KBR Horse Net |
Dan as a 1300 Lb. 2-year old
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We first saw Dan as a youngster in a pasture full of saddle horses at Pat Parelli's ranch in Clements, CA. Pat had bought him at a yearling sale and had intended to teach him to work to voice commands, but with his clinic schedule expanding, he never found the time. We liked Dan and joked that he would make a great companion for Havilynn, our Clyde cross mare. |
We soon discovered that Dan needed a special home. He wasn't mean, but if he saw something outside his lounge shed that he wanted, he'd simply lean against a fence, gate, or window frame and push whatever it was over. We soon realized that heavier construction (e.g., timbers and telephone poles) was in order. We started him as an oversized saddle horse, later breaking him to harness on a sled and light farm implements, eventually using him as a member of our driving team. |
Sharon on the harrow and Lance (as ballast) getting Dan used to work
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A Belgian at roping practice?
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Dan, the "Fire Prevention Horse" demonstrating making fire breaks |