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Wiebren Is On His Way to Massachusetts for Randa!
Dear Janna,
Wiebren arrived last Thursday while Mike and I were in the Grand Cayman on a business trip. I got to see him on Sunday and he seems to be adjusting well to his new home! I am very lucky to have found an extremely experienced dressage trainer to work with me and Wiebren. I really enjoyed visiting your facility and am looking forward to many wonderful years with Wiebren.
Sincerely,
Randa in Mass
3 months later................................................
Dear Janna,
Wiebren is doing great!! He is a great fit for me. He is calm out on the trails but when he gets in the show ring he is all business. He has been a great teaching horse. My trainer really enjoys working with Wiebren. He is a wonderful addition to our family. I hope that you are well and business is great.
Randa in Mass
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Sheila and Terry's 2nd Friesian From BSF, to be their Friesian Ambassador in Canada!
Hi Janna:
What are you going to do for an encore!!! Dubari stepped off the trailer, his silky, black coat glistening in the sunshine - I gasped!! He is absolutely GORGEOUS!!! What kind, thoughtful person braided his VERY long, thick, luxurious mane? What a handsome face, unbelievable tail and SUCH an ELEGANT walk!!! Could he possibly be a pussy cat too? We will see! When he walked into his stall, he looked around, checking out everything, and then fell to the floor and rolled and groaned in pleasure – then he stood up, COVERED from head to foot in shavings, BUT that obviously felt SO good!!!
Kind regards and MANY THANKS, JANNA.
Sheila in Canada
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Congrats to Nancy in Danville on this SPECIAL Boy!
Hi Janna,
I've renamed Vivaldi, Zeus. We are doing great together. He has been in training with Nellie Martin-Giles and is really turning into a very nice, talented dressage horse. She is currently schooling him in flying changes. He is very smart and likes to learn new things. He has a very sweet personality and is a favorite at the barn. He loves being around other horses so a big busy barn is a great place for him.
He has been very healthy and happy, no problems.
Nancy in Danville |
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This BIG Pretty Boy Is Going to PAM in Maryland
Wilco arrived safely. Sorry I didn’t let you know sooner – I was busy adoring him! He is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! I didn’t want to leave the barn. I asked the barn owner if I could take the stall next to him! He is absolutely beautiful! The drivers stated he was the most loving and affectionate boy they’ve had in awhile! They said “You did good” so far as my pick! Thanks for EVERYTHING!
Update.....
I rode my Big beautiful boy the first time last night with my instructor present. BOY IS HE WONDERFUL! He is such a SWEET, SWEET BOY! We had two wonderful hours in the ring. One hour with me and one hour with my instructor! He was a gentleman the ENTIRE time! HE IS ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING YOU SAID HE IS! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! My instructor told me that he is an excellent match for me and that he is worth his weight in gold! Thanks, again! I am in love with my new boy! My husband is a little jealous but he will get over it! LOL!
Update...
Here my big beautiful boy, Wilco! And of course me! I love him more everyday! He is wonderfully giving and kind and will do anything to please me. He watches out for me and if it doesn’t feel right, he doesn’t do it! He is just wonderful and I thank you so much for finding the right guy for me! We were made for each other! What a beautiful mover he is! His canter is a rocking horse dream! I am sending anyone and everyone to you when I hear they are looking for a horse! Thanks again – I love him very much and thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Update...It's been a long time! I purchased Wilco from you a couple of years ago.Wilco is moving along nicely. I love him dearly!
Update 3 years later...It is me again, Wilco's owner... he is doing great. Love him more than ever! He is the sweetest big boy! I truly love him!!! He will be with me until I die or he dies!
4 years later...
He is the love of my life. I love him more than anyone could ever love an animal. I have been through 2 years of hell and he has gotten me through it all. If it had not been for the companionship and love for this beautiful gorgeous horse, I don't think I would have gotten through the past 2 years. He has been fabulous. I am going to continue riding him just as I always have and loving him even more because he is so special, kind and loving!
Pam and of course Wil in Maryland
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Congrats to Tassie in NY on This Special, & Pregnant, Ster Mare!!
Janna..
Tiffany arrived in great condition on Thursday morning. She looks great and is eating and drinking well. I am very pleased with her. She is quite a bit bigger (all around) than April was, which is great as I was looking for a larger mare. It is sometimes difficult to judge sizing through video and pictures. Overall, I am very pleased with her and with my purchasing experience with you. I will definitely be in touch with you again, Janna, for another purchase in the future. Enjoy-
Tassie in NY |
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Congrats to Jean in Florida!
Janna -
Tirza arrived safe and sound. Everyone is amazed at how gorgeous she is and what a beautiful mover she is. She is such a loveable horse. She runs right over to me in the paddock and just loves all the attention she can get. My trainer keeps telling me how smart she is. Thank you for everything. You made the whole processs so easy. Every one in the barn says she is definetly the "coolest" horse and they are braiding their horses tails hoping when they take the braids out they will look like a friesian! Thanks again for this magnificient horse. I look forward to my next BSF friesian beauty.
Jean in FLA
Update May 30
Janna -
The day after these shots were taken Skyler wore her riding clothes and trotted Tirza all around, even over a crossrail. Tirza seemed to know she had a kid on her back and was a dream. Skyler also cantered her, but since it was her first time and I am a neurotic mother, I would only let her canter her on a lunge line. Thank you again for promoting this splendid breed of gorgeous fairytale horses in the USA. You're the best!
Jean in FLA |
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Congrats to Linda in IN!
Waling (Wally) is the most wonderful guy I have ever met. He is like a gigantic puppy dog. He is settling in very well. He already knows his own stall and, of course, when it is feeding time. Today he was measured for his bridle and the saddle fitter is coming in the next few days. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I own a Friesian and I sure am happy that I picked Wally. I think he and I are going to be an unbeatable pair! Thanks so much.
1 month later..............
Wally is just as sweet as can be. He is doing well adjusting and today I discovered that he loves Kettle Popcorn. Now I'll have to hide it from him, ha-ha. I am looking forward to a lot of wonderful years with him.
Thank you!!!!
Linda in Fla |
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Congrats to Joe in Virginia on this Special and PREGNANT Friesian Mare!
Janna,
Stella got here 11pm last night...very sweet. I got to see her in the daylight today, she's beautiful.
Thanks so much. My kids love her already.
Joe in Virg
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Former National Saddleseat Champion, Diane Caldemeyer, Chose Mirage to Join Her Family in Montana
Janna,
I have to tell you that after I got off of Grand Time for the last time I never thought that another horse would pull at the heartstrings quite so hard.
Not only is Mirage amazing to ride, but he is a master teaching my seven year old how to ride. They have clicked amazingly and it is wonderful to watch her progress each time she rides.
As you predicted, the folks at the barn have welcomed him with open arms. He is a great keeper and has the eternal "cute" look that earns him lots of carrots! All in all, I can honestly say that he was the perfect choice for our family. My three year old sons begs to go to the barn to play with Mirage and ride him while we cool him out after my daughter's lessons.
Thank you for helping us find him!
Update...
Well, we are finally settled in Montana with the entire brood. The horses are in heaven in the cold weather! Mirage and Della are doing fantastic. Mirage and Alexis (our 10 yr old) are having a blast. We still have Warlock, Della's first colt out of Monte. He is going on two at the end of March. He is going to be something pretty special so he is still intact. I never had the heart to sell him although we had many inquiries. It is fun to watch him grow and mature. I can not thank you enough for introducing us to Mirage. I said it before, but I never thought that I could love a horse as much as Grand Time. The bonus is that my kids could never have enjoyed GT as much as they have Mirage!
Hard to believe that we will have 7 Friesians after the babies are born! Not to mention that Alexis wants to start showing soon! Look what you started! THANK YOU!
Diane Caldemeyer-Reid in Montana |
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Congrats to Tracy and Landy
Thank you, thank you, thank you for making this so easy for me!
Fendi got here late Friday night. He was quite sweet and allowed me to brush him out and get the tangles out of his beautiful mane. I braided it up for him so he could fit in with the other kids. Later he got a bath as he was a mess from the rain (We got so many compliments! Everyone just loves him!) He got a visit from the vet and we did a full check up and x-ray along with blood tests and started all his vaccinations. So far everything looks great. He is doing great. He was a real gentleman for the vet and I just love spending time with him in the mornings. Tracy goes in the late afternoon and hangs with him as well. We are in love with Fendi. Tracy and I feel Fendi is a life long commitment and are happy to make sure he has a long healthy and happy life with us. I will email you pictures soon .
5 months later..................
We have been washing and conditioning his hair weekly and keeping it in mane bags and it is amazing to see how much his hair has grown! He is definitely pampered! He had his 1st horse show experience this Sunday thru the ETI convection at LAEC. Placed 5th out of 12 his first time around . He is a pleasure and very affectionate and I do count my blessing that he is as sweet as he is! His personality has been wonderful. We will be showing Fendi at the Cool August Nights show at LAEC. Let me know about Pomona as I think the more experience for him the better. I adore Fendi and feel that he has brought a sense of peace in my life that was not there before. I enjoy grooming him as I do riding him. He is always a pleasure and is always so eager to please. I am sure he will only get better with age and am so happy that our trainer Lauren has been there from day 1 to guide us. Not only has the trainer commented how happy she is with Fendi's personality and behavior, the groomsmen as well states what a gentleman he is and how he is never an ounce of trouble. Again, Fendi is wonderful and I am overjoyed with him.
1 1/2 years later...
Fendi is doing FANTASTIC! Fendi has become my ultimate dream horse . Anytime (my friends) need a break from their own horses it is Fendi to the rescue! I completely love him and could not feel luckier. Fendi has such a loving disposition and I always feel so safe with him. He does wonderful on the trails as well.
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2nd Stallion from BSF Going to Andi and Karen
Gabriel is doing wonderfully. Karen has ridden him multiple times now doing some arena exercises and on trail (weather permitting) and he is just spectacular!! All try and so steady, what more could we ask for! He's such a sweet boy, you'd never know (other than his amazingly handsome good looks and abundance of presence) he's a stallion. *Gerben wanted to tell you he likes him too!* The two stallions (AKA Traffic Stoppers) ride side by side on trail like old buddies, Gerben giving his new young friend all the confidence in the world. They definitly DO NOT exhibite the agressive and sometimes violent behavior of other breeds of stallions... Janna, you sure have a knack at picking the the best temperaments in the equine world, not to mention some handsome, ridable horses to boot! "THANKS"
again and again!
~Andi
PS, We owe you a bottle of wine or TWO as a THANK YOU!! :)
Update...
Hey Janna,
We drove Gabriel yesterday around the vineyard and practiced a few things in our covered arena, he's a FANTASTIC horse. We took 2 clinic lessons a few weeks ago with Marsoe LaRose and he commented on the beautiful conformation & movement of both horses. Gabriel especially has talent for combined driving, beautiful dressage movement with the athletic ability that is required for the sport. He's is like driving a Porche, very driver friendly with lots of POWER and stamina!
Gerben is doing great as well. I do LOVE that silly horse!! He has felt quite handsome since being awarded Ster last fall @ 12 years old!! Pretty BIG accomplishment! We couldn't have asked for two nicer horses/ STER stallions!! Thanks!
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Rebecca in New Mexico will SOON be Enjoying This Dressage Mare!
Saar has finally arrived!! She was a couple of days late getting here as there was so much snow in Colorado Springs at the CEM quarantine. She's lovely and quite elegant and regal. Our geldings are out of their minds with joy at the sight of her. She arrived just as it was getting dark, so there wasn't much time for anything other than a little nose touching--but the geldings are running around like fools and she's nonplused, acting as if that's how it should be. Everyone who has handled her has commented on how nice she is--as well as how beautiful she is! And she is. We're very excited to get to know her and to start riding her. Thanks for your help.
Rebecca in NM
Hi Janna,
Saar is settling in. You can now start see the level of her training and is she fun to ride!! It's sort of like being on a fabulous cruiser--her gaits are sooo smooth. My dressage instructor flipped over her canter. She says it's the best she has ever ridden. And we were very happy about how forward she is--that was a nice surprise. I can see I'm going to have a blast with her. A picture is forth coming.
Thanks again,
Rebecca
1 year later....
Hi Janna,
She is a very forward horse--which is great-- she has a great canter for a Friesian (she comes under herself) and she really does know how to come up to the bit. I'm really having fun with her and we have made huge progress. She was really trained to the seat, and it has taught me a lot. She goes so much better when I do very little with my hands. It has helped me with my warmblood too, because my hands are much more quiet. ...she is beautiful, and she is very loving. And we're having fun. She's also good on the trail.
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Congrats to Corey and Denise
Janna,
Gearstje [re-named Avanti ]is a great, sweet horse!
Denise and Corey
Update...
Geartsje [Avanti] foaled.... We LOVE him. He's got a great personality, as does Avanti - very sweet (even the trainer and vets agree that he'll be a great horse, and that Avanti is also wonderful). She's a good mom, but lets us be around. And, Avanti was very patient with a group of 14 girl scouts who visited last week to get their "horse fan" badge. She's not crazy about having her face petted, but let each of those girls do it while we took pictures.
Update
Janna,
Avanti {Geartsje}, the now 5 year old mare who we got from you almost a year ago this month, is a sweet, smart and healthy big girl who gave birth to "Splash," a healthy colt with a great temperament ("Splash", who is about as tall as a small barn!). Splash LOVES people, like Avanti, and we are crazy about both of them.
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On Her Way to CANADA for Amanda!!!!!!!!!!
Janna,
Thought you might like to know that Estee is home. She's doing great. I think she's settling in quite nicely.
Amanda in Canada |
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Melanie is NJ is Foppe's Lucky New Owner!!!
Janna:
Thank you so much for Foppe, he is a dream come true. When they first brought him around the corner at quarantine I was speechless. He is beautiful and his movement is simply charming.
Foppe is friendly, kind and moves with great power and grace. Randy is 6' and Foppe gently placed his head over his shoulder. It's hard to believe how quickly he has taken my heart. Thank you again.
Melanie in NJ |
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