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Thaliya is a 6 year old 15.3 thoroughbred mare who requires a firm and experienced owner. Unfortunately my circumstances have changed meaning I don’t have the time she needs, and I’ve come to terms with the fact that she requires a more confident and experienced owner.
Generally, she has a sweet nature, but can be difficult to handle at times - she is very strong minded and if she doesn’t feel like cooperating, she won’t. So, she needs someone who will work with her on the ground first and show her who’s boss. She’s very intelligent and does learn quickly - she just requires consistency and confidence, which I can’t give her.
Hacking wise, she loves to explore and generally is very relaxed and happy, although sometimes she might get anxious and back up (classic chestnut mare style 🙈). With some encouragement and confidence though she will proceed and she has never done anything dangerous on a hack such as rearing, spinning or bucking.
There have been times where I’ve not ridden her for a month, and been able to get on her for a hack with no drama - she’s not one of those that needs to be consistently worked in order to keep calm. In fact, the less work, the happier she is 😅
In the school, she is challenging but has never been consistently schooled to get through the issues - she does not like to relax or go forward, and looks for excuses to get out of work and go nicely. She gets tense, and does not bend or go on the bit, but she shows potential and just needs someone with experience to get through the baby moments.
She has done some flat work, poles and mini jumps, and gets excited at the sight of those. I would classify her as completely untrained though as it’s been a while since she had consistent school work - green and requires a fresh start schooling wise.
She needs someone confident, firm but fair, who will not be intimidated by her strong personality. She is an incredibly clever horse and learns quick, so you have to be one step ahead of her otherwise she will outsmart you.
She has been barefoot for over two years with no issues, has had saddle, teeth, and jabs done in the past 2 months. She is happy in her stable or out in the field, and does not get involved in any drama if horses are running around her - she just gets her head down and eats. She is good to load although hasn’t been transported for a while, so might need some encouragement.
I’m not desperate to sell quick as she needs to go to a good home, so happy to answer any and all questions and will be fully transparent.
Please message me for more information!