Calm (Project) Saddlebred for Light Riding

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$900

Calm (Project) Saddlebred for Light Riding

Price:

$900

Location:

Ramona, CA

Description:

Meet Finn!Heâs a Saddlebred (Amish Buggy Horse) gelding that is looking for a gentle, more experienced hand. Finn is about 17 ish years old and - as of February 23 of this year - UTD with vaccines, had his teeth floated, got dewormed, and had a thorough vet exam. He is completely sound; healthy overall. About 16 hh.Finn responds very well to an experienced horseman; lunges well, moves great, and is generally a calm soul. Heâs an easy keeper as far as feed goes (no special supplements required; on some grain, Bermuda and Alfalfa currently).He has been out on many walks with just halter and lead line and greatly enjoys this type of activity. He is not an easily spooked out horse and has basic ground manners. He is barefoot and stands for the farrier. Since he, a few years ago, came from auction, he is food insecure. This being said, he enjoys having his own designated hay bag and feeder and doesnât like any other horses in his space when eating. He is generally good with same sized horses. He is currently with our Shetland Pony.He also loads well; may just get a smidge hesitant â but confidently walks in if his horseman knows what heâs doing. The vet believes he may have slightly reduced sight on his right eye, which does not keep him from being used as a lightly ridden pleasure horse, however.Finn is shy/insecure when you meet him at first but an experienced horseman will enjoy this handsome boy and handle him easily, gaining his trust very quickly (weâve experienced it first hand). The vet believes he has been harshly handled with a whip as sudden and unexpected touch on his side/hip/rear âcanâ make him kick occasionally as a defense response. However, it is not a pain response (he has been thoroughly evaluated for injuries â there are none). Finn apparently has been ridden in the past but has been sitting at his previous ownerâs house for a while â but we can tell he absolutely enjoys light work. With some dedication and consistency, he will be a wonderful companion ready to trust and be loyal to his more experienced horseman/rider - possibly some light trail riding?!Please feel free to reach out with more questions or to see Finn if you have serious interest.This boy has potential and we would love to see him thrive â even if itâs on a large, lush green pasture where he can enjoy the good herd life and occasional walk with his trusted owner, in a safe home.

Breed:

Saddlebred

Category:

Horses

Sex:

Male

Posted:

March 6 on Horseclicks