Schwarzwälder Wallach

Black Forest Draft Gelding Seeking Forever Home

Location: Switzerland, Canton of Baselland  
Date of Birth: February 5, 2020 (just over 5.5 years old)  
Height: approximately 152 cm, still growing 1-2 cm  
Sire: Malibu   Dam Sire: Modus von Montan  
Dam: Nanny Mc Phee  
Origin: Black Forest  
Equine passport available  
Import papers available - April 1, 2022  

He was weaned at two years old and then imported by me to Switzerland. He is curious, very people-oriented, eager to learn, sociable, and friendly.  

🐴 Training and Work  
• Was in training from September to December 2024  
• Mastering all three basic gaits under saddle, transitions, backing up, and stopping appropriate to his age  
• Familiar with lunging and groundwork  
• Since late spring, he has been introduced to trail riding in groups. He shows sensitivity and is somewhat anxious. He has not been outside alone yet.  

I have had him since I brought him to Switzerland at two years old. He grew up in a herd environment, and I taught him the basics as a foal, followed by groundwork and trail walks. Further training was carried out by a professional trainer in a calm and gentle manner, appropriate to his growth.  

At over 4.5 years old, he started training under saddle. He is currently being ridden recreationally in Western style, which can still be changed easily.  

The current Western saddle is on loan, and this can possibly be taken over. Various accessories such as bridle, Western headstall, neoprene pad, grooming kit, first aid kit, etc. will be included.  

🐴 Care and Health  
• Currently in a paddock box with daily turnout. He is social, friendly, and uncomplicated  
• Annual vaccinations and dental check-ups are meticulously maintained. He is gentle and easygoing with the veterinarian  
• All four hooves are shod  

🐴 Reason for Sale  

I purchased him nearly 4 years ago with significant obesity, hoping to ride him once I lost weight. Now, there is a horse that wants to work in the stable, but I am still too heavy. Unfortunately, the weight loss is not progressing as desired and is causing further health issues, resulting in him not being challenged enough. I also believe that my riding skills are not sufficient for his further development. I wish for him to have a calm caretaker who can exercise him daily and provide a large pasture with other horses to play with.  
Not suitable for children or beginners  
Vet check without issues possible  

I would like to receive updates with pictures of him occasionally and visit him at his new home two to three times a year, depending on the location (of course, with prior arrangement). 😊  
Additionally, I would like a right of first refusal in case of resale, to ensure he does not become a "hot potato."  

🐴 Price category C - But home before price