Pilot Hill, CA - Appaloosa. Meet Brodie a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Appaloosa

Color

Appy

Age

Adult

Size

Large (when grown)

Sex

Male

Pet ID

Gelding/Appalossa–Project/Ready to Train

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

If you are interested in adopting this horse, please submit an Adoption Inquiry via AAE's website; No texts please: https://www.allaboutequine.org/how-to-adopt.html. Adoption fees subject to change based on training; see website for current information.
Brodie (est. DOB 2009) came to AAE in March 2021. His owner was moving out of state and her planned home for them fell through at the last minute. The two lived in a large pasture for years. He is halterable, but has little training or exposure. Handling his hooves was difficult, at best.
Shortly after arrival, Brodie's teeth and hoof care were updated, as were vaccinations and deworming. He got a microchip and DNA analysis. Brodie is a clean slate with no mis-handling, no known injuries, and a willing mind.
Brodie is a big, handsome guy and a big sweetheart, but lacks confidence. He bonds to his pasture-mate(s) and neighbor(s), and experiences separation anxiety when one or the other is moved away from "home". He is athletic and moves very nicely. Brodie is with a trainer building his confidence and will be started under saddle when the time is right.
In general, there is a lot of activity around AAE including foot traffic in and out of paddock/pasture areas, mucking with wheelbarrows, grooming and care activities, weekly farrier visits. There are resident dogs, cats, chickens, and mini horses, as well as various wildlife including frequent turkeys and squirrels in and around paddock/pasture areas. AAE is situated on the corner of a busy road with high speed vehicles, trucks, and sirens. Tractors are used in and around pasture/paddock areas, trucks deliver feed, and a squeeze is occasionally used for unloading hay. Neighbors have weekly gardeners that utilize various power tools, and children that are active in yards adjacent to some stall/paddock areas. Horses at AAE are accustomed to a more active environment as opposed to a quiet/sterile environment.