We have had some moments of concern, such as when he got a bit too close to Xacra in a tight space and she booted him - argh. But he seems quite robust and is learning some important lessons about the perils of getitng too close to the alpha mare. Alfama doesn't hesitate to nip him if he suckles too robustly and there's no question he is benefiting from the lessons. From us he is learning that one does not mouth humans and that it's ok to be petted all over. Makes you realise just how easily it would be for orphan foals to turn into brats without this modulating herd influence.
Last night there was a rainbow and we got this pic:
Boys
Meanwhile we have been making further adjustments to T's arrangements in an effort to keep him sane. For the last four days he has been happy grazing in a penned off area in his summer paddock, which is marvellous. I'm sure there aren't that many stallions who would be able to be confined by a single strand of electric rope in a small pen in spring with lots of in season mares around, but so far he is one of them. This arrangement, along with the pen outside his stable where he can stand and watch Dan's horses seems to be working. I've ordered the Zilcan from the vitnery just in case.
Report from the stud is that Q's first test freeze went well, so that is good news. We'll do as many freezes as budget alows then hopefully have him home this weekend. Can't wait. It's not the same without him.
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