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The Old Gray Mare's latest writings
A Mother’s Pride and Favorite Person
It just hit me! Why have I been struggling with this writing assignment anyway? I have many people from which I can choose a favorite but, when all is said and done, I have one undeniably favorite person of all. He is my best production, the finest of me and his father and his ancestors – he is my son Mitchell. Certainly I have other beloved favorite people in my life including... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 196 days 22 hours ago.)
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It just hit me! Why have I been struggling with this writing assignment anyway? I have many people from which I can choose a favorite but, when all is said and done, I have one undeniably favorite person of all. He is my best production, the finest of me and his father and his ancestors – he is my son Mitchell. Certainly I have other beloved favorite people in my life including... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 196 days 22 hours ago.)
Seeking Information About Saddlebred and Need Your Help
We know next to nothing about our horse. Sadly, we know very little about his background and breeding, and would appreciate any help readers can offer. A private party rescued him out of a paddock where several Percherons were ganging up on him, and had him down and nearly out. She sold him to us and he’s been with us ever since. Patrick was a teenager when he... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 100 days 3 hours ago.)
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We know next to nothing about our horse. Sadly, we know very little about his background and breeding, and would appreciate any help readers can offer. A private party rescued him out of a paddock where several Percherons were ganging up on him, and had him down and nearly out. She sold him to us and he’s been with us ever since. Patrick was a teenager when he... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 100 days 3 hours ago.)
Horses Are Again On Menu - These People Helped Make It Happen
With everything that I am learning about the “dirty little secret” of horse slaughter in the USA, I searched out those in Congress who had been most active and had bloody hands – going against existing legislation, working hard to reverse the efforts already accomplished by horse people and the public, and disregarding the known wishes of at... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 104 days 17 hours ago.)
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With everything that I am learning about the “dirty little secret” of horse slaughter in the USA, I searched out those in Congress who had been most active and had bloody hands – going against existing legislation, working hard to reverse the efforts already accomplished by horse people and the public, and disregarding the known wishes of at... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 104 days 17 hours ago.)
President Obama signed the Appropriations Bill that reinstates horse slaughter in USA
Horse slaughter is now legal again, within the borders of the United States. President Obama lifted the several years’ ban when he signed horsemeat processing for human consumption back into law on November 18, 2011. This signature officially permits the on-American-soil killing of our horses so that the slaughtering plants can... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 105 days ago.)
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Horse slaughter is now legal again, within the borders of the United States. President Obama lifted the several years’ ban when he signed horsemeat processing for human consumption back into law on November 18, 2011. This signature officially permits the on-American-soil killing of our horses so that the slaughtering plants can... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 105 days ago.)
Horse partner Roxy of famed Stacy Westfall is dead
This is the final story of a beautiful Quarter Horse Mare who rocketed into the public eye together with her human partner, Stacy Westfall. Among her other stories, this mare lays claim to being ridden bareback and without a bridle as she performed in unison with Westfall like poetry in motion. We all knew her as Roxy; her registered name was Whizards Baby Doll. The Grim... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 105 days 22 hours ago.)
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This is the final story of a beautiful Quarter Horse Mare who rocketed into the public eye together with her human partner, Stacy Westfall. Among her other stories, this mare lays claim to being ridden bareback and without a bridle as she performed in unison with Westfall like poetry in motion. We all knew her as Roxy; her registered name was Whizards Baby Doll. The Grim... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 105 days 22 hours ago.)
The true-life story of Neville Bardos, a miracle horse
Some have called him a miracle horse. Neville Bardos is an Australian-born thoroughbred, 13 years old, who was once destined for the slaughter house. He narrowly escaped that horror, and had yet another near-death experience in a serious barn fire that he also survived. Neville had an appointment to be slaughtered. Originally determined to be a failure, this... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 130 days 5 hours ago.)
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Some have called him a miracle horse. Neville Bardos is an Australian-born thoroughbred, 13 years old, who was once destined for the slaughter house. He narrowly escaped that horror, and had yet another near-death experience in a serious barn fire that he also survived. Neville had an appointment to be slaughtered. Originally determined to be a failure, this... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 130 days 5 hours ago.)
Hello Kitty – Let Me Introduce Your New Friends
It can sometimes be easier to bring a cat or kitten home to a house that does not have pets. Your scenario is different - Your house already has a dog and another cat. Perhaps Kitty, your newest household member, is not used to being around other pets. Likewise your family’s pets will also feel strange and stressed by the newest member. The most important thing to remember is to make the... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 132 days 1 hour ago.)
It can sometimes be easier to bring a cat or kitten home to a house that does not have pets. Your scenario is different - Your house already has a dog and another cat. Perhaps Kitty, your newest household member, is not used to being around other pets. Likewise your family’s pets will also feel strange and stressed by the newest member. The most important thing to remember is to make the... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 132 days 1 hour ago.)
Avoid Falling Off Your Horse and Prevent Painful Injuries
Impromptu dismounts are sometimes inevitable. Old Timers in the horse business will tell you, “You can’t ride, or ride well, until you have fallen off a horse!” Well, I’m not sure a fall makes a horseman but I am sure that it reinforces the desire to ride. Riders will hear this refrain if they fall off. The fall will certainly indoctrinate a... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 132 days 2 hours ago.)
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Impromptu dismounts are sometimes inevitable. Old Timers in the horse business will tell you, “You can’t ride, or ride well, until you have fallen off a horse!” Well, I’m not sure a fall makes a horseman but I am sure that it reinforces the desire to ride. Riders will hear this refrain if they fall off. The fall will certainly indoctrinate a... (posted by The Old Gray Mare 132 days 2 hours ago.)
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