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  1. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Colt Kicking and actually made contact - what to do?

    Well we hadnt put Levi's feed out yet but I had fed the chickens in their run that is off the side of his paddock... he tries to pick up stray grain from their scratch if we happen to spill any We changed up his shelter the other day... instead of the small run in shade he had we emptied a side...
  2. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Colt Kicking and actually made contact - what to do?

    So last night in the usuall routine of feeding the critters and loving on Levi (5month old weanling colt) He got an attitude when my son walked up to him and spun and kicked him in the hip... (nott acting scared/spooked at all.. ) (Son isnt hurt.. his feelings are hurt mostly and he was...
  3. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Hoof Length

    since i am near you would you be willing to pm me the name of the farrier so I can make sure to avoid him???
  4. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    More newbie confusion and worry and unsure stuff....

    ok hes not limping any more, he was limping only when he was trotting or trying to run.... last night he was zipping around again though he was being more careful. Talked to a friend about it and she things maybe he found a rock or something... He is getting used to the halter now... he lets...
  5. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    More newbie confusion and worry and unsure stuff....

    He isnt ever left out with the halter on alone I . We usually stay out there with him, the area he grazes in we usually drag chairs and drinks and hang out and enjoy being outside together... the boys trampoline and toys are out in a section of that area and he can play, Levi can graze and...
  6. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    More newbie confusion and worry and unsure stuff....

    He is 5 months old.. just weaned and came to us. Been on some pasture(getting sparse here...) and getting alfalfa and some pelleted feed with a herd of 9 before he came here... ( I posted some other newbie posts recently- the not eating hay thread) We picked him up Sunday morning..... no...
  7. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    More newbie confusion and worry and unsure stuff....

    What do yall think of the limping issue? If hes not limping now? I dont want to be nervous nelly and drag the boy to the vet yet.....
  8. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    More newbie confusion and worry and unsure stuff....

    Here we go again..... sorry for being so dumb about all this. So... input needed on if I should worry.... came home yesterday to Levi limping... seemed to be favoring left front and maybe left rear, we cleaned his left front hoof to check and make sure nothing like a rock or anything was in...
  9. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Day two.... not eating any hay! and wormer question....

    I opened a different bale of hay today... still nothing.. he flew out of the gate when I let him out to graze just now. Chomping like crazy now. I might try to alfalfa cubes from TSC if nothing tommorow. He was happy to show me the bottoms of his feet the little snot.... little dude has...
  10. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Day two.... not eating any hay! and wormer question....

    going to try to snap pics this evening I promise!
  11. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Day two.... not eating any hay! and wormer question....

    He is eating the grain fine and grazing/eating happily. He is delighted to get his grain portion and enthusiastic about grazing... He was getting free choice coastal hay from a round bale, some alfalfa each day I think and grain (trying to find out exactly what he was getting but cant get in...
  12. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Day two.... not eating any hay! and wormer question....

    We brought Levi home yesterday morning ( He is 9 days shy of 5 months) We are giving him coastal hay nice quality, and Purina mini horse feed. He is eating the purina mini horse and drinking a decent amount... running around bucking and kicking it up like mad.... The boy has some BUCK...
  13. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    My boy Levi is HOME!

    We brought my little guy home today... setting up farrier for his feet, they really need done. I am going to give hima couple days to settle in and then worm him. We have spent most of the day sitting outside with him. He is happily eating and checking things out... our turkeys arent...
  14. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Rabies Vacinations... how young?

    What age can foals get the Rabies vacinations? We are having alot of skunks coming up with rabies in surrounding counties.... A friend of mine is setting up to give rabies shots for her horses and any of us that want ours done this weekend, we just arent sure about Levi... he is 4months...
  15. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    Levi Update Continued.... almost ready to come home...

    ok I posted the levi update the other day: http://www.miniaturehorsetalk.com/index.php?showtopic=125339&st=0&p=1400144&fromsearch=1entry1400144 The breeder asked us if we are ready for him. He is a bit over 4 months and will be just at 5 by the time he comes home I think. Breeder is ok with...
  16. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    My Levi update! Pics at 4 months old

    AnnaC.. sorry I didnt see your comment on feed, they have free choice hay and I know they get alittle alfalfa from time to time and some pelleted feed, but Im not sure WHAT. I have seen it in the feed buckets but not been back in the barn to see what kind. Once hes home he will be on the...
  17. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    My Levi update! Pics at 4 months old

    AnnaC she looks thinner in the picture than she is... that angle is slimming for some reason and shes not as fat as she was a few weeks ago. when she walks she almost has to tip from side to side shes sooo fat. I think the farrier is supposed to be out soon to trim, he isnt officially MINE...
  18. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    My Levi update! Pics at 4 months old

    ok here goes... another couple of pics. We are thinking of buying his half brother too... hes a pocket pony... always seeking attention. Hes seems straighter legged but not as balanced.. the mare in the background is sooooo fat... She is temporarily boarding there and has lost...
  19. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    My Levi update! Pics at 4 months old

    i am trying to find some frontish views..... my connection is wonky and giving me fits so it might be a bit.
  20. CrazyWestTexasFarmGirl

    My Levi update! Pics at 4 months old

    My little Levi is looking snazzy all shedded out of that gray foaly fuzz. Hes right at 4 months old. Since I am learning I wanted to get some opinions of his conformation. Hes not registered and wont ever be show horse, but I would like to learn all i can. Heres what I see... pointy...
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