Contemplating selling (

[JadeWisc]

I am thinking about selling my 5 yr old AQHA Gelding.
I have had many horses in my family come and go in my life and I have been sad, but it was never in my hands. Chester is the first horse that I bought on my own and am entirely responsible for. I am just finding the thought of the whole thing very sad and stressful. The truth is he is phenomenal. He is calm,smart,gorgeouus, and virtually spook free. I love him in every way except I have to be honest with myself that I cannot take him to his full potential. I bought him as a newly turned 3 yr old. he is 5 now and I am now realising he and I may not be the best match.

He deserves to be with someone that has the ability , time, and knowledge to make him the GREAT horse that he is all around. His breeding and background are some of the best AQHA horses that are/have ever been in the business.I also feel that he is show potential and I am only interested in trail and hacking right now for me and my family.With my 3 kids I think that I should find a more trail suited older(10 ish) horse that will suit us better and needs less work. We also have another 2 yr old gelding (his brother) that is going need alot of time . The problem is that I cannot seem to come to terms with the idea of letting him go. I think Sorry to whine about it,this has just been on my mind. I need some coaxing and reassuring that I am doing the right thing and not copping out or giving up on him and myself (myself really) I just think it is the best for both of us.

 

[pixie]

Does he seem happy with what you do with him? If he's happy and you enjoy riding him, then I don't see the problem.


Seriously, horses are not ambitious! They're happy knowing that they have a constant supply of food and water, space for a bit of a run around, and some cuddles.

 

[JadeWisc]

he is happy Pixie

...but he is not to his full training needs. He does not neck reign yet....he does act up and needs a very confident disciplined hand, and he really should be (at his age) with someone who has the time to put the miles on him. With as good of a horse in every other way that he is , I would hate to see this stage in his life go by with what he needs as far as work goes.When they are younger I feel that riding very often, as in most everyday, makes them better horses. I have no time for that with him. By the time I am done with my chores with the animlas and household duties I usually have to save all of my riding for the weekends.I also have a 12 yr old daughter that I would love to see be able to just Hop on and older docile horse and head off to build her confidence.

 

[JadeWisc]

ok...now it is getting very real

A man just left ,that rides him often, and wants him. He made me an offer on the spot when I mentioned possible sale. I have to get over it and make up my mind and deal with this. I am just so scared that I will have regrets

 

[pixie]

How about you fully loan your horse to him and see how you cope with it, and suggest that you discuss whether he wants to buy it or not in 6 months.

If you're going to sell him, you'll feel better if its someone you know and trust.

 

[Tia]

Do you like this man? Does your horse like this man? Will they look after each other and make each other happy? Can he afford to keep the horse in a good and decent manner?

Figure this out and then you will have your answer.

 

[JadeWisc]

The man loves him....He is very good with Chester and "makes" him listen but not in an over harsh way. Chester for some reason has always responded to men differently/better. They live very close by as well. I wouldnt call them a "wealthy" family by any means, but both he and wife are working so I assume (without knowing and not wanting to ask) that money is ok with them. whats happens down the road I suppose would be out of my hands. I can only hope for the perfect ending and try my hardest to turn it in that direction from the start

 

[JadeWisc]

a thought to think about.....but,perhaps a liability/legal hassle that I may not want to mess with . Also I am not to up on leasing/loaning protocol

 

[Bess]

It sounds to me like this man is the perfect buyer for the horse, he already knows him and likes him. And it would leave you time for your other horse.