SOLD - Gus
Meet Gus, a 15-hand, 9-year-old AQHA gelding with more “go” than “woah,” yet safe and honest in his work. With his speed, agility, and smooth transitions, Gus is ready to take his next rider in any direction—whether in the barrel pen, pole bending, keyhole, jumper ring, or even Westernaires. This is a horse built for performance and fun, but best suited for an intermediate rider.
About Gus
Location: Arvada, COBreed: Quarter HorseHeight: 15 hhAge: 9Registered: Grade
Strengths & Skills:
Performance-driven: Loves to go fast, can turn on a dime, and is built for timed events.
Versatile under saddle: Smooth transitions, a super comfortable lope, great brakes, and confident in both arena and trail settings.
Trail-ready: Will lead or follow, crosses water, logs, bridges, and comfortably navigates neighborhoods or mountain trails.
Desensitized to “spooky things”: Calm around tarps, pool noodles, flags (ground and carried), bikes, umbrellas, bull whips, cap guns, and even gunfire.
Well-mannered: Loads, ties, bathes, stands for the farrier, and happily meets you at the gate for work or love.
Additional Notes
Feeding & care: On free-choice hay and 1 qt grain daily; wears front shoes due to rocky arenas and regular off-property work.
Health: Evaluated by a vet on arrival—SOUND with healthy teeth (up to date), current coggins, and a clean bill of health.
Lineage: Notable pedigree with strong connections to barrel racing and roping lines, giving him the athleticism to excel in performance arenas.
Temperament: Can get mildly buddy sour when meeting new pen mates, but settles quickly and adjusts well