Ben is now 12 days old and developing very nicely. He was imprinted at birth and been handled daily. He welcomes his head collar associating it with “time out”, as soon as the stable door is open he is there to greet you. After a few days in the round pen, Princesse Pascale & […]
It’s certainly been fantastic weather, enabling Princesse Pascale and Ben, her new-born to be turned out in the round pen for 20 / 30 minutes. Our round pen is safe, secure and flat. Situated away from any other horses, ideal for their first experience out in the fresh air. Ben is a vigorous colt. Our previous foals were […]
Well it was no surprise for Princesse Pascale to be late delivering this foal, mares generally follow their own pattern of gestation and this delay was anticipated. Princesse Pascale’s ligaments of her hindquarters around the tail head had softened increasingly over the last week, her udder had bagged up but no wax to speak of. […]
Redheart Pascalius & Redheart Cateaster were both born on the 21st April but a year apart. It is not always easy to predict a grown Appaloosa’s colour at birth, Evee was born black. Slight stripes on her hooves was the only Appaloosa characteristics present at 6 months. We now know she is heterozygous (LP/lp) for […]
Breaking news…….. Last month it was announced the Veterinary Genetics Lab at UC Davis began offering the DNA test for PATN1. “Since the discovery of LP, the main gene that controls appaloosa spotting patterns and associated traits, breeders have been anticipating DNA tests for the genes that work with LP to produce white appaloosa patterning. […]
The foaling box is ready, a deep, banked up straw bed that is warm and comfortable. The wireless CCTV camera is linked to the TV in the bedroom. Princesse Pascale is in her 11mth of gestation, about 18 days pre her due date, true to form she has already started showing signs. Her udder has become […]
With the day length increasing as the season progresses I believe everyone must be feeling better as we enter the spring months of March, April and May. Welcoming the sun and a general warmer climate, seeing the buds appear and witness the regrowth of the grass gives us all a lift of enthusiasm. More importantly, Spring is […]
One thing we set our selves here at Redheart Appaloosas’ is goals. They are realistic and based upon each individuals horses performance. Whether we are the only one in the class or party to a class split because of high entries, their performance is noted from the time each horse has eaten it’s breakfast to […]
The name “Redheart” has another meaning when it comes to Valentine’s Day. Although in the “normal” sense many people will exchange cards, gifts or flowers for their special “valentine”. Here at Redheart Appaloosas we honour the memory of the importation of; Peyres Catori Cat from France in 2008 and Princesse Pascale from Austria in 2009. […]
I have no judgement upon breeders who cross their Appaloosas, it is my own personal goal to improve my horses blood line with increased Foundation blood. It is the history (many versions) that fascinates me and the only competition I have is with myself. Breeding a horse involves following/studying other proven professionals, supporting the relevant […]