Q:
Does Ziconic have a barn name?
Ann Maree
Collierville, Tennessee
A: No, we call him Ziconic. Often a barn name comes when a horse doesn’t yet have a name or when we don’t like the one he has.
Q:
Since you trained Cozmic One and you are now training Ziconic, you must feel some pressure to make sure that they come out as great as possible. How do you handle this weight on your shoulders, knowing that you are making a future for these two as race horses?
Cassie Pashko
Sundre, AB Canada
A: We’re basic caregivers, and we do worry about them like they’re our kids. It would be a lot more pressure if we hadn’t trained Zenyatta. Seeing her traits in these two colts has eased the pressure and made it fun. They were able to fall into their routines naturally. We want them to do well and be the best they can be, so we do our best to give them the tools to succeed.
Our Experts
Mayberry Farm
Jeanne Mayberry runs her farm in Ocala, FL with her daughters, April and Summer, and their cousin Jacki. Both Zenyatta and Cozmic One received their early training at Mayberry Farm. Jeanne’s assistant, Margarita, is pictured on the left.
Cynthia H.
♥ He is the prince of swoons. With such a gorgeous mane, his nick-name would be Samson in my barn. ♥
Suz CATX
So beautiful and intelligent looking. Z’s whole family is stunning
sheena.davies(wales)
Congratulations to my beloved humble legend Kauto Star on gaining 8000 twitter followers!!!Yay!SheenaX
Rita
He is a beautiful red boy and I love him so much. Hope he grows up to be as good as his Mom.
Catherine - Maine
What a gorgeous boy! In this pic he has a bit of mischief in his eyes. Thank you to the Mosses, Team Z and Mayberry farm. Always makes my day!
Max
Great photo, questions and answers.
His blaze is superb as is his impressive red cashmere coat. His name is already so perfect for him that it cannot be improved. He’s also got a lot of personality like his momma.
Abigail_1849
Thank you TEAM Z and the Mayberrys for this update on Ziconic. He’s just a beautiful colt and he seems to have Zenny’s kind eye.
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy.Hope all is well.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Boo and all the Sweeties.Does’nt Ziconic look handsome!Love and hugs SheenaX
shirleeinindy
Thank you to team Z and the ladies of Mayberry Farm for the picture and the information about our Red Prince.
He just gets more beautiful every day. Those eyes and that long red/blond mane. A real star.
Donna H
Love today’s picture. What an adorable baby!!!
suew/Va
Zi is a stunning colt and couldn’t be in better hands. I really appreciate the time you spend on this site, Team Z. You don’t owe us a thing yet YOU choose to keep us updated on all things related to our beloved Queen and it means the world to thousands. Zi seems so kind and serene in every pic I have ever seen of him. I pray he is always healthy and happy. His care is nothing I will ever be concerned about because the Mosses always take care of their own…;especially the offspring of our beloved Zenny.
Linda in NJ
I second that. We are so lucky the Moss’ are so dedicated to Zenny’s fans.
Rebecca
I second these comments as well. Thank you from an adoring fan!
maureen ph[llips
Amen to all you have said, totally agree.Should I say 3rd that?, or is it still second that?. It is well. Thanks.
tony
Royalty runs through his veins..;.it is so apparent in this picture. God Bless Team Z for always giving us current info on Zenny and her boys. I stil miss Z Princess but am confident she had a great life although it was a short one.
maureen ph[llips
Will always miss ZPrincess, but she is in Heaven now and we are happy we had her for the short time she was with us. It is always well at Z Nation.
Linda in NJ
Hello Mayberry Farm:
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us. It must be very exciting for you to be training Zenyatta’s children. It’s like a school teacher teaching the kids of their former students. We are so excited to hear that Zenny’s boys have her racing traits. Very exciting indeed.
I love the design of Ziconic’s blaze. It comes to a point. It seems unique. He is a beautiful boy.
Thank you again for the update!!
Linda
maureen ph[llips
Dear Linda in NJ,
I agree with everything you have said and more. Re the Blaze on Ziconic, I totally agree. I keep wondering about the uniqueness of that Blaze, totally original , God sure took his time on this one and we are loving it. Hope its getting warmer out there in NJ. Have a wonderfully Blessed weekend. It is always well at Z Nation. Lol to all.
SallyB.(AuntiecherishesZandheryoung)
I love your answers the Mayberry team! I know you take every horse at your farm seriously and do the best for each one. I thank you so much though to share with us about Ziconic and I love knowing how great you have been with Coz and Zenyatta!!
It is such a pleasure to hear from you.
Sally B
SallyB.(AuntiecherishesZandheryoung)
I do have to wish Zenyatta a goodnight with love n kisses and to her young
love to special zprincess and my dear Sir
Auntie Sally B
Cheryl G
A Very Handsome Z. Is Mayberry Farms a stop on any of the local Horse tours? Would love to take a tour if permitted.
Marty R / Colorado
More great questions. I thought it was really interesting to read that the pressure is less because of training Zenyatta.
The picture is great, too. Thank you Kyle. We can really see the gear that is used. Looks confusing to me, but someone took a lot of time to create these aids for training. I’m an old former western riding cowgirl wannabe, so this equipment is fascinating to me.
Prayers for safety for all horses and jockeys in their upcoming races.
Deborah Richman
Wow, isn’t he a beauty!
Great questions and answers, and a wonderful pic! Thank you Kyle and Mayberry farm.
A lovely way to begin the weekend
Marshall (NC Broad)
Thanks so much for this post and the answers to our questions. I like that you find the traits of Mama Z in her boys and that makes the training so much easier.
Great photo, Kyle!
@Vampress sue colvin: So good to hear from you and wish you health and happiness in 2015. May your migraines be few and far between, or better yet, be gone. Hugs
Have a great weekend, everyone!
Hugs and Love
Celeste_in_TX
Thank you so much for sharing more answers from the experts plus the fantastic photo. Ziconic is such a beautiful colt and he appears to have such a kind eye and expression. Of course I love him simply because he is Zenyatta’s son, but I’m sure he has an endearing personality as well. Thank you for giving us these glimpses into his life.
Ann NC
Thank you, Team Z and Mayberry Farm.
We are so proud of, Ziconic.
Mary McCrea
Thank you Jerry, Ann, John, Mike, Lane’s End, and all at Mayberry! My question, does either of ‘Z’s’ colts have the inclination to Dressage Moves like their mother?
Ellen Brayshaw
Exceptional job Ladies of Mayberry and of course Team Z. Well, Ziconic looks like he’s holding back a secret in those expressive eyes. Could it be he has this all figured out just like his mamma? I think he just might. Thank you for these wonderful updates and journey in the legacy of Zenyatta…yours truly Ellen
Anne from Paramount
My oh my, this is a difficult photo to stop looking at…just mesmerizing! Thanks again Team Z!! Here is a BIG HUG to Ziconic’s mom!!
Debbie S.
Thank-you Mayberry Farm and Team Z. Ziconic is a beautiful boy,with such a presence and wise, knowing eye,like his momma.
judy from pahrump nevada
How blessed we are to still share in Zenyatta’s life and the lives of her babies through the kindness of the Mosses and Team Z. These opportunities always fill me with GREAT joy!!! Many thanks to all of you. I love the pics and news. Looking forward to the next posting.
Sue FLCPRC
Well said @judy
We are blessed to share in all of this. Family we are blessed to have each other.
love Sue
andrej
Ziconic you look well, i like your bridle reinghs and saddle, breeze carefully, not long time, on soft course, Take Charge Brandi in youtube ” 2015 Martha Washington stakes ” , i remembered Take Charge Indy, google ” horse racing nation Take Charge Indy ” , Take Charge Brandi you are good filly, have good rest before Honeybee G3 stakes and Kentucky Oaks G1, it will be well if course will be sloppy, on dry hard course dont breeze near fence, keep safe distance around of you, and breeze at lil lower speed than usually, the same wishes to California Chrome in Saturdays santa anita race 8 San Antonio G2 stakes, safe travel to all horses and all jockeys in near stakes, beautyfull Zenny Zi Coz kiss your soft noses, lil 14z im remembering you
Sue FLCPRC
Capper friends I am out of the game. I logged in this morning and got a message that I am out. Fantasy Capping is definitely a better game.
Until June Cappers have a Zentastic Day!
Sue
maureen ph[llips
It is 4am in California and am wide awake just staring at Red Prince’s elegant face, it is so aquiline and refined and set so Royally on that powerful neck with his ever compassionate eyes !, how could anyone not love that face. Some one described his coat as ‘Cashmere Velvet’ and I completely agree. This is perfection in motion.Somebody help, I need to go to bed, am sure the young Prince isn’t thinking of me but asleep and dreaming of running in the Derby. Men, that Blaze takes the cake. Good morning to all and Gods Blessings always. It is always well at Z Nation. Thank you so much Team Z , these treats keeps coming. LOL to all. Now am getting delirious, time to get some shut eye.
sheena.davies(wales)
Good luck to Sire de Grugy on his return at Newbury today!Hugs Sheena.