Spotted Saddle Horse

Horse · Gaited · 2 live listings

A pinto-colored gaited horse developed in Tennessee from Tennessee Walkers, Missouri Fox Trotters and ponies of Spanish descent. Spotted Saddle Horses are smooth, calm and popular for trail riding.

At a glance

Origin

Tennessee, United States

Size

14–16 hands · 900–1,100 lb

Lifespan

25–30 years

Coat

Pinto patterns

Temperament

Calm, gentle, willing

Best fit

Trail, pleasure riding

Species

Horse

The tradeoffs, honestly

Keeping the gait smooth takes a rider and farrier who know gaited horses. White areas sunburn, and show horses may have been exposed to soring.

Common questions

What should the pre-purchase exam cover?

Ask the vet to check the front pasterns for scars or pain that could suggest soring, and to assess feet and shoeing. Include a skin check on white areas.

Is a Spotted Saddle Horse good for beginners?

Often. Most are calm and very smooth. Take a few lessons on a gaited horse to learn how to ride the gait.

Is it a Tennessee Walker with spots?

Partly. Many carry Walker blood, but the breed also draws on Fox Trotters and Spanish-descended ponies, and it has its own registries.

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Health tests to ask for

Negative Coggins within 12 monthsVeterinary exam on fileCore vaccinations currentPre-purchase exam on fileCurrent radiographs availableDental float within 12 monthsMicrochip registeredEquine genetic health panel

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