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Marion Huurmann-deRoos sent in this wonderful story of a first time Curly Horse owner.

Hilary Bishop
Pennsylvania

I have always had horses and I think I was put on a horse back before I could walk. I grew up riding and showing everything from Quarter Horses to Arabians and still have my heart horse, Flame, a 27 year old Arabian gelding who stole my heart 21 years ago.

My Mom, since before I could remember, always mentioned wanting a Bashkir. She loved their disposition, their looks, and their CURLS! My husband and I built our little farm just south of Pittsburgh, Pennslyvania two years ago and finally brought home Flame, a paint rescue-DiscoCisco, and a "husband safe horse"-Buford. The problem was, we had an empty stall and as all of us horse lovers know, you can't have an empty stall.

I had a thought and wanted to give back to my Mom after the 29 years of her dealing with my horse addiction and said, "Are you ready for your Curly Horse?" It was a
no brainer for her and the search began.

We searched websites and tried to find a great curly horse breeder that was relatively close. We found three month old Quinn of Hidden Cave Ranch in Burkesvill, Kentucky. After we spent a night at their beautiful bed and breakfast that accompanies the farm, and met Quinn and his herd, we made the decision on the drive home that Quinn would be coming home with us when he was ready.

I am not new to horses but I am new to raising foals. Quinn arrived safely to our farm after much anxiety of making everything perfect for his arrival. He was everything that we had wished for, and more; intelligent, curious, playful, ornery, and those CURLS! He caught on to daily routine at our farm quickly and formed a great bond with our other three geldings. He's an amazing little guy and so smart. He is so very willing and has a wonderful disposition. He is such a pleaser and wants to do well. He is so happy and so sweet-very true to everything I researched about the curly horses! He surprises me every day with his quirky and trusting personality that allows us to do so much togehter. We take walks, do short liberty training sessions in the round pen, and have a few tricks that he enjoys showing off. Quinn is learning that the farrier is not a terrible guy and the vet is just there to help monitor his growth and health.

I am really amazed by the breed even though I thought my mom was crazy for wanting such a unique horse. I feel fortunate to be a first time curly owner and it is such a privilege to have the opportunity to raise this little curly boy.

Hilary

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