ISH Gelding
**All photos were taken today** Henry is a 9 year old Irish Sports Horse gelding, grandson of Cruising, standing 16hh. I've owner Henry for just over a year now, and I can honestly say I haven't had any bad experiences with him. When I bought Henry I was told that he had a very bad habit of rearing. Over the year that I've had him, he never reared with me. He reared 3 times during the year I've had him, but he never out anyone in danger. The first time was due to badly fitted tack, second was excitement on a hunt and the last time he reared was due to him lacking confidence while jumping. With his old owners he used to jump 1m30 easily, but when he arriver to us he was scared to walk over a pole on the ground and terrified of crops. We worked hard with Henry throughout this year, and now he's jumping 3 foot cross poles from trot, and is fine with crops. He proved to have the potential to go higher, but he would benefit from an experienced rider who's got the time to produce him. Henry hunted with his old owners, but he wasn't fit enough to hunt with me. For the past year we worked on putting more weight and muscle on him. Henry a very sensible horse to hack, but he is forward. He prefers to hack in company, and does try and nap on his own. Henry's now ready to move on and find his forever home. Henry would be an ideal horse for someone who wants an easy project to bring on his jumping potentials, of would excel in schooling, dressage, hunting and hacking. He's got a very soft mouth, so will need someone with soft hands. He's ridden in a happy mouth three ring gag, but gets upset if the rider pulls too much on his mouth. He is not a complete novice ride due to him being forward hacking, and lacking confidence jumping. He's easy to: -load on trailer or lorry -clip -pull mane -farrier -have teeth done -do flat work with -handle(been handled by a 3 year old) Henry's up to date with his teeth, back and shoes. He will come with his rugs and his bridle. £ Can transport within reasonable distance at buyers cost. Read More