Farnaharpy Stables

2009-07-05T09:16:00.000-07:00

Me on April Fools Day!!

2009-04-14T13:05:00.000-07:00

Sparky

2009-02-13T11:04:00.000-08:00

The Hunt

2009-01-25T11:55:00.000-08:00

He was fine thankfully(Magic,I mean).I brought Spotty to a Hunt yesterday.It was Brill.We crossed a small wall and a really deep river.My feet got soaked but I didnt really mind.Thankfully I had a dry pair of socks in the lorry.I just excersised Flash gently for 15 minutes today.BYE!!!

Uh Oh!!

2009-01-15T06:09:00.000-08:00

Sparky has cut his leg and he is very tender on it.We got Bute from the vet and we put Savlon on it.Hopefully it will be ok for my next lesson.Magic is going to his first lesson tomorrow.I hope he doesnt react too much to being around other ponies.I hope to ride him this evening.I am typing this on the school computer!!!

The Logo I made

2009-01-10T06:18:00.001-08:00

Farnaharpy Stables
Success and Pleasure

Jumping with Clem

2009-01-09T12:58:00.000-08:00

I went to lesson with Clem Mc Mahon today.Despite it being a jumping lesson we did almost all flatwork which just goes to show that it is not all about jumping.At the end he put up a fence and we had to try and get the right stride.I did a couple of times anyway.There is so much jumping we have to go back tomorrow to jump again.Whoops!I forgot to say I took Sparky.He was quite good.After tomorrow he will be getting a week or ten days off jumping.Shows are not back on for a while so I have plenty of time to school Magic.Which is good as I'm still only getting to know him.

Colds and Flu

2009-01-07T12:56:00.000-08:00

I rode Sparky today and did loads of poles and trotting.Its not all about cantering you know!!It got dark very quickly but that was ok "cause I wasnt jumping.Here is a tip for you.In winter ponies get colds at least once.Heres a few tips on how to prevent it.
1.Each pony should have there own bucket so that the flu wont spread as easily.also wash the buckets carefully at least once a week.It can be fun making nametags for all the buckets!!Make sure they're tough and water proof.
2.Ring your vet ant get at least three packets of anti-flu powder.That way the flu wont develop as much and will be easier to get rid of.
3At all times your pony should have at least one good rug on and if he lives out it should be water-proof
4After exercise or sweating rug your pony up quickly and dont let him get cold.Also garlic in his feed helps his lungs to fight it off
5Warm up and cool down your pony properly
6If you can ,dont share equitment like bridles,buckets...
7Most importantly if your pony is sick call the vet for proffessional advice
8ponies love a hot bran mash and it boosts their immune system!!

Quirkey Niall

2009-01-03T13:11:00.000-08:00

Today I had a flat work lesson with Niall Quirke,who trains the army.I brought Sparky and he was very good.We had to do loads of circles , bending and flexing which is very important for jumping.It was for 40Min's and I really enjoyed it.Normally Sparky is very strong but for some reason today he was very relaxed.I was a bit nervous but he was a complete angel.Next Friday and Saturday(it is spread over two days)I am having a jumping lesson with Clem Mc Mahon.I am taking Sparky and I am really looking forward to it.Clodagh did the flat work lesson with me on her pony Speedy and she will probably be doing the jumping with me although this time there will be four people in it.I rode Magic afterwards.His jumping is really coming on.Sorry I didn't Post yesterday.Just so you know I rode the two ponies yesterday as well.

Masta Rug Competition

2009-01-01T11:22:00.000-08:00

I have entered a competition to win four masta rugs .Two are indoor rugs and two are outdoor rugs.Sadly you cannot send post today but I am hoping that if I send them tomorrow it will be in time to win.I am officially out of 12.2hh.I rode Magic today and he was wonderful, snapping his legs up at every jump.Such a fickle little chap.I rode Sparky as well but I just did flat work with him.That reminds me I have a flat work lesson on Saturday.All our numnahs have been washed and cleaned so I am just using the one to try and keep the rest of them clean.Our tack room got a serious make-over recently so it has in inspired me to keep things tidy.

Happy New Year

2009-01-01T10:48:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!! This year everybody is making resolutions to tack clean(yeah right)keep the stable mucked out at all times(thats gonna last about...maybe 2 minutes?!) and to clear out the lorry more often(old habits are hard to break you know?!).Still I am trying to be positive.I am really going to try to ride Magic and Sparky at least three times during the week, not including the show.Of course weather is a problem when you dont have an indoor arena but anyway a little rain never hurt anyone(unless your trying to ride and its pelting hailstones!!).If you have any tips for me please leave them in comments as well as your e-mail and I will reply to you.

2008-12-31T11:49:00.000-08:00

Someone has to cause mischief round the stables and in this case we have more than one suspect.Suspect number one is Milli. The cat. She looks like butter wouldn't melt but beware she is a little rascal.Suspect number two is Penny.A white west highland terrier girl.Likes trying to catch birds and thinks she is human.Does not hesitate when food is put in front of her.Last but not least is Toby.A jack Russel terrier.Looks likes he couldn't put a paw wrong.That's exactly where everybody does go wrong.Loves chewing on daddies slippers and scavenging in the bin.

Flash

2008-12-31T11:41:00.000-08:00

Flash:Is my other sisters pony.He is a real beginner pony.He is not much of a jumper but is a great pony club/hacking pony.He is bay with a white star.I think hes about nine and is only 12hh so he is mega cute.He adores his food more than anything else.

Jessi

2008-12-31T11:24:00.000-08:00

Jessi:is my sister Jennifers pony.She is a 12.2hh dun mare.She is six years old.She is quite a good jumper.She can be a bit moody but she is very pretty.She is easy to ride and is really quiet.Her showname is Daily Dun.Cool name or what?!

Spotty

2008-12-31T11:05:00.000-08:00

Spotty:The best pony in the entire World!!He is a seven year old , 12.2hh appaloosa pony with a big heart.He is very brave when it comes to jumping and will try his heart out for you.When I first got him he was green and I was not a very good rider but he was very sensible.He took me round the main areana in Cavan Equestrian Centre in a big 128 abc and we were just out of the placings.He is a gentleman in the stable and a complete pleasure to be with.His jump is incredible and he is always very keen and he loves traveling in the lorry.He just knows where he is going and he is quiet, easy to ride, and is a schoolmaster.Ihave been riding him for two years and unfortunatley I am out of him now but thankfully we dont have to sell him because my two little sisters will ride him.He is a real confidence giver and I love him to bits.His showname is Snow Spot!!

Sparky

2008-12-31T10:12:00.000-08:00

Sparky:Is a 13.2hh grey gelding.He is very fast and is a good jumper.Although he is very quiet he can be quite strong.He loves racing the other ponies round the field.His showname is Farnaharpy Super Star.He has quite a bit of showjumping done.

Magic

2008-12-31T09:44:00.000-08:00

Magic:Is the latest addition to our stables.He is a 13.2hh black gelding with a gorgeus white stripe down his face, as well as four white socks.He is only trained to be ridden (broken) three weeks ago yet he is very easy to ride and is a green but mannerly ride.He adores attention and will be going to his first show soon!He is also a fantastic jumper.His show name is Farnaharpy Black Diamond.

Welcome

2008-12-31T09:35:00.000-08:00

Hi! Welcome to my blog.Its all about what goes on in our caotic household.Let me introduce you to the crew.(Thats the ponies of course!) Read on!!