- Skills / Disciplines
- All Around, Beginner, Flashy, Husband Safe, Kid Safe, Lesson, Parade, Ranch, Ranch Work, Trail Riding, Working Cattle
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***STARTING BID IS $3500, NOT FINAL SALE PRICE***
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Let’s start the new year off with some champagne that’s safe and legal for everyone to enjoy and can be enjoyed on a budget! If you’re needing as close to an insurance policy in horse form as you can get, this is the guy. Dorado is a 16yr old, 14.3hh, amber champagne gelding that’s the type you can throw anyone on and know they will be safe.... (read more) From doing ranch work to trail riding to riding in the arena he is unflappable, straightforward to ride, and will always be one of if not the most unique looking horse in the group. He’s the type that you can’t wipe the smile off your face when you’re riding him because he’s that fun.
Dorado came across the southern border in 2018 and has been with the same family since here in Texas. He’s been used for basic ranch work (gathering/sorting/pasture roping) from south Texas to east Texas, used up at the sale barns, been trail rode everywhere in between, and has been the mount for the grandkids to ride around the ranch. Out on the ranch, Dorado makes even a long day enjoyable and go by quickly with his ground covering walk, his smooth trot, and his rocking chair type lope. He’s easy to use in the pens to sort some off and won’t object to the extra work if one needs roped. In the arena, Dorado won’t be the fanciest horse there but does everything with ease. He’s one hand broke, comes to a stop easily, will step right into a lope, picks up the correct leads, and won’t go faster than what’s asked of him. On the trails he’s the point and shoot type. There is nothing this gelding won’t cross and he has no problem making his own trail if you feel like going off the beaten path. Dorado is great with traffic, crosses all types of bridges, handles uneven terrain well, crosses water, and is pedestrian friendly. You can ride him bareback in a halter with no problems or ride him in any bit you want, ride him when it's sunny and 75° or ride him in the freezing sleet and Dorado is going to be the exact same for it all. Our 3yr old little boy, who isn’t a super confident kiddo, has ridden Dorado a ton and Dorado has never made us question our boy’s safety no matter the conditions or where Stetson has ridden him at; whether it’s just above freezing with 20mph wind gusts, riding out in the open, or riding in a brand new location. Dorado has always been patient with Stetson and has always taken care of him. When it comes to how he handles time off, we know for a fact you can leave Dorado off for 2yrs, saddle him up, and he will ride off like he’s been being ridden everyday as the first time we rode him he had been off that long for no other reason than his owner wasn’t able to ride. Dorado is gentle to be around, stands tied like a gentleman for everything, will ground tie for the farrier, doesn’t object if you want to ride him double with a friend, will let you crawl all over, around, and under him without so much as shifting his weight, and loads right up in a trailer like one should. He’s as tried and true as they get in our opinion.
Dorado has no bumps or scars on any legs, passed his recent health and lameness exam with flying colors, has never required any type of maintenance care, and has had no previous health or lameness issues. He has a ton of bone with fantastic, hard feet that he’s always been barefoot on with no issues no matter the terrain as well. Dorado is UTD on all care from teeth to feet and has a recent health and lameness exam on file that can be viewed on his page on our website. This is a nice, solid gelding ready to give someone confidence in the saddle or just be the horse you can always rely on.
Dorado is being offered without reserve to kick off 2025 on Platinum Equine from January 19th to February 3rd. To sign up and bid, please follow the link to their website below. We invite you to come see and try Dorado at our place in Weatherford, Tx. PPEs are always welcome and we can help set up hauling to wherever you call home.
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H Spur Performance & Versatility Horses
Welcome to the exciting debut of H Spur Performance & Versatility Horses at the 2024 Southern Belle Classic! Behind this new venture are the dynamic trio – Alex, Stetson, and Sarah Halverson. You might recognize a familiar face among them; Sarah, formerly of Rattan Performance Horses. Life has taken Sarah through significant changes this past year, from saying "I do" to anticipating a big move.... (read more) Now, she and Alex are thrilled to mark the Southern Belle Classic as the grand introduction of their family-owned business.
Sarah's history in the saddle dates back to before she could walk with early memories involving riding shotgun in a baby carrier while her father, Steve Rattan, rode through wheat pasture cattle. Her diverse background spans from rodeo events, cutting, and three-day eventing, with training under the tutelage of renowned mentors in each discipline.
On the other hand, Alex Halverson embarked on his riding journey later than Sarah, honing his fundamentals in the hunter-jumper arena before delving into the world of cutting and ranch horses, eventually managing them with expertise. Together, Sarah and Alex bring a wealth of experience to H Spur Performance & Versatility Horses, allowing them to truly grasp the essence of a well-rounded equine partner. With the newest addition to their family, little Stetson, safety is a top priority. The horses at H Spur aren't just trustworthy for seasoned riders; they are safe enough for Stetson to be around on the ground and even packed around in the saddle.
As Sarah often emphasizes, "H Spur Performance & Versatility Horses is committed to offering horses that we stand behind 110% in every way, both in the saddle and out." Their commitment extends to providing horses suitable for various needs, from ranch work to competing in the arena and leisurely trail rides. H Spur's philosophy is rooted in honesty – honest horses from honest people that are equipped with the skills, fundamentals, and experience to cater to your every equestrian desire. Join us in the saddle; experience the difference with H Spur Performance & Versatility Horses – where passion meets proficiency.
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