Ribbleton Ferrari
Presence and movement !!

Grandsire "the famous Fabriano"

Ferrari was sold as a 2 old gelding by Fishermans Friend out of Aunty Blue. He captures the attention of all that visit Ribbleton. He has that look at me presence and is always keen to say hello. He has long legs, an elegant frame and beautiful face. When he moves, his front just lifts off the ground and he floats. This bloodline has resulted in a horse that can easily have a future in jumping or dressage.

Ferrari now lives with Dee Symons in Victoria. Read what Dee has to say about purchasing a young Warmblood and why she choose Ribbleton...

* Who is Dee Symons, tell us a little about yourself (from a horsy perspective) ?
Horses are my life and passion out of work. The dressage bug bit me about 5 years ago and while its my hobby I treat it seriously and I'm keen to progress in this sport.

* There are a lot of warmblood breeders in Australia, why did you choose Ribbleton?

Ideally I wanted a Hanoverian so that put many studs out of contention and it was important to me that the sire of my horse was out in the world competing rather than just be a breeding stallion. Ribbleton produce a small number of foals so the attention and handling they receive sets them up to be very personable and easy to be around. Ferrari had begun ground work with Paulette giving him a good foundation to continue with so for a buyer this is a great advantage.

* Tell us a little about your Ribbleton Ferrari that you purchased from Ribbleton as a two year old and your plans for his future?

Ferrari is by Fishermans Friend out Aunty Blue xx. He was purchased firstly because of his amazing temperament, he is beautifully put together and looks like his sire, he floats when he moves and he has a very good mind to work with and is quick to learn. My immediate plans are to have him broken, we'll start some basics and do some pleasure riding in our local park as well as head out to competitions to get him used to the surroundings. His training will be done under the guidance of Rachelle Wilson who has already worked with him on the ground and is equally excited about him as I am.

* What advice would you give other people looking to purchase a young warmblood?

Its an experience that each horse-person should do once. Its an amazing journey to watch your young horse grow and develop. I'd highly recommend it.

* What advantages do you see in buying an young horse (weanling to 3 year old) versus a horse under saddle?

For me while I've had to put competing on hold for a few years the quality of horse I will have when I do get back out there will be worth the wait. Ferrari would have been out of my price bracket if I had not secured him as a 2 year old and more so again if he was under saddle so purchasing at this age has huge advantages in what the buyer gets for their money. You've just got to be patient!
Another advantage is the bonding time you have with your young horse on the ground and knowing them from such a young age and watching them grow and change is something you only get once.
While purchasing a horse under saddle leaves you with no waiting time good horses are not easy to find and do have a decent price tag to match when and if you do come across them.

Ferrari at 2 years of age - such amazing beauty!

Ferrari at 2 years of age