I am more than happy to endorse your German Horse Center!

My experience was entirely positive. Horse shopping is always a bit nerve wracking. Even more so when you don't know the people who are showing you the horses. Also, I wasn't even sure what I was looking for, as I had not ridden much for some years, and I was not very fit. I only knew that I wanted to return to Eventing.

At the Partner barns everyone went out of their way to help me figure out what I was looking for, and each went out of their way to extend hospitality- booking rooms, giving us driving directions, and even making dining reservations, or asking us to stay for dinner!

The horse I bought was an unlikely choice at first glance; only four years old and with no jumping experience. Julia had already seen me ride and so wisely had me try Don Charming on the lunge line first. This was not in the least offensive to me, I would have done the same in her place. But as soon as he trotted, that was it! - goodbye lunge line! It's funny how you can recognize a horse that you've never met before.

During the vetting, shipping arrangements, and payments, nothing was too much trouble for Julia, on our behalf. I cannot imagine a better Ambassador for the German Horse Center, or indeed for Germany.

Don Charming is a lovely fellow, and has inspired me to regain my riding fitness. He is a careful and bold jumper. His first Event is next month. I will send you a photo of him in action from there.

I would ( and have) absolutely recommend the German Horse Center to anyone. The integrity of those involved is impressive, and the hospitality was lovely."

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