🐴 Full Loan 13.1hh New Forest Pony Hampshire 🐴
Josh is a rising 9-year-old chestnut New Forest pony looking for a full loan home. He is a much-loved pony, owned since he was a foal, so finding the right match is really important.
✨ About Josh:
13.1hh New Forest
Rising 9 (May)
Based in Minstead
Barefoot
Comes with a beautifully fitted Duskin saddle
Schools nicely; has had lessons & camps
Hacks alone or in company
Great in traffic, very sensible out hacking
Born and lived on the forest very sure-footed
He is currently ridden by an ex-jockey who describes him as bombproof, however
⚠️ He is NOT a novice pony
Josh is very intelligent and knows his job, but he needs a confident rider who will not let him get away with things.
Known to buck when going into canter needs a rider who will push him through this and youll get a lovely ride
Not a stop-start pony he will actually teach you to ride properly
Not forward needs encouragement, but this means he doesnt bolt or race
Happy to sit at the back on group rides
Can be cheeky and stop for a munch (especially gorse bushes!) 🌿😂
He has been ridden by my daughter and her friends of varying riding abilities, so he is used to different riders and is genuine to handle he does not kick or bite. A confident novice could ride him; however, he will pick up on nerves, so he still needs someone who can ride positively and give him direction.
He thrives on routine and having a job he gets bored easily, so he needs someone who will keep him mentally engaged. He is quick to learn, willing to try anything new, and genuinely enjoys work and variety.
💕 Personality:
Very affectionate neighs when called
Loves a good groom and pamper
Very food orientated
He is currently at a lovely, friendly livery yard in Minstead with:
🏡 Stable available
🌿 Winter & summer turnout
🏫 School
🌲 Direct forest access
He is very happy there, so the ideal scenario would be to stay, but he can move yards. Preferably within 2 hours of Hampshire, as I would like to vet his new home.
📏 He comfortably carries 56 / 10½ stone riders are around or under this ideal.
📍 Full loan only available, as my daughter has outgrown him and he is not being used.
💰 No financial contribution is required; however, the loaner would be responsible for all ongoing costs, including livery, feed, vet, farrier and dentist.
📸 Happy to send photos/videos
🐎 Viewings welcome you can meet and ride him in the school
❤️ This is a special pony looking for the right partnership.