Blue Diamond Arabians and Performance Horses

20/01/2024

Monte got a new blanket boy it sure fits nice no more sagging in the chest..

08/10/2023

Monte and I got a little round pen time I love this horse.

26/03/2023

I absolutely love this horse!!

22/08/2022

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27/07/2022

My beautiful boy love this guy!!

11/05/2022

Narz ready to be started under saddle.

24/01/2022

24/01/2022

11/01/2022

When I Am An Old Horsewoman
I shall wear turquoise and diamonds,
And a straw hat that doesn’t suit me
And I shall spend my social security on
white wine and carrots,
And sit in my alleyway of my barn.. And listen to my horses breathe.
I will sneak out in the middle of a summer night
And ride the old bay gelding,
Across the moonstruck meadow
If my old bones will allow
And when people come to call, I will smile and nod
As I walk past the gardens to the barn
and show instead the flowers growing
inside stalls fresh-lined with straw.
I will shovel and sweat and wear hay in my hair
as if it were a jewel
And I will be an embarrassment to ALL
Who will not yet have found the peace in being free
to have a horse as a best friend
A friend who waits at midnight hour
With muzzle and nicker and patient eyes
For the kind of woman I will be
When I am old.
-Author Unknown

03/01/2022

Monte is such a ham loves the camera.

15/12/2021

Alyssa and Thunder I think the bond is strong 🥰🥰

01/12/2021

Oh how I love this boy we had good ride Monte is such a sweet boy I'm so lucky to have him..

13/11/2021

Alyssa been doing more ba****ck with Thunder love watching their connection grow. We still have just a few slots open for riding lessons pm me for info..

31/10/2021

Alyssa and Lady our senior Arabian mare she's a great lesson and therapy horse. Seniors can teach so much!!

19/10/2021

Cass is really turning into a nice mare!

19/09/2021

We have just a few lesson spots available. Adults and children welcome. Come let us help you learn to become one with your horse! Need confidence we can help with that, fear of horses let us help ease those fears. Maybe you have always wanted to learn to ride well nows the time shoot me a message grab your slot. See you soon 🐎🐴

10/09/2021

Getting some work done on these two.

22/07/2021

Alyssa and American Anthem had a nice tiring ride today!

14/05/2021

Merlin getting started on some training!!

28/04/2021

I get a lot of people who claim they don't like Arabians until they start interacting or doing lessons with Arabians then they are hooked. They are such a wonderful breed!!

20/04/2021

Monte working on a little halter with Alyssa

08/03/2021

Pretty good read!

What can cause Laminitis/Founder in horses.
Mario our favorite farrier has been so kind to give us a GREAT perspective on this issue. Below is what he has written on it. You can also find this in our notes section as well (it is easier to read it there).

~kira~

I’ve been asked many times in my career as a farrier, “Mario, what causes laminitis/founder in a horse?”

Laminitis causes the breakdown of the internal supporting the structures (laminae) between the external hoof wall and the coffin bone inside the hoof. The laminae deteriorate when excess activation of enzymes known as Matrix Metalloproteinases (MMP's) cause the attachment of the laminar cells to break loose from their basement membrane. This results in the destruction of the normal blood supply to the laminae and causes severe pain to the horse.

Founder is the painful, crippling result of Laminitis in which the coffin bone within the foot "rotates" downward putting pressure on the sole of the foot, sometimes even puncturing it.

To put it simple, imagine having your finger nail being pulled back very slowly day by day until it is ripped off entirely.

So you ask what causes my hours to have laminitis? Well there are several issues that can cause a horse to founder. Multiple factors are thought to contribute to the development of horse laminitis. Many are related to diet and lifestyle, but breed can be a contributing factor as well.

Causes of Laminitis/Founder
* Health hoof
* Carbohydrate overload - over-eating of grain
* Consuming too much fast growing, lush grass in the spring and fall
* Retaining placenta infection that follows failure to expel the afterbirth within a few hours of foaling
* Mechanical damage to the feet from excessive concussion on hard surfaces
* Metabolic stress such as becoming overheated
* Ingestion of Black Walnut shavings
* Hormone related changes due to Cushings disease
* Drug induced Laminitis from using corticosteroids
* Any serious illness may lead to laminitis

Signs of Laminitis/Founder
* Rotated coffin bone
* Signs of this disease may vary greatly from quite subtle to very obvious.
* There may be shifting of weight from foot to foot.
* A slight stiffness of gait may be detected.
* The horse will not want to move, and often assumes the "founder stance", with all four feet forward of the normal position, head low and back arched.
* The horse may lie down and not want to get up.
* Sweating, shallow breathing and a fever are typical.
* The feet may be warm to the touch and usually a pulse can be detected on the back pastern, below the ankle.
* From one to all four feet may be involved; most commonly the two front feet are affected.

Unfortunately, when symptoms of Laminitis/Founder Syndrome are first noticed, the disease process may have already caused irreversible damage; therefore it is important to call your veterinarian immediately. The first 24 hours after onset may be critical to the outcome.

23/02/2021

Mahogany waiting on her supper.

13/01/2021

He was a beautiful horse one of my favorites.

Did you know? The stallion Khemosabi was one of the most beloved Arabian horses - ever! He was born on May 14, 1967. He was bred by Dr. Bert and Mrs. Ruth Husband of Whittier, California, His sire was Amerigo and his dam was Jurneeka, by Fadjur. In his lifetime, Khemosabi earned several National Championship titles including 1969 Canadian National Champion Stallion - he was just two-years-old! In 1971, he was named Canadian National Champion in Pleasure Driving. In 1972, he was named U.S. National Reserve Champion Stallion and finally, in 1973, he was named U.S. National Champion Stallion. Later, in 1976, he was named U.S. National Champion in Western Pleasure, as well as Canadian National Champion Stallion AND Canadian National Champion Western Pleasure. Throughout his lifetime, Khemosabi sired 1265 offspring and they produced 8785 grandchildren for the legendary stallion. Khemosabi is best known for establishing a classic Arabian look in his foals, many of which bore a remarkable resemblance with his rich dark bay color, four white socks, and very kind personality. If you own an Arabian horse related to Khemosabi, you own a living, breathing piece of Arabian horse history. If you own a descendant of Khemosabi, please like and share this and let's see how far this goes and how many people still love the remarkable stallion and legend of the breed! The Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries are dedicated to preserving and sharing Arabian horse history with the world. To learn more, visit the Galleries, located at the Kentucky Horse Park and the International Museum of the Horse in Lexington, Kentucky. Plan your visit today!

11/12/2020

Do you give your horse Banamine by injection into a muscle? Though it usually turns out fine, there is a risk of a devastating bacterial infection called clostridial myositis. The gas-producing bacteria thrive under the skin and cause swelling, pain, fever, sloughing of the skin, and sometimes death. If caught early, a veterinarian can perform a procedure called "fenestration," in which incisions are made to allow air into the skin. This helps kill the bacteria.

17/09/2020

Whats your discipline? I've enjoyed lots of these!!

24/08/2020

Great info