Crayola is 14-15 years old. She stands 13.1 hands. Crayola has taught my son to ride. He has been Jr rodeoing off of her all season. Crayola is safe! She will walk, trot, canter but she prefers to walk and trot. She will canter with an aggressive rider. Crayola trail rides the very best and will cross anything. Not afraid of dogs (we have 9) cows, chickens, four wheelers. Great ground manners! No kick, bite, buck or rear. Easy for the little ones to lead. She has front shoes on. Stands for the farrier.