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Rooster came to Longmeadow after his owner passed away and family members could no longer care for him. He was surrendered at the end of 2023 and took some time settling into life at the Ranch. We knew he had a history of training under saddle but were unsure of how much he knew. After his routine quarantine ended, our trainer started evaluating the handsome man to see what he could offer.
Straight out of the gate, Rooster had personality and a cute face to go with it. He was not afraid to tell us how he felt whether it was on the ground or under saddle. He enjoys time with his equine friends and isn’t fond of the “slow life.” Rooster definitely has more `go` than “whoa” and doesn’t mind taking the occasional speed walk with his handlers while being led. Because of this, we think he would do best with a solid confident, intermediate rider to help him work on his manners.
But don’t let this sway your opinion of this beautiful 14.2HH 22-year-old gelding. Rooster has tons of potential and would flourish with the right person. He is working on his neck reining and patience and enjoys the attention and company of both humans and equine alike. He is easy to catch in the paddock and gets along with others. He has a comfortable gait while being ridden properly and has a beautiful, dark coat that catches the eyes of many! He foundered at some point in his past but had fully recovered when he arrived to Longmeadow, so his adopter will need to watch his weight and diet.
Adoption Fee: $900 Height: 14.2HH Maximum Carrying Weight (includes tack and rider): 190lbs
Rooster came to Longmeadow after his owner passed away and family members could no longer care for him. He was surrendered at the end of 2023 and took some time settling into life at the Ranch. We knew he had a history of training under saddle but were unsure of how much he knew. After his routine quarantine ended, our trainer started evaluating the handsome man to see what he could offer.
Straight out of the gate, Rooster had personality and a cute face to go with it. He was not afraid to tell us how he felt whether it was on the ground or under saddle. He enjoys time with his equine friends and isn’t fond of the “slow life.” Rooster definitely has more `go` than “whoa” and doesn’t mind taking the occasional speed walk with his handlers while being led. Because of this, we think he would do best with a solid confident, intermediate rider to help him work on his manners.
But don’t let this sway your opinion of this beautiful 14.2HH 22-year-old gelding. Rooster has tons of potential and would flourish with the right person. He is working on his neck reining and patience and enjoys the attention and company of both humans and equine alike. He is easy to catch in the paddock and gets along with others. He has a comfortable gait while being ridden properly and has a beautiful, dark coat that catches the eyes of many! He foundered at some point in his past but had fully recovered when he arrived to Longmeadow, so his adopter will need to watch his weight and diet.
Adoption Fee: $900 Height: 14.2HH Maximum Carrying Weight (includes tack and rider): 190lbs
Horses, cows, goats, potbellied pigs and other animals at our Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, MO are available for visits during our Open House / Adoption Days every Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you are interested in meeting our adoptable animals or our Barn Buddies who are available for sponsorship, please visit the ranch during one of these days or call 636-583-8759 to schedule a visit on another day.
Horses, cows, goats, potbellied pigs and other animals at our Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, MO are available for visits during our Open House / Adoption Days every Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you are interested in meeting our adoptable animals or our Barn Buddies who are available for sponsorship, please visit the ranch during one of these days or call 636-583-8759 to schedule a visit on another day.
More about this shelter
Nestled among 165-acres of woodland near Union, Missouri, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is haven for hundreds of abused and neglected horses, cows, goats, pigs, ducks and other farm animals. The ranch is one of the most comprehensive horse and farm animal care and rehabilitation centers in the country. In addition to animal care, ranch staff provide hands-on humane education experiences for both children and adults.
Nestled among 165-acres of woodland near Union, Missouri, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is haven for hundreds of abused and neglected horses, cows, goats, pigs, ducks and other farm animals. The ranch is one of the most comprehensive horse and farm animal care and rehabilitation centers in the country. In addition to animal care, ranch staff provide hands-on humane education experiences for both children and adults.
