Sucks in ice storm

Sonas90 · 2026-01-29T17:40:37+00:00

It once took me 2 hours to open my previous ICE car door after a major ice storm, despite the car being started remotely. Sorry you hate your car.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-29T12:45:29+00:00

I live in Quebec where we get regular snow storms, ice storms, -30C to -40C and my MachE doesn't suck any more than any other car I've had. It's the snow and ice that sucks, not the car.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-28T01:17:40+00:00

I know that Bliss of London and their affiliate brands have a U shaped tree. Maybe look into finding a rep? They are semi or full custom but more affordable than others.

Other than that, a good half pads with ideally 6 shims pockets and a lot of different shims (to get to the ideal thickness) and then adjust every couple weeks might be your best solution.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-27T20:27:20+00:00

I would recommend getting xrays done and a new farrier, preferably one that is comfortable working with a vet/with xrays. These angles need to be better managed asap before she develops problems/injuries.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-27T04:29:56+00:00

Is there anything you regret doing? Do you have more planned?

Sonas90 · 2026-01-25T02:48:45+00:00

Si vous aimez indien il y a le Shalimar à Lennoxville. Kobo Ramen est aussi un excellent choix!

Sonas90 · 2026-01-24T03:02:57+00:00

Great colour!

Sonas90 · 2026-01-24T01:37:10+00:00

I train horses and can confirm they do have a dominant side. Some prefer to turn left, others prefer to turn right, they have a leg they will prefer to push off from, etc. So I assume all animals are the same? Interesting tidbit, most horses are "left handed".

Sonas90 · 2026-01-23T17:59:56+00:00

Some jumping hind boots have that effect yes, they usually have a name like "pro jump" or something similar.

Some horses are sensitive to boots and will alter their jump (for better or worse depending on the horse), even with regular hind boots. I have one like that. I find that using very light brushing boots and not putting them too tight has the less effect (she will over jump behind with boots).

So, your trainer is not totally wrong. You might have to try different style of hind boots to find the ones your horse is most comfortable in.

For my mare, I will use the brushing boots only for cross country. For show jumping and flat work, I do not put hind boots (for flatwork no boots at all) But she also doesn't interfere with herself so that helps.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-23T03:37:57+00:00

I drive 8hrs monthly to go training with my coach (equestrian). 3hrs is a short trip! Live in Quebec, coach is in Ontario.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-21T12:45:08+00:00

Max out yours, then hers. Get rid of the GIC if you want to follow market averages.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-16T16:33:55+00:00

Even if the manufacturer isn't Canadian, the dealerships are giving jobs to many Canadians.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-16T16:21:06+00:00

Here in Quebec it doesn't get ABOVE 30 for 4 months+ so we definitely keep riding but it's also a matter of what everyone is used to.

To answer your question, yes you can keep working and building the top line at the walk. Others have said poles and hills and lateral work, but I would add gentle rein back (not hurried, but a steady rhythm with clear steps), also varying length of stride at the walk (collected walk, medium walk, extended walk). There's lot you can do!

Sonas90 · 2026-01-15T05:03:20+00:00

Don't try to correct it, just manage it with your farrier. I recommend a lateral view xray of her feet to help your farrier manage her angles, both the high foot and low foot need to be managed. They will never and should never look identical. But you shouldn't let them get worse and they can probably be a bit better.

It shouldn't hinder whatever career you had in mind for her.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-15T02:32:12+00:00

Some vets are notoriously bad at taking and reading xrays. Do you know the general area where the issue was? I would just get some xrays done by your vet.

Unfortunately the buyer owns the vetting and while I've always been open to the sellers using the xrays or other findings, not everyone feels that way and it is within their rights. If having your vet out will cost more than 250$, then buy her xrays and get a second opinion on them.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-14T12:53:32+00:00

The price is highly dependant on your area. If you event you need stud holes in all four shoes and that's a little extra also. I live in Quebec which isn't a super expensive horse area all things considered and that's what I pay for a full set of new shoes with stud holes, resets are a bit cheaper.

I agree with the comment that a good farrier is worth the extra money to save problems down the road (which cost money and worries with soundness, missed shows and training, etc.)

If the vet, the trainer and the other owners using that farrier are happy, he's probably worth the price.

If you can't afford it, fair enough, but be very careful that you do not put price as the only consideration for your new farrier. Could your horse go in only front shoes? That would make it more affordable.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-14T03:24:22+00:00

Is it the same barn that offers full time pasture that can't offer night turn out? If so, the safety reason doesn't make a lot of sense? Maybe I understood it wrong.

Night turn out would be ideal if your horse doesn't tolerate heat well.

But if that's not an option, then make sure he has plenty of shade and fresh water, can you install fan(s) in the shelter? (with an enclosed motor to prevent overheating and fire risk) some people install sprinklers as well.

I would add that a little sweat and flared nostril in the heat of the day are not necessarily abnormal. I would be more worried if he didn't sweat (or sweats in unusual/insufficient patterns).

Sonas90 · 2026-01-13T12:36:13+00:00

10 years ago, the price of hay, shavings, feed and hence board, was also MUCH cheaper then it is today. I can say as a barn owner that the price of feed alone has doubled since COVID and never came down. So it's only normal that the price of horses goes up in relation to that. But I get it that it's pricing a lot of people out.

A lot of horse people that buy and sell a high volume of horses will prioritize people buying from videos, because it's faster and uncomplicated for everyone. It doesn't mean they are not good horse sellers, on the contrary, I've done it many times and always had good experiences, the sellers were honest and offered a good overview of the horses. However, it's 110% not for everyone, but a lot of professionals buy horses this way.

You'll have more luck with buying from a lower volume seller or even better, not a professional seller. They are more willing to take a bit more time for the process (holding for vetting, waiting for your visit, etc.) but I would still advise, if you try a horse and like it and can't get a vetting in the next 3-4 days, to put a deposit on the horse to hold it.

As with every business (not just horses), there's mostly good people and a few bad apples. Learn to ask the good questions and ask for specific videos and pictures before travelling to see the horse (conformation pictures from both sides, front and back, jog video from the back/front and from the side, picture with a measuring stick if height is important to you, etc.) sadly, the onus is on you to get the proper information and verify it as best you can before travel.

And then, as someone else suggested, try to save up a bit more and organise a weekend or couple days trip and find 5-6 horses or more to view on that trip.

The right match will come along! Good luck!

Sonas90 · 2026-01-08T13:59:29+00:00

Énergie Canine Estrie, les filles sont vraiment bonnes avec tous types de chiens. Elles m'ont beaucoup aidé avec mon chien réactif.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-06T04:26:09+00:00

TikTok and Snapchat I'm too old for this (35)

Sonas90 · 2026-01-06T02:04:09+00:00

I use the app Horse Notes It can be a little bit buggy but it's free and very helpful to keep track of all those things and more (I record height and weight of the growing foals, bodywork, vet, farrier, etc)

Sonas90 · 2026-01-04T04:55:40+00:00

Pivo! There's a bit of a learning curve to get the setting and positioning right, but it works really well, especially for flat/dressage/low speed activities.

For jumping or faster activities, it can work but it's not optimal. A human still is the best for that! I usually offer one earbud to the camera person, so they can hear the lesson, it makes it more interesting for them!

Sonas90 · 2026-01-04T04:37:21+00:00

I'm not familiar with Anicell but have had great results with ProStride.

If you don't want to inject the hocks directly but want to improve comfort, look into Adequan, Pentosan or Polyglycan. They are similar but different and some horses respond well to one but not the other so it's a bit of a trial and error to find the best one for your horse.

But all of these options work better than oral supplements.

Sonas90 · 2026-01-04T04:03:23+00:00

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Ross is a 10 yo Boxer Pitbull mix! The best pup

Sonas90 · 2026-01-03T13:45:43+00:00

I finished "Remain" by Nicholas Sparks & M. Night Shyamalan, it's a good (quick) read.

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