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he's very handsome, Exvet! and has certainly won the lottery landing with you. I can't wait to see how he progresses. So sorry about your loss, Flight--that is such a hard thing. We leave for regionals on Tuesday and they still haven't sent us stabling information, hopefully that comes tomorrow. Whi...

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I went with the bockeman. I also looked at the equitrek and i really liked their side load model. But ultimately decided on the bockeman, partly because it seemed like it would be easier to find a dealer/maintenance and of course it had what i needed and the reputation was good. I went with the Port...

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Flight, i would love to see videos. Khall, i'm fairly certain that changes will be neutral for his canter quality UNLESS he gets anxious, then it will tank the canter. So, my primary goal in finding an exercise that works for him is not letting him get anxious, which means I will have to us exercise...

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re: trailers: A couple years ago i bit the bullet and got one of the european trailers designed to be pulled by a smaller vehicle. DH and i live in the city and having a third vehicle isn't practical for us and having a true truck also isn't practical for us (it won't fit in our garage and street pa...

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SF, I'll be interested to see how things go with T. I think in theory I don't mind riding a horse that is FBDM. Issue with RP, is that when he gets hot, he gets anxious and panicked. And so quickly hotness goes from 'i'm fired up' to 'i'm in a blind panic and don't know where my legs are and have lo...

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thanks, Tanga. I've done the simple changes on straight line and then slipping in the change with past horses. But he is so sensitive and naturally hotter, that I am worried this will get him too hot. I can probably try it, but getting him to anticipate it might result in him coming unglued, rather ...

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I know we've had a lot of discussion and even threads specifically on flying changes. But since we were most recently in robust conversation about it, many of you have put changes on your horses. Once regionals is over, my plan is to start the work with RP. But wanted to get thoughts from others on ...

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excited for your tailcoat, Aleu! re: trot lateral work: I agree, Chisamba that it's about back to front connection. But I'll also be honest that trot lateral work is typically a strong suit of mine, so I feel a bit frustrated it's been such a slog with RP. We finally have a decent leg yield, we some...

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Mari--I can relate. Trot lateral work is a real sticky point for RP as well. Canter lateral work--fine, no problem. But trot is tough. I am frustrated because lateral work, particularly at the trot is usually a strong suit of mine, so it feels frustrating I can't fix the problem.

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Hoping this a more productive set of months! Me Continue to eat healthy, especially when traveling Work on position Workout when not riding--even if just walking MM Keep breathing on track Get back in shape Enjoy her RP Continue to work on lateral work, esp getting a clear HI at trot September--regi...

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Time to close out it seems! Me Exercise when not riding Eat healthy on the road Work on position when riding MM Ensure she gets ridden even when i'm traveling/not able to flare in breathing meant she got true time off, but this was the right decision Continue to enjoy her RP Show in July? Get in a l...

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Mountain horse would be a good brand to look at for paddock boots. They are durable and affordable and while I've never tried their paddock boots, their tall boots are comfortable. Breeches: depends a lot on your preferences--a true breech or tight? full seat? silicone? low/mid/high rise? Smarpak is...

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Khall, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know how hard all of this has been. Jingles for everyone else dealing with sick, injured, NQR horses, animals, or humans. This past month sure has been a doozy for many of us. My trip was wonderful--great weather, amazing hikes, and lots of just quiet ...

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You've gotten some very good advice here. I especially underscore the don't take the legs off. Keeping the gentle hug also means it's easier to give a slight gradual increase of an aid and is less surprising. the other thing I wanted to add is that there are some horses i've had in the past where th...

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I agree not to rush it, but I will also say that to me canter issues often live in their own island a bit. A lot of work on the trot, typically doesn't help or improve the canter, unless it's a basic fitness you're trying to build up. This is not to say you need to canter him around a bunch. But I w...

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Ugh, Exvet, that sounds like a really unpleasant viewing. Glad Brandon handled it well and has potentially a much better fit of a home lined up! So sorry to hear about your mom, khall. I can only imagine how hard this has all been. I hope you are able to enjoy DS's competition. MM is doing much bett...

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Flight, I'm annoyed on your behalf about the comment made about Ding. 16 is an age with plenty left in. I haven't seen him in pics or videos as recently as Norsey, of course, but I bet other than his woolies, he's looking fabulous. Norsey, I can comfirm, does look fabulous. And look at those changes...

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I know many on this board disagree, but I like IW. Her horses always seem happy in the work, many stay competitive into later years. Not everything is perfect, but her horses are usually not chin to chest . and I like that ost of her horses are ones she develops up, rather than taking on the made ho...

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I'm not fully caught up, but some observations from me: I thought Jessica VBW were quite over-scored in the qualifying (haven't watched them in the team final yet). I didn't like Lottie's test much--glamourdale seemed tense. I don't love the way Isabell's horse, Wendy moves--something a bit jarring ...

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MM has been having a rough couple of weeks with her breathing without any real obvious trigger, which worries me a lot. Normally she will have a 'bad day' every 3-5 weeks and then we will hit her with clenbuteral and/or dex depending on whether it's more of a wheeze or a heavy breath and that's it, ...

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I had an interesting conversation with a T fan the other day, which helped me realize/remember that many that are voting for him are doing it based on misinformation. This person was under the impression that under T administration we were able to produce all our own oil and and not import any and t...

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LSP--yes, please do! I'd say previous SI issues are 90% improved. So happy to share what we tried/did

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what a great picture, Aleu! Looks super powerful with great alignment, bend, and crossing. Wow! I also was at a show this past weekend, likely my last until regionals. We got lucky with weather, we had a cooling front come through putting temps in the mid-high 80s instead of the 90s. The front came ...

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I think the only sedative that would be good for longer term and the pasture would be Ace. But a horse can blow through ace, it's not a TRUE sedative, just sort of like a xanax for horses.

It won't hurt to give him, but i don't know that it will do much if he's actually afraid.

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SF: T looks great and I bet a very easy photoshop could fix that pole in the first picture--agree it's a great one! Khall: how is Rip doing? glad to hear the second opinion was a more positive one. Exvet: i expect Brandon will sell fast once someone comes to try him. Hopefully you get some real inte...

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thinking of you and Rip, Khall.

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Swelter is right! Blob I don’t know how you can face showing in our heat and humidity. It’s miserable. Can’t imagine putting on show clothes! Do you show at the horse park? Good luck if you do. How is RP with rear shoes? I show at the horse park, chatt hills, or poplar. All are within a 90 minutes ...

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you will probably find a saddle in either brand that fits your horse. So, it's likely a matter of which saddle that fits your horse you like more. Custom saddles tend to be more saddle than Passiers, less close contact feel. That's not necessarily good or bad, just down to personal preference. If yo...

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Since no one else has started it first, here goes, July and August! Trying to be realistic this time! Me Exercise when not riding Eat healthy on the road Work on position when riding MM Ensure she gets ridden even when i'm traveling/not able to Continue to enjoy her RP Show in July? Get in a lesson ...

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Wow, Mountaineer--a great story. Glad to hear he's in a great place. Here's closeout Me Find time to ride in May Exercise when not riding Eat healthy on the road MM Ensure she gets ridden even when i'm traveling/not able to Did a good job of this in May, less great in June Add in more jump/pole days...

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Chisamba, you look fantastic and your change is pretty inspiring. Hope you feel better, Mountaineer. Exvet-- MM is SUPER responsive to a ground person, so much so that my trainer doesn't even have to hold a whip, he can just stand in the middle of the arena and lift her finger and she gives 50% more...

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Mikey looks fantastic, Chantal! Congrats, Mountaineer, sounds like a good show. I've ridden for Beverly a few times and also found her very tough/conservative across the board. Congrats to you as well, Aleu, sounds like a great show with some great scores. Exvet--your show also sounds like it was pr...

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Interesting to hear about the biting/bridle journey with Brandon, Exvet. A friend recently went through a very long process with her gelding who has the fleshiest cheeks i've seen and as a result would bite the inside of his own cheek with nearly any bit in his mouth. Unfortunately for him he also h...

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On our end - have friend loaning me a bosal (used to have one but sold it) tomorrow. Another friend is loaning me a hackamore tomorrow and the winderen bit is supposed to arrive next Wednesday. I should have an answer soon as to what direction I'll have to take Brandon. His lameness is improving wi...

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What a fun title! This time around, I'll have a weird/patchy May with lots of travel, but hopefully a focused June! Me Find time to ride in May Exercise when not riding Eat healthy on the road MM Ensure she gets ridden even when i'm traveling/not able to Add in more jump/pole days Add in more focuse...

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I'm going ahead and closing out since i'm still traveling and will likely only get 1 more ride in before April is over! Me Continue to workout at home I was very good for awhile until travel picked up Continue to find time/ways to ride as work gets busy Eat healthy Continue to log/track my rides in ...

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Chisamba--I agree riding would be ideal and i too ride to get fit. My challenge is that I am not able to get saddle time as much as I would like these days. So I want to try to supplement. When I was in FL and in grad school, i was riding 3-4 horses 6 days a week nad that's definitely the best shape...

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It's been nice to read everyone's updates. Sending jingles for those dealing with ouchy feet, missing shoes, illness, and other hurdles. Work has been very busy the last couple of weeks, which meant I rode last week, but not at all during the week, I'll get to ride this weekend (if it doesn't rain),...

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It's been nice to read everyone's updates. Sending jingles for those dealing with ouchy feet, missing shoes, illness, and other hurdles. Work has been very busy the last couple of weeks, which meant I rode last week, but not at all during the week, I'll get to ride this weekend (if it doesn't rain),...

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I find long-lining so tricky--i feel like i always end up tripping over ropes or running around, but you look like you're doing it well, Khall! So sorry to hear about your mom, sending you hugs. Chisamba, wow, Siaph looks great and that crossing is really fantastic--she looks very limber through the...

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I'll be interested to hear what your instructor thinks about before and after shoes. My understanding of the equiband system (official or DIY) is that it's not supposed to show difference with a single use--but rather you are supposed ot use it regularly for 4-6 weeks to get the proper improvement a...

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Have you thought about using or used something like the equiband system? I know not everyone believes in them, but I know some people who have had some really good results with them helping a horse adjust the way they use the body. I'm wondering if something like that might encourage her to to be le...

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SF-- does she do it on her own when she's on a lunge or out in pasture or is it something specific to when she's ridden? I'm asking because I usually approach issues like this differently depending on whether the horse is struggle to coordinate their legs in the way i'm asking them to move (only sho...

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Very interesting about the chip! I will need to chip mine soon since it will soon be a requirement. I have just been putting it off. But now I am wondering if I want this biothermal chip! Thankfully mine are easy to take temps of rectally. But it's still fun to think about having that kind of data/f...

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Khall, are horses ever induced? If so, typically around when? We have a pregnant mare at this barn who is over a week past her due date. And a neighboring farm, also has one that is always early, who is now late, must be something in the air! Well, we put shoes on RP on Wednesday (just front to star...

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Exvet--it's interesting to have two that are so different, but also valuable. I know I am a better rider because MM and RP are so different. Both lessons sound interesting and productive. To avoid the 'tense air' from the PSG gelding could you ride Brandon first and then Junior? Riding has continued...

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heddylamar wrote: the other is a bit quirky ... I need to decide how quirky is too quirky for me.

Gosh, I'm dying to know now what makes it so quirky!

Khall, jingling for a safe delivery and healthy foal. Can't wait for pictures

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congrats, Heddy! I hope the rest of the moving process goes smoothly as well. Have you found a barn? We've had a LOT of rain to kick-off our March. Enough that even on days when it's not actively raining, everything is too wet for real riding. The past weekend involved a lot of walk-only hacks on sl...

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Aleuronx, while I do think it would be ideal for a horse to be able to do a correct and true stretchy trot at the beginning of the ride, not every horse will be able to do that right away and some may never be able to do it for various reasons. It could be worth trying to see if this is something yo...

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Like Exvet, I am thinking about/looking ahead to our next show, which will likely fall in June. There are options in April and May, but it's looking like I might be traveling when they happen. But here are some goals for the mean time.... Me Continue to workout at home Continue to find time/ways to ...

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