Chase's Horses

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.Don Juan.

Show Name: Don Juan
Barn Name: Donavon
Age: 9
Gender: Gelding
Color: BlackBay
Breed: Westphalian
Breed Registry: Westphalian Registry
Height: 17.1hh
Personality:Donavon usually goes by Donny, he is a real ham. He is always thinking and as a result has lots of toys in his stall which he uses frequently. The horse is sensitive, he doesn’t like bugs and has thin skin in general – he marks up easily and Chase is always doctoring minor injuries. Luckily he has solid bone on him everywhere and hasn’t managed to hurt himself seriously. His turnout is limited because when he gets bored he runs, runs and runs some more. The gelding isn’t exactly an easy keeper so it’s important that he isn’t running all his food off. He runs a little hot under saddle; he tries very hard all the time and is always anticipating your next move so he can get a little overwhelmed. He gets along well with Chase though who has no interest in rushing the horse or pressuring him, he can be quite spooky but isn’t the type to buck, no he would rather rear or leap forwards. He isn’t an easy ride but makes up for it on the ground where a toddler could lead him around.
History: Donny was bred in Holland, the warmblood gelding was kept a Stud until he was 6 – he has a few offspring out there as well. He was gelded in order to show at a higher level, he couldn’t handle both jobs and his get were lovely but Chase purchased him to be a show horse not a breeding stud. He is a well bred horse, sired by DonnerHal there is no wonder where his talent came from. He was imported to America late in his 6 year old year and spent some time with Steffen and Chase, they put a lot of time into the horse who is Chase’s up and coming grand prix horse. He showed Prix St Georges internationally last year, and is schooling Grand Prix – he should be ready to show this year.
Discipline: Dressage
Owner/Rider: Chase Mathies

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.Contempo.

Show Name: Contempo
Barn Name: Calvin
Age: 12
Gender: gelding
Color: liver chestnut
Breed: KWPN
Breed Registry: KWPN
Height: 17.2HH
Personality: Calvin is a cranky fellow, he is not a fan of other horses in any way shape or form. He is cranky in his stall, won't hesitate to kick out at you in there. Chase doesn't put up with it and the horse knows it, once in the aisle way he changes completely. Calvin goes from a scary creature to a gentle giant, maybe someone beat him up in there one day but he has been like that as long as Chase has had him - and no amount of coaxing or discipline could convince him otherwise. No matter the case Calvin is a joy to be around outside of his stall, he is actually a big cuddle bug, he loves to be touched and in your space. He won't bite but he can get a little pushy and forget he is 17.2hh, as soon as he steps on you he will back off. Under saddle the well schooled horse is pretty push button, he is very sensitive though - Chase rides all his horses a little hot. Calvin will however adjust himself to a lower level rider which allows Chase to do some lessons on him. He will get hot on you though, stay quiet with your leg and hand and he is a Cadillac.
History: Calvin was born in Florida, his dam imported his lines were impressive but his owner didn't want a breeding stallion. The horse was gelded at a young age which probably explains why he is 17.2hh. No matter the case he grew up in a field with horses, he wasn't started until he was a late 3 year old, he took a little while to mature physically. He has always been a gem undersaddle, he is just such a huge strided horse that he makes certain riders nervous and then they trap him and he doesn't like it. As a result this horse can tuck his nose to his chest and continue doing as he pleases, he has a big buck too. Chase got him after he had been in Steffen's barn for a year, his father purchased the 7 year old as an international prospect for Chase. Calvin has fulfilled that role ten times over, they were shooting for the Olympic team before chase took his time off.
Discipline: Dressage
Owner/Rider: Chase Mathies