𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 

That is exactly what Raffi will be from the moment you meet him. He is what truly matters - safety. He is also; beauty, brains, talent, and personality. But above all, if you value a horse that will not intimidate you, and rather make you feel confident, a horse that will be a true partner, and not be reactive to new places and things, then Raffi is your perfect match. 

 

Raffi is a 4 year old Friesian x Paint horse that stands a sturdy 16.2 hands. He’s a well built gelding with the size, curves, hair, and presence that turns heads everywhere he goes. But what really matters is that he doesn’t ride like a big horse. He has big flashy looking gaits that feel like you’re sitting on your favorite old school horse. He truly is the best of both worlds. Have the flash, but feel the smooth as butter gaits beneath you. He has the ability to to do all of the things you’ve always dreamt of, but doesn’t feel like too much horse underneath you. He is soft, simple, and kind. A new horse can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve been on the wrong one in the past, but Raffi has proven himself time and time again. In the arena, and in the most difficult and “spooky” situations, Raffi is 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞, 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, and 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐲 every time. 

 

The biggest fear most riders carry is from a bad experience with a reactive or spooky horse. Raffi gives his rider a chance to relax and gain confidence again. Gone will be the days of bracing for a spook that may or may not come, or worrying about what’s around the next bend. Raffi is the quiet confidence that every rider deserves to feel. 

 

In the arena, Raffi will curbside (side pass over) to pick you up at the mounting block. He will also do this on a truck bed, a log, or even over to the side of the pool so you can use him as a diving board (see his video for this!) He has the most comfortable gaits around, easy transitions, and picks up both leads easily. He has great brakes, and will stop and stand around as long as you want him to. He is the perfect mix of whoa and go, and tolerant of all levels of riders. Raffi has a great basis of lateral work and will side pass, shoulder in, haunches in, and leg yield. Ride him in the bridle or on the buckle, English, western, or bareback. He will jump any fence on the cross country field and is just so much fun. He is honest, brave, and so willing to do whatever is asked of him. 

 

On the trails, Raffi can’t be beat. He has been ridden along the train tracks with freight trains flying by, through deep water, on long trips checking cattle, and on leisurely Sunday strolls. You can take him anywhere and know you’ll have a solid partner with you. He will ride alone, in a group, and just enjoys being out and seeing the sights. He’s easy to trailer, and a pleasure to have on any trail ride. 

 

In the barn, Raffi is a family favorite. To know him is to love him. If you go out to the pasture he will be the first to the gate, following you around like a puppy dog. The kids are always climbing all over him and up to some kind of shenanigans involving playing with, on, or around him. Nothing bothers him and I think he genuinely enjoys being a part of the family. Raffi is a good boy for all the usual barn tasks and is a true pleasure to have in our barn.  

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We have a clean recent vet check on file.