I've been on and off the fence about rehoming Portia for several years, to no fault of hers. She had many years of professional training and was shown before we purchased in 2016. Longest part of the video was done 'in the rough', with no preparation after not being used since last Autumm (to no fault of Portia's, owner has been having health issues). Rider hadn't ridden her before, and Portia is trying hard to do what is being asked of her. Portia has tons of training (well broke.... lots of buttons). Up until this year I've had girls/women sporadically over to ride Portia for the fun of it. Simple riding, nothing fancy, mostly walk/trot, little canter (definitely underused). Trained thru second level dressage, been shown Hunter Pleasure, Halter Classes+ by previous owner/trainer. Portia is a very well-bred and high-quality Mare. Own Daughter of Champion Stallion 'Justafire DGL' and producer of accomplished show winners, and also a Granddaughter of Numaa++ (Dam's side). DNA typed and Sweepstakes Nominated. Evaluated on her conformation and movement as a prospective PSG, National level horse by international Judges (valued at $25,000 when she was younger). Doesn't need special care or extra maintenance, medications, injections, etc. Up to date on 4-way (Flu/Tet), de-worming, hoof trim and dental. Well behaved for farrier and vetting. When turned out she is easy to halter (she doesn't try to avoid me) and take back to the barn. Respectful stall manners and tidy in her stall and paddock area. For riding, Portia appreciates a rider with soft hands and a balanced seat. Where you look is where she goes, when in sync with her rider. Portia has been used by different ages and levels of riders since we've had her, with supervision and/or lessons at our private barn with small outdoor arena. She's well behaved in hand, grooming, tacking up, mounting and dismounting, etc. I would like to see Portia with a partner that can use to full potential, do her justice. An assortment of blankets, leather halter with name engraved, neck cover, leg wraps, misc., will go with her. Your own pre-purchase exam will be welcome, along with trainer evaluation, etc. When Portia leaves, we want new owner/s to be tickled pink with her. $5850/cash, to a great home. No trades. Please call (3-six-zero)366-3631 (landline, no text), for more information. Thank you.
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