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Texas Horse Friends

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I know Texas is a big state but I thought it would be nice to have a thread so Texas folk can communicate and get to know each other.

This can be a place of just getting to know each other, discuss our horses, share ideas, or knowledge, keep each other informed on events, functions, sales, news, etc.

What do ya think? Check in and let's begin!

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We (DH and DD15) live in Montgomery County.
We have 5 acres.
One Arabian mare .. in the market for a horse for husband/daughter.
I raise chickens, have rabbits, 2 dogs and a flying squirrel.

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#2,857 ·
so gotta go muck stalls and the arena today after work. still too muddy to ride but the horses were up from all the rain we got the last couple days. so ill probably be there till about 8 tonight cause its just gonna be me and my wife cleaning up after 23 horses.

anyone wanna grab a muck rake and come help?
 
#2,859 ·
don't get me wrong I love taking care of all the horses but i have to admit mucking after 23 horses is my least favorite part of caring for them lol.

We normally have 24 hour turn out. The only time they are up is in the rain or when they are being used well and for about 15 minutes of feeding we grain in their stalls and then we kick them out to the pastures for their hay.
 
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WW, I would come help but that's too far for me and besides, I have 6 to clean myself. I actually find it relaxing. The horses think I'm a little crazy too because I talk to them while I clean:)
 
#2,861 ·
My two older boys are ready for this reason to stop. I bring them in to a stall to eat their grain and they don't want to go back out! I don't blame them, I'd want to stay where it was dry too
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#2,863 ·
So, of course now that I left it snows at my parents place:? The weather lady just said "Just to remind you it's still winter in Texas..." Yes, here you need reminders :lol:

Haven't had to muck lately (pasture board). Don't mind it too much, though had a scary experience once.
 
#2,864 ·
Well I hope it doesn't snow the third week of February - I just placed my chick order with McMurray Hatchery. Don't want to be driving thru the snow at 3 am to the post office to pick up my chicks!

Tired of coldness here - I'm ready to get outside and get to work. Besides my usual gardening addiction (and goats and chickens), there are some new endurance rides this year and I'd really love to try to make some of the ones closer to me.

Anyone got any riding/training goals for this year?
 
#2,865 ·
I would love to do some sorting this year. Got 3 capable horses for it but we don't know much about how to do it. It seems fairly easy but you never know!
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#2,866 ·
Hey guys! Hows everyone? Hope yall are warm and dry.

The week after Christmas we went down to Waller/ Navasota to see my family and we stayed with my uncle. He took us over to his old house where he keeps his horses and cows. When we got there all the kids wanted to take alittle ride so we grabbed some halters and threw the kids up. My son who's 5 has never rode a pony before so he was excited to ride my little cousins pony, Charlie. He was enjoying it and mentioned how it feels different than a " real" horse. We all are talking and happen to turn around right as Caiden falls off of Charlie or more like slides off. He hit the ground on his belly so he began to cry a bit. As everyone gets closer he gets louder. He stands up and in med cry he stops, looks over at the pony and in the meanest voice he can conjure up says "STUPID PONY!!" Lol We all about died laughing. He got back up and took a few more laps then asked if he can ride a real horse now. Lol what looked like happened was there was a dip which made him off balanced and he just slid off the side of Charlie. Poor Charlie got blamed!
 
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Aww, poor Charlie! I lead-lined the daughter of the folks who were looking after the horse in the stall next to mine and walked her a few laps around the arena on my guy. She'd done pony party rides before, but this was the first time she'd been on a 'real horse.' Not sure what does it, but kids definitely have a clear idea of ponies vs horses in their heads! I though her cheeks were going to split in two from all the grinning. Made me smile. My guy was a little perplexed since he thought he was done for the day, but seemed to enjoy it once he realized that the entire gig really was just walking after me and he didn't have to do any 'work.'
 
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Caught up on the thread yesterday and just checking in with you all... made it through the first week back at school after winter break, what a loooong week. Next week should be better. Loving the cold weather, just thinking about all those frozen flies and mosquitos from last summer haha. Got about 3 inches of rain last week, too. Strangles outbreak at my barn, some guy didn't have their horse vaccinated and brought it back after a show. Mine have their vaccs, and no runny noses yet, hope they hold out.
Kctop, sorting is really fun and that is what I would be doing if I had the time. Maybe this summer. We've got a local arena with sorting practice one night a week, and also regular clinics by an individual. Seems like if your horses have cow and are conditioned to do the cutting moves they should catch on real quick. My mare loves it, as she was a cutter, but she would definitely need some conditioning andI'd have to put spurs on haha.
Clippityclop, speaking of finding Zen, that's funny, as I always thought of raking out the lean-to as working my zen garden. It really does have an amazing, relaxing effect.
Gotta go... everybody go out and enjoy the sun today!
 
#2,872 ·
Today the farrier came. Happy dogs ;)

The cold weather is making my 2 fruity. After the farrier got done i let my old guy go. He spun almsot 360 on his forehand, then stopped and looked at me. I told him to go run it out, but he rather followed mecaround and arched his neck every now and then. Silly one. Also bought a jolly ball for my young one. We'll see if she enjoys it. Right now she rather followed me around. Hey, at least they like hanging out with me ;)

School starts tonorrow, but I already have homework :/
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#2,873 ·
Hello!

Hi,

I am new to the horse world. I have never owned one, but have dreamt of having one for as long as I can remember. I haven't had the opportunity to be around horses much, but I hope that will change soon. I am thinking about volunteering at an equine therapy ranch.

Recently I babysat for a family for about 8 months who owned one. The mom let me spend an hr/week for a couple of months with their horse and it made me feel more comfortable around horses. She taught me a few things about horses. Working for this family reawakened my love for horses as I never really thought it possible for me to have my own.

I'm 27 and work as a nanny/babysitter. I am hoping to meet other's around the DFW (TX) area that are around my age or older who wouldn't mind my being so unexperienced with horses. I am very quiet at first, but when I get comfortable I talk more.

Any Buck Brannaman fans out there? I recently saw the documentary (Buck) on him and just love him. I like his story and how he came out of such hardship. He seems like a very compassionate person and I like how he treats horses. I would love to attend one of his upcoming clinics (just to watch) that is about 3hrs from where I live, but I wouldn't know how to prepare or what to expect. Any suggestions?

I am happy to meet others on here as well and just chat.

~Jessie:)
 
#2,874 ·
Welcome to the forum and the Texas Thread. as I was told when I started here this is the most talkative group on the forum haha.

I sincerly hope you get the chance to have horses in your life as it is the most rewarding thing. My wife and I have gotten the chance to ride and work at some stables near our home and it is the joy of our lives.
 
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Yes! Welcome! Sorry guys ive been reallllyyyyy busy this weekend (unusual). And we didnt go to test those horses because my trainer is down with the flu :( pray for her guys. And as WW said, this IS the most talkative and closest knit thread on here. Were Texans for cryin out loud! hhahaha
 
#2,881 ·
I watched Buck Brannaman's "From the Ground Up" DVDs and I loved them. He's a very experience horseman and I really like some of his methods.
 
#2,886 ·
I feel very welcomed!



Thank you everyone! I feel welcomed. Kayella, his documentary is a great one too watch,too. They tell some about his story and also show him at some of the clinics. I want to go to one! Buck won Western Horseman of the year. Although I think he's an all around horseman. The. Best. I'm probably biased and saying that unfairly. He's the only horseman I've seen on videos so far. I think I like him much more because of his story. Very inspirational! :D

I know some about Stacy Westfall and like her,too. Have any of you ever been to any clinics? Does everyone on here own horses? If not, how are you involved with them?

I've been through a lot in my life and just the little time that I was able to spend with the horse at my old job was amazing. One of the things I've learned just recently is about visualization. Seeing things for what they could be. You know...like having a "dream" collage. I love collaging and am working on making one for my bedroom wall. Also, about networking and asking for things so that maybe things will fall into place as you would like. I'm much older now and wish I could have known so much more earlier in life. For all you youngins: keep dreaming! It's possible. It's hard for me to see it some days, but I'm not giving up on how I would like my life to look like in the future. This includes owning a few acres and a horse! :-p

Jessie
 
#2,882 ·
Kiara, Be careful of the jolly ball. My little filly got her hoof stuck in the handle!!! Theat was fun getting it off!
HorseMom, I'm in the Lavon area. I've found some places to go, just gottat find the time!
Welcome Jessie!!!
 
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I have no idea how she did it, must have gotten froggy in her stall and landed perfectly. DH had to cut the handle to get it off of her back foot!
 
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