Handsome 16.1 TB

• Thoroughbred
• Bay
• Gelding
• 9 years
• 16.1 hands

• 3 lovely paces
• Good bloodlines
• Easy to catch

Maverick is a kind, genuine TB who was unfortunately mis-sold to me as a novice first horse. He is not suitable for a novice or nervous rider. He needs a confident, experienced handler who understands sensitive ex-racehorses and can offer him consistency, reassurance and clear boundaries.

He raced once in 2021 and has since been used for schooling, hacking (in company) and light jumping & dressage with a previous owner.

Up to date with physio, dentist, vaccinations, farrier and recent saddle fitting.

All rugs included.

Positives:

Lovely natured, enjoys fuss and attention

Easy to catch, clip

3 correct, rhythmical paces

Schools very well with an experienced rider

Goes nicely in the arena alone as long as he can still see or hear horses nearby

Has done dressage, hacking in company, and jumped previously.

No lumps or sacroids or health issues.

Good with mares or geldings, the Mares love him! Can be turned out individually or with herd.

Loads onto the trailer or lorry, still prefers another horse for travelling

What he needs (honest but fair):

Hacks in company only (not suitable for solo hacking)

Sensitive, intelligent and thrives on routine

Can have the odd TB spook – needs a rider who stays calm and confident

Very herd-orientated and happiest on a busier yard where he doesn’t feel isolated

Needs an experienced, confident rider who enjoys bringing on a sensitive horse

Ideal home:

A busy, experienced yard with:

Horses close by for security

Someone confident with ex-racers or sensitive TBs

A rider who enjoys a thoughtful, kind, but forward and sensitive horse.

He doesn't bite, kick and have never reared or bucked with me on him.

He has improved massively since I’ve owned him, and with a confident, consistent rider he has the potential to continue progressing. He thrives with clear boundaries, routine and reassurance.