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Now, now, Howard,
Let's not get all in a huff because Tammy made a statement
that you chose to read in a very narrow vein. I did not think she was at all off
base when she said "If you can't afford shoes or proper
hoof protection, feed, shots, etc...my opinion is don't own a horse," This
makes perfect sense to me. Don't you think that if someone takes on the
ownership of a horse (or any animal for that matter) they should have the
wherewithal to provide proper feed and medical care if and when needed? That
animal is in their care and control and if they are in need, who will act on
their behalf if not the owner?
I did not see that she made reference to
the type of trailer they have/or not or the value of their tack or clothing,
etc. etc. You expanded on that one line in a most defensive manner.
Hmmmmm?
I don't think that this was pointed at you. You have made
it clear that you are trying to achieve a better way of going for your horses
and that you are open to evaluating the results, pro or con.
I read Tammy's post as an informative one. I, too,
wondered at the comment that Arabians in general are known to have low heels.
Mine certainly don't and I don't know that they are exceptional.
I guess that I am rankled that you took such offense at
what I perceived to be a non-threatening and informative post and your tone was
less than congenial in responding to Tammy.
As Rodney King said "Can't we all just ...."
whatever!
Pat
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Wednesday, July 17, 2002 1:30
PM
Subject: Re: [RC] [RC] Low heels (was
navicular)
I did not to mean to imply that all Arabs have low heels. My two
both do and I have seen quite a few at endurance rides that seem to fall into
this category. I, also, thought that it was discussed on Ridecamp a long
time ago and it seemed to be a more than average kind of thing.
Anyway, Tammy, I did not mean to infer anything about your horses, in
particular. Like I tried to say in my post, I'm not sure that barefootin
is made for mountains and, even, if it will work for me with endurance.
I'm just giving it a shot, and if it works I'll let you know; if it doesn't,
I'll let you know that too. Course, it appears you're not all that
interested, so I'll scratch you off the list.
It never ceases to amaze me how some folks will get all worked up when
another person just comments on something "new" that they are trying with
their horses. I must say your following comment: "If you can't afford shoes or proper hoof protection, feed, shots,
etc...my opinion is don't own a horse," kind of sucks, in my
opinion! Next thing you know, you're gonna tell folks that if they can't
afford a gooseneck $45,000.00 horse trailer with living quarters they
shouldn't even bother showing up to an endurance ride. I think that's
kind of arrogant hogwash. Remind me to send you a copy of my tax return
so you can deem me worthy, or not, to own a horse.
cya,
Howard (still going to rides with a tent and a 3 horse bumper pull
trailer)
----- Original Message -----
From:
Trailrite@xxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, July 17, 2002 12:14
PM
To: mmieske@xxxxxxxxxxxxx;
hwb67@xxxxxxx; ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [RC] Low heels (was
navicular)
If most Arabs are supposed to have "in general" low
heels...why do we have over 30 horses "Arabs" here on this ranch...and not
one of them have low heels. Better recheck this general statement.
If you are shoeing your horses balanced then,
this will not be the case. Anyone that knows our horses and have came
to see them for purchasing will know this is true. We get them in
sometimes with various types of hoof problems. But with our farriers,
(Rob Kalb & Levi Robinson) they soon start to form a normal hoof over
time.
Oh Yeah, they look just like the ones here
on the ranch that have never had shoes on. Can't tell the difference
until you'll notice that some have medal on the bottom for hoof ware
protection vis over ware with the miles put on hard & rocky ground.
If you can't afford shoes or proper hoof
protection, feed, shots, etc...my opinion is don't own a horse. With
that said, my grandson & I are off for the Tevis...with shoes on our
horses!
See you on the trail, and good luck to all that are entered!
Tammy Robinson
Trail-Rite Ranch & Products
18171 Lost
Creek Road
Saugus, CA 91390
661/513-9269 or 713-3912
www.Trail-Rite.com email:trailrite@xxxxxxx
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