I've made it quite clear that this is not a firesale. We're not in a hurry and we're very picky regarding the new homes that these horses will go to. We have, over the years, endeavoured to sell all horses to excellent homes. However, on some occasions we have been very disappointed by their new owners, so we are even more cautious now.
So to (at least in part) answer some of the questions as to what we're looking for, here is a bit of a guide. Please note the the position in the list does not imply importance. All points are important to us, and while we're willing to make some compromises, none are possible where the horses' welfare is concerned. Particularly when it comes to the stallions, we need to be convinced that they will be properly cared for.
We will look at:
- good facilities & fencing, especially for stallions
- experience in handling, especially if stallions are concerned
- riding experience
- reputation
- previous dealings with us
- long term goals
- willingness to stand stallion at stud
- willingness to attend to paperwork and correct registation
- enthusiam for the breed
We've put a lot of work into building up our Saddlebred herd and these last horses to go are the ones we consider the most genetically valuable ones. It is very sad to see them go. We would like them to go where they will be not only well cared for, but where they will contribute to the breed in this country.
