The Mustang – American Symbol of Liberty!
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The Mustang – American Symbol of Liberty!

Brutally hunted, killed, soon nothing but history? Having grown up with Winnetou and his loyal horse Iltschi, the Mustang has always been a symbol of liberty to me, mentioned in the same breath as USA. Unfortunately we live in a materialistic world that doesn’t stop at the wild horses. Without mercy the wild horses are…

HYPP – Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis for Quarter Horse, Paint Horse and Others
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HYPP – Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis for Quarter Horse, Paint Horse and Others

Quarter Horses, Appaloosas and Paint Horses are predominantly affected by this disease. This doesn’t mean however, that the disease can’t occur in other breeds. By crossbreeding with western horses the gene defect can be passed on to others. What is HYPP – Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis? HYPP is a genetic disease caused by a gene mutation….

The Wild Horses of Namibia – Namib Desert Horses
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The Wild Horses of Namibia – Namib Desert Horses

Unbelievable how these horses have learned to adapt: These very adjustable horses have managed to survive for more than 100 years in the heat of the Namib Desert where there is no shade and temperatures reach 45 degrees C (113 degrees F). In the small town of Garub*, 20 km west of Aus these wild…

2011: Still No Plans for Vacation? What about the Mendocino Coast of California?
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2011: Still No Plans for Vacation? What about the Mendocino Coast of California?

Greetings from Ricochet Ridge Ranch Newsletter with wonderful News, Rates and Dates for your Vacation 2011: On your trips with us you may have met Linny Kenney, a woman of many talents including music, art, leather work, and true horsemanship. On last March 1st, Linny, her friend (breaking news … now fiancé!) Walter, and her…