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Breed: American Quarter Horse, Arabian Gender: Mare Age: 7 Height: 13.2hh Color: Buckskin Disciplines: Companion, Other Adoption fee: $1,800 Location: Heart of Phoenix — Shoals, WV PLEASE NOTE: THE INQUIRY FORM ON THIS PAGE IS NOT THE HEART OF PHOENIX ADOPTION APPLICATION ADOPTION FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE IF A HORSE IS IN TRAINING. PLEASE INQUIRE FOR MOST RECENT FEES This horse is an upper level horse and not ready for adoption, yet. SHE IS A COMPANION ADOPTION ONLY - NO RIDING Lacy 2017 Appalachian Brumby Pony Buttermilk Buckskin Mare 13.1 hh FEE: $1800 This beautiful 9-year-old 13.1 hand Appalachian Brumby mare continues to make progress daily, though it may not be the type of progress that people are accustomed to seeing. Lacy’s progression is the type of progression that is slow, but warms your heart. It’s a gentle nicker (when there’s no food involved - she’s just happy to see you coming). It’s allowing you to walk up to her while she’s laying down in a sunny paddock. It’s being able to stand in cross-ties with tractors and a bunch of farmers running around just feet behind her. Her progress is measured in trust. Though Lacy makes you work to earn her trust (and really, she has to work to earn our trust as well - so the playing fields are pretty even), I promise you - it’s worth it. This mare is one that would walk into battle for “her person”, and I strongly believe that. Lacy has walked into her own mental “battles” for me. Lacy has gone from being the mare that would tremble if you walked too close to her behind to the mare that stands confidently and allows you to play with her tail. Lacy has gone from the mare that barely tolerated being brushed to the mare that cocks a leg and falls asleep when you run a body brush over her. Lacy has transformed from a horse that only needed people to deliver her meals into a horse that enjoys being brought out of the paddock and enjoys seeing what challenge you’re giving her that day. Now - all that to say, she IS still a horse with a feral background. She does still have her days where she’s a little “off”, her sessions where she’s not interested, and her moments where she’s flighty. Shes got quirks. But if you are searching for a true partner in a horse, this is your girl. Lacy thrives on connection and leadership. She is certainly not for a beginner handler, but if you are confident and experienced, you and Lacy could go far. I could absolutely see this mare competing in hand (and kicking butt) or in liberty competitions, or I could also see her thriving with her own person who wants to have a horse to love on. In hand trail competitions? She would love the challenge. Trail walks side-by-side with her human? She’s definitely game. While she’s not overly affectionate, she does offer moments of “I love you, too” that are sure to melt your heart… like she’s melted mine. I’m excited for this “home stretch” with Lacy - our final 100ish days of training before the ATFO in August. Stay tuned for continued updates, future adventures and of course … more photos and videos of this beauty. Many many many heartfelt “thank-you”’s to the one and only Shelbey Christ Photography for getting these incredible photos of Lacy Girl this week. She captured her beauty (and her soft eye!). Adoption fees may be outdated, as a horse may have moved into training, so check us on most current fee. Horses typically adopted UTD on vaccines, dental floats, farrier care and all vet needs. Horse Locations Typically: West Virginia – Kentucky – Virginia – Ohio – Maryland – PA – NC Please inquire about a horse's specific location when you apply! We are looking to adopt to safe homes. A history of good horsemanship, the ability to provide sufficient care with good vet, farrier and peer references are important. If you are a first time horse owner, we will require you to board at a facility for the first year while you learn more about care. We encourage everyone to take advantage of riding lessons. Foal adoptions require previous, established experience with youngsters. Our adoption process makes sure you get the right horse for you – it is a no fail process for finding the right match. Apply at https://www.wvhorserescue.org/adopt PLEASE NOTE: THE INQUIRY FORM ON THIS PAGE IS NOT THE HEART OF PHOENIX ADOPTION APPLICATION Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue is a rescue; this horse is for adoption, not for sale. Message Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue here on tacktack to ask about Lacy - Liberty Partner or COMPANION and the adoption process. Rescue website: http://www.wvhorserescue.org Original listing on My Right Horse: https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-american-quarter-horse-arabian-from-shoals-lacy-liberty-partner-or-companion
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