Bree's Paddock Shelter under construction.

ChrissyBz · 05-15-2008, 09:31 PM

It's still pretty basic. But those of you that construct, I thought would enjoy seeing how we do it in the jungle.

Juan and the new guy. Maximo. Seriously. That's his name. We've decided to just call him Max

ChrissyBz · 05-15-2008, 09:34 PM

It's going to be 22' x 32' and have a thatched roof.

I'll update as we progress.

Love's_Sophie · 05-15-2008, 10:14 PM

Wow...what a lucky girl...she's gonna love her big shelter!!!

ChrissyBz · 05-15-2008, 10:31 PM

I'm building it big enough for three.

sillylilykitty · 05-15-2008, 10:32 PM

Very nice, cant wait to see it finished

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I'm building it big enough for three.

Ooooo 3 horsies! When are you planning on getting horse number 2?

ChrissyBz · 05-15-2008, 10:36 PM

I'm going to an ag show on Sat to look at potentials.

If I see any I Looooove. I'm thinking of putting down a deposit to hold him till I get back from holiday.

I've got a specific list tho

Dakota Spirit · 05-15-2008, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrissyBz

I'm building it big enough for three.

Ehee, sounds like a good plan to me. After all, who knows when another needy horse will wonder into your life

Lol, Maximo. I don't think I could say that with a straight face.

ChrissyBz · 05-16-2008, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Dakota Spirit

Ehee, sounds like a good plan to me. After all, who knows when another needy horse will wonder into your life

Lol, Maximo. I don't think I could say that with a straight face.

I almost spit my coffee out when he told Heydi his name.

digits mama · 05-16-2008, 12:22 AM

That is going to be great Chrissy!

I hope you find what your looking for this weekend

ChrissyBz · 05-16-2008, 12:06 PM

Me Too V.

Mom's not so sure. I'm thinking some of Bree's behavioral issues a coming partly from not being around other horses. She NEEDS a buddy to teach her some manners. That's part of my specific needs list. A horse that gets along well with other horses.

Not submissive, a natural leader. Ya don't think I'm asking for much eh?

Rough_Collies2008 · 05-16-2008, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrissyBz

Me Too V.

Mom's not so sure. I'm thinking some of Bree's behavioral issues a coming partly from not being around other horses. She NEEDS a buddy to teach her some manners. That's part of my specific needs list. A horse that gets along well with other horses.

Not submissive, a natural leader. Ya don't think I'm asking for much eh?

That looks great Chrissy, I am so excited for you!

I 100% agree about another horse teaching her manners, they are the best at it sometimes. She is at the 'testing' age, and having another horse get after her(obviously no more correcting then what she need) will help a lot.

Rhiatta was great with Tex at that age. He got after him enough where Tex figured out the behavior was not appropriate, but did not hurt him.

Can't wait to see horses 2 and 3

ChrissyBz · 05-16-2008, 01:50 PM

Thanks RC.

I am TRYING to tell my mom this.

She is doubtful and thinks I'm just trying to come up with excuses for a new horse.

(Would I do that?)

Her behavior is not as good as it was when she first came. I know if I could find a good dependable horse for her to buddy around with. Not only would she get the socialization, she would be able to see us interacting, AND I would be able to get her more exercise as well, by bringing her along on rides. She could do with some lead work and also get some gravel under her hooves. They look good, but a little wear and tear would get them in even better shape.

Not speed work, just walking and trotting.

ChrissyBz · 05-25-2008, 06:59 PM

Making progress.

We're getting a peak.

The cross beams are up.

Plenty of room to stay dry.

Water's getting low. I'm torn between gettig some rain, and getting the shelter done before the rains come.

ChrissyBz · 05-25-2008, 07:02 PM

Juan makes me SO nervous. Better me than him I guess.

He really has no fear. terrifies me.

It's been threatening to rain here all day. It was just sprinkling actually.

I'd REALLY like to get the roof on first though

ChrissyBz · 05-26-2008, 10:30 PM

We have a PEAK

Hoping to start thatching tomorrow.

Dakota Spirit · 05-26-2008, 10:37 PM

It's looking really good! Can't wait to see the finished product ^^.

Lol, Juan really is daring. My dad and I can be like that as well - always used freak my mom way out when I was younger

Shaina · 05-26-2008, 10:51 PM

Wow, looking good Chrissy!

I hope you get the best of both worlds...the roof gets done and it started raining immediately after

ChrissyBz · 05-26-2008, 11:32 PM

Thanks guys. I can't take the credit really, I just tel Juan I want this and this and this, and he figures out how to make that happen. My personal genie.

It rained .035 of an inch last night, but that just took the dust out of the air really. Still huge cracks in the ground.

I'm also waiting on a truckload of sand to be delivered so we can begin filling the main paddock area while I'm figuring out the design of the rest.

Maybe I'll get some good ideas driving through horse country in Canada and the States next month.

digits mama · 05-27-2008, 03:59 PM

Progress!!

Its looking fabulous Chrissy! Im was wondering how things were going with Brees paddock while I was driving this weekend!

Looking goooood!

Renoman · 05-27-2008, 05:51 PM

Chrissy, it looks great!! Bree's a lucky girl.

I've got fingers crossed that the roof goes on before the rains come.... looks like you're almost there!