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I’m putting this out to the ‘universe’ to see if it returns the perfect fit for my mare, Brooklyn. I’ve owned Brooklyn for 4 years and she’s my best friend. She is an immensely talented mare who comes from a background of trauma, so her needs and opinions must be of top priority. She is a beautiful mare who has achieved great things and has been proven to be a great lesson horse, which is what’s caused me to think that her next step may be a part-lease in-barn option.
About Brooklyn:
- 9 year old purebred arabian
- Very sweet, smart, sensitive, talented, and beautiful mare
- Region V top 5 (3rd out of 16) in hunter pleasure
- Region V top 5 showmanship
- Skilled at simple lead changes, showmanship, equitation patterns
- Training on shoulder-in and other dressage movements
- Has not yet been on a trail ride but I think she will do great after a few times hacking out
She works best with someone who:
- Has some experience with dressage and natural horsemanship
- Has experience with Arabians / sensitive horses
- Is a soft hand and has a good, balanced seat
- Let’s her take her time to wrap her head around ‘scary’ things before moving forward (never gets mad)
- Gives her lots of snuggles and tells her ‘good job’
Details of lease option:
- In-barn lease at Dutch Hill facilities (Snohomish location)
- $500/month (can be discounted if you help with the self-care chores)
Includes:
- 1 ride per week with me where I give tips and 1-2 ‘free rides’ per week (I will ride her on the other days)
- Owner will oversee all prep for upcoming horse shows (bathing, clipping, administration of Gastroguard, planning schedule) w/support from Lessor
- Hauling to horse shows if both lessee and owner are showing the mare
- All food, care, vet costs, farrier, and other ongoing costs related to her care
- All tack, blankets, etc → you will use my things unless agreed upon otherwise
Excludes:
- Hauling her off premises without explicit permission from owner
- Anyone else handling and/or riding her
- Any and all costs related to showing if owner is not at the same show (e.g. if we are both showing, I will pay for her gastrogard….if you are showing, it’s your responsibility)
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