how much more spirited is a Norwegian fjord stallion then a Norwegain fjord mare, which one would you rather have, i am getting a weanling.(a foal that is a couple months old)
2007-02-05 11:44:02 · 8 answers · asked by KodyCuddleBiscuit 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
p.s. i have been breeding stallions for years, i have just chosen to try fjords out.
2007-02-05 11:49:24 · update #1
a norwegian fjord....hmmm..
i would get a stallion as long as he hasnt been bred yet.
mares get too moody...
but if he had been bred..all he would want to do is breed...
if it was me, i would def get a stallion.
a weanling fjord! HOW CUTE!
2007-02-05 11:48:14 · answer #1 · answered by Pinky 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Honey, if you have been "breeding stallions" for years, then you would not have to ask whether a Norwegian Fjord stallion would be more spirited than a mare.
I'd advise getting a filly and learning as much as you can about horse care in general. Breed is unimportant when it comes to basic care. Stallions are not for beginners - especially those who think a stallion is a breed or type of horse instead of just a male horse that has not been neutered. It's surpising how many people think a stallion is a "type" instead of a name for the male sex of a uncut horse.
2007-02-06 16:31:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That all depends on what you want in the long run. If you want and can handle a stallion then go for it, but be careful. Or you could buy the stud colt, geld him, and have a great riding gelding. Or buy the mare, have a great riding horse, and/or breed her. All up to you. Stallions of course are more to handle then a mare or gelding. If you have the experience and the facility then there shouldn't be a problem with getting the stallion.
2007-02-05 19:51:01 · answer #3 · answered by Horsetrainer89 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unless you're looking to breed the horse, there is really no reason to have a stallion. The personality difference, of course, depends quite a bit on the temperment of the individual horse. If you're looking for a calmer temperment and would be gelding a colt, then a gelding will most likely have a more even temperment. Your question really leads me to believe you don't have much experience in this area, in which case I would suggest a mare or gelding and definitely not a stallion. Only very experienced horsepeople should handle stallions.
2007-02-05 20:50:25 · answer #4 · answered by Lauren J 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Since you have been breeding horses for years than I think that you should know the difference in temperament between a stallion and mare.....and how varied it can be.......and how many times breed has nothing to do with it........you may be lucky enough to get a calm stallion ....or unlucky enough to get a crazy mare.
How exactly does one breed "stallions"??????
2007-02-08 20:41:44 · answer #5 · answered by edpcreations 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They tend to be very sane horses in general. There's no reason for a stallion to be poorly behaved unless you allow him to do it. With his young age you should be able to raise him to be well mannered whether he's bred or not. I've worked with plenty of studs who could be ridden and handled around mares with no problem. Fjiords tend to be calm, smart and trainable Good luck
2007-02-06 11:53:55 · answer #6 · answered by emily 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since your question leads me to believe you don't know much about either, don't get a stallion-- get him gelded or go with the mare.
Maybe you should take some lessons and learn a bit before you even attempt ANY horse, let alone such a young one.
2007-02-05 19:46:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I fully agree with joepony
2007-02-08 15:52:40 · answer #8 · answered by Eryn v 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋