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Comment by Cyndi on October 22, 2009 at 3:38pm

Wow Karen, great paintings!!

Comment by Karen McLain on October 22, 2009 at 10:20am

I just learned that the Onaqui Herd, (located 40 miles SW of Salt Lake), has been rounded up. This herd has 43,880 acres of land and the BLM estimates that it can easily maintain a population of 199-210 horses. I have learned that they are only going to return 30 horses. I visited this herd last summer and was profoundly touched touched by them. I based a series of paintings, "Among the Mustangs", on this experience. It is due to exhibit Nov 7-8. Please pass this news along, I want to see the herd numbers returned to the capacity the land can handle. I also would like to know if anyone has any other information on the status of this herd.

Comment by Catherin McMillan on October 19, 2009 at 1:13am

will do Elandra. going to have a ride on wednesday when I have someone at home just in case he decided to be a nut.

Comment by maureen hall on October 18, 2009 at 9:10pm

I have a wonderful elegant draft cross mare that would make an awesome horse for anyone in this group - go to www.hotelfun4kids.com/horses.htm - We are asking $12,000.00 She does everything.

Comment by Elandra White on October 18, 2009 at 8:46pm

Hi Catherin, that sounds like a good plan let us know how it works out. Elandra

Comment by Catherin McMillan on October 18, 2009 at 5:36pm

thanks Elandra, Ive forumlated a plan with my niece who is the chief pony club instructor (and a research scientist during the week) Im going to ride him for 15 - 20 mins ever second day and see how he goes, she suggested that one of her pc students might be interested in taking him for a few weeks and I'll spell her horse here for that time over christmas. In exchange

I agree though that theres not point in keeping an animal that your are weiry of no matter how much you love them. I want to enjoy riding again not be wonndering whats going to happen next all the time if I try to push him.

Comment by Elandra White on October 15, 2009 at 8:29am

Hi Catherine, I would have a reputable trainer ride him and see what they think. I know it is very hard to find one here hope it is better there. You can build your confidence back but you have to feel safe with the horse first. I have recently had to give up on one that kept bucking. Now I have a lovely gelding I am enjoying very much. I found a wonderful home for the bucking mare was completely honest with the new owner she is younger and willing to deal with that. Good luck, Elandra

Comment by Catherin McMillan on October 14, 2009 at 9:04pm

had a ride on my old boy yesterday have to say Im reluctant to push him incase he decided to let one drop. havent riden him a lot in the last 12mths and I feel Ive lost a lot of confidence in him since Ive been thrown a couple of times.

wondering what the best thing to do is. should I see if I can get someone to get him going again for me and have a few lessons with them ????

or should I consider getting someone to get him back into work and sell him and buy another that I can establish confident relationship with. ????

Comment by Lisa Rowlands on September 27, 2009 at 8:22am

There are also rescue horses.We've placed horses that were no longer able to compete at the highest level,but were great for someone looking for reliable pleasure horses that they could show at lowere levels.There are also some great standarbreds out there who with some work can be great riding horses.My mare was off the track and in absolute sweetheart

Comment by Beverley Maillet on September 26, 2009 at 5:43pm

Linda, There are all kinds of horses that might fit your bill for much less than 10,000. You can get a decent horse for around 3,000 who may not have perfect confirmation but has been there and done that kinda guy. I bought an ex-racehorse off the track and he was fantastic as he was trailered all the time and was used to all the crowds and commotion. I've also bought 3 young horses that don't have all the training on them that you need right away but with a bit of time and energy have made fantastic mounts. Keep looking and check your tack shops for sale ads. You may be surprised what's out there that may be suitable or with a bit of elbow grease well worth the time and effort. Careful with the rescues that you get something that doesn't have any serious problems (health or mental). There are lots of rescues who may fit the bill as well. just be careful (Vet Check if possible) even though your not paying as much for them you may be stuck with the vet bill later (cost you much more)

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