Horse Trader: Robert Sangster and the Rise and Fall of the Sport of Kings

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Either a foal or a very young horse or pony that is not yet ready to start their ridden education, so don’t be expecting to be riding this horse any time soon! Once the foal is weaned at 6 - 8 months old, you can then start to look at halter breaking them. Patience will be key with a horse or pony of this age. The most important aspect is the quality and experience of the person responsible for training the horse or pony. You cannot expect a horse to learn any skill if the person teaching doesn’t have a complete understanding of what they are asking, how they are asking, and why they are asking that of the horse. If you are planning to train a horse or pony yourself, you have to be honest about your own limitations and when you need the help of a more qualified trainer. We greatly appreciated Hannah’s way of dealing with us as novice horse owners and she was able to build a very strong position for us to follow through the Court system-something that we had never experienced before. The term ‘horse trading’, which came into usage around 1820, owes its origin to the notorious shrewdness of horse traders who bought and sold horses. Unfortunately, the term is still applicable as buying horses is as much a mine-field now, as it was two-hundred years ago.

There is also a horse market for breeding horses, which is specifically for breeders. Here it is possible to buy horses with a view to registered broodmares and licensed stallions and furthermore to find a stallion which can be claimed by paying a stud fee. The horses for sale are offered by private horse owners as well as by studs, breeders, riding and training stables who have the necessary experience in the horse trade. Robert Sangster was the man responsible for the boom. together with Irishmen Vincent O’Brien, the world’s finest trainer, and stallion master John Magnier, Sangster undertook the revolutionary policy of buying ‘baby’ stallions – the world’s most expensive yearlings. And the man who could win at this game, they decided, was the man who bought them all. they sent prices through the roof in bidding wars fought with breathtaking daring. Top stallions became worth three times their weight in gold – the breeding rights to them became a licence to print money. all information You provide in the Entry Details is complete and in compliance with Your Authorisation;

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In offering a professional service, Michael is direct and at the same time very personable which is greatly appreciated when dealing with a potentially stressful scenario. We expressly reserve the right to reject any Lot from sale, to withdraw any Lot from sale, to stop or cancel any sale or Auction at any time or to refuse to accept any bid and shall not be obliged to give any reason for doing so.

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Emotional investment - horses and ponies don’t take too long to become part of the family and it can become just like having a big dog, lots of cuddles, days out, grooming, treats and more. Therefore, when something unexpected happens that puts your horse at risk, it will be tough emotionally. their appearance, finish, freedom from minor defects, safety and durability are all material aspects.

Increasingly veterinary surgeons specialise in specific areas of veterinary medicine and there are many very capable and experienced “equine” vets. Such a veterinary surgeon should be consulted promptly when a clinical defect is suspected. The veterinary surgeon’s input and particularly any letter/initial report provided may be sufficient to resolve any dispute with the vendor. However, not every good horse vet is necessarily a good “expert” witness if the dispute should escalate to the point of litigation. In that event, careful consideration should be given to the appointment of an appropriate expert for evidential purposes. You will not manipulate the price of any Lot or another Users' listing including by placing fake bids, hindering another Bidder or disrupting an Auction in any way; Owning a horse can be an incredibly rewarding experience and one that many people have cherished for generations, however, it’s important to consider the potential stressors of such a responsibility. Horses are highly intelligent and emotionally sensitive animals, so their care must be managed in a thoughtful, gentle manner. By registering You warrant that You are 18 or older, have the capacity to enter into contracts, and understand Your obligations under these Terms and Conditions. The quality of goods is deemed satisfactory, if they meet the standard that a reasonable person would consider satisfactory.

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