by Carol Jackson | Mar 15, 2017 | Exmoor, Paddock Paradise, Story
As we said goodnight, David smiled at me and whispered “Pony Mad.” With a warm feeling of contentment, I put my head on the pillow and reflected on his words. Yes, guilty is charged! Our little Exmoor pony family, all 5 of them, were well and in good hands. Yesterday...
by Carol Jackson | Jan 25, 2013 | Exmoor, Paddock Paradise
Nature intended and therefore equipped the horse not only to survive, but to thrive, without human intervention. Is it natural for horses: To live in family groups, herds To have a pecking order within that herd To live outdoors 24/7 – animals of prey,...
by Carol Jackson | Oct 14, 2012 | Exmoor
Willow was born on the moor in 2004. Following inspection she was selected by Emma Wallace and prepared for the show ring, I believe with some success. Sadly I know little of this period in her life, nor do I have any photos. She was then returned to the moor as a...
by Carol Jackson | Jun 27, 2012 | Exmoor
“And if it doesn’t work out for you I will be happy to take him back.” We mean well at the time, it is our farewell gesture as the animal we have nurtured is driven off into the distance to a new home. We don’t really expect to be put to the test now, do...
by Carol Jackson | Mar 10, 2012 | Exmoor, Horse Agility
When I saw Caroline show “Oui Oui” (Noddy to us!) at our local Western Show she was about 6 years old (middle of photo). I knew then she had what it takes and admired the way she managed the headstrong little Shetland. She performed a “Halter” in hand class and won...
by Carol Jackson | Mar 3, 2012 | Exmoor, Horse Agility
Caroline is back to help me work with the ponies. She has been absent several weeks due to extreme weather and a family holiday. I was keen to introduce her to our starter agility course. She was so excited at seeing Finch and the other ponies that she and her mind...
