Thursday, July 31, 2008

Drabek Hoof Care -- Wharton, TX

Business Name: Drabek Hoof Care
Business Type: natural hoof trimming, AANHCP Certified
Address:
City: Wharton
State: TX
Zip: 77488
Phone: 979-533-1731
Web Address: www.drabekhoofcare.com
Rust Reviews Listing:
Comments: Eddie Drabek trimmed my three horses last weekend and I was very impressed with the results. He found an infection in the cleft of the frog in one horse and recommended a low cost treatment, which I'm following now. Another horse has two front feet with different hoof sizes and angles and he is moving much more comfortably since the trim. The third horse has great hooves, but has poor manners with a farrier. Eddie had the patience and firmness to get the job done with this horse without losing his temper. We're working to improve this horse's manners for Eddie's next visit. I'd been trimming my horses myself for the last 13 years, and Eddie Drabek does a much better job than I ever have.

Monday, July 28, 2008

Chatham Animal Clinic PC -- Chatham, VA

Business Name: Chatham Animal Clinic, PC
Business Type: veterinarian, vet, animal clinic, animal shelter
Address: 34 Pruden St.
City: Chatham
State: VA
Zip: 24531
Phone: 434-432-2273
Web Address: Unknown
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: Dr. Paul Erwin is the one we call on whenever we have an animal that needs care. He is very helpful and knows what he is doing. He is always willing to explain in "easy-to-understand" words. I owe alot to him as he saved my little filly's life.

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Thai Cottage II -- Sugar Land, TX

Business Name: Thai Cottage II
Business Type: Thai restaurant, Thai and Chinese food
Address: 4723 Sweetwater Blvd
City: Sugar Land
State: TX
Zip: 77479
Phone: 281-313-0707
Web Address: http://thai-cottage.com/sugarland.html
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: My wife,2 daughters, and son-in-law have been going to the Thai Cottage II for at least the past 5 years. It is an easy place for us to meet them between Houston and Wharton. It is at the corner of Sweetwater Blvd and Lexington. We have been there so many times that the staff recognizes us and can usually predict what we will order! The food is great and reasonably priced. If you like Chinese and/or Thai food, I am sure you will like the Thai Cottage!

Friday, July 11, 2008

Haythorn Land & Cattle Co. -- Arthur, NE



Business Name: Haythorn Land & Cattle Co.
Business Type: Quarter Horses, cattle ranch
Address: 193 Haythorn Dr.
City: Arthur
State: NE
Zip: 69121
Phone: 308-355-4000
Web Address: www.haythorn.com
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: After a bad experience buying a quarter horse at an auction, a friend recommended that I look at the horses available at some of the old-time ranches with legendary ranch horse programs. He recommended the Haythorn Ranch as one of those to take a look at. I checked the Haythorn website and found several likely geldings listed and then I called for more information. Loriann, at the Haythorn, listened to my description of the horse I was looking for and then suggested that I come up to Nebraska to take a look at a 10 year old gelding they had for sale. It was easier, and less expensive than I thought to get there with a flight from Houston to Denver on Southwest and then a 3-4 hour drive to Ogallala, NE. I was at the ranch in the morning, talked to Loriann about the gelding, watched her ride him, rode him myself around the ring, and then she opened the gate and let me take him out for a ride across the ranch. We went through a herd of yearling horse, passed herds of cattle, rode by irrigation equipment, trotted and loped and the gelding did great. I decided to buy him and paid a fair price that was representative of what I had been seeing online for a horse of his experience and bloodlines. After the ride, I met Craig Haythorn and some of his crew for lunch before heading back to Denver.

I've got the gelding back in Texas now, and he is as good here as he was in Nebraska. He's well-trained, has lots of cow, is gentle, and has the best feet I've seen on a horse in a long time. My friend's advice was right on -- if you want a great ranch horse that's been raised and trained right, you'll do well to deal with a ranch that has a reputation for quality and fair dealing going back to the 1880s. The Haythorn is one such ranch, and it's the first place I'll look next time I'm in the market.

Greek Brothers Oyster Bar & Grill -- El Campo, TX

Business Name:Greek Brothers Oyster Bar & Grill
Business Type: restaurant, bar
Address: 133 South Mechanic
City: El Campo
State: TX
Zip: 77437
Phone: 979-543-1757
Web Address: www.greekbros.com
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: We visit Greek Brothers frequently as one of the best restaurants in this area of SE Texas. The Shrimp Cozumel is wonderful although it is a meal and a half for many people. My sister-in-law always goes for the Grilled Tuna (rare) and she loves it. The restaurant and bar also have lots of local atmosphere and the staff is very professional. If you're passing through the area, do yourself a favor and get off the highway for an hour or two for a great meal at Greek Brothers.

Wharton Feed & Supply -- Wharton, TX

Business Name: Wharton Feed & Supply
Business Type: feed store, agricultural supplies, gardening and lawn care
Address: 1105 N. Fulton
City: Wharton
State: TX
Zip: 77488
Phone: 979-532-8533
Web Address: www.whartonfeed.com
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: I visit Wharton Feed at least once a week to purchase horse feed and farm supplies. It is always an enjoyable experience to stop by and Timmy's prices are very reasonable. I needed some special low starch feed for my mare with Cushings disease, and Wharton Feed was able to order the feed for me. They also charged me significantly less than folks in other areas of the Country were paying for the same Purina product. It's worth stopping by Wharton Feed, even if you need to drive a little to get there.

Thursday, July 3, 2008

J&J Electricians -- Wharton, TX

Business Name: J&J Electricians
Business Type: commercial & residential electricians
Address: 1500 FM1299
City: Wharton
State: TX
Zip: 77488
Phone: 979-532-0225
Web Address: Unknown
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: J&J Electricians has done work for us at our home in adding electrical outlets, lights, and ceiling fans to a 1950's era home and also in bringing electrical service to a new barn. All of the work has been first-rate. Russell is a very competent electrician and will deliver a very professional job at a reasonable price. We couldn't be more satisfied with their performance.

Roberson Air Conditioning -- Wharton, TX

Business Name: Roberson Air Conditioning
Business Type: Air conditioning & heating system installation and repair
Address: 200 East Milam St.
City: Wharton
State: TX
Zip: 77488
Phone: 979-532-5101
Web Address: Unknown
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: Roberson Air Conditioning had installed the system for the previous owner of our home and when our compressor went out, Ray Roberson was able to get the manufacturer to honor the warranty and replace the unit at no charge. Roberson Air Conditioning has done several other jobs for us and they always do top-notch work. We couldn't be more satisfied and we couldn't recommend them more highly.

Newer Spreader -- Sanford, FL

Business Name: Newer Spreader
Business Type: manure spreaders for small horse operations
Address: 3941 St Johns Parkway
City: Sanford
State: FL
Zip: 32771
Phone: 866-626-8732
Web Address: www.newerspreader.com
Rust Reviews Listing: Not available
Comments: I ordered a Model #100 Newer Spreader for our 3-horse barn and I'm very happy with it. Assembly is required, but the company provides a well illustrated assembly manual so it didn't take long and was not difficult for one person to accomplish. The parts are all very high quality and the pieces all fit together well. I've used it now for about a month and it performs exactly as advertised. It's easy to maneuver with one-hand and I can position it in front of each stall that I'm cleaning. I got the optional trailer hitch and agitator which also work great. It spreads manure, wood chips and even old hay. This is a great piece of equipment for folks with just a few horses.