Recent content by Kaitlyn

Thanks guys I have a question. Can you give minis metamucil? It is what I give my big horses in lieu of sandclear. thanks!

I don't ever twitch my horses. So it CAN be done without a twitch. You just have to do lots and lots of work to desensitize them, and even then some horses will never get completely used to having their head done, so it is a long process. But at least with a mini they can't throw their ears...

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I'd really like to be called at some point. I sat in on a jury selection last year and it was fascinating.

I have been a member on here for a little while now and have greatly enjoyed reading everyone's posts and learning lots and lots about minis, but I am proud to say that I will now be able to contribute! She won't technically be ~my~ horse, but I am leasing her indefinitely, and she will...

I love the color at your barn! Very distinctive bunch you have there

Love her markings! Very cute

So adorable!

Look at those spots!

I had to look at several different tractor supplies before I found my pair of cross ties. You may be better of just buying them online. The barn where I work has velcro quick-release cross ties that work very well--they are just strong enough to keep a fidgety horse in place but will break...

omg how does that thing stay upright. Nice comparison.

Their costumes are very cute! Nicely done Is that a dog in the one picture? It is larger than the horses

Backyard breeder has a negative connotation, IMO. The term is often applied in the dog world to people who decide they are going to breed their pet-quality animal for a profit. I would personally consider what you last three have described yourselves as to be "hobby breeders"-- those who are...

Glad to hear your horse is looking better. I know what it feels like to see your horse covered in blood and it is not a feeling I would wish on anyone! I hope he continues to heal quickly.

I remember reading about Gem Twist's clone when it was born. Very interesting-- I don't think I see anything wrong with it if it is restricted to cases such as this (clone a proven gelding to create a breeding stallion). That way there isn't any real disruption to the natural gene pool. I...