tinypony
Well-Known Member
I had posted an independent ad locally for my stallion in preparation for spring. Pics were of him parked out, standing normally, and just looking at the camera. He is fuzzy now because I just bought him recently and have no decent pics. While I realize that it would be more appropriate to have nice pics for an ad, it just wasn't possible. He has been vet checked to ensure nice teeth and conformation, and to ensure he isn't likely to pass on dwarf traits. Here's my dilema: I got a nasty email from one lady telling me I had no right posting an ad in the current economy if I couldn't at least make the effort to shave him first and that if I was educated I would realize I should be blanketing my horse this time of year instead of allowing him to be fuzzy. She went on to say that if I was so lazy, he must just be pet quality and I would be better off giving him away. She didn't email me personally, she posted it on a public sale board for all to see, what a sweety!!! Then that fueled others to pitch in and talk trash. I'm not a huge breeder, I don't claim show quality, and I'm not being irresponsible. I require the mares to have vet checks, I'm honest about whatever I can help with, so what am I doing wrong? Should I really not post him in his fuzzies? I know it isn't the best, but I won't clip in winter. Am I wrong to not blanket? Am I truly that "uneducated"? I ask this to all on the forum because I love this forum and value all of the advice here as well as the experience, so if you can help at all, please.........what am I doing wrong? I post his height, registration, pedigree, and offer xrays to those who request as well as make available vet records.......well I could complain all day so I should stop....thank you all...