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We had snow on Tuesday (didn't amount to much), cold and bitter wind on Wednesday, then it was 50 yesterday, and back to 20's today, supposed to be 50 tomorrow through Monday, then back to 20's. It's really getting old never knowing what to expect! And the teasing 50 degree days that make you...

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Shirley Temple movies were a special treat when we went to stay with my grandmother. We would watch and sing along. "My duck can do a wonderful trick. My duck can lay an egg!"

I LOVE clicker training, but it is one more thing to worry about. The whole point is to click immediatly at the desired behavior & I constantly fumble with it and end up having terrible timing thus defeating the purpose. Instead, I use a distinct whistle, I usually have my mouth with me As...

I have had bad experiences from soooo many different people/methods/opinions. But that doesn't mean it's not a good learning experience. You don't always have to "like" the person to like some of the things they do. And the bad experiences are the best learning tools that help shape you to be...

Ooohhhh! Good idea! We're in Schuyler, Nebraska.

I have a problem with methods that everyone uses, not a problem, but I believe that methods don't always work the same for everyone. I don't do things by the book. I don't believe that a horse will magically play the games the first day. I have followed Monty Roberts & Clinton Anderson, and john...

Good idea on the used bedding. I could shake some of that out on the heavy wear areas like to/from the water.... Never thought of that! I will probably never say this again, but I'm glad the wind blew yesterday, a lot of the snow has disappeared out of the paddock haha!

I hear ya! It's been NUTS this year, & we don't have near the usual amount of snow. I've actually had to use a small hammer to dislodge the iceballs. I would worry about warm water freezing? And water tends to repel shortening, so you would have to dry the hooves off (I would think).

Thanks for all of the suggestions! I will head out to the barn with my baking supplies this afternoon

My little fuzzballs are in a paddock with an open barn, but they prefer to stand outside, out of the wind instead of inside of course... drives me crazy. We have snow and frigid wind chills (ugh) & they are constantly getting snow packed in their hooves. When I go to feed, I have to pick & chip...

Wow. Real tears here! What a wonderful story. And you are a wonderful person for your patience. I was told the world of Mini's was an amazing place, good to see it's true!

Thanks for the replies Lucky Seven & Renolizzie I was just hoping to connect with people and hear goods/bads. A good friend of mine did a summer internship with Clinton Anderson, so I've followed him as well. The PP seems easier to work with my daughters when they're playing with the mini's as...

Not looking to start a heated debate, everyone does their own thing & has wonderful results I know the games, I use the games, but I also have added my own twist because it works for me. I am not stictly by the book, & this is my first time "playing" with a horse shorter than me! I figured this...

Hello from windy Nebraska! I am a newbie here as well, and everyone is soooo willing to provide advice & stimulating conversation. Missy is adorable! Can't wait to "see" your progress! -Megan

How exciting! I LOVE greys, can't wait to see pics! Congrats!!!!

Thanks! I do too! The first one won't win any conformation classes, but he's a great teacher for the kids, worth his weight in gold. The second one, Kenai, is soooo fun! I'm very excited to have him! -Megan

First off, thank you to everyone for your comments & encouragement. These forums are just full of good tips & topics! Well, I didn't get the gelding & mare like I had originally planned.... long, disappointing story. But I ventured to a breeder/trainer's place Sunday to look at 1 little dude...

Thanks for the replies everyone! When I had my big horses, it seemed easier just because they were either in a stall or were out on acres and acres of pasture. I have a new situation now, where my littles don't have those opportunities. I do like the big round idea, but don't have the space...

My mini's are kept dry lot without the option of grass. I have been running over 3 times a day to toss them some hay so they are able to continuously "graze" and when you work in a professional setting, the hay sticking out of my hair is apparently frowned on I was wondering what kinds of slow...