Bubblegum Walkaloosa

In a world filled with blue roans and buckskins, Bubblegum stands out as a remarkable four-year-old black varnish roan Walkaloosa. He stands 15 hands tall and features a striking blanket pattern with spots. This distinctive gelding has a medium build, is naturally gaited, and possesses the characteristics of a Walkalossa.
We have had Bubblegum since he was just a day old, and his training journey began immediately and has continued ever since. From his initial groundwork to his first ride under saddle and ultimately to becoming a polished field trial horse, he has proven to be a dependable and safe companion. Bubblegum easily handles various riders, making him ideal for beginners and kids alike. His friendly, in-your-pocket personality shows that he genuinely enjoys being around people, making him a perfect match for anyone looking for a loving and trustworthy horse.
Bubblegum has proven himself to be a reliable partner, accruing over a thousand miles of riding in the last two years. He has navigated various terrains, from the beautiful plantations of southern Georgia to the expansive prairies of the north and countless locations in between. Bubblegum has excelled in every capacity, primarily serving as a handler, scout, or gallery horse in field trials. During the past two summers in North Dakota, he has honed his skills while training bird dogs, gaining invaluable experience from hundreds of hours working dogs in various environments.
His calm demeanor around dogs is remarkable, and he is entirely comfortable with gunfire. He also ground-ties impressively in both solo and group settings. Bubblegum easily tackles challenging landscapes, confidently traversing downed trees, ditches, mud puddles, and bridges. He is also traffic-safe, exhibiting a calm disposition even in the presence of wildlife, making him a trusted and versatile mount for any adventure.
Bubblegum displays a remarkable calmness during transportation. Over the past two years, he has successfully traveled to North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Georgia, Oklahoma, Iowa, Alabama, Tennessee and Kentucky. His consistent hauling experience has contributed to his well-behaved nature. Whether he is the first or last in the horse trailer or comfortably positioned in the middle, Bubblegum easily handles it. He loads and unloads from the trailer with a tranquil and safe demeanor.
He travels effortlessly at any pace, and his transitions are seamless, whether speeding up or slowing down. Depending on your preference, Bubblegum can effortlessly switch to a fast-racking gait or a smooth canter.
Bubblegum is incredibly resilient, having become desensitized to various stimuli such as plastic bags, gunfire, plastic jugs, flapping tarps, and other loud noises. This unwavering confidence allows Bubblegum to stand calmly and ground tie in the barn while being groomed with electric clippers.
He is incredibly low-maintenance and doesn't need special feeds or hay to thrive.
Bubblegum is calm and cooperative when saddled and readily accepts the bit. We've tried various bits and discovered he performs exceptionally well with any mid-ported gaited or gag bit.
Bubblegum is a well-adjusted horse who thrives in the pasture, fostering healthy relationships with his companions. He stands his ground without being aggressive, ensuring he isn't bullied. His approachable nature makes catching him in the pasture easy, and he happily responds when called to come into the barn for feeding.
Bubblegum remains calm during shoeing and is well-suited for a standard keg shoe with no special requirements. He easily permits lifting any of his legs, making the process smooth and hassle-free.
With his striking color, graceful movement, sharp intellect, vast experience, and years of training, he truly stands out from the crowd. Finding another like him will be nearly impossible. At just four years old, he has an exciting journey ahead with his future owner.