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Duncan is owned by Roy Paskell (MD of Willow Farm).
He works in the Riding School – as do all the rescue
horses who can safely do so – to fund the upkeep of
all our residents! At 8 years of age this stunning
gelding was due to be shot because he was not good
as a lead hunt horse, as he wouldn't go in water.
Roy couldn't bear to see him
lose his life for such a daft reason – so bought him
for £350 – which was his 'meat' value. He is a very
spirited horse and can be quite challenging. He
likes to make life difficult for new staff when they
are TRYING to put his bridle on. He hates being kept
in a stable and does his best to ensure staff soon
get the message if does have to stay in.
Duncan jumps brilliantly and happily goes into water
and hacks now – he just needed a bit of
understanding. He is also seen regularly by our
saddler and the osteopath to keep him as comfortable
as possible.
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Duncan being led |
