16hh 9yo Thoroughbred Gelding – All-rounder

• Thoroughbred
• Bay
• Gelding
• 9 years
• 16hh / 163cm

• ROR Eligible
• Trainable attitude
• Willing to learn

Shelby is a genuine, kind-hearted Thoroughbred gelding with a sweet nature, willing attitude and trainable mindset. ROR eligible. He is a forward-going horse with a big stride and plenty of engine, so wouldn't be suitable for a novice. That said, he is not naughty or dangerous – he does not buck, rear or bolt. He simply enjoys getting on with the job and is best suited to a confident, capable rider who can make the most of his ability. Shelby has a sensible outlook and enjoys having a job. He schools nicely in the arena and hacks alone or in company. 

We have owned Shelby for the last five years. My partner originally bought him to play polocrosse after he came out of racing, and he competed successfully in polocrosse, however it became clear that this wasn't the sport for him. I then spent six months reschooling him in dressage, before Shelby was loaned to a teenage boy for a year. During his loan he was regularly schooled, hacked and competed in online dressage. 

Unfortunately, due to a lack of transport, he has not had the opportunity to compete in person in dressage or other disciplines. Due to a change in circumstances, the loan has now ended and Shelby has spent the last nine weeks being professionally schooled. I no longer have the time required to keep him in consistent work, so this is a very difficult sale. 

Shelby can occasionally be seen to windsuck around feed times. This is mild and is reflected in his price. He is good to shoe, catch, groom and tack up. He is currently fit and in work and ready to continue his education with his new rider. He would suit a knowledgeable home looking for a talented, genuine horse to enjoy dressage, riding club activities, showjumping or eventing.

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