Category Archives: Gypsy Vanner

Thoughts

Posted on April 9, 2024 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

It all began with a need. The Traveller’s of Great Britain needed a small heavy horse to pull the house wagon known as a vardo. Prior to a movable house, the need was different. To make a long story short, … Continue reading →

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CHF HOBBS

Posted on September 28, 2016 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Hobbs is one of two youngsters born in 2014.  He is the carbon copy to full sister, CHF ZEVA, now residing in Joplin.  Ironically they are the first to be born with this color pattern.  We have not run color … Continue reading →

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Summer of 2016!

Posted on August 6, 2016 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Several families celebrated birthdays with the Chocolate Horse Farm Gypsy Vanners again this year.  All horses were kind and willing participants in the festivities.  There are so many ways to introduce people to the animal world in positive ways.  This … Continue reading →

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Babies Babies

Posted on February 9, 2016 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

  No Babies this year, 2016! This may come as a surprise to many who read this.  Why would a breeder not use their mares as much as possible?  There are many reasons but this one is the essence of … Continue reading →

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CHF Traveler

Posted on September 11, 2014 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

First drive of the year…Traveler has been brought on slowly and carefully. He, like all horses, need time and miles, but in his seventh year, he is settled and going well. He has been off and on the market as … Continue reading →

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Otis …Summer 2013

Posted on September 7, 2013 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Hi All….we are back again with the Adventures of Otis!  Otis, being a curious colt, decided to check out the barn while his Mum was enjoying a bath!  Being in pasture is one thing, being in the yard with new … Continue reading →

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CHF Otis

Posted on September 7, 2013 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

CHF Otis came into this world on March 18th of this year.  It was a stormy March day with plenty of mud to go around and poor little guy was having difficulty finding his sea legs!  After a bit of … Continue reading →

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Showing Tips!

Posted on October 8, 2012 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

After a show, it is time for reflection and assessment!  There is always room for improvement and when you are trainer and breeder but not a professional show trainer, it is a growth process.  Entering into the limelight is not … Continue reading →

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