip for Buying a Horse from Expert Village

Admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 06:24:04 GMT

CHECK OUT THE NEW EMOTICONS!

Admin — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:10:50 GMT

I found a really cool page from Germany that has loads of really cool Smilies!!! Yes. I make time for this stuff. ha ha I'll be replacing the boring ones throughout the week. Why? Because I like the new ones. They're well, new. And nifty. These are just a few: :-X ~X( :-D: :-&: :-SS : :8-> : What do you think? Oops! I put in twice! I'll fix that later. Hmm.. this one didn't come out: :-&: Enjoy!

One step or clock exercise

mtnmollie — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:18:22 GMT

Why ride your horse piece by piece? What can one step do?

FONTS are BIGGER

Admin — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:18:23 GMT

I don't know about you guys, but I hate 12 font!!! It's too small. All posts will be shown in 14 font automatically. Because I found the button for that! Yippe Skippy!

Nothing could be truer

Rodger — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:43:54 GMT

Nothing could be truer! (your is horse is reflection of you) as a student would be.

THINK HARMONY WITH HORSES: AN INTRODUCTION BY RAY HUNT

Ivonne — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 02:48:35 GMT

Ray Hunt's theory: To Unite The Horse And Rider Into One Working Unit Of Both Mind And Body A direct quote from Ray Hunt's book "Think Harmony With Horses": "My belief in life is that we can all get along together if we try to understand one another. If you find a friend in life before someone else find him you're real lucky. You'll meet a lot of people and have a lot of aquaintances, but as far as having friends--they are very rare and very precious. But every horse you ...

WHAT HAVE YOU GOT FOR SALE?

Admin — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:16:23 GMT

Here's a place where you can tell everyone about the tack you've got for sale, or if you have handmade cool stuff that you would like to sell. Feel free to post pictures and prices and anything else.

WHERE DO YOU BUY YOUR ONLINE HORSE STUFF?

Ivonne — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 21:43:59 GMT

I thought this would be a good place to let people know where to buy stuff. I have personally bought all kinds of tack, wormers, even a saddle online and am always asked about where to go. It can be cheaper and convenient, especially if your local tack shop doesn't offer much. Places I highly recommend: www.horse.com (for wormers, etc) www.discounthorse.com (for Professional Choice saddle pads, boots, etc) www.valleyvet.com (like horse.com, good discount odds and ends) www.horsesaddleshop.com ...

Training in Pieces. Horses Don't Wear Watches.

Ivonne — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:21:23 GMT

It seems to go in pieces. That's how it seems to go even for a horse. There's "time" in there; it's just as well not to crowd the horse if he isn't ready for it. You keep offering, trying to help as much as you can, without troubling him too much about it. Then, there will be a day when it will just clear right up. - TD

Your thoughts?

I Derailed the Sugarfoot Express: LOL

Admin — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:37:42 GMT

Ok. Time to move on and forget about the garbage. In the famous words of Daisygldfish: It's been flushed.
;)

I FOUND THE BUTTON!!!!! LET THERE BE SIGNATURES!!!!

Admin — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 03:14:35 GMT

Okay. I stumbled upon a place where THE BUTTON was hiding. damn button. I clicked on it and it should allow for any member to use a signature.

Mare has sandy gut

Daisygldfsh — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 20:25:02 GMT

My mare has sand in her gut. We live in the south so this pretty typical but it's bothering her bowels. We did a treatment of Equisand on her and her stool is much better but not perfect. Asked the vet what to if anything to do and she recommends putting her on Equisand daily. I know it can't hurt her but the pysllium is expensive and all the instructions on all the products say to use for seven days per month. What are your thoughts? I am going to call the vet when I get a break from work.

The Time That People Post

Admin — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:30:34 GMT

Ok. here's the deal I tried to set the clock for the board so that you'd know when someone posted. But It's for GTM or whatever. And it has military time and it all might as well be in Chinese, because I can't read that either. So, don't pay attention to what time someone posted because it's not going to be correct.
:afro: <--I'm going to go now and wash my fro.

Pressure and Release of Pressure

Ivonne — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:04:01 GMT

It may seem at first that pressure is something the horse is wanting but the last thing he would like to be doing is putting pressure on himself, but he doesn't know what else to do. It is our responsibility to help him overcome his problem. This quote reminds me of when a person has a "lazy" horse that they overuse pressure with, further dulling the horse to pressure, instead of teaching the horse to respond to light... So, when you start with light....and add more as needed...until ...

Back to Basics

Ivonne — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:29:47 GMT

I started to read Tom Dorrance's book: True Unity when I first was going through certification, and I sort of understood it at that time. And the more experience I got with training, the more his words really started to sink in. This is by no means, parting from Lyons training (incase you're wondering what the heck all this Dorrance talk is coming from)....on the contrary, this IS the Lyons training. It's the CORE of the basic foundation to any and all (what's deemed) natural horsemanship ...

From TRUE UNITY: by Tom Dorrance: Slow is Fast

Ivonne — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 21:36:59 GMT

It may seem like you will never get anything accomplished, but sometimes going slow is the quickest way to get there. Talk about TRUE! Wow. This one blew me for a loop the first time I became aware of it happening and every time after that. I'll be working with a horse on something...and it just doesn't seem to click. Something's off. The horse is starting to get aggitated because he's feeling that I'm not as 100% certain...so then I stop, think....okay....what if....instead of ...