The American Quarter Horse, also known as the Quarter Horse, originally comes from the U.S. and is the most common horse breed in the world. Worldwide, there are approximately 4.6 million registered Quarter Horses. The breed originated in the 17th Century, as rich plantation owners from Virginia and ... More about the horse breed American Quarter Horse
Zip is a very kind, loving, and sweet gelding. He is 15.3 hands and loves attention. I have used him mainly for trail riding as well as packing. He does well in an arena, but isn't fancy broke. Not for a beginner as he can sometimes be spooky and doesn't have the best confidence in himself, so I'd recommend a confident rider. That being said, I have led my young grandchildren around on him, but I wouldn't put a new rider on by themself.
He can get a little fresh and buddy sour with too much time off, but a few minutes of lunging has always done the trick for me.
I had originally gotten him for my husband, but they don't make a good pair. I have greatly enjoyed riding him and only looking for a new home for him because he needs a rationed, low-starch diet. Due to the nature of our business, we have to free feed our horses at times, and that is not suitable for Zip.
I typically leave him barefoot, except in the late summer and fall when I know I'll be taking him in rockier terrain. He does have some mild arthritis in his front left, but it's never required medication or time off. I easily still avg 5 mile rides in the mountains with no trouble.
Hoping to find him a loving home where someone can enjoy him as much as I have and give him the proper requirements he needs.
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