A visit with Ann Forrest (owner, Equestrian Imports). I really liked her. She is straightforward, no-nonsense and efficient. Best of all, she really places her focus on what’s best for you, your horse and your financial situation. Never once was there any hint of: “Well, you & your horse can’t possibly function with the tack … Read more
One of the things I should have measured was how far Emma’s LH hoof print fell out of line with her LF. I can only subjectively comment that, on the longe to the left, it is looking more in line–some steps are even straight! (Woohoo!) To the right, it is still off track to … Read more
Casual conversation today revealed that my long-time & well-respected farrier friend Dale Jackson (www.jacksonfarriersupplies.com) is very impressed with Contender hoof dressing. Coming from someone whose seen an awful lot of hoof dressings, that means something. Specifically, it helped a quarter crack grow out that he couldn’t fix with hardware. “Topical hoof application that combines Hyaluronic … Read more
Gerd recommended a Spanish style cavesson. It had a curved metal piece wrapped in leather with 3 rings to fit over the nose and was jointed on the side. Unlike mine, which is jointed over the nose and has lots of leather padding under the brass fittings. I’m not sure I’m clear on the difference between the … Read more
Left side is more elevated than the right. You have to use your imagination a little bit because the mane is in the way, but I think you can still see. The majority of Emma’s rides have been in our western saddle (McCall Northwest Wade). But given the inequity in her shoulders, I’m switching to … Read more