Nash is a tough character to figure out. He greets us when we approach the barn, and he seems very interested in getting your attention. Turned loose, he’ll follow us as often as not. But, approach his stall and attempt to pet him and it’s the old coy treatment. “No carrot? No pets!” his expression seems to … More App-aloof-sa
Nash is that special blend of crotchety and loveable that seems to be characteristic of old Appaloosa gentlemen. There are days when he can literally sap the energy out of you, and he’s not crazy about working – but when he’s not working he gets depressed and even crankier. He came to us when he … More Nash brings balance
Just a quick update on Nash. Wednesday was the trip to the veterinary ophthalmologist. The last time that Nash left home it was to get a definitive diagnosis on his pelvic fracture, two years ago. On that visit, he was a bit of a handful – prancing around as if he were a stallion looking … More The eye has it
If you read my previous post about Nash, you’ll know that he’s coming off of more than a year long layoff, and I’m trying to get back to riding my old master. My first abortive attempt at riding him was cut short by an unusual incident of rearing. Sensitive to all of the health issues … More Even The Vet Said “Wallop Him!”
Horse Crazy Once Again 