Yesterday, Nina rode Toffee for the first time in a month. Although Corbett has only been with us for a day, we decided to see how Fraser reacted. Turned out, Nina was spot on; it wasn’t Toffee he was bothered about, it was another horse in general. He has (probably) spent every day of his life in a busy, multi-horse environment, and cannot handle being on his own. Anyway, he whinnied a bit but was a different horse from previously. Corbett was just his own, mellow little self.
I cannot believe I was scared of minis! Corbett is adorable, and also known as Barrowman. No, not because he is loud and has a fondness for taking his trousers off, but because he follows Nina round when she poo picks, and inspects the barrow at regular intervals. He is so bright! And quite a comedian… Fraser was looking over the fence this morning, and Corbett was standing next to him with his head over the lower rail. I hope he’s not too bright though, like that previous Welsh monster *gulp* He is already in a routine. On Saturday evening when we brought the others in he was not too keen to be caught, but last night he knew what was going on (picking out hooves and a groom) and stood stock still to be caught. In the mornings, he stays out and helps Nina poo pick when the others come in for their breakfast. We will have to watch his grass intake though, because it is still growing and he is quite well covered. I look forward to him feeling totally settled, and hope the next few months aren’t too traumatic for him.
Did I mention his markings are amazingly symmetrical? Even the little black spot at the top of his tail is central. So, add pretty to his list of attributes! :D
And another piece of good news: Fraser's leg has finally healed, so no more bandaging! Hurrah! Until the next time...
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