George,

>Boy if they could just calm the girls down some and tone down that
>swarming/absconding tendancy, they'd be great :)
>
For some time, years ago, I suggested that heavy selective breeding
should be done with the AHB.  They are a good natural resource, in spite
of their down side.  I recall an old saying, "When life presents you
with lemons, make lemonade."

Tom Elliott
Chugiak, AK

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