jax 16 yr Quarter Horse

Jax is a 16 year old Quarter Horse. He stands at 15 hands and is the ultimate kids lesson horse. He is a very laid back guy and has very smooth gaits. His calm, easy going temperament makes him great around kids and dogs. This horse is as close as you get to bomb proof. He loves to be brushed and given treats by kids. He will also need surgery pending his adoption. Jax was diagnosed with a breathing issue that is similar to asthma. The surgery is estimated to be $1000, which we subtracted from his adoption fee. He is still rideable with his breathing issue but it's not fair on him especially in the summer heat and arena dust. So when we do (which is rare) it's usually at a walk, a little bit of trot. Before his breathing issue he was our primary lesson horse. He loads well and is currently barefoot. We have taken him to shows and he excels in western and english pleasure. He has also packed around green riders in their first competitions. With enough effort from the rider he will jump. He is sound w/t/c and always has been. Unfortunately we cannot afford his surgery and are looking to find someone who is willing to. Jax does have some aggression towards other horses so accommodating management is a must. Only serious inquiries. You must have some background with horses. We can tell the difference between true horsepeople. To adopt Jax and fill out an application go here: https://sites.google.com/view/fox-equine-rescue/services/adoption-files?authuser=0