Buddy is as 13 yr old 15.2 hand palomino gelding. buddy is gentle as can be and safe for anyone . He neck reins and side passes great. He will do whatever’s asked of him . he’s been mainly rode by a 6 yr old who does everything on him . Buddy does have ringbone in his front left that is managed with shoes and previcox or bute when rode hard . He would be best for a youngster just learning or someone who just wants to mosey around . He loads bathes ties and stands for the farrier great .