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Hi there, I am currently assembling a barn / foaling camera system for BBF Suzie-Q's 6/22 predicted foaling. Don't want to spend a whole lot because it's quite possibly the only foaling I'll be doing for quite a while, maybe the last (that's what I said last time though in 2008 ). I have a...

It really doesn't have anything to do with experience... any adult in good health can successfully and responsibly start with a miniature stallion if they have an appropriate / escape-proof setup for one and the correct mindset. I'm sure you would do fine. I'm not saying it is the best choice...

Update: I never received the coupons that he said that they would send, but worse yet the flakes that I dropped off at the feed store were still not picked up the last time I was there. This seems to indicate that they don't really care about what happened, which bothers me. I have now...

AKC response: The AKC is extremely disappointed that The Today Show was given all of the information below but chose not to include any of it in their segment this morning. We met with the producers for an hour prior to the taped interview — which also lasted nearly an hour — and we provided...

Looks like you're getting some good information on the forum and glad that you're open minded. I'm also glad people have clarified that their default answer is always going to be for gelding (and why). It is pretty much "gelding until proven stallion" on here. I suggest that if you can...

Driving on a trail in the crisp autumn air when the leaves are changing color... just taking it slow, feeling the cart rock back and forth with the hoofsteps...very soothing. It's like time travel to a different era when life moved at a much slower pace. At least that is what I am daydreaming...

It seems to me that what is needed here is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) area. These are used to prevent topics continually popping up and going in circles like described above. One of the questions presented obviously should be "Should I geld my colt/stallion?". The benefits of geldings...

A representative from the company just called, took down the information and asked me to drop off the iron flakes at the feed store where I bought the feed so that they could have someone pick them up to try and track down where they came from. He sounded reasonably concerned and apologetic...

I just found two large flakes of rusty iron in my Allegra senior formula pelleted feed! I can't imagine what kind of damage this would do to my poor girl's throat... The bag lists the place of milling as being located in Bellevue, Washington. It's a senior formula in a blue bag. PM me if...

How does 14 years old sound? I had what apparently is called a high flanker. He had a sneaky testicle that eventually revealed itself first up towards the sheath, then it fell into place right where it should be. For awhile everything looked normal, then one started getting noticeably larger...

I want a Clydesdale

This is a good discussion. There are many good reasons and ways to encourage gelding, but so often it is handled incorrectly, with it often backfiring. Good reasons: 1. Stallions in an immediate breeding environment are often unpredictable 2. Pregnancy is significantly dangerous to mares...

That's a possibility. While the instructions state to take 4 grams (one tsp.) per 100 lb body weight, I have been taking just a literal pinchful of sulfur crystals. A tiny amount goes a long way. Upon doing further research I have also read that sulfur may cause a cathartic effect, and so it...

I have very recently found consuming a small amount (teaspoon) of organic sulfur crystals, dissolved in tap water has significantly benefitted my overall mood and energy level. I can feel a nice warm glow in the stomach after taking it which lasts for hours. My stomach feels tighter, posture is...

Oh my gosh susanne, she's so cute and cuddly! So happy and excited that you got her. I've been down with a bug of some sort lately but when I feel up to it again (and it's not so darned cold), I want to come over for some puppy appreciation time and of course to see Flash back in with the...

Flat Lotto visited my place years ago when nootka brought him here! I have a picture somewhere of him meeting my dogs.

Here is my boy Midas in summer coat. About a third of his mane is on the other side. Lately when I go out to the barn to visit him, I always put my cold hands between his mane and neck... instant hand warmer! But, if you're really into the idea, why not go all the way?!!! Or go for the...

Here's my first, registered name AMHR Soda Jerk. Barn name "Morgan" in full winter coat. He was a total grizzly bear! Got him and Wyatt the donkey around 2000 when my neighbors moved away and couldn't take him with them. Had no experience with horses other than taking care of them when...

1) Connect with other mini owners right away, including at least one experienced mentor. 2) Beware of Founder. Have a dry lot area ready for weight control. 3) Figure no shortcuts on basic maintenance! Parasite control, farrier, teeth, decent quality feed, etc. If you can't do these, you...

D'awww... I think she looks just like what my girl Dancer must have looked like as a little filly. It's like a Furby for horse people! Probably less annoying than a Furby. The local feed store in town has a Butterscotch...I've never seen her move and I think the poor girl is missing an ear...