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Would you sell a pony to an adult?

Pony squishers, did you have any problems with sellers? When I'm eventually able to horse hunt properly, I'd like to be looking at anything 13 hands and upwards. But being 5'7", I wonder whether some sellers would have an issue?
 
If they weren't too heavy I'd be delighted (if they were a good home!). Our last pony went to a home where the mother was small enough to ride him too, and that was another plus point as I knew he was likely to stay with them forever because of that (the elder sister was still on a pony at 16 too).
 
Depends on the pony. Ther are some 14hh out there who can carry more weight than some small horses. So as long as the weigh wasnt an issue I think in some cases it can be better than going to a home for a child. As the pony is less likely to be moved on.
 
I bought a young and green mare to bring on and sell a couple of years ago. She turned out to be too sharp for child and needed a quiet and confident adult owner. At just under 14 hands, I thought she would prove difficult to sell but I managed to find a lovely lady who was fairly small and confident to take her on - and it only took me a week! Just goes to show that there are adults out there who are willing to buy ponies and I would definitely sell a pony to an adult again. As long as the pony is physically able to cope with the weight of the rider then I see no problem.
 
I love ponies!!! After having a 16.3 tb who I totally lost my confidence with because if her health problems (rip dizzy) I will never buy over 16hh again. Sharing saffy our 14.2 welsh d with my stepdaughter has been wonderful and even when stepdaughter is ready for a step up saffy will always have a home with us :) and when I am ready to get my own project again I will either be looking at highlands or welshes :) I can see what the issue would be as long as the buyer wasn't too heavy and the said pony was going to a good home!
 
I hope so, because after I've sold Barry (hopefully!) I will be looking for something 14.2 (to 15 :p). I'm 5'1" and have, thanks to owning my first actual horse, realised I prefer big ponies!
 
Jinx94 said:
I'm currently at 10.5 stone, and am trying to drop a little more, but I doubt I'll ever get below 10 without looking ill! It would mostly be chunkier or native types I'd be looking at.
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My cob is 14hhs on his tippy toes, but he is an absolute tank of a horse, wider that he is taller! He wouldnt even notice you were on board :D and pretty much any decently put together native would carry you! :)
 
My pony had a younger rider before I brought him 2 years ago - he's 14hh but rides more like a horse - has a big stride and can carry 12st for light hacking - I'd like him to go to an adult again - not because he's strong or sharp but I wouldnt want him spoilt and becoming naughty x
 
hnmisty said:
I hope so, because after I've sold Barry (hopefully!) I will be looking for something 14.2 (to 15 :p). I'm 5'1" and have, thanks to owning my first actual horse, realised I prefer big ponies!
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Ooh look at welsh ds! I was never fussed by them until saffy came into our lives and now I am totally in love and obsessed! They seem to be such versatile little horses and such a pleasure to own! Saffy has the biggest personality. Yes she can be a little trouble maker and is far too smart for her own good! But she thrives off learning, totally bombproof, definitely not boring and takes everything on the chin :) plus she had paces to die for! Oh and she is a jumping machine! Most importantly I feel totally safe with her :) love the welshes!
 
AmiRobertson said:
Ooh look at welsh ds!

Saffy has the biggest personality. Yes she can be a little trouble maker and is far too smart for her own good! But she thrives off learning, totally bombproof, definitely not boring and takes everything on the chin :) plus she had paces to die for! Oh and she is a jumping machine! Most importantly I feel totally safe with her :) love the welshes!
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^^^ Agreed - Welsh D's are not for everyone but you get the best of both.

My little Welshie D rides like a horse but is very hardy and strong even though he's older and a very clever wee fella x
 
I often wonder what went through the mind of the seller when all twenty stone of me turned up to buy an 11hh pony :D
 
hnmisty said:
Ah now, years ago my neighbour told me to avoid section D's because they are all little sods :p although I did see a nice looking one for sale t'other day...

Want to buy my TB off me so I can start looking at things with stumpier legs? Lol
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Ah after dizzy I doubt I will have a tb again but never say never.
Yes they are little sods but they also charm their way into your lives ;)
 
My daughter and I are both 5'7" and we have a 13.2 and a 14hh, both are built like tanks we love them! It's a shame we get sniggered at tho by a couple of other liveries, some people think adults have to ride horses:(
 
As long as they got on with the horse being sold, yes!

I am only 5ft 1" and look stupid on anything over 15hh! I don't even look too leggy on a 12hh lol I would secretly love a Highland, so me and OH can ride as they are small enough for me but wide enough and sturdy enough to carry him.
 
I wouldn't have a problem selling a pony to an adult. I would be more concerned about the weight of rider/horse ratio. As long as that was ok happy days. I would say though i'm 5'7 and long legs so if i sit on a 13.2 or under i just look pathetic. You might as well saddle up the German Sheperd!! I need a chunky 14hh upwards or i tend to ride too short, then my knees start to roll over the saddle top. Worth thinking about when viewing a pony. You could take a picture then see how you look to help you make your decision.
 
This is good to know, I'm hoping by winter 2014 or spring 2015 I will be ready and able to acquire a horse/pony again, I have always loved the chunky ponies, highlands in particular, though I used to ride any size (way back when Nelson still had 20/20 eyesight). I'm not that tall 5'5" ish but weigh nigh on 10 stone!
 
My daughter and I are both 5'3 and have just bought a little 13.3 gelding. He's of uncertain parentage but more welsh than anything. He's a lovely height and so easy to handle on the ground as he feels like a big dog.
 
One thing to bear in mind is the length of back that the pony has - can it accommodate a long enough saddle for you? (this doesn't necessarily equate directly to your height, more your build and thigh length).
 
Top tip on riding in a saddle that is patently too small for you - lengthen the stirrups. You'll then be riding in a 'fork seat' which is very stable (like the Greeks used to ride bareback), good for the pony's balance, and your bum will fit!

Of course you'll not be able to get your heels on the pony - but since you're probably riding him because he's a fun little firecracker, he'll be going forward as fast as his little legs will take him anyway!
 
pennyturner said:
Top tip on riding in a saddle that is patently too small for you - lengthen the stirrups. You'll then be riding in a 'fork seat' which is very stable (like the Greeks used to ride bareback), good for the pony's balance, and your bum will fit!

Of course you'll not be able to get your heels on the pony - but since you're probably riding him because he's a fun little firecracker, he'll be going forward as fast as his little legs will take him anyway!
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Exactly what my saddler said!
 
RainbowDash said:
My pony had a younger rider before I brought him 2 years ago - he's 14hh but rides more like a horse - has a big stride and can carry 12st for light hacking - I'd like him to go to an adult again - not because he's strong or sharp but I wouldnt want him spoilt and becoming naughty x
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Whereas I think the opposite- would rather sell to a solid PC family as it's less likely to end up a spoilt, fat little toad! Ponies owned long-term by adults never seem as well-mannered as those ridden by children.
 
Thanks for all the replies guys! Really appreciated :) will just have to make sure that I keep my weight down and don't scoff too many mince pies!! (or I'll just see if I can borrow my friends dog and take it for a run most days - much preferred to running alone!! And it would free up her day a little :p)
 
I bought my 13.2h mare from a riding school, it was a HUGE selling point that I was an adult as she had shown she just wasn't happy being a children's pony, it meant I could haggle on her price as the owner wanted to sell her to me, knowing she would have a home for life. A genuine case of home more important that price (I was in the throws of paying off huge vets bills from the last horse so didn't have excess funds at the time but the horse came to me by word of mouth and I was smitten).

I'm 5ft8 and probably about 9 stone so weight not an issue but I am quite leggy, as she was the only pony I actually tried when I was looking I'm not sure how other owners would have reacted.
 
Lolo said:
Whereas I think the opposite- would rather sell to a solid PC family as it's less likely to end up a spoilt, fat little toad! Ponies owned long-term by adults never seem as well-mannered as those ridden by children.
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:D Mine must be an exception to the rule she is a total dream to own, apart from a bit lazy in the school which is a left over evasion from her RS days, she is a truly lovely horse, not just my opinion but also those of the staff at my livery yard who deal with her!
 
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