NEER North
52 Ash Street, West Newbury, MA 01985
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Buster – QH Gelding

BreedQuarter Horse
GenderGelding
Height14.3
DOB2009
ColorLiver Chestnut
Adoption Fee$1000
 
Buster is a very sweet 16 yr old QH gelding who came to us through no fault of his own. He was a much loved foster fail from another rescue and was used in a therapeutic program at one time. Buster has perfect ground manners and is great for the vet and farrier. He is good with children and loves attention! He has been living with a few mini and donkeys friends. Buster is UTD on everything.
 
From our Trainer:

● Buster has a history of bucking under saddle
● Buster lunges WTC – he has a nice, forward trot
● Buster loves hanging out with his herd mates – he is a bit insecure outside of his paddock, but has been improving everyday
● Can be a little fussy/pushy when he in uncertain/anxious
● VERY responsive with lateral groundwork exercises – yielding the hind end, back ups, head down etc

Initially Buster had a hard time taking any forward steps (felt ‘stuck’) undersaddle, but now is moving off of leg nicely. Buster has been working with our trainer for a few months now – he goes WT undersaddle, goes over poles/cavalettis and hacks out in the field. Buster does have some anxiety that we are working on getting to the bottom of. His anxiety leads to tension and the tension can lead to him crow hopping if not addressed. Our trainer is working on the basics with him, as well as posture training to build his topline and core strength. At this time, he is available as the sweetest companion, or to an experienced rider that is willing to take the time and patience with him that he needs. He shows great potential for being an undersaddle horse with all the buttons, it may just take time and patience until his full potential shows. He will continue his training here at NEER North, check back for updates!

 

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