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| sick foal | 9/4/2008 |
Q: my MO. old mare was playing out side today and she started acting funny she wont eat and she keeps ...
A: I am not aware of any illness with these specific symptoms so I really do suggest you see a vet. If ...
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| showing | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I was wondering about mini trail classes. Obviously you cant ride them, so what kind of obstabcles ...
A: There are halters that are similar to quarterhorse show halters that some people use however the ...
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| showing | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I was wondering about mini trail classes. Obviously you cant ride them, so what kind of obstabcles ...
A: Good question-thanks. The one's I have seen and been involved with are similar to a "trail in hand" ...
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| keeping one | 8/9/2008 |
Q: could you tell me would it be cruel just to have one mini, i don't have room for two, i have two ...
A: No- I don't think it would be cruel. Many people have just one horse. Horses are herd animals but ...
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| mini horse wieght issue | 8/9/2008 |
Q: we have a mini stud about 1 1/2 years old. he constantly has his nose off in the grass. he has the ...
A: I believe "harmful lunging" that you are talking about with large horses is lunging on a lunge-line ...
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| mini horse wieght issue | 8/9/2008 |
Q: we have a mini stud about 1 1/2 years old. he constantly has his nose off in the grass. he has the ...
A: First off- he is getting way too much grass and you run the risk of founder as well as joint and ...
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| Minis | 8/9/2008 |
Q: There is nothing wrong with her feet as far as foundering or rot. She is laying down way too much ...
A: I think you should call your vet ASAP. It sounds to me as though she may have colic or some kind of ...
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| action | 8/6/2008 |
Q: my mini is usually full of energy and i went out to get her brought her is her sides look abnormally ...
A: Please call your vet immediately. I think you are probably right that it is colic. If not, and she ...
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| infection in mini mule | 8/1/2008 |
Q: We have a mini mule born July 12, 2008 and became ill about 10 days after her birth. She was very ...
A: I am so sorry. Please give the vet one more try (or a different vet). My baby who had the ...
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| mini | 8/1/2008 |
Q: what kind of mini's are there and what's the differences between the types? thanks Johnny
A: There really is only one miniature- just different types and sizes. Miniatures are horses under 38 ...
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| infection in mini mule | 7/31/2008 |
Q: We have a mini mule born July 12, 2008 and became ill about 10 days after her birth. She was very ...
A: I am so sorry about your little mule. There is nothing worse than a sick baby! We have had similar ...
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| foundering | 7/28/2008 |
Q: our mini is now in a large pasture .... lots of rich grass, etc. i'm worried about him ...
A: Great question! The grass issue is not as much of a problem now as it is in the Spring. You are ...
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| Need Help on my mini colt? | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I am 16y/o and I am in a wheel chair and I wanted to train my mini colt in halter classes and later ...
A: Regarding the training- I suggest you read my previous Q & A's to pick up some tips and consider ...
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| Miniature Horses | 7/26/2008 |
Q: Hey, I was just looking around and saw that you know about miniature horses. I just got my first ...
A: I think part of what you described is just her getting used to you regarding the food issue but you ...
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| Mini mare and colt | 7/25/2008 |
Q: We recently purchased a six year old mare with a 4 month old colt. She is still very skiddish, ...
A: How long have you had her? It does sound as if she has had something make her head-shy, possibly ...
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| Training | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I purchased a mini horse and he is 4 months old. I want to train him to be used as a therapy mini to ...
A: It probably depends on where you live to a certain extent. Here are 2 web sites that talk about it ...
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| Mare in heat | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 year old miniature mare. She is in heat and very moody. Is this normal? Also, I have ...
A: No way to know for sure, of course, but my guess is she has picked your daughter as she is the ...
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| Mare in heat | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 year old miniature mare. She is in heat and very moody. Is this normal? Also, I have ...
A: Mares can be moody, particularly when in season but also, just like people, they have different ...
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| hip popping | 7/19/2008 |
Q: Sometimes when my miniature horse tries to walk it seems like his hind legs or hip is popping and he ...
A: I checked my resources and haven't found anything related to hips that is common. It is possible ...
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| breaking a mini horse | 7/18/2008 |
Q: i got a mini for my daughter and she is kinda wild i guess she is not broke and the guy i got it ...
A: If she has those basics, you have a good start. I really think you can handle this, particularly if ...
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| breaking a mini horse | 7/18/2008 |
Q: i got a mini for my daughter and she is kinda wild i guess she is not broke and the guy i got it ...
A: As I see it, you have three choices. One is to have her professionally trained which honestly might ...
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| Help! | 7/17/2008 |
Q: Help! I am so worried about a minature horse! We think she accidentially swallowed a foam sticker ...
A: How long ago did this happen? I really doubt that anything serious will come of it. Just make sure ...
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| Miniature Horses | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I have a miniature horse mare who is 4 years old. She has been having diarrhea for the last week or ...
A: I hesitate to endorse one kind of feed over another. I did use Platform Miniature Horse Feed ...
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| Miniature Horses | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I have a miniature horse mare who is 4 years old. She has been having diarrhea for the last week or ...
A: Diarrhea in a horse can be one of the most frustrating and scary things to deal with as it is often ...
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| breed identification | 7/14/2008 |
Q: we've recently begun to wonder seriously about our little 4 yr. old horse's breed. We don't know if ...
A: There are tons of breeds of ponies, many who can have "mohawk-style" manes including some Icelandic ...
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| Minature horse training | 7/8/2008 |
Q: They have not been worked with much, but are still very sweet. I have had horses all my life but ...
A: The ones that I have known to have gone through training were ground driven (for bit purposes) and ...
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| Gestation Period of my Mini | 7/5/2008 |
Q: We purchased a mini last summer who was bred 7/3/07-7/10/07.A pregnancy test confirmed she was ...
A: It is not unusual for a mare to go even 12 months (particularly a maiden mare) however I do think ...
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| shows | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I was curious about miniature shows. Where can I show my mini at??? My daughters are i 4-H and 4-H ...
A: The American Miniature Horse Association has their rulebook available online- ...
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| mini horse driving | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 32 inch mini that I am breaking to drive. She does all groundwork well and is pulling a ...
A: I use a trainer to teach my minis to drive but I do know that a 32" mini is not that big and that ...
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| shows | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I was curious about miniature shows. Where can I show my mini at??? My daughters are i 4-H and 4-H ...
A: I don't know what state you are in but generally speaking the American Miniature Horse Registry ...
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| Mini Horses | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I bought my mini "Flare" 2 years ago pregnant and she apparently absorbed her baby early in the ...
A: Horses, including miniatures, can go a month or so over their "due date" as well as be early. If she ...
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| how much space needed | 6/19/2008 |
Q: We have a mini who has a stall and a paddack and 1/2 to live in. We are looking into a variance from ...
A: Minis don't require much space and because they are prone to over-eating and foundering less can be ...
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| My mini won't kee his fly mask on | 6/18/2008 |
Q: my 3 yr. old mini stud will not keep his fly mask on. Last summer we said if he didnt want it on we ...
A: I don't have any sure-fire solutions to this one but do have the problems with some of mine (big ...
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| head rubbing | 6/16/2008 |
Q: my name is Carmen. I got my first miniature horse about seven months ago. She seems to be doing very ...
A: In my experience, head rubbing or invasion of your space can be interpreted as a lack of respect. In ...
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| skin problem | 6/10/2008 |
Q: Been bathing her with medicated shampoo and put her on wheat germ oil.
A: Your best bet would be to consult a vet. It sounds as if it could be an allergy, lice or some kind ...
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| clipping a stallion | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a little miniature stallion, very small but quick and strong. I have a ...
A: There is no easy answer to this one. I have so been through this with more than one mini and yes, I ...
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| atitude change rapidly | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old mini mare. I've had her for about a year. She's always been a little timmid ...
A: OK- my thoughts are that you have a couple of dynamics at work here. First of all, in my experience ...
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| Geldings | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of building a herd of minis. I am not planning to show or breed, only looking ...
A: I am not concerned with the amount of land as they shouldn't have too much pasture anyway- hay and ...
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| Horses | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have a single mini cart but I have two minis. Where can I find a double mini horse cart?
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was out of the country. You can find wagons and coaches that ...
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| mini | 5/31/2008 |
Q: How long should a mini horse nurse? My book says 3 months, is that correct? When should I ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was out of the country. You can wean them pretty much anytime ...
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| my mini being pregnant | 5/29/2008 |
Q: i have a mini about 5 years old who may be pregnant but all tests come back negative. shes gotten to ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was out of the country. I guess it depends on the tests. ...
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| breeding minis | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 yr old mare that just had a foal in april. We brought over a stud and so far not so good. ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was out of the country. Once a mare delivers, she has a ...
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| mini horse books | 5/26/2008 |
Q: We are in the process of purchasing a mini. Do you have any suggestions on books for first time ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was out of the country. Good for you! I am the same way, ...
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| Getting mini to trust you | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I have 2 minis that are fine with you haltering them,brushing them,rubbing them etc. Someone gave me ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering- the storms here knocked out the internet! I think your best bet is ...
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| training a mini for pulling a cart | 5/7/2008 |
Q: i just got my first mini last sunday. i have been lunging him to get him in shape, i have horse but ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was out of the country. Welcome to the wonderful world of ...
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| Baby | 5/1/2008 |
Q: How many will a mini mare produce foals. We have a mare that just gave birth to her 16th colt in 16 ...
A: Wow- that may be a record. It is my understanding that when it comes to breeding, it is about the ...
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| mini mare losing weight | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I am trying to figure out why my 5 year old mini mare is looking so thin. She has a great appetite, ...
A: Every horse is different and has a different metabolism. She may just require more feed than the ...
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| plugged tear ducts | 4/24/2008 |
Q: The vet told me my 9 year old mare has plugged tear ducts. She talked about flushing them out by ...
A: I think a lot of us have this problem this time of year. I think it has to do with the pollen, etc. ...
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| Pregnant Mare Loosing Hair | 4/11/2008 |
Q: Toni, I have a 9 year old sorrel mare who is due to foal May 1st. She is pastured with her yearling ...
A: Without seeing her it would be hard to tell. It sounds to me like one of several possibilities: ...
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| rainrot | 4/7/2008 |
Q: i have got a 7hh miniture shetland. he was a rescue and we bought him a couple of weeks ago. since ...
A: I have had a lot of luck with a product called M-T-G you can get at most tack stores, Tractor ...
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| breeding miniature horses | 4/7/2008 |
Q: How old should a miniature horse be before breeding
A: Stallions are considered mature between 2 and 5 years old however they can get a mare pregnant by ...
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| Pregnant horse | 4/7/2008 |
Q: We just bought a 8 year old min. pony today for my little girl. The seller said she might be ...
A: I really feel that you probably need to check with a vet. My minis have always had huge stomachs ...
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| foaling | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I have a mare that I just purchased a month ago. I was told that she would foal in April. At 4 ...
A: How exciting! I wish I could tell you but I've been through this myself and the vets will tell you ...
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| minature breeding | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I just bought a minacture stud colt. I was wanting to breed him to a couple of my homazagous ...
A: I have never heard of anyone breeding a mini to a large horse. I have seen mini-pony mixes and of ...
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| full teaining for mini foal | 3/26/2008 |
Q: k but how do i get him to lift his feet and stand straight for the judge when i show him
A: Basically, training is just taking things a step at a time, repeating steps, rewarding the correct ...
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| Mini's and regular horses | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I have just got my first mini and I have 4 other regular size horses(3 mares and 1 gelding) and I ...
A: When I got my first mini I put him out with my other horses. They spent hours chasing him which ...
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| mini mare | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I baught a 5 year old mini mare that was run threw a auction her age was the oly information I was ...
A: I have one that I did a pregnancy test on (blood test purchased online, but you have to know the ...
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| diarrhea in mini horse | 3/1/2008 |
Q: We have a 4 yr. old mini mare who may be pregnant (the ultrasounds have been inconclusive). Over ...
A: I have heard as many answers to that as there are experts. They vary from what your dad says to ...
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| diarrhea in mini horse | 2/28/2008 |
Q: We have a 4 yr. old mini mare who may be pregnant (the ultrasounds have been inconclusive). Over ...
A: A few months ago we had a similar problem with a couple of mini weanlings. It can be caused by so ...
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| Feed | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I have two small mares and a stud. I have the two mares bred and they should foal late spring. I am ...
A: Platform makes a good mini feed. I have used it in the past. The trace mineral block should have ...
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| bad tempered gelding | 2/20/2008 |
Q: please could you tell me why me gelding turns his back on me and puts his ears flat to his head, ...
A: It sounds to me as though your gelding does not respect you, perhaps from too much love and praise. ...
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| trailers | 2/17/2008 |
Q: I am looking to buy my first mini and i am wondering what size trailer to use, or what is another ...
A: I know it seems like overkill but since I have "both" size horses, I use my big horse trailer. If ...
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| mini horse | 2/14/2008 |
Q: Can you use peat moss instead of straw/shavings for bedding?
A: I have never heard of using peat moss. My main concern would be the potential for respiratory ...
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| Showing | 2/10/2008 |
Q: What does it take to get a mini ready for a showmanship or halter class? I have shown quarter horses ...
A: It kind of depends on the level of showing. The halters and tack are more like Arabians. The bad ...
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| breeding | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I have a mini 9 year old mare, that foaled last june 2007. She had a colt. They are still together ...
A: Is he weaned? Are you planning on gelding him? Generally, male horses reach sexual maturity about ...
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| Shelter for Minis | 2/7/2008 |
Q: It is necessary to have a shelter available to miniatures? I live in northern Virginia where it ...
A: I do think minis should have shelter but it doesn't have to be fancy. Basically they just need a ...
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| more than one mini? | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I understand that miniature horses are best kept with other miniatures, but is this really ...
A: Bottom line is that horses are herd animals. I firmly believe they need company. Whether you are ...
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| miniature horse kicking | 2/6/2008 |
Q: We are first time horse owners for the last 6 months and currently have one miniature horse who will ...
A: You are very welcome. As usual, your instincts are exactly right. My weanling quarter horse colt ...
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| miniature horse kicking | 2/6/2008 |
Q: We are first time horse owners for the last 6 months and currently have one miniature horse who will ...
A: I think you are right on both counts- horses are herd animals and really like and need company, even ...
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| miniature donkey | 2/4/2008 |
Q: My miniature donkey seems to be losing his hair in big patches. It is too early and too cold for ...
A: I really don't know as much abut miniature donkeys as horses but several things come to mind. ...
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| Shetland Pony | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I am just researhing Shetland ponies right now, but I can't seem to find that much. I was just ...
A: In all honesty, I have limited knowledge of Shetland ponies as a specific breed although I did have ...
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| Fencing | 1/28/2008 |
Q: What is the safest type of fencing to use for mini horses? I
A: I use fencing that is called "goat fencing." It is about 4-5 ft. tall and is a wire mesh made up of ...
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| 11 yr old horse | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I know you ar enot here to see the 2 horses Iamtalking about but Ineeded someone else opion. We ...
A: All things being equal conformation and health-wise, I would opt for the 11YO. Minis can live to be ...
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| Nipping | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a miniature horse and our goal was to bring her into children's hospitals to be ...
A: You will probably find as many answers to this question as there are trainers. Most agree that ...
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| mini temperment | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I just got a our first horse 2 weeks ago. He was great at first letting us lead, pick his hooves, ...
A: A couple of things come to mind. If his attitude is periodic or sporadic, he could have other ...
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| ? about mini horses | 1/13/2008 |
Q: we have a stallion and a pregnent mare and we have them in a large pen but its split up so they are ...
A: If it ain't broke- don't fix it. I wouldn't ever put pregnant mares in with a stallion. In fact, I ...
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| Training a foal to lead | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old colt foal who is doing very well considering he's my first. I'm a novice at ...
A: First of all, at 3 months, your training sessions should be short. Babies have very short attention ...
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| Driving | 12/21/2007 |
Q: First off, thank you for your last answer to my question, but another has come up and I would like ...
A: This is one of those that's really hard to diagnose without seeing the horse and the harness. Have ...
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| Miniature Horse shows | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I have a miniature horse that I would really like to show in the spring. I have started him driving ...
A: This is one of those questions that kind of depends on where you are showing. My daughter and I show ...
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| how should i go about breaking him in ???? | 12/11/2007 |
Q: .. i was wondering how to go about breaking my mini in for a small child ..My mini a 4 yr old ...
A: Unfortunately there are really no short-cuts to "starting" any horse. Horses of any size take a lot ...
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| My guy is starting to kick me | 12/7/2007 |
Q: We're first time horse (of any size) owners. We have a mini guy who is 10 months old. We've had him ...
A: That is a problem which you need to correct as soon as possible. I haven't had a mini that did that ...
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| my mini | 12/6/2007 |
Q: i have just purchased a miniature yearling colt and was thinking of doing show hunter with him. i no ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question- for some reason it didn't come through. There are ...
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| how to figure out size and weight | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I have a mini that is anywhere from 36 to 40 inches I don't know how to tell her exact hight. Is ...
A: You measure a mini much the same as you measure a large horse and there are measuring sticks made ...
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| Miniature Horses | 12/1/2007 |
Q: How much hay would you recommend feeding a 155 lb miniature horse? We live in Michigan so there ...
A: A lot depends on the quality of your hay. Minis need better hay than big horses. I recommend about ...
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| mini horses | 11/29/2007 |
Q: But how can I train him? ANSWER: Hi Isabela- Thanks for your question. A mini that young really ...
A: I found one for $12.95 @ Ozark Mtn- http://www.minitack.com/wPSC.htm (just cut and paste this link). ...
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| mini horses | 11/25/2007 |
Q: But how can I train him? ANSWER: Hi Isabela- Thanks for your question. A mini that young really ...
A: This is a little harder without showing you in person. I assume you are using a regular halter when ...
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| mini horses | 11/22/2007 |
Q: But how can I train him?
A: A mini that young really needs more handling than training. You should work with him just a short ...
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| mini donkey to horse breeding | 11/11/2007 |
Q: i have a mediterranean stud donkey that is about 1 year and 4 months old and i have a miniature mare ...
A: I will be perfectly honest and tell you that I have only researched mini donkeys and mules. I have ...
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| breeding minis | 11/6/2007 |
Q: I am new to owing minis, but I love my little stallion. I am getting a mare now. My question is, how ...
A: Generally, it is not a good idea to keep them together. Is there any way you could run a partition ...
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| Need info about minis | 11/1/2007 |
Q: How many horse can I have on a half an acer. Need lot of info about minis and mini mares. ANSWER: ...
A: In the shows that I have been involved in, halter class is primarily leading a well-groomed (and ...
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| Need info about minis | 11/1/2007 |
Q: How many horse can I have on a half an acer. Need lot of info about minis and mini mares.
A: I personally wouldn't have more than 2 on a half acre (I would say one but it is absolutely best for ...
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| Need help to learn more about minis | 11/1/2007 |
Q: #1. Do you know ant thing about hand breeding minis to a 28" stud up to a 33" mare can you help me. ...
A: I think I just answered another question from you with some ideas on getting general mini ...
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| mini care | 11/1/2007 |
Q: We have 2 minis - and I was wondering what is the best kind of bedding to use in the barn? If I use ...
A: Good question! I do not recommend using straw for bedding for the reason you mentioned, plus it's ...
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| Breeding | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I have a young colt 7mos and was wondering at what age could he impregnate his sisters who are both ...
A: Miniature horses mature sexually about the same as full-size horses, generally at 1-2 years, most at ...
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| care of a miniature horse | 10/27/2007 |
Q: What is the smallest amount of space you can keep a miniature horse on? And how much food do they ...
A: This is from the webpage for the Virginia Miniature Horse Club- A gentle, affectionate breed, the ...
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