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Rabittsfizz--he eats out of dog bowls, of course! He gets fed twice a day--enough hay for him to snack on all day/night long, and two cups of oats plus two cups of Mare & Foal pellets each meal. I started him on SeaMeal about a month ago as well, to help with his skin and coat. I did try a...

Super! My husband will be thrilled when I tell him you guys said I need TWO more ponies!! I had planned to put a thick layer of shavings over the tile, but Gatsby tries to eat shavings--what's that about? He is used to being on tile in the house, but I can add matting in the playhouse. We...

Thanks to everyone who replied. No worries, I am here to learn and I have thick skin. Aside from a few equine classes in college, I am "Nancy Novice" when it come to horses and I really appreciate having this forum as a resource. So what I am hearing is Gatsby does indeed need to learn how to...

Yes, Gatsby sleeps in our bedroom. It was not my intent when we got him, but he is my first horse and I never imagined he would be so stressed about leaving his family. I brought him into the house the first night and he stood in front of the mirror talking to his reflection. I just couldn't...

As the owner of a doggie daycare, I see the advantages of dog to dog socialization daily. It is particularly beneficial for puppies. So I think my seven month old mini horse needs to go to pony daycare. He is trying very hard to get my GSD's to play with him, but I don't think he knows his...

Animal and handler teams that are certified through Pet Partners (formerly The Delta Society) carry a $1M liability policy. You can find details for the evaluation/certification process and programs in your area on their website: www.petpartners.org Jessica & Gatsby (therapy pony in training)