Blackberry

BLACKBERRY — 15.1 Hands • 11-Year-Old Black Gelding
English or Western • Collected • Smooth • Elegant • Trail-Confident
Blackberry is the kind of black gelding that makes people look twice — not just because he’s jet-black and good looking, but because he carries himself with a refined, classy style that you can feel the moment you swing a leg over. He has a smooth, fluid way of moving, a naturally balanced frame, and that “put together” ride that’s hard to find.
He rides English or Western and does it with the same quiet confidence. Blackberry is soft in the bridle, willing to stay collected, and has an elegant feel without being dull. His gaits are comfortable and easy to sit, and his transitions are smooth and enjoyable — the kind that make you feel like you’re riding a horse that’s been brought along the right way. He settles in, stays with you, and makes the ride feel easy.
On the trails he is — relaxed, and content to travel out and cover country. He goes along with a steady, confident attitude and doesn’t act like every new thing is a reason to get worried. He’s been over bridges and tires, handles obstacles with a level head, and keeps his rider feeling secure. Add in pool noodles, tarps, and the usual “trail surprises,” and he stays the same kind of horse — thinking, listening, and moving through it without making a big deal.
He’s also easy to have in your day-to-day program. Blackberry is easy to tack up, stands for what you need, and is pleasant to be around. He does well in a group setting and rides out nicely with other horses, and he’s also comfortable venturing out — whether that means leaving the barn alone or just being the one that leads the pack when everyone else wants to stop and stare. He’s the type that lets you go enjoy your ride instead of managing your ride.
Blackberry is happy being kept in a stall or turned out in pasture, and he settles in well either way. If you’re looking for a gelding with a polished, classy feel in the arena and a steady, happy mind on the trails, Blackberry is one you’ll be proud to have in your barn.
For more info or to come try him:
Longhorn Ranch — Dina
📞 831-537-1915
📍 Paicines, CA