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by texsuze
Wed Jul 13, 2022 8:30 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader
Replies: 6
Views: 1773

Re: SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader

Took my truck in this a.m. for routine oil change and some other minor stuff. Major oil pan issues discovered. The $$ I got for the manure spreader will cover all but about $300 of the truck repairs...... Lucky me! I guess.
by texsuze
Tue Jul 12, 2022 5:52 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader
Replies: 6
Views: 1773

Re: New Price:Conestoga C-25 manure spreader--SOLD!

Waved goodbye to my spreader this a.m. The buyer drove 4 hours to come pick it up :). I dropped the price once more since gas prices are so high. Plus, he's an Aggie (went to Texas A&M) like me!
by texsuze
Fri Jul 08, 2022 5:06 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Roe V Wade RIP:(
Replies: 18
Views: 3367

Re: Roe V Wade RIP:(

Trump's ego is too big for him to back away, even if not vying for POTUS. He's getting his jollies by fueling the fires. Perhaps a more scary prospect than RDS would be Ted "Fled" Cruz. He's a real creepster.
by texsuze
Tue Jul 05, 2022 9:44 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader
Replies: 6
Views: 1773

Re: Conestoga C-25 manure spreader--New Price

Just dropped the price a bit on my spreader. I'll consider reasonable offers....
by texsuze
Fri Jun 10, 2022 4:33 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: beet pulp alternative/picky eater
Replies: 20
Views: 3214

Re: beet pulp alternative/picky eater

Try soaked hay pellets first, without any supplement, to see if they'd be palatable. I wouldn't rule out beet pulp products with molasses, if you're only using the foodstuff to deliver supplements, since the molasses content overall is not going to be a huge component of the daily diet. Also, what a...
by texsuze
Fri Jun 10, 2022 4:29 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader
Replies: 6
Views: 1773

Re: Conestoga C-25 manure spreader

Yes, my ad is running in our local weekly paper (every Wednesday;) ) for 3 editions, plus a freebie horse mag, plus CL, plus another rural weekly paper. Hoping someone is interested since it is a great machine and I don't want it to go to waste.
by texsuze
Sat Jun 04, 2022 6:59 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader
Replies: 6
Views: 1773

SOLD!--Conestoga C-25 manure spreader

Not sure where this should be posted, but I'm selling my manure spreader. Since my beloved oldster has gone to the Rainbow Bridge, and there are no horses in the immediate future for me, I can't see keeping it. This spreader is just over 1 year old and has many hours of good use still available to s...
by texsuze
Sat May 14, 2022 7:15 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Total Lunar Eclipse this weekend
Replies: 1
Views: 779

Total Lunar Eclipse this weekend

Should be able to be seen in some form by most of the U.S. If link doesn't work, go to earthsky.org. Also, I watched the ISS pass overhead last night when I did nite check at the barn. Very cool! https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/total-lunar-eclipse-may16-2022/?utm_source=EarthSky+News&u...
by texsuze
Sat May 14, 2022 7:13 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Neighbor's dog killed my beloved cat. An update.
Replies: 33
Views: 5488

Re: Neighbor's dog killed my beloved cat. An update.

What a relief and a good update. Catio will be wonderful, too! Lots of cool designs out there. Not much consolation, but at least you appear to have some type of recourse for this horrible transgression. Out in the county where I live, seems the morons and cretins get away with every possible infrac...
by texsuze
Mon May 09, 2022 4:04 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: NINE DAYS
Replies: 15
Views: 3173

Re: NINE DAYS

She's sleeping in...:)
by texsuze
Wed May 04, 2022 5:37 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Roe V Wade RIP:(
Replies: 18
Views: 3367

Re: Roe V Wade RIP:(

I'd like to quote part of a Letter to the Editor, published back in February, in a nearby city's newspaper. The words are from a Richard C., the thoughts echo my own: " No woman should be forced to carry a pregnancy to term. There is nothing worse than forcing an unloved, unwanted child into th...
by texsuze
Sun Apr 24, 2022 9:07 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'

Thanks, KM, for your thoughts. It often seems to be kidneys as either the basis or the final factor for many situations. Last week we said goodbye to our 17 y.o. kitty, Sebastian. His situation was very similar to your Mom's pup. Unfortunately, due to miscommunication by the vet's staff we ended up ...
by texsuze
Tue Apr 19, 2022 3:39 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Oster Golden A5 Clippers
Replies: 0
Views: 1290

Oster Golden A5 Clippers

Oster Golden A5 Clippers--single speed, power cord, 120v/45 watts, made in USA, instruction manual copyright 2002. Comes with: size 15 Cryogen-X blade, size 10 Wide Elite Cryogen-X blade, carbon brush and brush spring assemblies, two tubes of oil These clippers are somewhere around 20 years old. Use...
by texsuze
Fri Apr 15, 2022 7:18 pm
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: Fly masks--TAKEN
Replies: 0
Views: 1401

Fly masks--TAKEN

All fly masks have been donated :) I have seven (7) used flymasks, all Horse size, all with velcro closures, all recently put through the washing machine (although some still have some hairs stuck on). They're in serviceable condition in the configurations listed below. You'll need to take all 7 fly...
by texsuze
Sun Apr 03, 2022 5:35 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Jingles for my sick dog please- Edit- new friend March 2022
Replies: 57
Views: 13446

Re: Jingles for my sick dog please- Edit- new friend March 2022

So glad you found a wonderful family member. IMHO, they never completely take the place of those who went before them, yet we are often able to build on those experiences and memories to create a new place to receive them in our hearts and souls.
by texsuze
Sun Apr 03, 2022 5:29 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Neighbor's dog killed my beloved cat. An update.
Replies: 33
Views: 5488

Re: Neighbor's dog killed my beloved cat.

So very, very sorry for this tragic loss :(. I hope there is some form of restitution that can be had. My guess is that these dogs, likely, couldn't even be trusted around people (neighbors), depending upon the circumstances. Seems like in too many locations, laws/ordinances end up protecting the pe...
by texsuze
Fri Apr 01, 2022 8:12 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'

Thanks for all your condolences and kind words. It's a slow roller coaster of emotions that the rest of life keeps interrupting. I try to start chipping away at cleaning, storing, prepping supplies, tack, equipment, etc. to be donated and/or sold, and realize it is too soon. Yesterday I bought a you...
by texsuze
Tue Mar 29, 2022 4:38 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'

Thanks for asking, M. I just finished typing a lengthy response but it somehow vanished. My equine partner of 24 years is gone. 'K' was coming 31 and had been in retirement with a bit of arthritic lameness for several years here on our ranch. I'm floundering right now, trying to function in a swirl....
by texsuze
Mon Feb 28, 2022 10:07 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Yes, Chisamba, quality of life goes beyond just finding something he'll eat. This is the proverbial 'elephant in the room' for me right now. He is already compromised (teeth, vision and hearing, and soundness) and although he shows spunk in the morning, his overall way of being is not really the sam...
by texsuze
Mon Feb 28, 2022 6:21 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Thanks, I might make another attempt at some rehydrated alf cubes. Didn't seem to sit well with my old guy; seems he prefers (at least right now) crunchy, but his preferences are a moving target. He has now consented to have his Purina Sr. feed top-dressed with Ultium (Quelah's suggestion), but hard...
by texsuze
Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:27 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Sad News--Rockabilly
Replies: 26
Views: 5402

Re: Sad News--Rockabilly

How very sad; thank you for sharing this news. She'll see her beloved critters at the Rainbow Bridge.
by texsuze
Thu Feb 24, 2022 5:30 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Thanks for the alfalfa source near Bastrop and for suggestion on acupuncture, too. DH gave the B vitamins injection two days ago. Not kicking in yet. Oldster turned his nose up at the Ultium yesterday. :( Feed store didn't have the Calf Manna. No breakfast eaten this a.m. Four separate feed pans wit...
by texsuze
Tue Feb 22, 2022 7:22 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Thanks for all the additional input. He's still a bit depressed, not eating his Purina senior feed breakfast, just wants to go out and stand under his tree. When he comes in for p.m. feed he eats some of his breakfast, and I keep adding feed to the feed pan. I'm drizzling rice bran oil over some of ...
by texsuze
Thu Feb 17, 2022 4:36 am
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Thanks for asking. Just came in from night check. He seems a bit depressed at the end of the day today, but he's attempting to eat his Purina Equine Senior meals, so long as he's not distracted in any way. I try to put about 3-4# in front of him about 4x/day, following my previous schedule. Much of ...
by texsuze
Tue Feb 15, 2022 4:42 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Fun share!
Replies: 14
Views: 3323

Re: Fun share!

Amazing! What will happen to the honeycomb? Will some of the bees remain on that hive? Bees are so cool. A couple years ago I found a hive within a massive live oak tree on our ranch. The 'entrance hole' was just a hole in the tree, about 12' up on the trunk and about 3" in diameter. Every year...
by texsuze
Thu Feb 10, 2022 12:43 am
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Josette, vet did say that based on his BUN (44 mg/dL) and creat.(3.8 mg/dL) taken at the end of last month, my oldster likely has renal problems that have possibly been simmering along for a while. Before his hunger strike he was fed low starch concentrated feed (Safe Choice), plus ,two big meals of...
by texsuze
Wed Feb 09, 2022 5:35 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Another update. My oldster got a second Vitamin B12 injection yesterday, given by DH, so might take a couple of days to see any effect. He's "waxing and waning" with his food interest. Agitating in his stall, anxious for turnout, the last couple of mornings. Weather conditions and turnout ...
by texsuze
Sat Feb 05, 2022 5:43 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So I did a thing yesterday
Replies: 53
Views: 14950

Re: So I did a thing yesterday

Wow, SHL, great adoption story! Love the name ! This seems to be the "Season of the Dog" for all the recent adoptions taking place. Recall training: not in my bag of tricks. Our Bentley doesn't seem to be a candidate in that department, so we'll be focusing our efforts on "stay happil...
by texsuze
Thu Feb 03, 2022 5:55 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Vet wasn't available for a curbside consultation :(. He is so. so. busy with large/small animal, plus all the exotics work he does. I seldom get replies to any updates or feedback I provide. I left a short run-down with the receptionist, but asked if the Vit B12 was a one-time injection or if it cou...
by texsuze
Tue Feb 01, 2022 5:32 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: 99 days til retirement
Replies: 28
Views: 5738

Re: 99 days til retirement

Hoopoe, hope you come through your cancer scenario with flying colors. Paula, yes, you'll probably be busier than you expect, but as long as it is "your choice" kind of busy, it will be grand! I was able to retire from the paid workforce quite a while back, then stepped right into the unpa...
by texsuze
Tue Feb 01, 2022 5:21 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Well, here's an update. Gave my oldster his Vit B12 injection 5 days ago. No change over the weekend. But in the last 2-3 days (I can't keep track anymore :shock: ) he's looking "less dull" if that makes sense, does a scritchy roll every morning in the pasture, drinking lots, and eating pr...
by texsuze
Thu Jan 27, 2022 6:35 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Well, things seem to be trending downward :( Vet visit on Monday with only a CBC done. No meds administered. My oldster's bloodwork was normal, except for BUN and creatinine levels which were high; apparently not yet 'crisis' high, but enough to indicate likely renal function issues. Vet feels this ...
by texsuze
Sun Jan 23, 2022 9:54 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Thanks for additional input. I've changed plans a bit here. Tomorrow a.m. we're making a shorter (30-min) trip into town to see his other vet (we use several). Not sure what vet will want to do, but I do plan to reschedule the appointment with his equine dentist in the near future. Right now, I'm pu...
by texsuze
Thu Jan 20, 2022 4:44 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Re: Oldster on a hunger strike

Thanks immensely to all for sharing your stories--I don't feel like I'm floating out in the breeze now. Heading to TSC before sleet/ice storm this a.m. to pick up a bag of Purina Senior. Guess I'll grab some other bagged foodstuffs while I'm there to have more variety on hand. I'm out of space in th...
by texsuze
Wed Jan 19, 2022 9:14 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'
Replies: 47
Views: 13283

Oldster on a hunger strike---farewell to 'K'

Almost 2 weeks ago my 30 y.o. gelding abruptly decided that his concentrated feed, plus his soaked alf/berm hay cube meals were unacceptable. Up until then I pretty much had the formula to keep his weight and nutrition good, despite his non-functioning set of molars. He refused all meals and began t...
by texsuze
Wed Jan 19, 2022 8:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: The Betty White Challenge
Replies: 6
Views: 1746

Re: The Betty White Challenge

Great idea! We donate annually to our local SPCA (not sure what month) but will let you know. And, last month we adopted a yellow lab mix who (if we can train him correctly!) will be our first canine family member in 10 years. His expenses for neuter and all the full monty vet stuff have totaled $69...
by texsuze
Fri Dec 31, 2021 8:01 pm
Forum: The Menagerie
Topic: New dog--boundary training??
Replies: 1
Views: 1089

New dog--boundary training??

Posting this here as spinoff to the OBS posts about new rescue pups! Bentley (coming 2 y.o. yellow lab mix) who we adopted a couple weeks ago has successfully gone through his neutering, all vaccs, etc. He is a good-natured, smart, happy young dog, who knows some commands, and LOVES being outside, t...
by texsuze
Fri Dec 24, 2021 6:12 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So I did a thing yesterday
Replies: 53
Views: 14950

Re: So I did a thing yesterday

Not to hijack this thread, but 6 days ago we took on a dog from a foster mom whose family situation became such that she could no longer take care of the youngster. Intact male yellow lab mix, large-ish, likely <2 years old, minimal command training, lacking any leash training, somewhat boisterous, ...
by texsuze
Sat Nov 20, 2021 4:34 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: I guess I didn't have enough hobbies...
Replies: 14
Views: 3569

Re: I guess I didn't have enough hobbies...

Love fish and aquariums. Way back before we moved to the country, we had a 75 gal. freshwater 'community' aquarium in our living room. We were anal about water changes and maintenance, (thank you DH!) and being in the megalopolis we had access to large aquarium stores for fish and supplies. We had a...
by texsuze
Mon Nov 08, 2021 4:26 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Woe is me...
Replies: 17
Views: 3767

Re: Woe is me...

Ouch! It makes me squeamish to even think of water-related house damage. You will get through all of this, because you must! Pain relief for that shoulder if you can, will certainly make everything more bearable. We are all peeking underneath our refrigerators now, so you've helped make our homes sa...
by texsuze
Tue Oct 26, 2021 3:34 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Another boarding barn decisions post
Replies: 11
Views: 2842

Re: Another boarding barn decisions post

I hate to see areas designed for outdoor use, or, that retain open space become housing developments; happened to a barn where I boarded years ago. Developers snatched it up and built bunches of houses next to the creek, taking down a large grove of mature pecan trees, including the snags where blue...
by texsuze
Mon Oct 18, 2021 3:23 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: My last one
Replies: 17
Views: 4396

Re: My last one

Very nice, and chestnut to boot :). Wish I'd considered ponies when looking for my last riding horse.
by texsuze
Wed Oct 13, 2021 6:21 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127157

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

Cool video. Just watched it. Twice! Once by myself, and again with Oliver, the Babycat in my lap. He sat and watched (and pawed at) the entire video as I explained all the reasons why he and his brother Tigger are strictly indoor kitties--as all those "reasons" strolled across the screen! ...
by texsuze
Mon Sep 20, 2021 9:01 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: San Antonio
Replies: 4
Views: 1804

Re: San Antonio

Saw your recent post in the Obs Lounge where you mentioned needing to find vet, dentist, farrier, etc. when you make the move to S.A. If you'd like, I have recommendations for equine vet, equine dentist and equine ophthalmologist. Many vets around here work with farriers so that might be a way to fi...
by texsuze
Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:28 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Does your farrier make an appt for the next time?
Replies: 25
Views: 5983

Re: Does your farrier make an appt for the next time?

My farrier, who was here just this morning :) always schedules the next appointment date before he leaves my barn (my oldster is on a 5 week schedule). He also phones the night before to confirm the next day's appointment and approximate ETA. I've used him for about 5 years now and have mentioned be...
by texsuze
Sun Aug 29, 2021 6:29 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: filling a hoof crack
Replies: 6
Views: 1620

Re: filling a hoof crack

My farrier, bless his heart, tends to be a bit heavy-handed with the rasping, despite my diplomatic reminders to trim instead of rasp. As such, he's created cracks before, most recently in a front midline. I used Tuff Stuff, the noxious fumes liquid in the clear plastic bottle, that some use to put ...
by texsuze
Sun Aug 15, 2021 9:09 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Painful topic making that hard choice
Replies: 47
Views: 9591

Re: Painful topic making that hard choice

Gosh, jingles for all above who are dealing with these sad situations with the elderly, sick and injured critters. I tend to forget how short critter lifespans really are, compared to average human lifespans. Add to that the myriad of diseases they can have and it is sometimes overwhelming. We were ...
by texsuze
Fri Aug 06, 2021 4:50 pm
Forum: The Menagerie
Topic: Pet transport companies
Replies: 3
Views: 1666

Re: Pet transport companies

Update: my friend has managed to engage a close friend of hers to fly down to TX, rent a car, pick up the new canine companion, and undertake a 2-day road trip back to CO to bring this pooch to her new forever home. My friend will, unfortunately, be in the midst of a stressful surgery and post-surge...
by texsuze
Fri Aug 06, 2021 4:46 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: WWYD: Alcoholic parents
Replies: 15
Views: 3732

Re: WWYD: Alcoholic parents

Sounds like such a sad situation that would benefit from some type of intervention by someone or some group. I don't have personal experience with alcoholism although I have friends who are recovering. What about connecting with Al-anon https://al-anon.org to get professional recommendations on how ...

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