“Sweet Mary” is a 9 year old Gypsy Vanner cross mare standing 15.2 hands. Just as her name suggests, Mary is an absolute sweetheart both in the barn and under saddle. Mary walks, jogs, and lopes nicely. She hits the ground smoothly and is comfortable to ride. She rides on a loose rein and is light off the aids. When you sit deep in the saddle and say whoa, Mary has a very prompt stop to her! She also backs nicely and has the fundamentals of moving off the leg. On the trails, Mary rides out alone or with a group. She loves crossing water and going down creek trails. She steps over logs, is careful across rocks, balances herself well going down hills, and has a nice power walk up steep inclines. We have crossed bridges with her and if you want a relaxing open across a big field, she is the one to do it on! Around the farm, she is a go-to mount when we need to gather horses or cattle from the big pastures and bring them up to the catch pens. She is going to be a steady mare to push the herd along from behind and keep the stragglers up with the group. She knows how to maneuver in the pens and doesn’t mind being in a tighter space. We have also ponied colts and kids ponies off of her with no issues! Around the barn, Mary absolutely LOVES to be groomed and whatever attention you want to give her. She stands tied nicely, stands to saddle, and is easy to bridle. Mary has nice stall manners and also gets along well in a herd outside. She is always one of the first ones to meet you at the gate when you go to the pasture to catch horses. Mary is an overall really enjoyable mare that is also quiet, safe, and gentle. For more information, please call or text Sammi at (704) 798-5497.