Ava’s Oregon Mustang

22/07/2025

So so so sorry about his messy stall 🤦🏼‍♀️ I have been working on getting the saddle on for the last day or so. Today after just a little bit of work getting it on and off, I was able to put the saddle on fully and cinch him up! Stetson had gotten more and more trusting lately, and it has really accelerated our training sessions. Although, I will not push him enough to be riding by competition, I think he will make a great riding horse for someone!

19/07/2025

17/07/2025

Photoshoot and confirmation pictures!
Thanks to Maddie we got some amazing pictures of Stetson. And he’s here to make your day better since he’s soooo stunning 😍

12/07/2025

Stetson update!!

A lot has happened since my last post, so let’s dive into it! This guy has been on a journey, and he’s only getting better! Although, lots of things are extra scary to him, whether that is a saddle pad, an unfamiliar rope, or a flag on a whip. Some mustangs just have a little less domestic horse traits in them, but that’s why we love them! That being said, he tries his best every time, and we always work through it. We may not get to riding this big guy by competition, but that’s ok. We are going his pace and I have no doubt he will make an incredible horse. Once you get through to that connection, you are his person all the way. Stetson has learned many new things in the last couple of weeks! He has learned: walking side by side, haunch turning, side passing, forehand turning, backing, brushing his mane and his body, petting with two hands (us mustang owners know this is a silly, but tough one!), going over obstacles, etc. And today, he even enjoyed getting some hugs! Again, lots of things seem scarier to Stetson than to some other mustangs, but I know he doesn’t have a mean bone in his body. He truly wants to please you and does his absolute best!
One last thing about him, his movement is absolutely incredible! It reminds me of western dressage, fancy ranch riding and maybe even a little pleasure movement too. These qualities are very rare for mustangs, so I am so happy to see it in him. With his good looks, movement and loving personality, Stetson will make an amazing horse and friend.
I will be posting some videos of his progress soon, so stay in tune!

06/05/2025

Alright everyone drum roll please… 🥁

⭐️ Meet Stetson! ⭐️

Stetson will be available in August for adoption! Follow our journey over the next few months and see if he is your dream horse 🐴 💙

05/05/2025

Tag 8744… Help me Decide his name!! Comment below and choose your favorite, or come up with a new one!
⭐️ My favorites are Harley, Stetson or Dallas

Yesterday was my first time getting to pet him, and it was so amazing to finally get the opportunity to do that! He had progressed so much with my mom and sister working with him even since last week. It’s hard to be in school far away and come down every weekend, but I know it will be worth it! Yesterday, I got his tag off and adjusted his halter, as well as practiced leading! My mom and sister got his new halter on after it suddenly broke, but it was very loose. After working on face touches and touching his halter, he was perfectly fine with me tightening his halter! After that was fixed, I knew he was ready for his tag to come off, and get his new name 🥰
I haven’t worked with many older mustangs but it’s interesting to see the difference than that of a 2-3 year old. He is a bit more scared and slow to get used to new things, but you can tell a d***y gelding is going to pop out once he gets over his fears. So far, even though he hasn’t been worked with much, he is an amazing mustang, his potential is already shining through. He has so much to give and so much to learn, I am excited to see what the future will bring! I am wanting to take things slow and not push him too much, despite seeing some other horses doing so much more. A good foundation in a mustang will make all the difference. Even if we take it easy to start, I know he will make a fabulous horse and companion 💙

24/04/2025

It’s official! Tag 8744 is my new mustang for this Teens and Oregon Challenge!

He was my first pick, and I am so so glad I got him! He is absolutely stunning from the photos and videos. He looks much bigger and stalkier than I expected, but im not mad at it! I can’t wait to meet him in person. Unfortunately I couldn’t make it to pickup because of cosmetology school, but I am very greatful for my Mom, Dad, and Sister for picking him and two others up! Follow along on Lucy’s Mustang Challenge and Maddie's Oregon Mustang for updates and more photos!