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Paula, did they test for anaplasmosis? Another tick borne illness that seems to pop up in winter a lot around here in Illinois

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Thanks everyone. This silicone crap is for the birds!

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Unfortunately Kerrits went to a sticky tech suede

I have to peel myself off the saddle

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I'm having a heck of a time finding clarino full seat breeches for less than $200.00. I understand that silicone has become all the rage, but it seems the only choices are silicone or supergrip microfiber....I don't need or want that much grip. Anyone else having this issue?

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Yes, I always have a standing appointment. In my experience, the farriers that don't secure a future appointment before they leave just don't have good business practices in general.

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Have you tried Kiwi Parade gloss? I have not. Is it worth going to find in the next few days? If your boots are smooth grain, it should work well. I've never used it myself but know a lot of people that have. Just as with any boot polish, don't use it on the inner calf ;) I have seen it at Walmart ...

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Have you tried Kiwi Parade gloss?

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I haven't ridden without stiffeners for years and have never noticed a difference.

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Paula, are you still at Silver Spur?

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I am waffling on whether to buy an instant pot. Would I be able to get rid of my crockpot (or at least store it for parties and such where I need to keep something warm)? I've used it a ton this past year. The short rib recipe looks amazing! Would that work in a crockpot or would it just fall apart...

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I justified the cost alone on how perfectly I can hard-boil farm fresh eggs while doing something else (I use A LOT of eggs). SO loves it for steaming and making mashed cauliflower. I can't say that it particularly saves time, but it's hands-off cooking, giving me time to clean the kitchen or do oth...

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He needs to bring the heels back and shorten the toe. Has she always been on a 6 week schedule? Unfortunately this may need to be resolved through a shortened trim cycle or possibly shoeing. Any way you can have the other boarder that trailers out for the farrier take your horse, too?

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Where about in Chicago will you be? In a suburb or actually in the City? Tempel Farms (Lippizans) is about 45 min north of the Chicago on the expressway. They have shows on Wednesdays and Sundays, I believe, as well as barn tours. For the SO, there is Volo Auto Museum, which about an hour northwest ...

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I used regular, whole flax seed. I would by a 40lb bag from the feed store and store in a large plastic container made for dog food, so it was sealed. I considered grinding with their teeth to be crushed and swallowed quickly :) I have since switched to Renew Gold, which is flax and coconut oil. As ...

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I had no idea you can find returned boots on their website! Where do you find that?

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Ooo... Those DeNiro's are gorgeous! I had stopped in a local tack store to just look at paddocks/half chaps and spotted an Ovation tall boot in brown. They were kinda "eh" and felt cheap but when I told the clerk helping me that I had lucked out with a beautiful brown dressage saddle, she ...

myleetlepony

Thanks! I was pretty surprised...MH seems to have stepped it up. I would have never considered the Sovereign but they are gorgeous and the brown would go beautifully with my saddle.

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Ah, I see...The photos descriptions didn't show on the desktop but they do now on my phone. The back foot has the same problem, just more extreme. The issue does need to be addressed because eventually, it will affect joint alignment, which leads to abnormal stress, which leads to arthritis and soft...

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Woo hoo! Sounds like fun! Is it a barn show?

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What is your experience with recent model Mountain Horse tall boots (regular leather, not winter)? Does the leather hold up well? I need to replace my daily riders with a new pair and I am in LOVE with the brown Sovereign field boot. I'm just not convinced they will hold up to three horses a day 3-5...

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I tried it years ago on my older mare but it didn't help much. Addressing her back imbalance did a lot more for her soundness than any meds ever did (polyglycan, Adequan, hock injections, Previcox).

myleetlepony

I think the toe looks fine in the second shot, but I was going to say exactly what angela did about the heels; they are overgrown and have traveled forward. The bars are curved because they are being jammed from behind by the heel growth. Otherwise, it looks like that second photo is after the trim?...

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Maybe mention to them that while having the driveway plowed is an extra expense, an unplowed driveway is a tip off to burglars that no one is home and likely not to be home for a while. Kinda like leaving newspapers to pile up. So, paying for that would not only make their absence less obvious, it'l...

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I have a Shark...I think it's the pet model (it's a dark maroon). I love that all of the filters are washable and cutting any long hair or strings from the roller is super easy. My only gripe is the canister is small, but I just carry a supermarket plastic bag from room to room and empty as needed. ...

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Why is he insistent on homogenized?

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The only experience I've had with it is for two navicular horses; no significant changes in the horses were seen at all as a result of Osphos. One is doing better, but that was more about us doing physical therapy with him than an injection.

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Thanks! That makes sense, then!

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PMs that I am trying to send keep getting stuck in the "outbox". Occasionally they will go through and end up in the "sent" folder, but usually they will sit for a few days when I have to delete and try to resend.

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What size is she?

I like the Country Pride blankets from Big D. Usually around $100.00 but feel and wear like they are more expensive. I have not had success with the Tough 1s staying waterproof.

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Thanks! I sent you a PM.

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All leather with stops?

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Thanks! I am not opposed to hook/loop, but much prefer buckles.

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PM sent!

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I am looking for used black flat reins with stops and buckle closures, and a FLAT cotton lunge line with a simple snap closure.

If anyone has either of these lying around unused, I will gladly purchase them!

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The best value I have found is Country Pride by Big D's.

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Great to hear! Thanks for the update!

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I think it is a great thing to have a forward going horse. Hopefully he stays forward without of course being overeager. How old is the horse? But she's not talking forward as in power from behind translating up and forward, she's describing forward as in pulling himself along on the forehand, bala...

myleetlepony

"Your just backed 3 year old just did perfect one tempis, passage, and three canter pirouettes in counter canter. I know we're only ten minutes into our time, but let's end on that, shall we?"

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Well, in my case, I base my lesson fees off "30 min", so no, I would not take a full fee for 60 minutes with 20 mins worth of work. I keep it around the 30 minute mark (and expecting the client to warm up their horse prior to our start time) so that I have the option to go more or less and...

myleetlepony

This sounds like a balance issue. It sounds like he came from heavy handed training that allowed him to balance on the bit. As weird as this sounds...let go. Relax your hand, even give a little, making sure there is absolutely NO tension in your arms. Support with your seat by stabilizing your core,...

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I think it was cut short because we started later than scheduled - some earlier delays caused my lesson started later and I was the last one and there was lunch scheduled so I guess he was in a hurry to go to lunch. Yes, that would seriously annoy me. Other people's delay's are not your responsibil...

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I think the same color will cause the room to look and feel more closed in. I'd go with a satin white, probably. Even soft reflection of light can add the feeling of roominess.

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There is certainly some flaring left there, but without seeing the bottom of the foot, it's hard to say how much could be corrected with one appointment.

Did the farrier say he was trying to fix anything? If so, did he mention it may take a few cycles or that she needs to be on a shorter schedule?

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Why was it cut short? Sometimes if the horse isn't completely conditioned to the work or introducing something new may tax the horse physically or mentally, there's good reason to cut it short. When I'm approached about lessons, I give my fee but say that I don't put a time limit on it. Depending on...

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From what I can find, studies show there's really no definitive correlation, but there's enough anecdotal commentary that it gives pause for thought. Soy=estrogen...so... My mare had some wicked heat cycles for a while. Even on the ground it was a major fight to keep her from screaming and running b...

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Yes, and I am stuck in a room with one for 12hrs every work shift. Somehow that loud talker always attracts other loud talkers into the room and the conversation can go on for hours! I've been known to leave and go for a break in the basement. I think my job has made me super sensative to noise over...

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Haha! Yes, it was Tom...I believe he sold Durasole off right around the time horseshoes.com imploded. I miss that board.

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I certainly like the price of Durasole MUCH better! Let us know how you like it!

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Yea, sorry, I don't think Durasole is carried locally, even at the farrier supply up in Burlington, WI. It was developed by a farrier in TX years ago and for a while, he only sold to farriers. It's getting more widespread now, though. Just don't apply too often as that can cause the foot to retain o...

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Sounds like a better match! I highly recommend having Durasole on hand for barefoot TBs, especially with our weather

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