Irish Draught...yayyyy or neigh???

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OK one of the horses I'm viewing next weekend is a full ID.
He is 16.1hh approx, 8/9 years old with 9" of bone, chestnut with 4 white socks.
He has been owned, broken and ridden by a guy (who is now in his 70's!!) that has owned him since a yearling.
He hacks alone and in company, bombproof in traffic, done lots of fun rides and a little jumping. Been ridden/hacked by complete novices also.He lives in or out, doesn't get stressy being left behind by other horses etc. Good in all ways. Can ride daily but equally as good if ridden once a month.
Apparently stands like a saint to be tacked up/groomed/mounted. Good in all other ways such as farrier etc.
Only for sale as the guy who owns him can't ride now due to injury and his wife has 3 others too. Horse is not doing alot and is a bit fat just now. He is very local to me and is not advertised as the guy is reluctant to sell...I only found out about him by chance.
He sounds (to me) to be too good to be true lol...and perfect for what I'm after (hacking, fun/beach rides, bit of jumping, maybe even a bit of schooling/ dressage). In fact the only thing that is wrong with him via description so far is he has the same name as one of my parrots which could get tricky hahaha.
Any thoughts on ID as an allrounder/new best buddy??
And pics of yours!!! :)
 
He sounds perfect!
I must admit that if you had said the horse was grey I would have said be careful, I have known 2 grey IDs and one chestnut, all mares. Both greys could be neurotic, the chestnut was one of the most sensible horses I have ever met.

Do go and try him as many times as you need to, to make a decision, which is possible as he is so close to you.
At least you won't be talking to him and the parrot at the same time. We had 2 mares with very similar rhyming names (just initial sound was different), who shared a field and we managed to get the right one when we needed them.
 
I know breeds do get bred for certain traits etc and may have a disposition towards one thing or another, but I do try not to get too caught up in breeding (espec if you don't have any intent to breed) and focus more on the horse's type temperament etc. That said, of the IDs I've known, inc my new boy, they to seem a nice straightforward type, well built but surprisingly light on their feet, steady and easy going. That's only a handful of horses mind you. If he ticks the boxes, and he sounds like he does, then he could be fab for you. Def worth a visit. Enjoy.
 
I love ID's my other half has two.
The only things that I think is an issue for me is they are very good doers and you have to handle that and they are a bit wide for me to enjoy riding for a long time ( like a days hunting ).
Go and see the horse , go soon nice ID's don't hang around long IME .
 
He sounds great and very similar to a IDxTB that I used to ride, sensible and kind.
Please let us know how you get on as I am particularly fond of this breed.
 
Thanks Nicnac, will have a read through.

Goldenstar, I'm incredibly lucky with this boy as he is not actually advertised for sale :)
Out of curiosity what sort of price would you be expecting to pay for this horse?? X
 
Good luck. I got lots of great advice on the thread I set off so please have a read through it. Most people I've spoken to absolutely love their ID's and I'm in the process of buying a one myself at the minute.

I'm both very excited and anxious at the same time. They are beautiful horses and I hope you find the one of your dreams.
 
He sounds just perfect! I came across my ID boy in a similar manner (word of mouth) I believe that is how the real gems tend to change hands, as my mare came to me in a similar manner. I have had him since end of June and so far he's shown himself to be a real genuine gentleman, he does have the odd "Scooby Doo" moment where he pretends to have a spook at stuff but nothing remotely frightening to deal with, and I am a nervous, novicey rider.
 
Absolutely love my IDx! He is a super boy with a great personality! Bought for my 16 year old daughter as a great allrounder 7 years ago! Although he didn't particularly excel at anything, he got up to a reasonable level with most things, Novice Level Dressage, Discovery Level BSJA, BE90, hunted, did a few one day events (but ran out of gas by the final phase), won all his classes at unaffiliated showing level, working hunter etc.

He is now with me (as daughter now finished Uni and didn't return home) and he really does forgive my crappy riding, helps me out with his schooling, let's me do Prelim Dressage and we are really enjoying Trec at level 2!

Find I have needed to buy lots of extra padding for my seat, as he is a wide boy I struggle with more than 3 hours in the saddle.

Our lad is worth his weight in gold (and he is a considerable weight ha ha), would not sell him for any money.
 
ID's make perfect all rounders as mahoganybay says so definately go and try him. I have 2 ID's at the moment and have had 2 previously and they have all been excellent all rounders and could have been more competitive if I'd had the inclination to compete more. ID's of that age and experience and temperement are very hard to find and I would expect to pay anything between £4K and £7K depending on conformation and the horses detailed history and ultimately how he rides. Good luck
 
My neighbour has an Irish Draught who I am lucky enough to pop over and ride whenever I like. She's such a cool horse! Definitely the perfect all rounder and so so so easy to keep! She's just turned out 24/7.
 
SatansLittleHelper said:
OK one of the horses I'm viewing next weekend is a full ID.
He is 16.1hh approx, 8/9 years old with 9" of bone, chestnut with 4 white socks.
He has been owned, broken and ridden by a guy (who is now in his 70's!!) that has owned him since a yearling.
He hacks alone and in company, bombproof in traffic, done lots of fun rides and a little jumping. Been ridden/hacked by complete novices also.He lives in or out, doesn't get stressy being left behind by other horses etc. Good in all ways. Can ride daily but equally as good if ridden once a month.
Apparently stands like a saint to be tacked up/groomed/mounted. Good in all other ways such as farrier etc.
Only for sale as the guy who owns him can't ride now due to injury and his wife has 3 others too. Horse is not doing alot and is a bit fat just now. He is very local to me and is not advertised as the guy is reluctant to sell...I only found out about him by chance.
He sounds (to me) to be too good to be true lol...and perfect for what I'm after (hacking, fun/beach rides, bit of jumping, maybe even a bit of schooling/ dressage). In fact the only thing that is wrong with him via description so far is he has the same name as one of my parrots which could get tricky hahaha.
Any thoughts on ID as an allrounder/new best buddy??
And pics of yours!!! :)
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I had one ID my mare of a life time and as from 3 weeks ago this is my new mare
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This one sounds Brilliant DEF DEF worth going and quickly as i bet he wont be around for long.

As for name so what I have two Biscuits on my yard and both are mine so I shorten one to Bicky
 
Pearlsasinger said:
He sounds perfect!
I must admit that if you had said the horse was grey I would have said be careful, I have known 2 grey IDs and one chestnut, all mares. Both greys could be neurotic, the chestnut was one of the most sensible horses I have ever met.

Do go and try him as many times as you need to, to make a decision, which is possible as he is so close to you.
At least you won't be talking to him and the parrot at the same time. We had 2 mares with very similar rhyming names (just initial sound was different), who shared a field and we managed to get the right one when we needed them.
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Well you obviously have not followed my stories as I had one mare dun who turned grey who is my mare of a life time perfect in everyway.. My new mare as you see above is grey and I have had nothing but complements on her temperament. The mare I brought was ridden mainly by a 15 girl


I will only by mares........................ I have had 6 now and one gelding and I bred him and I love him dearly but he is a git.
 
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HGA-12 said:
I had one ID my mare of a life time and as from 3 weeks ago this is my new mare
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This one sounds Brilliant DEF DEF worth going and quickly as i bet he wont be around for long.

As for name so what I have two Biscuits on my yard and both are mine so I shorten one to Bicky
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She is lovely! I've only ever owned ID x's and my current mare is a grey ID - she's very sensible most of the time but when she goes watch out!
 
He sounds lovely and a horse who has had a great start to life which is serving him well. The Irish Draught is a fantastic breed as an all-round riding horse - I'm biased of course because I breed them and most of them I sell as backed and going nicely 4 year olds.

Are there any 'faults' in the breed?? They are greedy and love their food - they carry weight sometimes too well so keeping them slim enough that they don't end up stretching your hips TOO far can require concentration!
 
JanetGeorge said:
Are there any 'faults' in the breed?? They are greedy and love their food - they carry weight sometimes too well so keeping them slim enough that they don't end up stretching your hips TOO far can require concentration!
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As Janet mentioned, they love their foo. My Archie 4 year old was not impressed with the ryvita paddock she was in.

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AdorableAlice said:
As Janet mentioned, they love their foo. My Archie 4 year old was not impressed with the ryvita paddock she was in.
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I didn't know you had an Archie - they're particularly wonderful. The oldest Archies I've bred are now 5 and in new homes and those are adored and amazing their owners with ease of training and being angels.
 
We love ID's, the description ( bar colour) of the one you've mentioned would fit my chap down to a tea. We haven't looked back , he's just an all round super star.

Would echo what others have said, very good doers !

As for price we paid £4k for ours as a 5 year old. Worth every penny and more. Our chap has a fan club, and I could sell him many times over. Our instructor describes him as rocking horse poo.

It would be a big yaaayyyyyy from us
 
HGA-12 said:
Well you obviously have not followed my stories as I had one mare dun who turned grey who is my mare of a life time perfect in everyway.. My new mare as you see above is grey and I have had nothing but complements on her temperament. The mare I brought was ridden mainly by a 15 girl


I will only by mares........................ I have had 6 now and one gelding and I bred him and I love him dearly but he is a git.
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No I haven't followed your threads.

I was speaking from my own experience. I had always been under the impression that IDs are sensible all-rounders and the 1st one I knew well was the chestnut mare, owned by a fellow livery and her novice OH, who lived up to the reputation.

I knew the 2 x greys very well, one was mine and the other belonged to a close neighbour and friend. Both could be neurotic, as I said. I have owned many (12) mares and the grey ID is the only one I would describe as neurotic, although others have been more challenging on the ground and to ride.

Your new acquisition is very good-looking, I hope you have lots of fun with her.
 
Pearlsasinger said:
No I haven't followed your threads.

I was speaking from my own experience. I had always been under the impression that IDs are sensible all-rounders and the 1st one I knew well was the chestnut mare, owned by a fellow livery and her novice OH, who lived up to the reputation.

I knew the 2 x greys very well, one was mine and the other belonged to a close neighbour and friend. Both could be neurotic, as I said. I have owned many (12) mares and the grey ID is the only one I would describe as neurotic, although others have been more challenging on the ground and to ride.

Your new acquisition is very good-looking, I hope you have lots of fun with her.
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Ty Pearl :)
 
JanetGeorge said:
I didn't know you had an Archie - they're particularly wonderful. The oldest Archies I've bred are now 5 and in new homes and those are adored and amazing their owners with ease of training and being angels.
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I did mention, at the Counties I think, about breeding one and sending it to you to start. That was still my intention but Alice didn't need starting in the real meaning of the process. In May we showed her the tack and she just said 'whatever' and got on with it. The temperament Archie puts in is just incredible, her dam is a very sweet mare as well.

Alice is hacking out across the fields and lanes, very sensible and always looks, processes and learns quietly. I am being very cautious with her because she is growing rapidly at the moment. Making up for no growth at 2/3 yrs.
 
I'm in love with the breed, so much so that I have put a deposit down today on a pure ID filly by Hillview Farm Milligan, out of Laighlands Countess. She's eligible for class 1 grading and will be put forward this September. Exciting times.
 
I'm waiting on a phone call to see what time over the weekend I can view him...very excited :)
Also trying to arrange to view 2 other horses I have my eye on but so far it's the ID I'm most keen to see x
 
So I dropped into see the horse and have a quick chat with the owners.
Horse supposed to be 16.1 but looks more 15.3 and is VERY overweight. He is 9 years old and actually not a full ID...his Dam was Cob x TB. His Sire is called Master Majestic if that means anything to anyone??
He appears to have a form of hayfever with a dry cough which has been seen by the vet.
They want 2k, no tack etc. I'm supposed to be going out on a hack with him next week but there is a bit of a niggle that I'm not sure. He looks pure ID and seems pretty bombproof but he just didn't "do it" for me??
 
Master Majestic is by Enniskeane Prince, who I owned a mare by for many years - she was out of a TB mare and looked more like a compact TB than a half Irish Draught. He was out of an AID mare, so probably not quite pure ID (AIDs are usually 3/4 ID with the other quarter being TB.) Apart from his breeding, I know absolutely nothing about him and there's no information I could find - he's probably based in Ireland if still alive.

I would be very cautious about his breathing and get him vetted if you decide to go on.
 
cblover said:
I'm in love with the breed, so much so that I have put a deposit down today on a pure ID filly by Hillview Farm Milligan, out of Laighlands Countess. She's eligible for class 1 grading and will be put forward this September. Exciting times.
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