Atlas (he's very large!) is a kind, affectionate 12 year old. Completely sound (no maintenance issues) and healthy. Sired by the famous Appaloosa, The Hunter, Atlas has shown extensively and has the beautiful ground manners of a show horse. Loads, travels well,clips, stands for the farrier, etc. 2005 Appaloosa rating of Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Superior Horse Award. Shown extensively in Appaloosa Shows and A rated Hunter jumper shows in the West; always placing well, usually top 4. He was not jumped until he was 7 and only jumped for 3 years before his owner embarked on dressage, which seems to be Atlas' forte. He's a quick learner; transitioning from breed show styles to hunter jumper, and then to dressage. All successfully. Has laterals, flying lead changes and working on canter pirouette. Atlas has an interesting history, too. He had absolutely no appaloosa marking (spots, etc.) until he was 8yo! Then, over the next two years, a single while circle gradually appeared around his left eye. Talk about getting noticed and an instant conversation starter!