Glorious George!
Full up 15.2h 4yr old chaps registered gelding.
George is as close to a true gentleman as you could probably get. His ground manners are nothing but impeccable, Good to catch, load, lead, tie up, brush in every little inch of his body. Great for the farrier (hot shod, on fronts). He absolutely adores a cuddle. I haven't yet clipped him but it is on the cards and I have no doubts about him being absolutely faultless. He shares a field with mares or geldings, or both, or alone, absolutely no problem. He is very respectful of electric fencing. He is happy to be stabled, and shows no vices or untowards behavior.
He's ridden life is just as good. Although recently backed, and he is green, he is so willing and honest. Gives everything a good try. Starting to work in a lovely outline, walk and trot being his best paces, but still just as good with the canter, just a little unbalanced and rushed. He's popping small jumps nicely and showing willingness towards them.
Out on the roads, all I can say, is what an amazing ride he is. He just goes out at the speed you ask, goes where you ask to go, and looks back at you for the reassurance if there is something he is a little unsure about. Absolutely none of this "Let's run away!"..
I don't think George has a buck or rear in him to be honest... I think he's a little bit too laid back for that! But then again when I say laid back, I don't mean kick along, because he is an active and responsive ride, although by no means would I say you spend more time holding him back because that's certainly not the case! He quite literally just does as you ask, and if he isn't able to, he sure does try his heart out to please you.
George is a very well built boy, and has an absolutely huge frame! But at the same time he isn't a heavyweight cob. He's just that nice type that will be athletic enough to go and do a days hunting, or give a little bit of eventing ago but also looks flash enough in the show ring, or in the dressage arena.
He knows all the basics, and he sure is safe enough doing it. But he is still a 4-year-old, and does ask you the questions at times when he doesn't quite understand, so for that reason no total novices please. I think this boy will go a long way in the right hands. But at the same time I don't think he would be wasted as just a happy hack!
I could ramble on about this boy for ages, because he's just so easy, and such a gentleman. I'd say greenness is his only flaw, but what do you expect for a 4-year-old?
6750 to include his tack.
East Yorkshire.
Open to any vetting, viewing, expert or instructors opinion.
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