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My name is TINY TIM!

Posted over 3 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

My basic info

Breed
Quarterhorse
Color
Chestnut/Sorrel
Age
10 years 10 months old, Senior
Size
Large (when grown)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
A587078

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Gelded

My story

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

Tiny Tim initially came to Longmeadow as a weanling in 2014, unhandled and unsure of Longmeadow staff. We knew the little sorrel Quarter Horse had potential, but we also knew he had a long way to go. From the start, Tiny Tim was given consistent handling and thorough groundwork training. His calm demeanor and eagerness to learn made him a standout, and he quickly became a favorite among those who participate in our groundwork class, often being used as a reliable partner.

As Tiny Tim matured, he was started under saddle, but unfortunately, he developed a bucking issue. We took the necessary steps and had both a vet and chiropractor assess him, but they could not find any pain-related issues. Safety for both horse and rider was our biggest concern and highest priority, so Tiny Tim was adopted in 2019 as a pasture companion.

Recently, Tiny Tim was returned due to no fault of his own. He has settled back into life at the Ranch and is ready to find his new forever home. Our trainer believes that enough time has passed for Tiny Tim to be restarted under saddle. Despite previous challenges, this gelding’s foundation of groundwork is solid, and he was able to walk, trot, and canter in the arena and on short rides around the ranch before the bucking started. This horse will require an advanced rider if intended for riding, and a professional restart is necessary to address his previous bucking issues. However, if adopted as a pasture pet again, Tiny Tim would be suited for an intermediate handler.

It should be noted that Tiny Tim is not good for needles. His adopter must have the vet and necessary resources to safely keep up with his medical care, including but not limited to vaccinations, teeth floats, and annual vet exams. A chute system is necessary for any vaccinations/needle pokes to keep both horse and handler safe. He stands well for the farrier and oral medications.

Adoption Fee: $500
Height:14.2hh
Maximum Carrying Weight (includes tack and rider): 180lbs
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
A587078
Contact
Email
Address
480 Josephs Road, Union, MO 63084

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Read our adoption requirements on our website www.longmeadowrescueranch.org

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Horses, cows, goats, potbellied pigs and other animals at our Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, MO are available for visits during our Open House / Adoption Days every Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you are interested in meeting our adoptable animals or our Barn Buddies who are available for sponsorship, please visit the ranch during one of these days or call 636-583-8759 to schedule a visit on another day.

More about this shelter

Nestled among 165-acres of woodland near Union, Missouri, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is haven for hundreds of abused and neglected horses, cows, goats, pigs, ducks and other farm animals. The ranch is one of the most comprehensive horse and farm animal care and rehabilitation centers in the country. In addition to animal care, ranch staff provide hands-on humane education experiences for both children and adults.

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