Major is a 5 yr old draft cross gelding that we have owned for approximately 2 years. He is everyone’s absolute favorite. He has a sweet, goofy personality and LOVES attention. Super easy to catch even out in a big pasture, he knows his name and will come when called. He is perfect for the vet and farrier, no stocks needed.

On the ground Major is a perfect gentleman, adults to little kids, he pays attention to where he is placing his big feet. Anyone of any size can groom, fly spray, pick his feet, tack up (some with a stool). We don’t clip anything other than bridle paths but he is a perfect gentleman for that. He will come to you to be caught even in a big pasture. He will lower his big head and give those learning the time to get his halter figured out. Easy to tack and bridle.

Under saddle Major is a dream to ride. Will side pass over to pick you up from the mounting block (or stump/fallen tree). He has three amazing gaits, trot is big and floaty without being bounced out of the tack. Canter is like sitting on a rocking horse. He knows his leads but may miss the right lead occationally if his rider isn't asking correctly. He side passes, pivots on the forehand and haunches and backs easily. Major is very forgiving of mistakes and is happy to cart beginners around. I think he has the potential to be so much more than an up-down lesson horse. He has done some lover level dressage clinics and the trainers were super impressed with him! He has done some local shows and nothing phases him. He has been lightly started over cross rails and has been very willing and careful with his feet.

Major has extensive trail experience both on and off property. He will cross down trees, water, bridges, pretty much anything you point him at. He will lead, follow or ride in the middle of the group. He is brave and his spook is more of a startle in place. He has seen deer, turkey, pheasant, racoons and I am sure things that I don’t even want to know about in the pasture. Major has been over night camping and stood at the hitching rail like a gentleman all night.

Major is up to date on all cares, including shots, coggins, dewormer, farrier, chiropractic and dental. He is currently barefoot but was shod when we got him. Never any lameness, soundness or health issues. No maintenance, I have him on a joint supplement just because of his size and age. He is respectful of fences both high tensile and wood. He does know what hot wire is, however it has never been his primary fence.

This is a hard one to list. We adore him but its time for him to find his family. Please checkout our website for more details, photos and videos.
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