Selling daughter's pony - have I got it wrong?

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I put our beloved Charmer on Horsemart last Saturday after much soul searching - daughter and I were both sat crying at the computer while we did it - but 1 week later have had no interest at all? Is the ad rubbish? Am I asking too much for him? Friends whose advice I have sought all seem to think I have got it about right but I am beginning to think I must have got it wrong somehow.
He is hopelessly outgrown and we have hung on as long as we can, but daughter's toes now hit the backs of his knees when he trots!
Do you think I would be better putting him on a different site, if so, which one?
If anyone would like to see the ad he is welsh section b chestnut roan in Nottingham, I think it will come up, I dont know how to do a link, sorry! Hope I am allowed to put these details, I just need some advice, but if I am not then please tell me and I will remove it straight away.
I would just like some reassurance if I have got it right, or some advice if I have got it wrong!
Thank you
 
I can't see anything wrong with advert. I would have him like a shot if I could - we have a pony by Carwed Charmer too. What about putting him on horse gossip forum? Although a mainly showing forum there are plenty of all rounders listed too.

He really does look a lovely pony. Good luck in finding him a new home. If all else fails parcel him up and send him to me - only across the border in Derbyshire!
 
For what it's worth I think the ad is very good, it may just be that the market is slow. Your local pony club may be worth contacting as parents are often on the look out for genuine competition ponies. You could also try placing him with some more websites, and to keep the cost of advertising down maybe try some free sites like preloved, www.homeofequestrian.com or free ads. There is also the equine adverts website, and although not free it's very reaonable.
 
Selling your childresn ponies is awful, really feel for you. My daughter has completely outgrown hers, we have had him for 5 years now. I know hes too young to retire but just cant find it in me to sell him. So shes still riding him. All her friends have moved onto horses, and shes still on her 14.1. But hes just such a sweetheart.
I think i saw your advert, the only thing i will say, is that you say he is a 2nd pony. People tend to want ponies at that height that are suitable for novices. 2nd ponies tend to take a bit longer to sell.

Try advertising on the pony club website.

Good luck and i hope you find him a nice home
 
He looks lovely. I think you should look at advertising elsewhere. The PC classifieds are good for this sort of pony. Also ask around at your riding club and pop up some adverts in tack shops etc.

You might want to make the ad a bit more concise and give people more detail when they call. Your advert is lovely, but gives to much scope for people to misinterpret i think. Fab photos though :) Something like:

Sad sale of this excellent pony as my daughter is now far too tall for him. Charmer is a 13.1hh 10 years and 11 months Welsh Section B gelding. An excellent all rounder, he has done lots of riding club activities. He has been shown succesfully, is quick and careful to jump easily clearing 100cm and is very bold cross country. A pleasure to hack alone or in company and excellent in traffic. 100% in all ways with no vices. Excellent child's pony as adores a fuss and a cuddle. An easy pony but more suited as a second pony as quite forward going. (is he snaffle mouthed? If so mention this here so people don't think he's too much of a handful)

Fully vaccinated and all worming etc up to date. Comes with good quality tack and rugs.
 
I'd also add what ages your daughter has had him from. My daughters 7, & one advertised as outgrown by tall 12 yr old after 4 happy years I'd certainly consider for a 7yr old, whereas one being competed by a 14yr old for 2 yrs I'd only contact if very near by. Would have been visa versa though when helping a friend look for similar for an older child.
 
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