Kiger World beyond the boards

[fantasykiger]

I was just thinking about this today, the Kiger World beyond the 2 Kiger boards. Considering all the Wild Kigers that were adopted out at this last adoption both in person and internet so very few of those adopters actually meet and greet on these boards. I am curious of the Kiger World that developing outside these boards. Is there breeders developing ideas and programs we are unaware of. Is it possible they just wanted some trusty trail mounts so many of the horses at the last adoption could have fit that bill. Some wonderful looking colts that would have made great geldings to do a good days work and look pretty at their job. I can not imagine every stud/colt went away to become a new stallion prospect nor did every mare/filly leave with broodmare stamped on her forehead. I am just curious how those Kiger Mustangs are doing outside the influence of the internet or possibly even the registries. I am curious where new folks will take there Kiger Mustangs and how they are fairing. I hope to hear thru' the grape vine good things in the future.

[JoanMRK]

I've thought of this a lot too Tiffany, because I think that a lot of Kiger owners do not frequent or talk on the message boards so we have no way of seeing / hearing how and what they're doing. I used to think of that when people would accuse the multitude of Kiger owners of "not promoting" their Kigers. I always thought, "Well how do you know?" So many people don't like to get on to public places and brag about what they're doing nonetheless get on and even say they exist in the world. Some people like to remain private and alot of the time, I don't blame them. Just my thoughts, good subject... just wish we could have a little "Kiger telescope" or something.

[fantasykiger]

I know I wonder how many show up in local open shows or make kids happy on a daily basis as their mount. My daughter saw a young boy the other day with his back pack riding his horse over to his buddies house. It put a smile on our face to see two young girls laughing and giggling while driving a pony down the road. So nice to see kids enjoying horses not inside playing video games. The majority of people I talk to that ride a Mustang do so because they want a horse that is sturdy, reliable, with endurance, easy to care for and cheap to feed. Very few are interested in the show circuit or performance of any kind, it just hasn't crossed their minds. Though I think in recent years with the Mustang Challenges it has been shown they can perform as well. I to wish I had a Kiger crystal ball to check on some of those adopted horses and see where they are today.

[JoanMRK]

Yes Tiffany, I completely agree. They just want a horse that is easy to maintain and that's one thing that attracts me too. I do not like shows... they just are boring to me. But out trail riding and being with friends or alone with my horses is very satisfying. I also like to show my horses off to local people and they're always impressed but it doesn't have to be in the ring to do that. One of my close friends bought a colt of mine and she is loving him more and more each day. The cool thing is that he's only about two miles from me and I get to visit and help with his groundwork. I love it and my friend is a sold out Kiger lover.

I too am so happy to see kids outside instead of playing video games. Horses are an excellent way to do that... no video games in my house! And the word "bored" won't exist.

[DianneC]

Its rare these days to meet a horse person who hasn't heard of Kigers. That's great!

[DianneC]

Anyone know these folks? It was a banner ad at the top of this forum. www.horsebarnusa.com/coppermine/index.php

[stormyranch]

I Don't know who that is Diane, but I like his photo's.
Tiffany, I'm so glad you brought up this thread. Just last week at the Albany horse adoption, a man was talking to me. He was telling me someone gave him mustang stallion that looked like Dino, but was buckskin colored. I said, "Is he freeze branded?" And he said, "yes" He said he rides him and packs with him and he's a great horse. I said, "well, he's got to be a Kiger, because they geld everything else that comes off the range." Now, I wonder who would give a Kiger stallion away and who did he come from. I am meeting more and more people who have a Kiger and are just doing there own thing with them. I suppose over the years there must have been 500 or more adopted out.

[desperatehorsewife]

I know three who were adopted up here a few years back. All are backyard horses. Two were kept stallions; one by a 'cowboy' farrier who shouldn't be breeding but deems himself knowledgeable and one by a newbie who believes his horse is worthy of stallionhood and will make beautiful babies. The other is a mare who the last time I saw her still hadn't had anything done to her, but at least she hasn't been breeding.

Check dream horse often enough and you'll see quite a few who are just your regular old trail or pack horse.

[dazzlingduns]

So many people don't like to get on to public places and brag about what they're doing nonetheless get on and even say they exist in the world. Some people like to remain private and alot of the time, I don't blame them. Just my thoughts, good subject... just wish we could have a little "Kiger telescope" or something.

Joan,
There is a big difference in bragging and inspiring others. I sure do wish there were more Kiger people out in the public eye for inspiration!!!!!!! Lord knows I sure could use a bit of inspiration right now!
There is nothing wrong with people who want their horse lives to remain private either.
Kudos to all who work hard to promote the breed in a professional manner! This breed is in desperate need of more dedicated folks like you!
Melissa

[JoanMRK]

I agree Melissa, there is a big difference. I didn't mean anything by saying "brag" though it sounded a bit more negative than intended. I just know some people who like to just be back yard horse owners and don't care much about the breed itself but care if the horse is good dispositioned and does their job. A big kudos to you and others who are out in the public eye, it's just not something for everyone.

[fantasykiger]

Oh I agree..kudoos to one and all that get out there to the shows and perform with the Kiger Mustangs and show them off with pride. I beam with joy when ever I see an article or read anything about a performance made or a trophy won by a Kiger Mustang...it makes me smile

[angelsdream]

Yes I also do wonder about all the kigers out there and wish more people would share there stories and experiences, good or bad. Like all the ones that were adopted in november - If you think about it, there are a lot more kigers out there than there were about 10 years ago.

[fantasykiger]

I do have a new friend who raises foundation Appys and has ventured into the training world and one of her first clients is a 4yr old Kiger filly. I was so exited and am anxious to see what she thinks when she gets a chance to work with the breed that I adore. I am going by her house later this week and want to hear all about it.

[juslyn]

I know of about 20% from the 07 adoption. I'd really love to find out about the bidders that got the older grulla mares as some of them were in Xana's herd and were possibly carrying half siblings to Zorya.

[Michelle Clarke]

Dianne, the website you listed shows picts of Muddy Creek....Mark Fredrich owns (maybe owned??) that place in southern Illinois - that is where I got Madonna. He had adopted her and then had issues and was not able to get her settled down. He is a real nice guy, just starting out with his herd of Kigers. I sure hoped it worked out for him. Talented carpenter too - the house he was building was gorgeous!

He had some others (mostly from Rick), one I know was Epony (I remembered that unique name, his son picked it out).