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by Fatcat
Fri Nov 25, 2016 11:03 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Great sheet/blanket sale
Replies: 16
Views: 11773

Re: Great sheet/blanket sale

That may be sort of a dodge-y website. I've heard people complain about placing orders, having their CC charged and never receiving anything, with them constantly saying it's "on backorder". Hope I'm wrong.
by Fatcat
Wed Nov 23, 2016 4:48 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Pasture Disaster Avoided...Talk About Thankful!!
Replies: 36
Views: 27439

Re: Pasture Disaster Avoided...Talk About Thankful!!

So glad it turned out well, it's always something with horses!

You might look into a Hug style blanket, they have no chest buckles. Dover saddlery carries them.
by Fatcat
Tue Nov 22, 2016 4:12 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: I have breast cancer
Replies: 58
Views: 32979

Re: I have breast cancer

I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm sending lots of healing thoughts your way!
by Fatcat
Tue Nov 22, 2016 1:19 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Let's talk about horse bankies
Replies: 27
Views: 18166

Re: Let's talk about horse bankies

I use Hug blankets for my big shoulders Morgans, and the pony has horseware rhino wugs (boy do I hate those poopy tail straps.)

I get the Hugs from doversaddlery and am glad they now offer higher denier version.
by Fatcat
Sun Nov 20, 2016 7:58 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Getting the work done in a small barn? Please help! UPDATE 11/30
Replies: 70
Views: 39184

Re: Getting the work done in a small barn? Please help!

I live in the same region as you, so I get it that with all the mud, 24/7 doesn't work here. I only have two now, but have had as many as four, and what works for me is to have stalls that open out to individual all weather paddocks (geotextile, gravel, topped with cedar shavings). I never have to c...
by Fatcat
Fri Nov 18, 2016 9:22 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Getting the work done in a small barn? Please help! UPDATE 11/30
Replies: 70
Views: 39184

Re: Getting the work done in a small barn? Please help!

Why don't you kick everyone out except your good friend? Evict the apartment dweller and rent it out to someone for money not in exchange for work.
by Fatcat
Fri Nov 11, 2016 3:37 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trainers who come to you
Replies: 12
Views: 11337

Re: Trainers who come to you

I have had two trainers who traveled to my place, both an hour away, and both I pay for their travel time. I'm coming out of a protracted health crisis, and was so grateful they were willing to travel to help me keep my horses going when I was too ill to trailer to them. I don't quibble about their ...
by Fatcat
Fri Nov 04, 2016 3:24 am
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Topic: Television shows- I found some gems. Anyone else have any good ones?
Replies: 42
Views: 22546

Re: Television shows- I found some gems. Anyone else have any good ones?

I like Longmire in Netflix. There's 5 seasons out there now.

Also like The Office (US Vsn), and The IT Crowd is hilarious!
by Fatcat
Fri Nov 04, 2016 3:20 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Who is the horse of the month for November?
Replies: 5
Views: 5244

Re: Who is the horse of the month for November?

Quinta, she was a looker, wasn't she? I'm not very familiar with Morgans. I think I need to go find out more. Yes, they are a hidden treasure. I've had more people ask me what breed my Morgan is and express desire to find a horse like her. She's my second Morgan, there are many types, it's harder t...
by Fatcat
Fri Nov 04, 2016 3:16 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Business Awards Dinner - Appropriate Attire?
Replies: 10
Views: 11062

Re: Business Awards Dinner - Appropriate Attire?

Go shopping at a JJill near you. They have some great outfits and their staff is really helpful. If no stores, try Jjill.com

I love their clothes!
by Fatcat
Sun Oct 30, 2016 3:19 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: My training is staring to show progress
Replies: 74
Views: 40670

Re: My training is staring to show progress

Kande, it isn't appropriate (or nice), to chime in with your unsolicited critique. If someone requests a critique, feel free to speak your mind. Regardless, I didn't see any animal abuse that requires us to speak up for the animal in the video of Shirrine riding. And, be careful of the "glass h...
by Fatcat
Sat Oct 22, 2016 2:07 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Show us your pets!
Replies: 54
Views: 34172

Re: Show us your pets!

Here's my two orange men, Finn the collie, and Pumpkin the tabby:
by Fatcat
Thu Oct 20, 2016 1:00 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Goodbye to a fine Morgan mare
Replies: 32
Views: 19712

Re: Goodbye to a fine Morgan mare

I am so sorry, what a heartbreaking ordeal. She was a lovely mare.
by Fatcat
Tue Oct 18, 2016 11:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Re: Back in the saddle

quinta wrote:Congrats on getting back in the saddle! As a fellow Morgan lover, I am excited to see more from the two or you. She is an EMR mare, right?

Thanks! Yes, she's from EMR Morgans, she's by Iron Forge Starman and out of Cadeuceus Sonata.
by Fatcat
Tue Oct 18, 2016 2:32 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Re: Back in the saddle

She's adorable and looks well put together.. I keep a calendar in my tack locker that I just jot down when my mare is good, semi-good or a BiTC#. This really is to help me track of when she goes into season. She is no one to reckon with when she's in season...ugh.... I also try to list how long dur...
by Fatcat
Tue Oct 18, 2016 2:22 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Re: Back in the saddle

demi wrote:Nice horse and I am looking forward to your progress. I am a sucker for bay mares!! (she's a black bay, right?)


Yes, she's a black bay. Looks like molasses in the summer time. :)
by Fatcat
Tue Oct 18, 2016 4:52 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Re: Back in the saddle

Moutaineer wrote:Hubba Hubba! What a super-looking horse!

:D thank you, I adore her. She's quiet and steady and a real love.
by Fatcat
Tue Oct 18, 2016 3:07 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Re: Back in the saddle

Moutaineer wrote:Join the goals and progress thread. It's useful for keeping track and for a bit of inspiration when you aren't feeling so inclined!

Glad to see you riding again! That's really good.

We also need pictures :)

Here you go, second ride:

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by Fatcat
Tue Oct 18, 2016 1:56 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Re: Back in the saddle

Congrats on getting back in the saddle! Fingers crossed that neither of you have another set-back. Please keep us posted on how your training and rides are going Thanks! I will. I'm thinking of keeping a training journal, do others do that? Just a few sentences at the end of each ride should help m...
by Fatcat
Mon Oct 17, 2016 11:04 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 23
Views: 16513

Back in the saddle

I'll contribute to the request to post more on DDBB. I'm finally back to riding after losing both my horses within months of each other four years ago. In 2013 searched for, and purchased a new young horse, a 3yo Morgan mare. Unfortunately months after she arrived, she suffered a shoulder injury tha...
by Fatcat
Thu Sep 22, 2016 6:41 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)
Replies: 78
Views: 45316

Re: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)

Fatcat - we were in NE Oregon, then Montana for a couple of years. (Husband's Montana job didn't work out the way we had hoped, so his new job brought us to Maine). NE Oregon has real winters, like Montana. Below zero temps both places, but not as low as they go here in Maine, and winter lasts a lo...
by Fatcat
Thu Sep 22, 2016 6:36 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Blood Work ?
Replies: 4
Views: 4633

Re: Blood Work ?

I'd say ask your vet. However, in our area we need to test for selenium as we're in a deficient region. Your vet ought to know what bloodwork to check for basic nutrient deficiencies.
by Fatcat
Thu Sep 22, 2016 6:33 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)
Replies: 78
Views: 45316

Re: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)

Very nice! Were you previously from oregon? That's going to be quite a change in winter weather for you!
by Fatcat
Thu Sep 22, 2016 12:25 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)
Replies: 78
Views: 45316

Re: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)

P.s. Your barn is so cute! Hope your contractors get on the stick.
by Fatcat
Thu Sep 22, 2016 12:24 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)
Replies: 78
Views: 45316

Re: So depressing (warning, graphic horse injury photos)

Panalog cream is great for preventing proud flesh. Your vet can give you some.
by Fatcat
Thu Sep 15, 2016 9:19 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Winter paddock boots
Replies: 5
Views: 5411

Re: Winter paddock boots

Josette wrote:My favorite is Ariat Extreme insulated paddock boots. They keep my feet warm and comfortable to walk in. Waterproof too.

These are great!
by Fatcat
Wed Sep 14, 2016 9:57 pm
Forum: Rider health and fitness
Topic: Anyone try Yoga?
Replies: 15
Views: 14192

Re: Anyone try Yoga?

I like Yoga for Equestrians by Linda Benedik. I have their DVD I use, but there's also a book if you'd prefer that.
by Fatcat
Wed Sep 07, 2016 4:14 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Back on track sale
Replies: 0
Views: 2247

Back on track sale

Today on tackoftheday.com
by Fatcat
Sat Aug 20, 2016 12:35 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Four Wheeler Instead of Tractor...More questions please 12-3-16
Replies: 20
Views: 15408

Re: Four Wheeler Instead of Tractor...anyone do it?

Yes, we got by with a Honda 250 Fourtrax for our 5 acres until just this spring. We used it to drag the arena, the fields and it even pulled the manure spreader. However, We did have access to my dads big 1959 MF tractor for mowing, post hole digging, bucket work, and all else. I must say we were so...
by Fatcat
Wed Aug 10, 2016 8:13 pm
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Topic: Musings of the Directionless
Replies: 11
Views: 9724

Re: Musings of the Directionless

You're young, the twenties are for the directionless :) I would lighten your load, think about what you love and where you can do what you love, then look into finding a job in that region. I would strongly urge you to get a college degree. It's really hard to make a living wage without one these da...
by Fatcat
Sat Jul 30, 2016 6:37 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Rein Recommendations
Replies: 12
Views: 10985

Re: Rein Recommendations

I really like my Red Barn calfskin reins I got earlier this year, very supple and have stops of a sort. You can find them at smartpak.com or vtosaddlery.com
by Fatcat
Wed Jul 13, 2016 4:12 am
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: TAKEN:Bell Boots, BOT & assort others
Replies: 4
Views: 5719

Re: FREE:Bell Boots, BOT & assort others

Sorry, They're all taken, I'll change the subject to show that.
by Fatcat
Mon Jul 11, 2016 7:51 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Helmet cams
Replies: 2
Views: 2880

Helmet cams

I'm wanting one of these for riding Retta and driving my pony, and am wondering if anyone has one and what their experiences are? I can't find any reviews for the one that I'm interested in, a Trailer Eyes model. Maybe I should just stick with a GoPro Hero.

Opinions?
by Fatcat
Sun Jun 26, 2016 3:59 am
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: TAKEN:Bell Boots, BOT & assort others
Replies: 4
Views: 5719

Re: FREE:Bell Boots, BOT & assort others

orono wrote:Do you have any with a fuzzy top?

No fuzzy tops, sorry.
by Fatcat
Sat Jun 25, 2016 2:53 pm
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: TAKEN:Bell Boots, BOT & assort others
Replies: 4
Views: 5719

TAKEN:Bell Boots, BOT & assort others

Free 4 pairs of Bell Boots. Sizes small, medium & large. Includes a set of Back on Track size small, Davis size medium, the others are unmarked but one pair looks large and the other medium. They are all velcro closure type, no pull on. Free for the cost of shipping.
by Fatcat
Fri Jun 17, 2016 1:07 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Show bridle for pony with petite head?
Replies: 4
Views: 5264

Re: Show bridle for pony with petite head?

Another vote for justforponies.com they have a nice selection of small, medium and large pony bridles.
by Fatcat
Sun Jun 12, 2016 4:13 pm
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: TAKEN--NEW Hug Flysheet size 82
Replies: 1
Views: 3545

TAKEN--NEW Hug Flysheet size 82

Brand new, Hug flysheet with neck cover and belly band. Size 82. Small hole in top of neck cover (less than a dime). Doesn't fit my mare's thick Morgan neck. Free for the cost of shipping.
by Fatcat
Mon May 30, 2016 4:46 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Alternatives to MTG?
Replies: 20
Views: 15871

Re: Alternatives to MTG?

I know flax needs to be ground up and fed fresh to maintain it's benefits. I've just started feeding it to my horse and donkey. How much does everyone feed at a time and how many times a day? I feed HorseTech's stabilized ground flaxseed product, Nutraflax. It won't go rancid, and has a balanced Ca...
by Fatcat
Fri May 27, 2016 3:41 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Another techie phone question
Replies: 4
Views: 4178

Re: Another techie phone question

Actually in the US there are two cell phone standards, GSM (AT&T, TMobile), and CDMA (Verizon, sprint). Make sure the phone you buy is unlocked and the correct standard for your phone plan and you'll be fine.
by Fatcat
Thu May 26, 2016 4:26 am
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Topic: Surgery Day! Jingles welcome :)
Replies: 77
Views: 44408

Re: Surgery Day! Jingles welcome :)

Many speedy recovery jingles coming your way!
by Fatcat
Tue May 24, 2016 3:58 pm
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Topic: How does your garden grow?
Replies: 23
Views: 16210

Re: How does your garden grow?

We're in the process of expanding our veggie garden and building a nice fence around it, (deer require everything you want to grow be behind a 6' fence). It's been too rainy to plant yet, as I need to get another till on it. I am getting some lovely peony and clematis blooms right now from my landsc...
by Fatcat
Sun May 22, 2016 8:53 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD Roma ecole dressage pad $20
Replies: 2
Views: 3827

Re: New Roma ecole dressage pad $20

Sue B wrote:Love those pads, I'll take it.

Sue, I sent you an email
by Fatcat
Sun May 22, 2016 5:54 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: NEW Beta Biothane Reins
Replies: 0
Views: 2506

NEW Beta Biothane Reins

New beta biothane reins, brown. Horse passed on before they were used. $20 plus actual shipping.
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by Fatcat
Sun May 22, 2016 5:51 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Nylon bridle full size
Replies: 0
Views: 2448

Nylon bridle full size

Pauls harness shop nylon bridle
Size, full
Color, brown

Great trail bridle, easy to clean, just throw in washer and hang dry. Good condition, no problems. Bit NOT included. $20 plus actual shipping.
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by Fatcat
Sun May 22, 2016 5:26 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Fleeceworks Full Saddle Pad
Replies: 0
Views: 2489

Fleeceworks Full Saddle Pad

Fleece works full dressage pad Size: large Color, white $95 plus actual shipping Dimensions: 18" down spine from inside of roll to inside of roll. 21" drop from center seam to inside of roll. In good condition, always washed per manufacturer instructions. One small tear in the fleece sheep...
by Fatcat
Thu May 19, 2016 10:54 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD Roma ecole dressage pad $20
Replies: 2
Views: 3827

SOLD Roma ecole dressage pad $20

New in bag, Roma ecole double diamond dressage pad. Wick dry lining, purple. $20 plus shipping. Description: Lush polished cotton exterior features eye-catching double diamond quilting embellished with two-tone piping. Underneath, the well cushioned micro tricot lining wicks moisture for your horse’...
by Fatcat
Fri Apr 29, 2016 2:51 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
Replies: 15
Views: 12269

Re: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad

Yes, you just see a thin edge of pad around the saddle. I got into contour pads from riding small short backed Arabians, the square pads would just swamp them! :)

I would think the sheepskin might actually help disperse heat.
by Fatcat
Fri Apr 29, 2016 2:21 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: The Little Red Barn Needs Fans....feedback please? UPDATE 5-16-16
Replies: 17
Views: 12245

Re: The Little Red Barn Needs Fans....feedback please?

Good info all...thanks. So I looked briefly at the Big Ass Fans...are they all ceiling fans? Not sure if ceiling fans that will work in TLRB. Fatcat...re:the Farmtek fans....which size did you get? I love the write up and they sound perfect for an open barn like TLRB...in case rain blows in, in the...
by Fatcat
Fri Apr 29, 2016 2:14 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
Replies: 15
Views: 12269

Re: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad

Hayburner wrote:
What is a "shaped pad"?


They're also called contour pads. Here's one I like from PRI and have used a lot. It's available from vtosaddlery.com



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by Fatcat
Thu Apr 28, 2016 8:27 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad
Replies: 15
Views: 12269

Re: Favorite "Cool" Saddle Pad

I'm going to try a Letitia Coolmax pad this year. It hasn't been warm enough to know yet.

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