Dude was trained to ride with ease and a gentle hand. He is intelligent, has a loving nature, and has a strong desire to please. He truly enjoys being around people Dude is so many things most notable, he is loving, affectionate, kind, dependable, respectful, safe, and gentle. Dude is a horse the entire family can enjoy. He’s the horse that everyone wants to ride, no surprises. Dude is a rare find; it would be hard to find another one like him, he is an all-around horse. That feeling of safety and security in having a horse that is so dependable is most times unattainable, but with Dude, it is if you’re looking for the perfect gaited horse. He is always quiet and trustworthy when riding out alone or with a group of horses in the front, middle, or back of the pack he doesn’t get excited or anxious. When other horses take off ahead of him, he could care less. He has been written everywhere! I honestly don’t believe there’s anything he has encountered on and off the trails. Dude has been in our local parades and attended horse shows always very relaxed with you in the saddle and has more whoa than go. He is surefooted on trail and will walk through ditches, cross creeks, up mountains, across logs, and bridges, and goes in deep, or shallow water. Kids can even use him as a diving board in deep water (example of this in the video) the children can crawl all over Dude, and he doesn’t mind. He loves the attention. One of my favorite things about him is his sweet, gentle, pocket personality. You don’t need to worry about having trouble mounting Dude. He will side pass for you to mount or dismount from. Step stool ladder, bucket, mounting block, fence gate, log, concrete boulder, or even a tailgate! He would be great in a field trial atmosphere. He’s wonderful with dogs being all around him. He pays absolutely no mind to them. Dude willingly picks up all four feet and stands quietly for the Ferrier, clipping, tacking up, and bathing. He loads in the trailer with no issues and backs out perfectly. The kids can even load and unload him. It’s worth noting that he also hauls quietly and stands quietly with no-nonsense pawing or anxious attitude about him. He is just truly a wonderful horse to be around. Dude is well trained, has a nice 4 feet gait, and will lope when asked. He side passes and backs on command. Dude has been ridden in town and is ultimately traffic-safe. He pays no mind to barking dogs, motorcycles, cars, trucks, lawnmowers, tractors, or the noise of any other commotion he encounters. You can also shoot guns or crack whips off of Dude. He is almost bombproof. You can catch him anywhere out in the pasture. If you’re looking for a genuine, safe, equine partner. Please feel free to come and ride Dude. He can be your forever horse. I’m sure you will fall in love with his sweet personality. *FOR MORE INFO VISIT MyHorseConnection.com OR call (270) 627-4881**