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- All Around, Athletic, Cowboy Mounted Shooting, Draft, Dressage, Driving, Equitation, Experienced, Finished, Flashy, Horsemanship, Hunt Seat Equitation, Husband Safe, Lesson, Performance, Pony Club, Ranch, Ranch Versatility, Ranch Work, Ridden Western, Show, Showmanship, Trail
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The new and IMPROVED Rock is back officially looking for his new partner!!
Many people might remember our attempt last year with the mini series of “Find Rock a New Home.” Full details for those who missed it can be found on my page Moonshine Farm. This special boy has so much to offer but it became clear that he may have indeed had “a little extra.” Long story short, Mr Studly was in fact, party still a stud.... (read more) Always proving his uniqueness, he had to have not just one, but TWO cryptorchid surgeries with our vet friends down at the U of M. On the second attempt, they retrieved a testicle high up in his abdomen. We are now 7 weeks post op and doing fabulous! Rock has discovered girls maybe aren’t the coolest thing on the face of the planet and has decided that food is his favorite instead. He passed his recent exam with flying colors and is ready to find his perfect new pasture! If you are looking for a solid trail partner, who is young, talented and pretty enough to do more, keep reading for more info!
“ROCK”
2016 Grade Haflinger gelding, 14h and 1100lbs (meaning this dude is a tank)
Rock is as solid of a trail horse as you could ask for. This guy has hacked out many many miles, on trails and down the road. He rides out alone like a champ or is happy to go with a buddy too. While some horses might need some hand holding or a confidence boost, that’s not Rock. His attitude is eager and willing to do new things and explore new places. He’ll walk if that's your jam, but will move out easy if you wish. He will lope down the trail, but he’s not so sure about the arena walls inside on that one yet. This handy dude will neck and direct rein, move off seat and leg pressure without any need for artificial encouragement. Heck he’s handy enough to go work cows tomorrow if someone wanted (though maybe due for some conditioning first).
Rock is a super fun ride and a testament to the haflinger breed. He’s pretty enough to hit the show ring if someone wants to teach him, otherwise is absolutely content to be your best trail buddy around. He was driven in the past too, but that’s been many years so would need a refresher. He has had beginners on him, though I recommend they have some confidence and assistance, as he can get pushy sometimes if allowed.
Rock is utd on his cares with no special needs. However he is an extremely easy keeper so his weight should be monitored and grass very limited. No history or founder because his people have always been very mindful (metabolic panel done last year). Currently barefoot and does fine, though if someone were to do a lot of rocky riding, he might like some boots or a set of fronts.
Rock lunges, stalls (though coming off of 7 weeks of cumulative rest this winter that might not be his top choice), respects electric fence, stands for vet and farrier, trailers and ties.
I can’t yet say if he will do ok living in a herd with mares. I haven’t tested it. As a young horse he did and that was fine, but he did full mount and many people find that annoying. However, he has been exposed to mares at my place (including one in a raging heat who really came onto him) and he has now handled all of that with a night and day difference from last year. My goal with his surgery was that he could hopefully coexist in a world with girls and not live 100% on edge. That goal has absolutely been achieved!
I adore this horse and though it’s been a journey that I have enjoyed, it’s time Rock starts his next chapter. Until he goes, he will start being used in my lesson program again and getting legged up. Grab him now at the start of the season and I can work a much better deal now vs later.
Loads of pics and videos available upon request. Here is our most recent, and his first ride back. This was his second ride in 6 months and first in 8 weeks. He was lunged to get the yahoos out and then was all ready to work. Watch Youtube Video
Listed at seven.five.zero.zero
Located in Duluth MN
Saddle available at additional
