a great lesson horse, family-safe, kid friendly, he is just a dream. he can be a bit spicy sometime but over all he is a perfect pony for a little child. amazing first horse, he teaches alot. he is beautifull, his winter coat gets long and shaggy so he doesnt need a coat until its really cold. he doesnt like anything on him execpt fly boots and fly mask. he is a little rude when you saddle him, i would sugest a tie down since he likes to throw his head around, he doesnt buck or rear when you ride! currently he is wearing an egg bar shoe, and thats what works best. you need patience with him and when you are he will give so much back.