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Hanna - 2013-01-30
I have an 8 year old male who is not only beautiful but highly sensitive and a quick learner. He wants to please me and it shows in his training. He is my best friend and I cherish spending time with this curious steed. Extremely sound. I am having saddle fit problems because of his unusual body. Could use some advise on what others use.

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Clarice Brough - 2013-01-31
The Iberian Warmblood horse is one of my favorites, I'm so happy for you to have this breed. There are 2 things that are considered when choosing a saddle size/measurement. The obvious first one is that the saddle fits you. So like if the saddle is a '16' saddle', that means it has a 16' seat. So you sit in different seat sized saddles and find one that's comfortable for you.

The other maesurement is the 'tree size' of the saddle itself. The tree determines both the width and length of the saddle, and so how it fits the horse. You will want to get one based on how wide the back of our horse is. They come in three tree sizes: narrow, medium, and wide, as well as being custom made. Skinny horses need a narrow, many horses fit a medium, but often big warmblood breeds (and little round ponies) need wide trees. It really depends on your horse, good luck:)
Kathleen - 2013-03-27
saddle Circle G Saddles Grace A Bundy 26065 Bundy Ln. Culdesac Idaho, 83524 1-208-843-5538 Her email is bundyga@cpcinternet.com

Greggi - 2012-01-27
WOW!! These horses are COOL!!!

Anonymous - 2012-08-05
We have a one that is over a year old, and have had him since he could be weened from his mother. He is so sweet, but at the same time, he is a nightmare. He isn't grasping anything we have/are trying to teach him. If he get's past the kitchen door, he is running to rooms to pee and poop on the beds. He won't listen, doesn't sit, and if you tell him to stay, he stops until you turn around, then follows. I don't know what to do. Our other dog, a Shepard, is fine and we taught him the same way. Does anyone else have problems with this breed seeming 'dumb?' It is getting SO frustrating that we have seriously contemplated getting rid of him. Any suggestions?

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Charlie Roche - 2012-08-06
Chugs have a independent nature, although they love their humans, but it canmake training them more difficult. Shepoherds love to please their humans and are so smart and they listen. Chugs are the typical two year old human. I would try and crate train him. He is right withyou next to you where you can grab him or he is in the crate. What you would be doing is preventing him from making any errors. He is next to you and then you pick him up and take him outside and walk him (don't forget heel) and then he goes in his crate. You take him out of his crate and take him back outside and he goes to the bathroom and then he comes back in - directly again right by you or where you can see him. Get the housebreaking part down and then worry about stay. You can use 'Stay' 'Sit' etc but just initially worry about getting him housebroken. I would wash all the bedding or have it dry cleaned as his scent is on those items and you want to remove that sccent.
Gigi - 2012-08-20
I have a year and a half year old chug. He is very independent and intelligent. He practically potty trained himself and it could be because he hates dirt, and the smell of pee and poop. When he goes outside to potty, he tells me by barking and stops when I acknowledge that he did his business and follows me to pick it up. Your chug needs to learn that pee or poop on beds is wrong. Because they hate the smell, make sure you make them smell and say NO. Wash out all evidence of their pee and poop and they won't go back. Save a piece of paper towel with a tiny bit of pee and place it where you want your chug to do its business. Sometimes when I command my chug to do simple things like SIT, he conveniently turns DUMB like yours. I have to stand up and be above him and say in a stern voice to SIT then he follows. They are very sensitive to your tone of voice. Be it a stern command or a sweet I love you. My chug learns a trick with just one session. But I have to keep asking to see that trick or command. He really gets it and when he gets a petting, he will use his paw to show me where he wants to be scratched. Sometimes I feel like he will speak in human words one day. Extremely smart and independent dogs can be very difficult but also very rewarding. Chugs need a lot of excercise. Make sure yours gets a lot. You will notice that their chihuahua personality takes over and they are hyper then once the energy is expended, they 'pug out' like a light. Be patient. Your dog loves you and needs a lot of attention. I mean A LOT of attention.

Ngo Huong Tra - 2010-11-16
Maybe this is kind of stupid, but is this plant edible? (eat-able?)

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spencer - 2011-01-07
To you, it tastes horrible but to the fishes, it tastes nice.
Angie - 2012-01-26
NO.
It's NOT an actual onion.

It's poisonous if ingested. Most fish and other aquatic life leave it ALONE due to the fact, that it doesn't taste good to them.

Hoped I helped! :D

Anonymous - 2012-01-26
FOR SALE: I've got a Lusitano filly for sale. mature approx. 15h 6.mo. Please don't be surprised if she is withdrawn from sale due to family matters.

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Charlie Roche - 2012-01-27
Thank you for letting us know.

Jen - 2012-09-22
Vaccinations do not cover Heartworm - they only cover the Parvo virus, Hepititis, Distemper & Kennel Cough (aka Canine Cough). For protection against Heartworm you would have needed a monthly chew eg Interceptor or Sentinel, Topical Treatment eg Advocate or a yearly injection called 'Proheart' your Vet should have explained all this information to you. Sorry for your loss.

Blair Dixon - 2011-11-26
I had a beagle as a boy (Freckles. RIP) now at 39 my partner and I have adopted a 3 year old beagle and love (Buddy) to death he is our baby boy. He has a very strong peronality that is his alone. He is my everything.

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Charlie Roche - 2011-11-28
That is what happens when you have another companion in your life. Love it.

Trinette - 2012-10-22
Hello folks, I have what I suspect is a Chug. His name is Benji. A of a friend of mine needed to rehouse him and I accepted. I believe him to be about a year old but I'm not sure. I have a 13 yr. old female black pug that is blind in one eye and going blind in the other. He is a bit much for her but they are learning to get along. I can tell he is very intelligent and learns quickly. I'm looking forward to many years of bonding with him. As he is unaltered I wonder if this will be a problem for him or if neutering is best. I believe in neutering my animals as I am not a breeder nor want to be an accidental one. My pug is spayed so no accidents here. He doesn't hump people and has figured out that my pug doesn't want to be humped for dominance or pleasure. Thank you for your earlier comments about your chugs.

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Charlie Roche - 2012-10-23
I think it is always good to spay/neuter a pet if you aren't intending to breed. The two pups should bond and get along quite well and I think you will find the Chug will lead the Pug around helping with the lack of sight which is a good thing.
Anonymous - 2012-12-09
We just got a chug a week ago and she keeps biting and nibbling. How do I reduce the nibbling and biting?

Julia - 2008-01-29
I'm not sure if this is the same plant as mondo grass (like you find in your yard), but it looks similar. I've tried planting mondo grass as a widely available, free aquarium plant, and it seems to do well.

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Bill VonAllmen - 2011-10-20
Hello Julia ,
Was just wondering what part of the country you live
in and if you know if Mondo grass grows here in my neck of
woods , here in SW Washington State.
Thanks , Bill

Anonymous - 2009-11-16
They are loyal and make awesome pets!

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