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Re: [RC] So if I wanted an endurance Arab, how would I find outmore? - Jennifer FleetJust wanted to mention that a lot of the Arabians that appear spooky and high strung, and therefore not suitable for many miles on the trail, may be in fact, perfect for endurance. A lot of the crazy-looking ones are just so because they are standing around in show barns and not being used to their full potential and are not getting the trail exposure they need. It is amazing how wet saddle blankets and trail experience can change a horse's outlook and behavior. Not saying it's true 100% of the time, but in many cases it is. Jennifer -----Original Message----- From: Jennifer Adam <jatatahoe1@xxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: May 31, 2006 8:24 PM To: ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [RC] So if I wanted an endurance Arab, how would I find out more?Bruce Weary wrote:We're looking for an Arab this time. I may be a slow learner, but I ain't stupid, ya know. Dr Q, world renowned, but intellectually challenged Okay, I'm not saying that anyone has managed to change my mind about my mustang's potential for endurance, but I ain't stupid either and it is clear that Arabs do have certain advantages over most other horses. I actually looked at getting an Arab before I fell in love with my mustang, and I have to say I was disappointed by what I found in my area. Obviously I need to know more! Most of the Arabs in my area are of the glitzy, sissy show type. Beautiful - but far too silly to ride on a long trail, IMHO. I talked to different breeders and told them what I was looking for - I told them I had always heard Arabs were high strung, and they all told me that really they're just sensitive. Perfect! I love sensitive horses with a lot of spirit - as long as they're smart too. I mean, a horse on a long trail needs to have a certain amount of common sense, I don't care how great his cannon bones or recovery times are! But the prospects I looked at were ridiculously spooky, had bad attitudes, or had problems that made them unsuitable for sports. (One I remember had already had several bouts with ulcers and colic and he was only 5). But a good friend of mine has a 13 year old grade Arabian who is just the coolest thing on four legs - he goes anywhere at any speed and recovers in a blink, plus he's friendly and doesn't act goosy on the trail. I would love an Arab like him! I know training has a lot to do with it - but a horse that spooks at the sound of its own fart (true story) is not a good candidate for the trail! So - can anyone tell me where to go to find out information about endurance Arabs? Bloodlines, etc? And - sorry to admit this, folks - but I don't know the difference between terms like "Egyptian bred Arabs" and "Shagya Arabs" and I don't know who Crabbet was (I can imagine the collective gasp of dismay from all you Arab owners out there). I already visited the AHA web site and I've ordered the owner's guide and all that. Where esle do I look for some education?? Jen (who loves all horses, but especially three mustangs, a fat Paint, and my mother's Saddlebred - and who might - just might - someday have room to love an Arab too) <G> _________________________________________________________________ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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