I rode one several years ago and never forgot it. What a wonderful ride and such a gentle horse. Would love to have one...
I have owned a Haflinger for 3 years now -- actually she owns me!! She is a wonderful partner in all pursuits! We trail ride, Dressage and jump. She loves it all!! They are very intelligent horses, thus easily bored. So mixing it up is key. She's the Belle of the barn. Every one who meets her loves her and she happily stands for the attention and admiration!
My Haflinger's bad!! She's a good jumper though & a lot of fun, but sometimes frustrating. Taught me most of what I know about staying on through tantrums & reading their emotions. She makes it known when she's done! Beautiful, though. Love her.
I would have to say my Haflinger Angus is the best horse I have ever had! So calm and kind with a can-do attitude! I LOVE Haflingers!!!
I love my haffie Cisco! He's laid back but has that get-up-and-go when I ask for it! Plus he's great with my son who is 2yrs old, they are buddies!
The only problem I have with this article is the picture of the overly tight nose band!! Take a close look, it looks like it could cut off the horses air!! This makes me cringe for that poor horse.