AJ Performance Horses

09/12/2024

Little late on our check up but we are very excited to have our mare Rizz’s checked in foal to Playen Spades from 3C Performance Horses!

08/14/2024

Dirt work is done! We have roads, house and barn pad, and arena. Still have a long ways to go but we are excited to have things moving along!

07/30/2024

When it’s a warm summer day in Texas, you do what you gotta do to cool off… make a mess for your owners to deal with🙄

07/23/2024

New caps, jackets, and more just came in!

07/16/2024

We have been MIA for a while, but we are changing that! We are excited to give you a little sneak peak at the future home of AJ Performance Horses! This is why we have been gone trying to get construction started and we can’t wait to show yall the progress of getting this place off the ground, so stay tuned!

04/02/2024

Yall better watch out for this duo! Mike purchased this spunky yellow head horse from us recently and we’d say it’s a great fit! We have a feeling we will be seeing the two of them at the pay window! Congrats to the Trejo family and we can’t wait to see what comes!

03/20/2024

We are back home in Texas and settled in! We had a great time in Arizona! We are excited to see our horses go to great homes and wish their new owners the best!

We also want to take a moment to say a BIG Thank You to Rancho Rio! They continue to put on a great sale for both consignors and buyers. This year they went above and beyond and postponed the preview to completely rework the arena, so consignors had the best possible conditions to show their horses. Again we thank them for all their hard work!

03/16/2024

THE ROPE HORSE. Rain or shine one thing is for sure, The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio presented by Tito's is bringing you the best of the best for one day only—Saturday, March 16.

𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐙 𝐌𝐒𝐓
https://vimeo.com/event/4157059

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐩.𝐦. 𝐀𝐙 𝐌𝐒𝐓
https://youtube.com/live/C4jbL8EM2OU?feature=share

Rope horses have long been the workhorses of the Western industry—making seamless transitions from daywork to arena work, day in and day out, across the country.

From small ranchettes nestled in Arizona’s canyons to Big Sky Country’s vast expanses, rope horses have kept the sport of team roping alive while doing the legwork to keep the cattle industry and the Western way of life afloat, too, with little fanfare.

Once overlooked, with shaggy coats, big feet and wind-knotted manes, the rope horse has come of age alongside the team roping industry. Gone are the days of ‘good enough’ in today’s competitive team roping game.

Rope horses in 2024 need to be the cream of the crop: still able to handle long days in the saddle punching cows, but with the refinement and skill of the finest show horses in any event. Good bone, a keen eye, a strong topline, sloping shoulders and a deep croup set the standard for the modern-day rope horse, and it takes great breeders and dedicated horsemen and horsewomen to develop those qualities.

At Rancho Rio, we honor the timeless tradition of the rope horse, highlighting the best the industry has to offer for ropers of every skill level. We take great pride in being the premier location for ropers to showcase their elite horses, connecting the rope horse with the roper the way today’s booming sport deserves.

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03/15/2024

🛑POSTPONED!!🛑

Quigley is checked in and ready!!

Preview is postponed till March 16th at 12:30 PM

Live Link > https://liveclickon.com/The_Horse%20_Rancho_Rio_presented_by_Titos_Live/

Sale is March 16th at 5 PM

📞 Remote Bidding Available
Sale Website- https://www.ranchorioaz.com/wickenburg-arizona-horse-auction-buy-horses.html
Bid Online- Bid.SuperiorLivestock.com

💥𝐋𝐨𝐭 #38- Champ Stop To Look💥
🐴2014 Sorrel Gelding
📍The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio Presented by Titos
🛣️ Wickenburg, AZ

03/15/2024

Quigley said he’ll see everyone there!
He is Lot #38
Be sure to check out the links below to watch the preview if you can’t be there in person!

👀 CLICK these links ONLY to VIEW the LIVE SALE PREVIEW & The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio presented by Tito's

Watch the LIVE SALE PREVIEW at 12:30., Saturday, March 16:
https://vimeo.com/event/4157059

Watch THE HORSE SALE at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 16:
https://youtube.com/live/C4jbL8EM2OU?feature=share

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03/12/2024

Want to enter the jackpot up and back?
Quigley is your guy! He had some fun over at Roper Nation!

Lot #38 in The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio
Preview- March 15th
Sale- March 16th

03/11/2024

Quigley deserved a little pampering after a couple jackpots and showings he had this last week! If you’re in the Wickenburg area be sure to give M2T Performance Equine Bodywork a call!

03/08/2024

Champ Stop To Look is Lot #38 in The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio! Buys are welcome to come see him here locally in Wickenburg before the sale!

03/02/2024

💥𝐋𝐨𝐭 #38- Champ Stop To Look💥
🐴2014 Sorrel Gelding
📍The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio
🛣️ Wickenburg, AZ
🗓️ Preview March 15, 2024
🗓️ Sale March 16, 2024

“Quigley” is a gorgeous 2014 gelding standing 15.1 hands and weighs 1200lbs with a full flaxen mane and a tail that drags the ground. Quigley was started in a reining program so he is as broke as they come, rides with his head on the ground, and can spin like a top. After this program he continued on as a ranch horse, helping gather cattle in the pasture and work pens. From there he found his true calling in the team roping. He is a finished head and heel horse and is good for anyone from the higher numbers to the #8. This horse scores sharp every time with a quick snappy stride and can really run. He is very good on his hind end, can really control cattle through the corner and has a show stopping face. His reining background supplies him with all the tools one looks for in a horse of this caliber. Take him to the jackpot tomorrow and he is the same horse wherever you go. He is an easy keeper and one of the kindest horses. Whether it’s hauling, shoeing, or catching him in the pasture, he makes life easy. Quigley can go barefoot or be put in shoes with no issues and comes with a complete set of clean x-rays, so he will be sound for many years to come. This horse is the whole package and is ready to take his next roper to the pay window. Come look at him several weeks before the sale in Wickenburg. Call or text (307) 690-7732 for more information and follow AJ Performance Horses on social media for additional videos and jackpots entries on Quigley.

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https://youtu.be/IQ2OiGqNDLw?si=uSDn6rJmpUS2BFT5

📞 Remote Bidding Available
Sale Website- https://www.ranchorioaz.com/wickenburg-arizona-horse-auction-buy-horses.html
Bid Online- Bid.SuperiorLivestock.com

02/29/2024

Quigley is in Wickenburg, AZ! If you would like to come by and check him out, feel free to give us a call at 307-690-7732.

Lot #38 ♧︎𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝐓𝐎 𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊♧︎

The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio presented by Tito's Handmade Vodka

2014 Sorrel Gelding
AJ Fuchs
AJ Performance Horses
Spring Branch, TX

This gorgeous 2014 gelding stands 15.1 hands and weighs 1200lbs with a full flaxen mane and a tail that drags the ground. Quigley was started in a reining program, so he is as broke as they come, rides with his head on the ground, and can spin like a top. After this program he continued on as a ranch horse, helping gather cattle and work pens. From there he found his true calling in the team roping. He is a finished head and heel horse and is good for anyone from the higher numbers to the #8. This horse scores sharp every time with a quick, snappy stride and can really run. He is very good on his hind end, can really control cattle through the corner, and has a show stopping face. His reining background supplies him with all the tools one looks for in a horse of this caliber. Take him to the jackpot tomorrow and he is the same horse wherever you go. He is an easy keeper and one of the kindest horses. Whether it's hauling, shoeing, or catching him in the pasture, he makes life easier. Quigley can go barefoot or be put in shoes with no issues and comes with a complete set of clean X-Rays, so he will be sound for many years to come. This horse is the whole package and is ready to take his next roper to the pay window. Come look at him this winter in Texas or several weeks before the sale in Wickenburg. Call or text for more information. Follow AJ Performance Horses on social media for additional videos and future jackpot entries on Quigley.

📸 | 🎥 | View full profile here:https://www.ranchorioaz.com/horse-for-sale/38/champ-stop-to-look.html

Videos->> https://youtu.be/gJvGlG-XqVc?si=it__ZQJG7KPlg3p4
https://youtu.be/IQ2OiGqNDLw?si=WbMrUcjWtNaeg0UH

📍Rancho Rio, Wickenburg, AZ

📞 Remote Bidding Available through Superior Livestock Auction:
https://bid.superiorlivestock.com/auction/3505/detail

View all horses consigned to The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio:
https://bit.ly/RanchoRio-TheHorseSale2024-Consignments

💲Price determined on sale day!

02/26/2024

💥𝐋𝐨𝐭 #67 - JH Spunky Boon Olena💥
🐴2020 Sorrel Gelding
📍Hershberger Performance Horse Sale, Inc.
🛣️ Scottsdale, AZ
🗓️March 1, 2024

“Wee Man” is a cute, snappy, and kind gelding. He has all the looks you can ask for including a full mane and tail. He was started in a cutting program then since has been starting heeling and in the breakaway. He stands 14 hands and is as stout as they come. Don’t let his size fool you, he is ready to go and up to any task. No buck, no kick, no vices. SOUND.

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https://youtu.be/djrg2-XWZOo?si=5vq8aUTZWAMrxhKw

If you have any questions or would like additional information please feel free to give us a call.
AJ Fuchs (307)690-7732

📞 Remote Bidding Available
Sale Website- https://www.hershbergerhorses.com/19th-annual-performance-horse-sale.html?
Bid Online- https://www.dvauction.com/account/sign_up

02/25/2024

💥𝐋𝐨𝐭 #8 - ORF Perry💥
🐴2015 Roan Gelding
📍Hershberger Performance Horse Sale, Inc.
🛣️ Scottsdale, AZ
🗓️March 1, 2024

“Hoss” is a gorgeous bay roan gelding that stands 14.2 hands with a luscious mane and tail. He is kind, gentle, and an easy keeper. Take him outside to ride in the pasture or work cattle or saddle him up and go rope, take your pick. He’s been used in the feed lots to work pens, day worked outside and will last you all day. Hoss has been started on the heel side and in the breakaway and is ready for his next owner to take him the rest of the way. No buck, no kick, no vices. SOUND.

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https://youtu.be/14NQOWMA72A?si=4_uGbgDr8-cPS1iq

If you have any questions or would like additional information please feel free to give us a call.
AJ Fuchs (307)690-7732

📞 Remote Bidding Available
Sale Website- https://www.hershbergerhorses.com/19th-annual-performance-horse-sale.html?
Bid Online- https://www.dvauction.com/account/sign_up

02/24/2024

This guy will be missed! Wee Man is the cutest little guy and so fun to ride. Full video coming soon! He is consigned to Hershberger Performance Horse Sale, Inc. Lot #67!

02/23/2024

“Hoss” is getting ready to make his way to AZ! He is consigned to Hershberger Performance Horse Sale, Inc. Lot #8. He is a started heel and breakaway horse. Full video coming soon, but here is a little sneak peek!

02/21/2024

Just how much do we trust Quigley? Enough to make a couple runs in the WAR BRIDLE! Quigley is super honest and makes the same run every time no matter what! He is Lot #38 at Rancho Rio Horse Sale.

02/01/2024

When you have the entire arena to run around but you choose to supervise instead… This is Roxy, a 3 year old mare, who is clearly not fazed by much.

01/28/2024

Not a bad view heading to the arena this morning!

01/20/2024

💥It Is Live💥
Guys, we have finally launched our website!! Be sure to go check it out for details on our program and horses. We would love to hear any feedback!
Link in bio: ajperfhorses.com