Just another day at the barn, you know, with horses and deer! I didn't actually see the deer, but I was out walking Izzy on a trail and saw the footprints. Fun times. Tomorrow is the big day. We re-evaluate Izzy's soundness level and behave accordingly. I'm crossing everything I have right now... She's been looking really solid at the walk and moving forward nicely, so I hope that she gets to go back to regular turnout and at least light work under saddle.
Also, a funny story to share: Izzy's former farrier and I had some ideological disagreements, which resulted in him trimming her hooves and putting on one shoe, then us deciding he was done working on her. I offered to pay him the value of his work so far, but he declined. The new farrier came out and put the other shoe on her. He charged me $25.
Yes folks, I just got front shoes and a trim for $25. Beat that.
crossing fingers and toes and eyes, and everything!
ReplyDeleteCrossing everything here too! And you are a total Goofball with your comment on my blog. I am a huge fan and who are you kidding, I know you have a Superwoman cape too!
ReplyDeleteI am so curious to know more about your ideological disagreement with the farrier! Best wishes for Izzy's eval tomorrow. =)
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteOh yes do tell more about the ideological disagreement! :) Also hoping Izzy behaves herself and can get her turnout back.
ReplyDeleteWishing you both well.
ReplyDeleteNope, can't beat $25. Hope the shoes match. I'd hate to think of Izzy in one fashion style on the right and another on the left. *G*
Nice!
ReplyDeleteWow. That's impressive! I hope Izzy looks fine tomorrow. :)
ReplyDeleteGood on you for doing what's right for your pony. Good farriers that you can trust are worth their weight in gold... I hope this next one fills the bill!
ReplyDeleteI know I sure as hell miss the farriers that knew what they were doing. It's really a crapshoot in my area anymore :(
Fingers crossed for you and Izzy! That's the story of the week, maybe even the month! Very impressive!
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed!!
ReplyDeleteAnd shoes for $25. That's the horse equivalent to winning the lottery!
Good for you for sticking up for your girl. Whatever the disagreement was, I hope the new farrier is more on the same page with you.
ReplyDeleteFingers duly crossed!
ReplyDeleteWay to go on the farrier discount lol. And you go girl for sticking up for Izzy instead of just letting him finish the job. :)
ReplyDeleteKeeping my fingers crossed for her!