16.2hh | 6yo PBA (WB x Arab) Gelding

• Arab Part Bred
• Piebald
• Gelding
• 6 years
• 16.1 hands (LHC)

• A very special young horse with an exceptional future
• Two full siblings placed in HOYS last 3 years

Lockie is a quality young gelding with outstanding presence and truly exceptional paces. He is a fabulous prospect with a bright future ahead of him in a variety of disciplines.

Carefully produced and backed by myself last year, Lockie has been slowly and thoughtfully brought on, and is now riding away nicely and ready to begin his career. He would excel as a show horse (with striking, symmetrical markings—his full brothers have both placed at HOYS in the past three years), or equally in dressage, eventing, show jumping, or endurance. He has outstanding rhythm, three expressive paces, and a particularly eye-catching, floating canter.

Lockie is light, balanced, and athletic, with a lovely way of going. He is barefoot and up to date with vaccinations (flu/tetanus). He hacks out confidently both alone and in company, and is happy to lead or follow.

He is not suitable for a novice rider - Lockie is a sensitive, intelligent horse who thrives with a competent, consistent rider and a calm, quiet environment. He would be best suited to a small, knowledgeable yard with a good routine and daily turnout. Once he builds a partnership, he is an absolute dream to ride.

Lockie is a very sweet natured horse, but he is sensitive to his environment and the energy of those around him, he will form a strong bond with the right person. He is currently settled with a farrier and vet he is comfortable with.

This is a truly heartbreaking sale. I have owned Lockie since he was a yearling and never imagined I would part with him. However, due to a change in my personal circumstances and increased family commitments, I can no longer give him the consistent time and work he needs and deserves. As I approach my 60s, I feel he would be far better suited to someone younger, who can dedicate the time and energy to bring out his full potential.

A very special home is essential for this much-loved horse.

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