Ruger has ground basics. He leads, ties, stands for farrier & vet. He understands pressure & respects handlers space. He is very sweet with no bite or kick. He is with 5 mares & is low horse. He gets along well with other horses. I have had a saddle on him & he had zero reaction. I have also laid across the saddle & he just looked at me. He has a beautiful gait & canter in the round pen & field.