Welcome to Hickstead, home to both Seven Oak Stables, and Blue Acre - two rival stables. Both offer opportunities for their clients to reach the highest level of excellence. Each stable differs from the other, so choose wisely and never forget, loyalty is everything... Meanwhile as the stables battle it out, there's trouble brewing at the university. Be careful, if you don't pick a side you may get caught in the cross-fire...
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“Yeah, that would be great. We can get all that paperwork sorted after you go meet her!” Piper led Morgan out to the stall where Montana was placed. There were a few other horses, but thankfully not as many as there could be. A lot of neighbors had helped as they were all looking for horses themselves.
Piper lifted her hand and Montana nudged it right away. “We find she likes carrots and sugar cubes. Apples, she likes to spit out. We can get a lead on her and you can walk her in our ring a bit, just so you can gauge her walk and all that?” Almost like test driving a car, it was easier to see how a horse behaved. While some hidden issues came out later, despite everyone’s best attempts to list everything. But true owners and riders would put the time in.
Piper was excited that she was able to just go home after class and get ready for her lesson. While Blue Acre was nice, it was hard to balance work, school, and personal life while traveling to and from another barn. While she and Sabrina would still travel once in a while for specialty things, having a closer connection with coaches was welcomed.
She prepared Boogey and walked him out to the arena, where Amanda was waiting. “Good evening! Absolutely.” Piper mounted Boogey who began becoming a bit dramatic, but Piper remained in her saddle and calmed him down to begin walking around the arena.
“Sure. We’ve had her for a year. She had potential but it fell through a few months back. Doesn’t have discipline, really. But she has been receptive to both Western and English, though we have a feeling that she may be better at Western. Since she did enjoy a lot of the training she had with some more advanced Western riders. But she’s moldable to whatever you want her to be. Albeit a bit stubborn, so she’ll need some patience.
Information-wise, she came from an abusive home – which is why we can’t keep her. She’s not a fan of children, which is a lot of our clientele. Can get a bit nippy, but she is very confident in her ways of showing dissatisfaction in something. Again, stubborn. The vet says she’s around five. Despite her background, she does well with women. Men, children, and dogs are what kind of triggers her.”
Piper knew that was a lot to be given out, but it was better than having someone get mad about missing information. However, there wasn’t much to begin with. At least, they knew her background – instead of the random horses being dropped off without any notice.
“Mainly, how long have you ridden? Do you already have a place we can drop her off? References such as fellow riders, vets, and stable staff.”
Piper looked up and smiled. “Hi, that’s me! Morgan?” she greeted, standing up and offering a hand. “A pleasure to meet you, Thanks for coming out.” Piper knew it could be a bit of a drive for people, but the silence and sereness made it the best place for those who could get overstimulated.
“Before we go meet Montana, do you have any questions or concerns?” Piper asked, sitting back down. She reached for the file as well as a clipboard. The file had everything about Montana that Piper knew. Unfortunately with rescues, there wasn’t a lot of information. Especially if they were dumped. If they were surrendered, there was paperwork that could be filled out.
• 8yo Grade Mare, 15hh, Chestnut/Sorrel • We recommend that Tina go to a trainer-type home where she can continue her excellent progress. She has great feet; we have not seen evidence that she is gaited. She is a fairly easy keeper.
Goose
• 7yo Paso Fino gelding, 14hh, White • This cutie loves food and tries to be on his best behavior. He is halter broke, but needs a trainer-type adopter to help him reach his full potential. Now, he seems sound and should be rideable in the future with more time and training.
Lucy
• 19yo Thoroughbred Mare, 16.1hh, Bay • Lucy is a former racer and has shown us that she is very affectionate and willing to learn. She is a little headstrong due to a lack of handling over the last few years and is currently best suited in a trainer-type home.