Fiyero came to Longmeadow at the end of 2024 as part of a warrant case with other horses, all suffering from different types of neglect. It took some time for him to settle into his new life here at Longmeadow. The transition was difficult for most of the horses in his group. Once we obtained legal custody of this gelding, and as soon as he received the necessary vet care he desperately needed, Fiyero was ready to leave our quarantine barns and be evaluated by our trainers.
Under saddle, our trainers found that Fiyero requires a rider who is confident in correcting negative behaviors. He has some bad habits that need to be trained out of him, including refusing to go forward and not listening well to certain commands. With patience and consistency, we do think he has potential to be a good riding horse for the right person. Fiyero will require a confident adopter, as he tends to misbehave and try his handlers at times. However, with firm but gentle corrections, Fiyero quickly remembers his manners. At times, he can be a bit spooky and unfocused. Our trainers and staff members are working on improving Fiyero’s stall manners as well. Fiyero pins his ears and swishes his tail when our staff members approach him outside of his stall. As soon as the staff member enters his stall, however, this behavior disappears. We believe it is a behavior that began at his previous home, but with kindness, training, and maybe a treat (or two), we think his unfavorable stall habits can be fixed.
Despite his antics, Fiyero is a handsome gelding who deserves a home where he can learn how it feels to be spoiled and loved. He has an endearing underbite and enjoys spending time out in the paddock with his equine buddies. He stands well for our farrier and has cute little quirks that make him stand out among the other horses. He will need to go to a home with an advanced handler/rider to ensure he lives up to his best potential.
Adoption Fee: $500 Height: 14.2hh Maximum Carrying Weight (includes tack and rider): 175lbs
Fiyero came to Longmeadow at the end of 2024 as part of a warrant case with other horses, all suffering from different types of neglect. It took some time for him to settle into his new life here at Longmeadow. The transition was difficult for most of the horses in his group. Once we obtained legal custody of this gelding, and as soon as he received the necessary vet care he desperately needed, Fiyero was ready to leave our quarantine barns and be evaluated by our trainers.
Under saddle, our trainers found that Fiyero requires a rider who is confident in correcting negative behaviors. He has some bad habits that need to be trained out of him, including refusing to go forward and not listening well to certain commands. With patience and consistency, we do think he has potential to be a good riding horse for the right person. Fiyero will require a confident adopter, as he tends to misbehave and try his handlers at times. However, with firm but gentle corrections, Fiyero quickly remembers his manners. At times, he can be a bit spooky and unfocused. Our trainers and staff members are working on improving Fiyero’s stall manners as well. Fiyero pins his ears and swishes his tail when our staff members approach him outside of his stall. As soon as the staff member enters his stall, however, this behavior disappears. We believe it is a behavior that began at his previous home, but with kindness, training, and maybe a treat (or two), we think his unfavorable stall habits can be fixed.
Despite his antics, Fiyero is a handsome gelding who deserves a home where he can learn how it feels to be spoiled and loved. He has an endearing underbite and enjoys spending time out in the paddock with his equine buddies. He stands well for our farrier and has cute little quirks that make him stand out among the other horses. He will need to go to a home with an advanced handler/rider to ensure he lives up to his best potential.
Adoption Fee: $500 Height: 14.2hh Maximum Carrying Weight (includes tack and rider): 175lbs
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.
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.
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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.
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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