I know you all are eagerly awaiting an update on how Cody is doing :) Well, Cody is great. He's a sweet, loving horse. Minnie on the other hand...... ARGH! If she were protecting George in a very maternal effort to keep this new male from harming him...I get that. However, it's not that. She is just pissed off he's here, period. When Cody comes near her or her food or her area or the barn, etc. she pins her ears back and attacks. The bucking has apparently subsided to biting. Eric noticed last night that Cody has many new scars from her.

Kicked him hard here.

Numerous bite marks.

So, this is what we've resorted to, among other things. She's wearing a muzzle to keep her from biting Cody. At night, Eric pins her in the barn in her own stall so Cody has a chance to seek shelter. If forced to choose between my kids/horses, I would say leave Cody and George and Minnie can find a new home. Would I do that? No. She's just used to being alpha female and will have to suffer some consequences. I am now ready to whip her ass anytime she acts up. Bright side? They smell so good. They are beautiful and they are like doggies, wanting affection and love (George and Cody, anyway) So worth it.