Haflinger?

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Seen as advert for one.

Can anyone advise me about their general temperament. The only one I've seen was very bargy, but appreciate he might be an exception.

Am I right in thinking that they are stocky, weight carriers? Before anyone gets excited I'm under 10st!

Thanks
 
Im my experience they are stocky and strong, generaly sensible but forward and bold. Not necesarily bargy as such but people tend to forget how strong they are because they are ponies and alow them to build up to bargyness. If you keep on top of them they are lovely.

Oh and I am probably over 10 st now and am 5ft 2 and size 10-12 so not massively overweight. There is nothing wrong with not being tinily skinny and any decently built pony over 13.2 has never had any troubly carrying me.
 
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There are two at our yard. Both are highly intelligent. They have to be handled properly all the time otherwise they take can the p**s big time.

They are great ponies and if handled correctly and confidently at all times, they can become brilliant all rounders.

I wouldn't say they would suitable for a child or a novice, unless there were other more experienced people around to help if needed. I say this not because they are dangerous or flighty, but because they tend to try and outsmart people, and they can be strong and tend to know their own strength (particularly on the ground). They have to be reminded of their manners quite frequently too.


I'd go for it. They are great weight carriers. I would advise a thorough vetting if you do decide to get one though.
 
There ones on my yard an i love him unfortunately he is very intellegant and runs rings round is quiet soft social worker owner, she has another horse who is quite happy to discuss things but the haflinger needs guidance and to be shown the route he should take. hes is nippy, bargy, bucks when you ask him to 'work', he doesnt understand the concept of personal space. I would have one in a heartbeat though as i know that will a little consistency and some proper handling he has the potential to be a star.
 
Hi I have one, He is amazing, he is my daughters first pony, you can do absolutley anything on him, I would have another in an instant, he has perfect manners on the ground, and when being ridden, although strong, he is not dangerous, if he feels his rider is unbalanced he will slow back down untill they regain their seat. He is a one in a million pony! he is bomb proof on the roads and never flaps in any situation, Love him to bits!

His name is Bekon Stalwart ( stalwart meaning pillar of the community and someone you can rely on)
 
I have ridden one at the local stables. he is only 5 but very sane. I have taken him out on my own & in company. He lets anything go past him. Very sensible ride, but with plenty of "Go" if you want it. Imagine he would be very strong though,as he does have a neck on him!
 
There are millions over here (often on the meat farms but also as riding horses) and I've yet to meet a nice one. Yes they are weight carriers but they are also rude and bargey and use their weight against you. The yard I used to keep my horse at had one out in the field with her and if you didn't give it treats it used to rear at you... little $hit!!

I wouldn't bother with one. I think the Fjords are nicer but they can also be a bit bargey without the proper training but I don't think they are as bad as the haffys.
 
Hmmmm....

Thanks everyone.

The horse advertised is very "reasonable" so I think I'll give it a miss!

I read an article on Eurodressage about a Haflinger that competed at the very highest level. He really did sound inspirational. Coming back down to earth it sounds as though they are Thelwells for grown ups. I keep my horses at home without day to day back up, so I think I'd prefer something more consistently co-operative.
 
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