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Jun 12, 2019 12:02:51   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Linda2 wrote:
Always enjoy your images of horses on this site, especially a great grandson of Secretariat!👍



I'm glad you enjoy horses, and it seems most people like seeing them even when they've never had much involvement. This horse has one of the nicest dispositions of any I've owned, and he's quite a character. I'd swear he has a sense of humor.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:04:16   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
dpshaffer wrote:
This is me many years ago with Secretariat.



Thanks for sharing this shot. I enjoyed seeing it. I recently watched his Belmont win (again). It was phenomenal.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:05:31   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
AzPicLady wrote:
I did that once. I loved the "under the belly" shots. Nicely done!



When you try to do anything more with hooves other than clean them, you develop a new appreciation for farriers.

Thanks for taking time for this post Cathy.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:06:04   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Earnest Botello wrote:
Very good series, Vicki.



I'm glad you enjoyed this group Earnest. Thanks for the visit and comment.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:08:55   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Bill_de wrote:
I've never been in that situation, but you made a wise choice!
Very interesting to see.

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I've learned to carry my camera and often carry a purse large enough for it. This was more fun than just hanging around, waiting until they finished. My horse was the last one they worked on and the only one in the group who got shoes. Each of the other horses had trims that only took 10-15 minutes.

Thanks for taking time to look and comment Bill. I appreciate it.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:10:02   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
rockdog wrote:
Nicely documented set Vicki. You have generated some interesting comments and some very pleasant memories. I don't think I knew you were living with royalty over there!



Thanks Phil. If this horse had liked to run in front, I wouldn't have been able to purchase him.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:12:15   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
NikonGal wrote:
Great series Vicki and a beautiful horse. Does he run like the wind when he's not smelling the roses I used to photograph at Pt Reyes when we lived in the Bay Area. Bev



Thanks for the visit NikonGal. This guy has plenty of get up and go, but he's generally pretty mellow.

Pt. Reyes is a great place to go for photo ops. The National Seashore is a treasure for landscape shots and wildlife.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:12:51   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Sylvias wrote:
Excellent and very interesting set Vicki, your horse is beautiful.



I'm glad you enjoyed this series Sylvia. Thanks for the visit and comments.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:14:31   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
jpgto wrote:
I'd have done the same thing, well done Vicki



It's a choice between standing around or taking shots. I was glad I had the camera with me to help pass the time.

Thanks for the kind reply Jeff. I appreciate it.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:15:23   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
srfmhg wrote:
Nice set Vicki.



Thanks Mark. Now that you've ridden, you probably have a new appreciation for what is involved with horses.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:16:36   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
aellman wrote:
If you review the shadow areas in these shots, you see how much fill flash would have helped. >Alan



Quite true. I was lucky to have a camera with me, something besides my cell phone. Unfortunately, the external flash was at home.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:23:54   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Oldman73 wrote:
Oh the memories.. I was a professional all breed farrier for 35 years in NY then VA, 1970-2005. It would appear that this is an in the field school. In PIC 7 with the young man kneeling down watching, he is in a great position to be "cow kicked" Wife and I raised and showed Clydesdales for years. Wife was also into hunters and jumpers with her Thoroughbred. Enjoy them while you can!


You are quite right. Many farriers start out with one of the various specialty schools in the state and then apprentice with a journeyman farrier.

The danger of being "cow kicked" was minimal for two reasons: he really wasn't close enough (the camera angle is deceptive), and this horse is not likely to kick. I think he had an accurate "read" on this horse. As you know, it's hard for a horse to kick when another foot is off the ground.

I bet your time with Clydesdales was gratifying. One of my favorite farriers did quite a bit of work on the draft breeds and had great stories including some related to shoeing competitions.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:30:44   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Bunko.T wrote:
It's a pretty flash outfit today, compared to the old farriers of yesteryear. I didn't have as flash a rig to travel around farms for field service on tractors.



It's almost a requirement here since most owners aren't willing to haul horses to have them shod. Some farriers have truck-mounted equipment while others, like this fellow who likes having his truck available for other things, have a trailer with their forge, anvil and other power tools. There are lots of big barns that require having farriers come on a regular basis. Little operations are not as cost effective in terms of driving time, and set up relative to the number of horses. Most farriers want to go to a barn where they'll be able to spend a full day or two.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:31:43   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Jim70 wrote:
nice horse!



Thanks for taking time to look and comment Jim. I'm glad you liked my horse.

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Jun 12, 2019 12:34:14   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Scruples wrote:
A great series! A light critique if I may. I would like to see the horse's face and know their name! Get some close ups of the farrier working the horseshoe. Even the tools laid down alongside the hoof is a great shot!

A farrier is a rare trade. They take great care of a horse's hoofs. Not only do they combine black smithing skills but they also have some knowledge about veterinary care. In all, a horse's hoofs are very important to the animal's ability for balancing and riding.
I hope I don't offend animal rights activists by writing this. I love going horseback riding since I was a child. My wife and children love horseback riding too. I will go horseback riding with reputable stables that take care of their horses. (And no, I won't put a saddle on my Labrador retriever and ride him.)
A great series! A light critique if I may. I woul... (show quote)


Thanks for the thoughtful reply Scruples. This thread has proved interesting since I didn't know there were so many UHH members who are or have been involved in this trade. I like your suggestions for additional shots, too.

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