Shorty is a sweet pony that loves attention. He is not registered but has had professional training for trail riding and child riders. I recommend a child or small adult be a confident rider because he has the typical pony attitude. We have only used him as a trail horse and my son has lost interest in him. He stands for the farrier and vet. I have never showed him but I think he would make a great halter horse. He is up to date on vet/farrier. He will only be sold to somebody that can give him a good home. He loves attention and grooming.