Where is Grass Valley? I'm not familiar with many draft horse shows. I would have to say that this type of action is not at all represntative of the breed but it does happen in every breed and can happen at any show. I wouldn't hold the entire Friesian community responsible for the stupidity of a few. I would have to say that most of us have the utmost respect for our horses because they are so hard to obtain. Unfortunatly because of the willing attitude of the Friesian, it makes them easier to take advantage of; they will forgive you and go on. They are a beautiful breed and I suggest you catch them at a local show. They are especially fine dressage horses as well as carriage horses. Don't let this experience spoil you from enjoying the breed, I'm sure we as both a Friesian community and a horse community don't condone this sort of treatment of our partners.
Marsha
Posted on Oct 5, 2001, 11:06 AM from IP address 152.163.197.67