05/27/2024
This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave all for their country and the loved ones they left behind. Today and every day, we are thankful for your sacrifice.
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Misty Mountain Stables offers full care stall boarding with daily turnout for $400/month. This includes feed, hay, and daily stall cleaning.
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We also offer birthday parties and photoshoots. WE DO NOT OFFER TRAIL RIDES OR GROUP RIDES TO THE PUBLIC.
05/12/2024
Happy Mother's Day to all the 2 and 4 legged mamas, mamas of furbabies, bonus moms, adoptive moms, and every combination in between!
This is my version of a "how it started vs. how it's going" photo of our favorite 4 legged mama Misty and baby to grown-up Moose.
01/01/2024
Happy New Year!
12/13/2023
Happy National Day of the Horse to all my fellow horse-crazy equestrians!
We are blessed to have a barn full of gorgeous horses who could have been the spotlight photo for this post, but I opted to go with my 32 year old retired show mare, Rain. The stories this beautiful graying face could tell! I have had her almost two- thirds of her life now, and what a gift every year has been!
I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to give her the cushy retirement she deserves, and I couldn't do it without the support of all my boarders, students, and other guests. The Day of the Horse is meant to celebrate not just our parterniships with these majestic creatures, but also to call attention to all those who earn their living from them. Barn owners, trainers, farriers, veterinarians, grooms, tack and feed stores- the list goes on and on.
I like to think horses can be a great gateway to ag for some who may not otherwise think much about country life. Being around/having horses makes you more aware of the land around you, the hard work it takes to care for it, and (hopefully) instills a sense of stewardship to help sustain it for generations to come!
11/23/2023
Hoping everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving!
10/25/2023
For those who know and miss our namesake, Misty, she says she's quite enjoying retired life at my house! All the same pampering and treats without the pesky riding and work... 😉
As you can see, she is still just as stunning as ever at 21 years old, and still loves to strike a pose for the camera!
09/25/2023
First Time Horse Buying FAQs
BUY FOR YOUR CURRENT LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE
Today's photo goes WAY back to address a piece of advice I always give people looking their first patner: buy the horse that fits your knowledge/skillset/confidence level NOW, not necessarily where you hope to be years down the road. This means I don't typically recommend young or green horses for first time horse owners, especially those who are relatively new to the equine world. And I say this as someone who as a teenager, had a green horse as her first personal horse, then bred her and raised a foal.
First off, what does "green" mean? It is simply a term used to describe a horse that has little experience under saddle OR in a certain discipline. It can be a youngster just starting out or an older horse that for one reason or another was never started under saddle. Additionally, a horse that is seasoned in one area, but has minimal experience in another is still considered green in that second area. Finding a horse that already has experience in the discipline you are in or hope to get into will greatly increase your chances of reaching your goals.
Green horses can be a great investment, but the amount of work and risk it takes to bring them along is something I see many people underestimate. If you are relatively new to the horse world and still building your own knowledge and skill set, there may be details you yourself are still lacking in your riding. A more seasoned horse has a better chance of figuring out what you are attempting to ask of them even if you make a mistake, and can generalize cues much easier. It takes YEARS of consistent training and work to create a truly finished, beginner type horse. The amount of time this takes alone can be prohibitive, and may not be what a new horse owner who is still gaining confidence wants to focus on.
A green horse is still learning too, so they don't always know what is you training yourself and what is you training them. They can become more frustrated more easily in certain situations. They are also still gaining exposure, so they need a steady, confident hand to guide them through scary new things (like riding away from "home" at shows or on trails, crossing water, or being asked to ride over/through obstacles.) Chances of coming unseated while training youngsters are higher, and if you or your child gets injured it can send your equine dreams to a screeching halt prematurely.
Again, if you are still learning and developing your own riding skills, it can muddy the waters for your horse if it is also new to the discipline it's being asked to perform. Certain breeds will do better at certain disciplines, while others can be more versatile. That being said, it is common for horses to have multiple "careers" in their lifetimes, so a horse that has already performed in one career will likely have the base on them to more easily transition to a new one.
Misty was one of a kind, and one of those "born broke" type of horses. There is a reason the barn is named after her, she's just special! We were fortunate to have amazing mentors and instructors help us when we needed. I had also been riding several years, on various breeds, and we had owned one horse prior to getting her.
We trialed Misty for a few days before purchasing her, so we got to see her personality before committing. She never rode or acted like a "silly youngster." Then we bred her and had Moose, which is a whole other story! Even still, it took YEARS of training to build solid relationships with them, and while it ended up giving me 2 heart horses, it isn't a path that is feasible for everyone to walk. Pictured here is a 14 year old me, Misty, and a few week old Moose.
09/14/2023
Horse Buying FAQs
Lately I have been having quite a few prospective first time owners pick my brain about what to expect from the process. It got me thinking, maybe a brief series of posts about my personal short list of considerations for purchasing a horse may be a good resource. These are all just my personal opinions, things I've either experienced or seen over the years and the advice I give based on these experiences.
BUDGET
Many people think about how much they are willing/able to spend to purchase their equine partner, but don't always think of what comes next. The purchase price is the cheapest part of the horse! Of course most understand they will have monthly expenses to keep the horse. These include board fees, feed/hay/shavings (if they plan to keep them on their own property), and farrier. This is just the tip of the iceberg though! When forming your initial budget for horse and tack, keep in mind you may incur other costs sooner than you expect.
If your new horse gets sick or injured shortly after you get them, will you still have a cushion in your budget to afford the vet bill? What if you discover issues that weren't known to you at time of purchase that require medical maintenance you weren't expecting in order to keep your horse healthy/sound? What if the tack you bought doesn't fit and you have to go back to the drawing board? Training and/or lesson fees if needed? Do you plan to get a truck and trailer? It can all add up.
Preparation is key to keeping your equine ownership dreams on track! Obviously thie list on budget could go on and is somewhat subjective. Also, just because these things could happen doesn't mean they will. But being prepared for the worst while hoping for the best is the name of the game!
Pictured we have Queenie during a chiropractor visit. She pulled a double whammy on her owners shortly after purchase in the form of discovering lameness issues that require lifelong maintenance AND an unrelated emergency due to a suspected vaccine reaction. Luckily for her, she couldn't have fallen into more loving hands that were willing and able to do what she needed to begin healing!
07/14/2023
RIDING LESSON UPDATE
*Note: this post is only addressing lesson availability, not our other offered services!
I get multiple calls every day inquiring about riding lessons. As more and more people move into our beautiful region, demand for riding lessons is increasing exponentially. Unfortunately for now, I am FULL and not accepting new students. This is always subject to change, but I just wanted to make a post addressing the current status.
I am beyond blessed and thankful to be in my 15th year giving lessons. At this time, I have several in-house students (a.k.a. boarders taking lessons on their personal horses), and as much as I wish I had enough time to accommodate their needs and all the demands of the public, there's just not enough of me to go around! I have also gotten back into showing which is taking up time.
As always, I am thankful for your support and understanding! Pictured below is one of my in-house students, Liv, up on the handsome Hermes! I so enjoy helping clients better communicate with their equines to facilitate strong lifetime patnerships.
07/04/2023
We hope everyone has a safe and very happy Independence Day! Please be courteous as you celebrate and take measures to protect your animals during the festivities!
07/01/2023
EQUINE FIREWORKS SAFETY AND FAQs:
As the celebrations for Independence Day kick off this weekend, I wanted to make a post to address how to handle fireworks and horses. Many people think about our in-home pets and veterans with PTSD being affected, but horses can be just as stressed by them! Here is a list of questions/comments folks ask me about how the horses handle fireworks, and what YOU can do to be a good neighbor if you have horses nearby.
Q: Do they make calming medications for horses like they do dogs/cats? Why can't you just give some to all the horses to help them be less stressed?
A: While they do make gels and supplements for horses to aid in calming, they can be much more expensive than similar drugs for pets. Most over the counter calming aids are sold in single dose tubes, and some horses may require multiple tubes to be affective. Some horses do well with them and do find relief, but others do not see much improvement in anxiety and adrenaline can cause them to "power through" the sedative affect.
Q: Why can't you just leave them up at night so they can't get run around and hurt themselves?
A: Here at MMS, we are fortunate to have a set up that does allow us to keep horses in their stalls as needed. However, we do not like to keep horses in indefinitely. Horses do best being able to roam for several hours a day in order for their bodies to function properly and reduce stress, so we have to try to guess when the most fireworks will be going off nearby and choose when to try to keep them up.
We have several horses who solely go out overnight, so switching them to going out during the day isn't always an easy option. We have established herds who all get along well with each other, and throwing new horses in with each other for a few days can upset the herd balance. We also have some horses who NEED to go out at night. For example, in this photo we have one horse who has skin allergies and does best when his exposure to biting insects is limited. Another horse in this photo is partially blind and has boughts of uveitis which make his good eye light sensitive, and he is attached to two of the other horses who help him navigate with his limited vision. We also have a couple horses with white noses that prone to sunburn, so limiting UV exposure is needed.
Additionally, not all private individuals have stalls available to secure their equine(s) in. Some owners will have run-in sheds that can't be blocked off, or are just shut off by gates. In the event a horse gets seriously spooked or frantic, they can easily try to jump a gate or run scared and plow through fencing or structures of which they normally are respectful. Even in a solid, secure stall, some horses can panic to the point of injuring themselves running into the walls.
Q: Isn't is just like thunder? If thunder doesn't bother them much, fireworks should be no different...
A: The short answer is it isn't the same. The rapid succession of booms with fireworks, bright colors and other noises they can make (crackling, whistling, loud percussions) are different sounds than thunder makes. The intensity often lasts longer, and the bright colors coupled with unpredictable or varied flight patterns can make a horse feel like they are being attacked from all directions. This is why a horse who isn't bothered by thunder may react to fireworks (and yes, some horses do get nervous in severe storms too.)
Q: I live next to a boarding facility/my neighbor has horses in their field. I still want to enjoy my holiday and shoot off fireworks, is there anything I can do to keep my neighbor's animal(s) safe while doing so?
A: YES! Having a good relationship with your neighbors can go a long way in times like these. Communicate with your neighbor about your intentions. Let them know when you intend to shoot off the fireworks and how long you think your display will last. This will give them a chance to prepare ahead of time if they think they need to take extra precautions with their animals. With any luck they will be receptive and appreciate the courtesy of you trying to keep them informed.
If your timing changes, let them know. If they aren't receptive to you, please do NOT change your plan out of spite to catch them off guard. You aren't punishing the people at that point, you are risking innocent animals' safety and well-being. If you have tried to give advanced notice and they don't take it well, sticking to your plan still gives them a chance to best protect their animals. For the most part, we horse owners like to watch fireworks too, we just want to be able to do so without fearing for our giant babies' lives!
As you are planning your launch location for your at-home display, please be mindful of where any embers or debris may land. In years past we have had a field set on fire by neighboring displays (fortunately a remote field without animals in it), as well as debris landing in our active grazing pastures. Horses can ingest this debris if it is missed during cleanup, and the results of such ingestion can be life -threatening. (Fortunately, we have not encountered ingestion of foreign objects).
Finally, it may seem obvious, but DO NOT SHOOT BOTTLE ROCKETS OR OTHER FIREWORKS AT HORSES/BARNS! You wouldn't think this needs to be said, but unfortunately sometimes people will intentionally take aim at animals/structures for kicks. The reasons why this behavior is dangerous and wreckless should be common sense. Fire risks, burn risks, blinding risks, etc. If you wouldn't want it to happen to yourself/your home, please don't do it to your neighbors (horses or not!)
This list is far from expansive and everyone handles things differently, but I thought it may help some to touch on the topic. Have fun this weekend, and BE SAFE!
06/13/2023
How about a good group roll in the mud? Every horse knows one of life's greatest joys is rolling in the mud after a good rain, and these 3 wasted no time doing it when they were turned out last night!
05/29/2023
Today, we remember and honor the fallen and the families they left behind.
05/14/2023
Happy Mother's Day to all the two and four legged mamas out there! I'm always thankful to Misty for giving me my heart horse, Moose! Here he is next to her as a foal and an adult.
05/01/2023
Happy with our namesake Misty and my reitred show mare Rain!
These girls are both now retired out at my personal residence after Misty's arthritis made it so she could no longer give lessons last year. She just turned 21 years old! As you can see she is still shedding out her winter coat a bit, but her beautiful golden color is starting to emerge for the summer.
Rain just turned 32 years old and has been retired from riding since age 25. They are both enjoying their quiet retirement being spoiled at home!
04/09/2023
Wishing everyone a blessed and happy Easter! We hope you can spend time with family to reflect and enjoy this beautiful day.
The photo today features my Easter Egger hen and rooster. She lays beautiful light blue eggs naturally, so everyday is a bit like an Easter egg hunt for me!
03/09/2023
Today's video gives just a tiny peek into some of the training I do with Koda.
With photo shoot season upon us, making sure Koda's posing and liberty skills are still sharp is a must! Much like us, horses need to perform tasks/skills regularly to generalize them and be able to perform them reliably on demand. The main skill we work on is a "hold" command, which is essentially like teaching your dog to stay on command off leash. This allows me to position him, then back off and have him hold his position until I release him.
We have also been working on a new command, "ears." While most folks are happy to have any photos with this handsome guy, having his ears forward and him looking alert and engaged really makes the shot perfect. However, getting a horse to put its ears forward on command, and then hold them there is much easier said than done (ask any equestrian trying to get photos of their own horse!) Each time we work this skill, I will slowly increase the amount of time I ask him to hold it before he gets rewarded to help condition him to hold his ears forward much like he's learned to hold his body still on the spot.
Time will tell if this skill is something he's willing and able to perform in every pose, with every client. Hopefully he will at least gain enough mastery to get a few great photos with each guest! Are you interested in having horse or unicorn photos taken? Contact us for more information!
02/22/2023
TRUST
Trust is everything with horses, be it in their interactions with their humans or their equine herd mates. These two photos speak volumes to the trust we hope to create in our turnout groups. Any horse laying down needs to feel secure and safe to put themselves in this vulnerable position, but Charley especially has every reason to not let his guard down.
Charley is blind in one eye and has severely limited vision in the other. Yet, with his two big buddies by his side as sentry, he lays down with his blind side facing out to the open field. He trusts they will stand by him while he lays, not walk off, and keep him safe. While all 3 do have some history together, they all have different owners and came from different places. These boys are all so sweet, I never get tired of watching their interactions!
01/20/2023
DID YOU KNOW...?
Did you know it is recommended riding helmets be replaced about every 5 years, even if they haven't ever taken a fall? And anytime you do take a tumble of course, it is recommended you replace the helmet. Some companies offer registries that will cover replacement in the event of a fall for so many years after purchase, as well as protection against any factory defects you may discover.
Think of a riding helmet like a carseat. Even if it hasn't been involved in a crash, over time things like UV exposure, temperature fluctuations, and general wear and tear on straps and padding can lessen the protection. Not to mention technology is always improving and newer versions are often lighter weight, more breathable, and even more aesthetically pleasing while providing superior protection. For these reasons, I would caution against purchasing a used helmet for yourself or your child.
Today we replaced the helmets used in our lesson program with new models. I ALWAYS wear a helmet myself, and all of my students are required to wear one every ride. I try to find helmets that aren't too plain while also appealing to kids of any gender. (Safety is easier to teach if it looks cool!) We have 2 sizes on hand to fit most heads. The padding can be removed and washed/disinfected as needed, and the helmets got registered with the manufacturer.
12/25/2022
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate it! May you and yours be surrounded with love and blessings today!
12/23/2022
Happy Friday! Hopefully everyone has been staying warm.
Today I just wanted to share a quick video showing that the horses really do handle the cold far better than we do. You can see Scooter and Romeo, who are both blanket free, standing with their coats nice and fluffed out and note NO shivering. They had access to shelter, hay, and water while out today and despite the negative wind chills were perfectly warm! Smoke (navy blanket) yelled at me at the end to stop wasting time and let him in for his dinner. 🤣
The debate on whether or not blanket can get heated with folks on both sides adamant about their stance and sometimes getting derogatory toward those who fall opposite to their preference. I share this today to say be kind, respect differing opinions, and understand with horses there is almost always more than one way to handle things. As long as choices are made with proper husbandry and each animal's best interest/needs in mind, different doesn't necessarily mean wrong.
12/23/2022
The big door is down and all our cold weather preparations have been put into place to weather the cold temps the next few days.
Every operation has their own plans and routines for handling cold weather snaps. We are fortunate to have a solid cinderblock barn that reduces the drafts from gusting winds, especially when our large door is down. Many of the horses in our care do wear blankets in these temperatures. The ones who don't wear one have thick healthy coats, are kept as dry as possible, and are brushed off so their coats are free of dried mud or other debris that can affect insulation value.
Generally speaking, a healthy horse with access to good shelter, hay, and water can handle these cold snaps much better than we wimpy humans do! Having a plan in place ahead of the storm is always vital when dealing with any kind of animal that lives outdoors. We have a few standard procedures we always do for cold weather, including heaters in our tanks that we use to keep water thawed (placed before temps plumet), increasing amounts of forage gradually leading up to and during the event, and adding some loose salt into feed rations to help encourage drinking and reduce colic risks.
12/13/2022
The look of a mare on a mission! I know it's a day late, but how about a post featuring these 2 pretty ladies! First we have Queenie, our newest draft cross boarder. In the second photo we have long-time boarder Holly, who despite being in her mid twenties still has quite a bit of spring in her step.
Both these girls are displaying the stereotypical mare glare as they charge in for their dinners. When those ears go flat, you better stand back!
11/24/2022
Happy Thanksgiving to all our followers!
Today and every day we are thankful for our boarders, lesson students and their families, and of course our horses. We are blessed these magnificent animals allow us to be a part of their world and let us do the things we do with them.
This photo is one of my favorites of myself and Rain, I feel like you can see the love and gratitude I have for her. Now fully retired at the age of 31, she gave me her all in the show ring for many years and will always hold a special place in my heart! ❤️
11/12/2022
How about a couple quick change of pace photos of barn chicken, Circus?!
If you've stopped up recently, you may have seen (or heard) this cute little guy frolicking about. He is a 6 year old Mille Fleur D'uccle Bantam rooster. He is quite the character and cute as a button! When all of his elderly hens passed on, attempts to join him with my home flock were unsuccessful and we brought him back to the barn for his own safety. He's living his best life and quite enjoying being the guardian of the barn hall!
11/12/2022
From all of us at MMS, thank you to all the veterans who have served to protect our freedoms!
11/05/2022
Everyone help us welcome our newest boarder "Smoke Stack" to the MMS family!
Smoke is a big beautiful flea bitten gray thoroughbred gelding towering over 17 hands tall! He has made friends with Romeo, and watching them is pretty cute considering Romeo stands just over 14 hands and is actually Smoke's senior by several years. So far the big guy has picked up the routine with flying colors and is settling in wonderfully!
10/19/2022
The cool, breezy weather yesterday had these sassy seniors acting their shoe size, not their age! 😉
Of the three main horses frolicking about in this video, Rayne (the paint mare) is the youngest at an estimated age of around 23. Ruckus, the bay, is 31 and his Palomino buddy Gabe is 29. I always love seeing the older horses in our care feeling good and enjoying their golden years, they have earned it for sure! Bonus background of Misty, Moose, and Koda watching and running around the upper pasture too.
10/10/2022
Today's post will also serve as a "welcome to the barn" post!
Everyone help us welcome Scarlet and her humans to the MMS family! This beautiful Saddlebred has been settling in very well so far. She gets along with her pasture mates nicely (Scooter thinks she's pretty cute truth be told) and has picked up the daily routine with flying colors.
10/07/2022
The fall colors are trying to peek through on the hill, I'd say another week or so and we will really have a gorgeous view!
Pictured is the daytime lower pasture herd (minus Romeo and Mila who were in the run in shed). From left to right the horses pictured are Scarlet, Moonpie, Scooter, and Toby!
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How about a good group roll in the mud? Every horse knows one of life's greatest joys is rolling in the mud after a good rain, and these 3 wasted no time doing it when they were turned out last night!
Today's video gives just a tiny peek into some of the training I do with Koda. With photo shoot season upon us, making sure Koda's posing and liberty skills are still sharp is a must! Much like us, horses need to perform tasks/skills regularly to generalize them and be able to perform them reliably on demand. The main skill we work on is a "hold" command, which is essentially like teaching your dog to stay on command off leash. This allows me to position him, then back off and have him hold his position until I release him. We have also been working on a new command, "ears." While most folks are happy to have any photos with this handsome guy, having his ears forward and him looking alert and engaged really makes the shot perfect. However, getting a horse to put its ears forward on command, and then hold them there is much easier said than done (ask any equestrian trying to get photos of their own horse!) Each time we work this skill, I will slowly increase the amount of time I ask him to hold it before he gets rewarded to help condition him to hold his ears forward much like he's learned to hold his body still on the spot. Time will tell if this skill is something he's willing and able to perform in every pose, with every client. Hopefully he will at least gain enough mastery to get a few great photos with each guest! Are you interested in having horse or unicorn photos taken? Contact us for more information!
Happy Friday! Hopefully everyone has been staying warm. Today I just wanted to share a quick video showing that the horses really do handle the cold far better than we do. You can see Scooter and Romeo, who are both blanket free, standing with their coats nice and fluffed out and note NO shivering. They had access to shelter, hay, and water while out today and despite the negative wind chills were perfectly warm! Smoke (navy blanket) yelled at me at the end to stop wasting time and let him in for his dinner. 🤣 The debate on whether or not blanket can get heated with folks on both sides adamant about their stance and sometimes getting derogatory toward those who fall opposite to their preference. I share this today to say be kind, respect differing opinions, and understand with horses there is almost always more than one way to handle things. As long as choices are made with proper husbandry and each animal's best interest/needs in mind, different doesn't necessarily mean wrong.
The cool, breezy weather yesterday had these sassy seniors acting their shoe size, not their age! 😉 Of the three main horses frolicking about in this video, Rayne (the paint mare) is the youngest at an estimated age of around 23. Ruckus, the bay, is 31 and his Palomino buddy Gabe is 29. I always love seeing the older horses in our care feeling good and enjoying their golden years, they have earned it for sure! Bonus background of Misty, Moose, and Koda watching and running around the upper pasture too.
Today I wanted to share a video of myself on Moose. I have had this thought on my mind lately and thought a video may help the lesson students I have visualize what I'm talking about when I speak about using your seat as your main way to drive your horse. I talk a lot to students about using your seat and legs to move the horse. Moose and I have been doing bridleless work, and while we have a long way to go, I thought this video would help to show that the horse still flexes and moves the same regardless of if you are using your hands to "pull" him around. Ideally when riding, your hands or reins should be your last aid when asking your horse to walk/stop/turn. Now obviously it takes countless hours of training and bonding with your horse to create the communication and responsiveness to do full on bridleless riding, but every horse and rider can benefit from working toward that goal. You can see as we deepen our turn Moose reaches his nose out to touch my boot. This is an example of the horse following his nose. In riding you'll often hear instructors say the horse's body follows his nose. I think we often assume that the deep flexion of a tight turn is brought on by pulling on the reins, but with proper conditioning and training you will find this is naturally how your horse moves regardless of if you have reins attached giving an additional aid. You also can see me use my seat at the end to stop and help back him. Right now I do use exaggerated leg cues and verbal cues as well so he knows for sure I am asking for the stop or back. At times I do still need to grab the neck rope to add a final cue with my hands, but I try to give him every chance to respond to my other cues first. Every horse responds to training and riders differently. Moose and I have been together for 16 years and I have done all his training from day one myself. The way we respond to each other is different than how even my other horses respond to me. I say that to encourage you to underst
I am a big believer in taking things slow to allow horse and rider to process and progress at a steady rate that sets both up for success. I often tell my lesson students "you've got to be good going slow before you can go fast." I also believe in practicing what I preach, so today's video shows Moose and I doing our very first bareback and fully bridleless ride. I have been working with Moose for quite some time on building the foundation to achieve this. Since most of my saddle time with him is during lessons, I have to balance my work with Moose with instructing. You can see we definitely have a long way to go, but this was totally new territory for both of us so we took it slow!
Normally when I holler for the horses to come in they come at a sprint. Moonpie and Harley decided they were enjoying the beautiful weather and a leisurely stroll was more in order! At least they did come when called, just in their own time!
I've got to say I'm learning to really embrace these hyperlaspse videos because they give me an opportunity to share some of the behind the scenes stuff that takes too long for regular videos! Today's video features the cleaning process for Koda before a photo shoot. He was fairly clean today, but it still took just under 2 hours from start to finish! I use 2 different shampoos plus a conditioner in his mane and tail. As you can see he comes by the tolerance to toddlers naturally, as my daughter likes to help with whatever she's allowed! I share this to show what all goes on behind the scenes before you arrive for a photoshoot at MMS. While your time with Koda may only last a few minutes, he and I have easily spent half a day preparing for the event!
I will apologize in advance as I know this video is long.... but I just couldn't find a place to cut it! Koda and Trigger just make good entertainment! After the rains we got, our pond has refilled in the upper pasture. These two decided to take advantage of it before it dries up again. Maybe it's just me, but I can watch these two play all day. The fact that Trigger looks almost like Koda's mini-me just adds to the fun! Also to my lesson students who ask "what has he been doing to get so dirty?!" when they go to groom Koda. May I present exhibit A....
Tonight we have a fun video of Koda and Moose playing in the field! These two have played like this since Koda was just a baby. Even though Koda ended up outgrowing Moose by a few inches, you can see Moose still embraces the role of "big brother" and has to get in the last word.
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