Elliot is a once in a lifetime horse. He checks off so many desirable traits people look for in a dressage horse. He has 3 nice gaits, with suspension in the trot which can develop into nice collection, a ground covering canter that is easy for him to collect, and a clear overtracking 4 beat walk. He has the sweetest temperament too. Easy around the barn with tying, leading, washing, etc. He also hacks out well on trail. He has even taken an 8 year old out on trail and people who have never ridden before out on trail and camping. Elliot is well rounded in jumping too, with experience in both stadium jumping and cross country. He's a get on and go kinda horse. Elliot gives the rider a good feeling, and is easy forward, not exhausting to ride, and not hot. No rear, buck, bolt or spook. He is a horse, but he is an honest guy who tries so hard to please. He has a wonderful work ethic and is easy to teach. He is First Level dressage, schooling Second Level, with the ability to move up the levels. He has been there and done that. Just a really nice horse for someone lucky enough to own him!