>>> I initially became interested in the Icelandics because I'm fascinated by equine color genetics, and that this breed has, I think, virtually every color known to horsedom, and then of course their wonderful *horseness*, if you know what I mean, I find very attractive, just the pure naturalness of the breed. Denise
Well, New Yawker Denise, welcome in from lurking! :) I read your comment above before we went out to dinner, and I've been thinking about that. I think that's a pretty nice impression you have of our breed - the "horseness and naturalness" of the breed, if I'm guessing what you mean correctly. This breed SHOULD be a very "natural" breed I think, after 1000 years of surviving some very harsh conditions. This SHOULD be a very low-maintenance (not no-maintenance, but LOW-maintenance) breed. I think for the most part it is...and that's why I get so opinionated sometimes. You've probably noticed if you lurk a lot that I'm always very skeptical about "trends" in breeding. I can see a few of the old traits becoming less valued in favor of new traits, and I like this breed for what it is and has been. Anyway, I hope you stick around, and you're quite welcome to lurk or participate. Karen Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED]
