Savannah Knight (Savvy)
2004 Friesian cross Mare
I purchased little weanling Savannah on August 24th, 2004.
Unplanned, this was 10 years to the day after purchasing Krosby- in
case I had any doubts about her being absolutely perfect, this
promptly squashed them. She continues to be, without hesitation,
the sweetest and most loving horse I have ever worked with. She is
my baby, and it has been amazing to watch her grow before my
eyes.
Beyond her gorgeous coloring and movement, this mare possesses
an unsurpassed level of sweetness. I continue to enjoy every
moment with her and hope to take her into the show ring in the
near future. Updated photos coming soon!
2004 Friesian cross Mare
I purchased little weanling Savannah on August 24th, 2004.
Unplanned, this was 10 years to the day after purchasing Krosby- in
case I had any doubts about her being absolutely perfect, this
promptly squashed them. She continues to be, without hesitation,
the sweetest and most loving horse I have ever worked with. She is
my baby, and it has been amazing to watch her grow before my
eyes.
Beyond her gorgeous coloring and movement, this mare possesses
an unsurpassed level of sweetness. I continue to enjoy every
moment with her and hope to take her into the show ring in the
near future. Updated photos coming soon!
Pure Excitement (Krosby)
1986 Arabian gelding
The story of my riding career would be essentially non-existent
without my wonderful first horse, Krosby. My parents purchased
Krosby for me in August of 1994, when he was 8 and I was 9. He
was, as a huge understatement, way too much horse for me. He
was perfect! We did everything that a kid and a horse could do, and
built a partnership that I had never imagined possible. Krosby
taught me how to be a horsewoman: the thrills of a win, the
difficulties of training challenges, and the importance of dedication to
your animal above all other priorities.
We won countless ribbons and trophies together, and I can't even
fathom a guess at how many times I fell off of him- but never once
did he run away and leave me in the dirt. He has a presence and
personality that is unmatched, and I will never find another horse
like him.
I've now owned him for 15 years, and I'm happy to report that he is
an exceptionally happy 23 year old! I hope we have many more
happy years together.
1986 Arabian gelding
The story of my riding career would be essentially non-existent
without my wonderful first horse, Krosby. My parents purchased
Krosby for me in August of 1994, when he was 8 and I was 9. He
was, as a huge understatement, way too much horse for me. He
was perfect! We did everything that a kid and a horse could do, and
built a partnership that I had never imagined possible. Krosby
taught me how to be a horsewoman: the thrills of a win, the
difficulties of training challenges, and the importance of dedication to
your animal above all other priorities.
We won countless ribbons and trophies together, and I can't even
fathom a guess at how many times I fell off of him- but never once
did he run away and leave me in the dirt. He has a presence and
personality that is unmatched, and I will never find another horse
like him.
I've now owned him for 15 years, and I'm happy to report that he is
an exceptionally happy 23 year old! I hope we have many more
happy years together.
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| Around The Bend Farm Dressage Training by Karmen Mills |
| Krosby and Karmen in their first dressage test in 1994, and then competing at the California State Fair. |
Krosby at 1.5 yrs, at 18 in pasture, and free jumping 3'6''!
| Savvy as a 1.5 yr old above, and a long yearling below. |
Photos to the left, clockwise: Two photos of Savvy at 3 weeks
old, noting that she has a white and black marking on her
forehead, her "double star." Next photo as a two year old, and
then trotting in the pasture as a weaning. Above, with Karmen as
a 3 month old.
old, noting that she has a white and black marking on her
forehead, her "double star." Next photo as a two year old, and
then trotting in the pasture as a weaning. Above, with Karmen as
a 3 month old.
Starlight Classique (Star)
2000 Arabian/Iberian Warmblood Mare
I got Star in May of 2005, and she transitioned well into my herd.
Star is a pleasant mare to ride, with three lovely gaits and easy
lateral work. This was her first time living in a pasture situation, and
she truly enjoys being out with Krosby and Savannah. I am blessed
to have three horses that can be with each other comfortably and
safely!
Star and I are focusing on our dressage work again, with a focus on
re-entering the show ring this next season. Star is also a great trail
horse, and jumps, too!
2000 Arabian/Iberian Warmblood Mare
I got Star in May of 2005, and she transitioned well into my herd.
Star is a pleasant mare to ride, with three lovely gaits and easy
lateral work. This was her first time living in a pasture situation, and
she truly enjoys being out with Krosby and Savannah. I am blessed
to have three horses that can be with each other comfortably and
safely!
Star and I are focusing on our dressage work again, with a focus on
re-entering the show ring this next season. Star is also a great trail
horse, and jumps, too!
Above, Star and I in a clinic with Rudolf Rostek.
| Star and I schooling at home, a photo from a clinic with Rudi, and then a dressage show in Loomis. |