So proud of pony Wookie!

My little ornery pony has come a long way! Wookie is my 5 yr. old Friesian/ Welsh cross pony. (Yes, I know, it was an accidental breeding).  Last week, my young junior jockey neighbor Yomar first took him for a refresher ride in the western saddle (as it had been a few weeks since he was last ridden).

Then the following day, his father (Yomar Ortiz Sr., a professional jockey) accompanied him on Pimms for a bit of leg stretching.  This time, he rode Wookie bareback (as he is most comfortable), and managed to urge him into a canter of more than a few strides for the first time.  They did great, I was very proud of both Wookie and Pimms.

And finally, I decided to finally take Wookie on a trail ride.  He did wonderfully, never having had to carry and adult for so long, and even doing a couple nice canter stretches!  I am very pleased with my little guy.

Here are the videos of the younger and elder Ortiz riders.  Aren't they just adorable?!:

Little Wookie is doing great!

I have decided I should find a good person to lease Wookie.  I think he really has the potential to be the perfect all-around little guy!  The last time we went out on the trails, he had no problem leading the way, and didn't seem the least bit spooky.

He is also stocky enough to carry many adults (myself included, of course).  As will all my youngsters, I will need someone who is experienced and a strong rider, so that he doesn't develop any bad habits, but I am sure the perfect person is out there... now I only need to find them!

Little Pony Wookie’s first real ride!

My young 11 yr. old neighbor Yomar started helping me with Wookie last week. He has done a great job on him and it’s been a lot of fun! His first time on, Mariam led the way on Judge...

Then yesterday, I took Atticus and we went on a trail ride in the park .

Is this not the cutest picture of a kid on a pony you've ever seen?!  I can't help but say "Awww" every time I look at it!

Riding through the water jump pond:

I was very proud of both of them!  They seem to be a great match