tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post8027937638243556304..comments2023-11-02T06:28:31.995-07:00Comments on Fugly Horse of the Day Review: Fubbs takes girl's ribbon awaybhmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07305625629888108578noreply@blogger.comBlogger171125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-56690100837663040232010-04-13T19:59:27.559-07:002010-04-13T19:59:27.559-07:00A previous poster said that when a person honestly...A previous poster said that when a person honestly believes what he posts, even though he later found out it wasn't true, that his statement was not libelous. This is a slippery slope, because libel and slander suits do not always require an intentionally inaccurate statement. I think most states have on their books (as California does) the phrase "reckless disregard for the truth." So if a person recklessly repeats something without reasonably checking out the truthfulness of what he says, I believe that can be considered a "reckless disregard for the truth" and still be actionable. So be careful when posting. If a person prevails in court in proving libel or slander, and can further prove monetary and/or emotional damage as a result, it can be expensive.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-16031086535451164852010-03-22T17:22:30.812-07:002010-03-22T17:22:30.812-07:00I was appalled.
For one thing, much as I love my ...I was appalled.<br /><br />For one thing, much as I love my dogs and cats, if it came down to feeding my hypothetical children or feeding the animals, the children would win. That's the situation faced by the people of Afghanistan, the vast majority of whom did not want a war with the US.<br /><br />For another, rabies is a big problem in Asia and Africa. Afghanistan is considered to be part of Asia! About 70,000 humans die each year of rabies. About 10 million have to get the rabies prophylaxis series; in Afghan, the cost for the series is equal to three years' income for the average person.<br /><br />Now, thinking in economic terms, what in the US would cost 3 years' income? Well, the obvious thing that comes to mind is a personal residence. People expect to pay off a home mortgage over 30 years; it is (rightly) considered the most expensive purchase in the average person's life.<br /><br />How do people in Afghanistan afford the rabies prophylaxis treatment? Many of them can't and they take their chances. Many of them die an agonising death because they couldn't afford it. They don't die at home and they don't die in a nice, clean hospital. Most of the people who die of rabies die in jail because that is the only vaguely quarantine-like facility available. <br /><br />How do families and clans manage to raise the money? They don't go to a bank and present their income statements, that's for sure. Basically, they pledge X number of men to fight for whichever local warlord will pay for the treatment.<br /><br />What a choice that is! You've got one loved one who may have contracted a fatal disease and you've gotta decide: is my loved one worth throwing away the lives of 3-5 men of our clan over?<br /><br />No wonder so many people in Afghanistan hate us. Right now, I'm not particularly proud to claim those bigoted jerks myself.Grainne Dhuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14538611458589187092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-3471563490642300852010-03-22T15:31:14.584-07:002010-03-22T15:31:14.584-07:00Wooooow. It's one thing to kindly inform someb...Wooooow. It's one thing to kindly inform somebody, it's another to bitch and moan and call people morons. Good golly. Way to make relations. I'm sure if the army found out, they'd be none too pleased to hear about it whether it be a cat or person. <br /><br />Honestly, even if they think it is rabies or not, isn't it better they be put to sleep versus trying to scrounge up a meal? If these animals had truly been rabid, fugs would have been applauding them, but at the same time weeping at how cruel humans could be. They could have been saved, you know. Yes, because there are enough willing homes in the world (said with sarcasm, of course.)<br /><br />You know, as much as I like spay/neuter programs for stray cats, it's just as effective to put them down. Less stress on a non-human friendly animal (most of the time) and a nice way to go that doesn't involve disease, infection, starvation, etc. Honestly, the only feral cat I'd want to be is the ones at Disney World, and that's iffy.<br /><br />Fugs is beginning to teeter towards Peta-like sentiments. Another whacko to add to their list.Zephyrine Flycatcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027791471758685246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-87385978818234815462010-03-22T15:08:24.213-07:002010-03-22T15:08:24.213-07:00Her trip to the Eclipse awards went to head as usu...Her trip to the Eclipse awards went to head as usual. Fubby you are a loser wannabe and will never be.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-73199348062628374872010-03-22T14:47:47.764-07:002010-03-22T14:47:47.764-07:00I just read fugly's story to my husband, a for...I just read fugly's story to my husband, a former Marine and asked him if this is something he would have ever expected or condoned on the part of a commanding officer and he just shook his head. He said that crap like this commanding officer pulled is a perfect example of alienating foreign governments and further encourages other countries Anti-American feelings.<br /><br />Contrary to popular belief...America does not OWN the world.BrownEyed Cowgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03610547057139295854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-1156389469697503532010-03-22T12:55:47.955-07:002010-03-22T12:55:47.955-07:00Uuhhh...WOW...fugs is sure blurring the line there...Uuhhh...WOW...fugs is sure blurring the line there isn't she?<br /><br />Oh and...Really not so impressed with a military person throwing their weight around in someone else's country. Did those dumb-asses get the freaking cat a rabies shot so he cannot become infected?<br /><br />Until they do that, they are putting themselves and others in jeopardy. Wow...lots to cheer about there.BrownEyed Cowgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03610547057139295854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-44080455595123949782010-03-22T10:37:54.334-07:002010-03-22T10:37:54.334-07:00Go Lightly- (catching up on comments)
"In the...Go Lightly- (catching up on comments)<br />"In the photo, he is hanging his head in shame already "<br /><br />BwHAhAAaaaaaaa<br />yup. poor horse;)<br /><br />I thought you might enjoy that. Glad to provide some entertainment.<br />_________________<br /><br />Anon 8:29- Fugly is the one who should check her facts. <br /><br />hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha Sorry, I just could NOT resist. Or rather restrain that and hold it in. Even when others have pointed out her clear mistakes- she does not go back and edit a thing. Not even correcting the spelling of someone's name so the proper credit can go to those actually doing the work. Strange concept, I know. Good luck with expecting anything so simple from someone like her. I haven't heard tell of any cold days in hell in the forecast yet...<br />__________________<br /><br />Anon 6:02- Hahahahahahaha, have I told you Anon <3 that I LOVE you. It's been a grueling afternoon for me and this comment of yours certainly hit the spot and I'm still laughing over it, as have other comments since yours. <br /><br />Why, Thank you. Blushes. I still laugh a bit over that one too. <br />________________<br /><br />I know Flubs was advised by one of her then, 'close knit group' to take the horse to another trainer. A trainer with a number of notable accomplishments in not only the breed circuits but also the open circuits. Whatever happened there? <br /><br />The trainer charges around $1000 a month for training and board, be it mare, stallion or gelding. They all have to eat, they all require the trainers time (some more than others) and they all take up a spot on the trailer when traveling to shows. <br /><br />I am betting the entry fees may have also scared her off, since this trainer doesn't bother with the low end schooling shows that don't adhere to the rules. If the trainer wouldn't stoop to that level with the shows, I doubt for a second they would put up with Flubby's shit in their barn and chance her tarnishing their name.<br /><br />I can only bet she cheapened out and went with someone else based on price alone. Any takers? I'll give you 2-1 odds on that. From the looks of the pictures- you get what you pay for and Flubs didn't do her homework yet again. Is anyone suprised by this? I know I'm not. <br /><br />Wields the hose to spray off more of the yellow paint... pressure washers and power sprayers need not apply. A simple garden hose will do and you don't even have to put your thumb over the end. :(<br /><br />Anon <3Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-12360335538506669212010-03-22T09:16:12.667-07:002010-03-22T09:16:12.667-07:00SAFE is an ok rescue. They do many things very wel...SAFE is an ok rescue. They do many things very well. They may possibly have a train wreck in the future. Jaime the head of the organization is a bit emotionally unstable, and is in a rocky relationship with her live in boyfriend. Unfortunately, they purchased a 10 acre tract adjacent to their existing home for a SAFE facility that Jaime cannot afford on her own. If she becomes mentally unstable again or loses her SO the SAFE facility could be in a precarious situation. Perfect they are not! Although they would like you to think they are....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-57383607728608761422010-03-22T08:16:32.338-07:002010-03-22T08:16:32.338-07:00SAFE is even better without FubbySAFE is even better without FubbyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-41344931909776523862010-03-22T07:49:09.316-07:002010-03-22T07:49:09.316-07:00Paddy,
Good to hear about the filly. What happens...Paddy,<br />Good to hear about the filly. What happens with the large head? Does starvation stunt the body growth and then, after eating, the body begins to catch up on growth?bhmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07305625629888108578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-6493844109239383472010-03-22T07:26:20.385-07:002010-03-22T07:26:20.385-07:00SAFE is a class act. One of the best out there.SAFE is a class act. One of the best out there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-1905882524354575502010-03-22T07:00:29.352-07:002010-03-22T07:00:29.352-07:00SAFE (Save a Forgotten Equine) in western Washngto...SAFE (Save a Forgotten Equine) in western Washngton aquired a filly from a starvation/neglect case. She was very malnourished when she came to them and her head was huge, too. With the help of their vet, they gave her tlc and she pulled through. I don't know how to do links, but if you go to the SAFE message boards, you'll see Whisper, the paint filly. Someone adopted her last year and I've heard she's doing beautflly. <br />-her head is now normal size.<br />-PaddyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-58064453891087976162010-03-21T21:39:39.493-07:002010-03-21T21:39:39.493-07:00Here you go Fubbs.
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/defa...Here you go Fubbs.<br />http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=16-70&full=trueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-81388048996167117542010-03-21T21:29:33.275-07:002010-03-21T21:29:33.275-07:00I think that Cappies Success horse has "big h...I think that Cappies Success horse has "big head" syndrome. It is what happens to a young horse that is malnourished. She has that look about her all over not just the huge head. There are some bad structural things that happens to a youngster that is not well fed those first 2-3 years...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-66335345329602951352010-03-21T11:00:36.149-07:002010-03-21T11:00:36.149-07:00Fugly, I would advise you to get your facts straig...Fugly, I would advise you to get your facts straight about Seawind Stables and the chain of events. When the owners found out horses they had rehomed ended up on a lot, they set about to help them. They were not contacted by any person in an official capacity but rather an e-mail sent by an unknown person who claimed that SOS had ok'ed them e-mailing them about their horses. They have a solid reputation of standing by their horses. They did what any responsible owner would have done. Isn't this what you are always harping about. On the horse that went to California, are you going to tell me that you're observation is more credible then the vet who examined and euthanized the horse? I think you had better think some before you type. You are not invincible.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-90494718577525410572010-03-21T10:45:10.142-07:002010-03-21T10:45:10.142-07:00GDhue, you're awesome! What a caring way to e...GDhue, you're awesome! What a caring way to explain the rights and wrongs of conformation, while leaving the appreciation of fabulous temperament intact.<br /><br />There are several nasty viruses going around right now, and any facility that has transient horses is at risk. At any rescue, for any species, quarantines and proper disease control should be a priority from day one. If not, flee. One sick animal can be a vector to a new region.kestrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03253025366100154732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-40009578167087731872010-03-21T10:39:09.603-07:002010-03-21T10:39:09.603-07:00I've seen horses with heads like that mare...m...I've seen horses with heads like that mare...mostly on the Reservation or mustangs. It's usually caused from malnutrition and a serious imbalance of minerals at a young age.<br /><br />Strangles can cause a horse's head to swell all over sometimes, but it's primarily located under the jaw and there is a cooralating swelling around the throatlatch. They start out looking a bit lethargic, then start getting a nasty green or yellow discharge from their nose. Then they start swelling under the jaw and in the throatlatch.<br /><br />Swelling can be anywhere from a slightly enlarged look that never does open and drain(most people will simply think it is a cold or flu virus) to a full blown grotesque engorged jaw that ruptures and drains. <br /><br />ANY horse that goes through a sale barn should be quarantined for at least 10 days. If there is any signs of illness(snotty nose, depressed attitude, breathing problems) in those 10 days the quarantine should be continued for a full month. Just like some people are not particularly affected by viruses, some horses may not show full-blown signs of strangles but can pass it on in a herd environment.BrownEyed Cowgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03610547057139295854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-55272728602048119452010-03-21T08:48:41.138-07:002010-03-21T08:48:41.138-07:00Well said Grainne Dhu.Well said Grainne Dhu.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-10580179552672044252010-03-21T08:16:35.906-07:002010-03-21T08:16:35.906-07:00Cappies Success (Available)
Fee: $475.00
It ...Cappies Success (Available)<br /><br />Fee: $475.00<br /><br />It says on ABR the funds were raised for this horse why are they asking the adoption fee again? Sounds like a great scam. And I see a few times a statement "the horses cant be pulled without a home" but quite a few have been there a very long time. Like Tanner who has been there for 2 years. He is halter broke only? I think this place needs looking into. Id read more but hell ABR gives me a headache Some wild stuff going on over thereAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-57841150847442369682010-03-21T08:04:27.058-07:002010-03-21T08:04:27.058-07:00GD, what a touching, compassionate story about the...GD, what a touching, compassionate story about the boy and his dog. For a minute I had to choke back a tear or two. Kudos to you for your expert handling of that emotionally charged situation.<br /><br />Yes, I believe Fugs delights in pulling the wings off butterflies and hummingbirds because doing so brings in the hits to her blog, which has its share of benefits for her. She seems to truly be a heartless, self absorbed woman.<br /><br />As to exposing SOS, don't hold your breath. Since she makes money off SOS, there's no chance she will expose that group for what it really is.<br /><br />That horse sure does have a huge head. I wonder what is wrong? Is it genetics or is there a medical reason. It looks horribly swollen to me. What on earth??? Poor thing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-13625972459492170752010-03-21T07:54:34.901-07:002010-03-21T07:54:34.901-07:00Helpful, I am
"singing the song "the tr...<a href="http://www.sosequines.com/DEF-Horse.asp?hoID=256" rel="nofollow">Helpful, I am</a><br /><br />"singing the song "the truck is coming" "<br />But, that song is sooo effective. It opens wallets.<br /><br />I wish I could write a song like that:)<br /><br />I love that the readership is "somewhat" male.<br /><br />Yeah, some horse-women...<br />WannaBeBoys.<br /><br />There's a song!<br />Quick, someone!<br />Send me some royalties!GoLightlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18283690734019490983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-17653835552129317542010-03-21T06:44:27.588-07:002010-03-21T06:44:27.588-07:00http://www.sosequines.com/DEF-Horse.asp?hoID=256
...http://www.sosequines.com/DEF-Horse.asp?hoID=256<br /><br />This is the one that currently has strangles at the adopters house. She drove all the way to get him and noticed he was sick when she got there. The "rescue" didnt notice?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-55987528620778022962010-03-21T06:39:58.112-07:002010-03-21T06:39:58.112-07:00It isnt Safe its SOS Equines who pays Cathy for ad...It isnt Safe its SOS Equines who pays Cathy for ads while singing the song "the truck is coming" on the ABR. But there really isnt a truck or feedlot its some yokel named Dave Harriman's backyard who collects horses with the head of SOS. Cathy they did, have and do send em home sick. You might need to get off your high horse and do a special "expose" on SOS.<br /> <br /><br />http://www.sosequines.com/DEF-Horse.asp?hoID=254Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-41636513910967638122010-03-21T05:39:37.926-07:002010-03-21T05:39:37.926-07:00Link to SAFE site with mare, please?Link to SAFE site with mare, please?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8134505110396108058.post-36699155878398317072010-03-21T04:35:36.822-07:002010-03-21T04:35:36.822-07:00You shouldn't feel sick about that, Grainne Dh...You shouldn't feel sick about that, Grainne Dhu, because at that moment, when you took that boy aside and explained to him everything you did, <i>you</i> were his mentor. And I am willing to bet that he hasn't forgotten that to this day. I hope his memories of that are fond. Good on you!<br /><br />Fugs, however, would take great pleasure in pulling the wings off not only butterflies, but hummingbirds as well.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com