We spent an awful lot of time at the field over the holidays and Merlin is definitely happier when we are around a lot.
Whilst we worked in the vegetable plot, he and Toffee spent their time in the adjoining paddock and Merlin relaxed a great deal and often stood with his head over the fence watching us. He has finally learned a little about personal boundaries, although he likes to check daily in case we let things slip. A few well aimed 'blocks' puts him back where he should be and although flapping my arms like a chicken isn't the most attractive way to walk, it sure is the most effective!
Work with Merlin will continue now the children are back at school and I have a little more purpose :)
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Merlin is a pure Eriskay Pony. Modern Eriskay ponies are the last surviving remnants of the original native ponies of the Western Isles of Scotland. They have ancient Celtic and Norse connections and Eriskays have been proven by measurement to be of similar proportions to those found on ancient Pictish stones throughout the North and West of Scotland. The Eriskay Pony is classed as critical by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. It is our desire to breed from Merlin to ensure the long term survival of the breed. Physically Merlin typifies our image of the ancient horse and with his easy going, affable nature, quick stallion mind and lively temperament he is proving to be a joy to own and work with.
Merlin - 2009
2009
Merlin - 2008
2008
Merlin - 2008
Merlin and Toffee - 2007
2007
Merlin is a pure Eriskay Pony. Modern Eriskay ponies are the last surviving remnants of the original native ponies of the Western Isles of Scotland. They have ancient Celtic and Norse connections and Eriskays have been proven by measurement to be of similar proportions to those found on ancient Pictish stones throughout the North and West of Scotland. The Eriskay Pony is classed as critical by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. It is our desire to breed from Merlin to ensure the long term survival of the breed. Physically Merlin typifies our image of the ancient horse and with his easy going, affable nature, quick stallion mind and lively temperament he is proving to be a joy to own and work with.
2 comments:
Just found your blog and I'm curious to learn more and follow Merlin's progress. He's a cute little guy!
:) Thanks pony girl, but looks can be deceiving!!! He's a right little monkey!
Kim x
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