GW - don’t forget the prolific Dartmoor pony breeder - still breeding and selling. Remember the colt foal that they thought was a carcass until they saw an eyelid blink? Cruelty doesn’t seem to be restricted to breed. I don’t know how anyone can buy a Dartmoor from said breeder - I wouldn’t want...
What a lovely little set up! I have mud control mats but do use a lot of sand. I bought a few ton bags to top up this year - it is a decent size loafing area though and not a pathway. Ponies are also small and unshod.
Just more examples of our throw away society as people move onto the next thing. No sense of responsibility. My little herd was well thought out beforehand and I knew I was going to have years of responsibility - and yes that means missing out on things like holidays and even days out - there is...
There was an extremely well bred Dartmoor yearling - I dread to think where it is now - if it’s not gone to the meat man, then it will be on probably it’s third home in it’s short life. Also saw a thoroughbred by Dubai - such a shame. It makes me feel sick.
I wish I hadn’t opened this thread ☹️. I find horse sales one of the most depressing things on this planet. I look at my little herd and think how lucky they are- one is 21 years old and I’ve had her since she was 4. My other mare is 23 and my babies are 15,16 and 17. I would hate to see them in...
Yes mine too - for about the last 10 days. I am in denial! Can’t say I blame them as it’s been quite chilly for about a month- last night was 7 degrees!
So very sorry for your double loss - it is truly heartbreaking. My eyes are leaking terribly as I type this. What wonderful lives they had - I loved your photos when you posted them. Not many horses get to stay with the same owner for so long - you gave him a wonderful life.