Chance

Chance is a Beautiful, Smooth, Gentle Gaited 14-year-old American Spotted Saddle gelding. He stands at 15.2 and is the gentle giant. He came from an owner of 8 years and obviously was well cared for and very well trained. He has all the accolades one would look for in a horse.

Ground manners: He is quiet and calm when tied, and I usually only need to ground tie him because he stands where I leave him. (seen in my videos) Loves grooming, great for a farrier, vet, picks up his feet to clean daily. Loads beautifully and travels great, quiet, and very patient.

Round pen: He lunges with a lead and without a lead. Walks or gaits when cued. He will come to you and follow around the arena w/o a lead. Backs up on cue as well. (seen in video)

Lessons: I have been taking lessons with him for many months to help me improve my riding knowledge. He has been patient with me and doesn’t fluster over my miscues. He knows leg pressure and is versatile with direct rein and also neck rein. He knows one rein stops. Backs up calmly and moves hind quarters and fore quarters well. I have done a few obstacles (logs, tires, going between cones).

General information: He is not bothered by pistol shooting, flags, umbrellas, carrot stick slapping on the ground, or balls. He has been around farm equipment and dogs and is fine around all of it. He was used for trail riding and camping by his previous owner. I have ridden on trail with groups, and he does well in any position (lead, middle, last). He stands well for mount and will rack out as well if needed. He walks off with loose rein or will wait patiently until cued to move out. He has a smooth-running walk and smooth gait. (seen in multiple videos).

Most importantly, his sweet disposition. He follows me around a lot on my property. I can lead him also without a rope. I wanted to grow old with him, but due to some recent health restrictions, I cannot keep him. He loves apples and carrots, which I give him often. At put-up time and feeding time, all I do is call him, and he comes running and goes straight into his stall and stands right in front of his trough. He will wait till I get there. It’s really so heartwarming. He also loves his fly mask, which I will send with him. (I also have a Circle Y Topeka Trail Flex 2 padded western saddle sz.15 seat that’s available for sale if interested, fits him very well). I will also send the bit I have used, if anyone would like. He is an easy keeper and would make a great companion on the trail.