Peppermint Patti for Adoption

Peppermint Patti lunges well, stands for saddling and bridling nicely, and enjoys grooming and attention. Peppermint Patti is curious and a quick learner, needing a little encouragement to stay focused on the task at hand instead of wondering what her friends are up to! In a group, she is near the top of the herd, but gets along well with other horses. She is easy to catch in the pasture, ties, loads well in the trailer and is becoming more comfortable with backing out of the trailer. She was a little wiggly for the farrier while having her hooves trimmed but will quickly improve with some patience and training. Peppermint Patti goes under saddle at a walk and trot, and her loping is improving. She is still green and requires a confident intermediate or higher level rider to keep her on task. She has not shown much tendency to spook at anything but can get nervous when her friends leave her. Some solid time under saddle and being exposed to new situations will help improve her confidence and rideability quickly. Both on the ground and under saddle, Peppermint Patti will do best with a confident intermediate or above who can be a consistent, kind leader to help her remember how to maintain personal space and that she is not “in the driver’s seat.” She has a great foundation and would make an excellent project to finish your way!