If you are looking to buy a cob or a quality driving horse, the job of a wise choice will always be made easier if you can buy from people who know what they are doing and truly understand their horses. With six generations of horse breeding tradition behind them, Michael Vine and his family have a wealth of knowledge of gypsy cobs and driving horses.
The Vine family name is respected internationally; cobs of their breeding can be found all over the world and many top class horses have Vine horses in their pedigrees. Celebrated horses from the past and present such as The Lottery Horses, The Ring Master and Lloyds are always associated with the Vine name. A Vine's bred horse has the benefit of generations of careful, selective breeding, every cob has been bred for a purpose and every cob is fit for purpose.
It is true that there are plenty of good looking cobs about and many also have impressive pedigrees. However, what I really admire about Michael Vine and his family is the fact that they are also excellent producers of horses. If they have started a horse in it's driving career the next owner will find that the job has been done properly and the horse will be as described. Because the Vines work their horses it is clear that they are breeding and selecting horses for much more than looks and names, but have their eye on the importance of soundness, correct conformation and temperament.
The Vines are a family of true horsemen and women who work very hard to take great care of their beloved horses. They have an impressive selection of stallions and it is impossible to have a favourite but I have to admit that if there was such a thing as a Vine's genie I would wish for Moses. At 12hh he is in my opinion the best of mini cobs but he is so well put together that he is simply a fantastic cob.
Michael says that Lloyds is as good an example of a blagdon that you could ever find and I have to agree. Of course he is pretty and his feather and mane etc are gorgeous, he is a proper fairytale horse. But just look at the structure! There are lots of cobs around with a short back and good shoulder but this one has a rear to match and great joints. I often think that it doesn't really matter how heavy a cob is as that is just personal preference. More important is that the horse has balanced proportions and in this respect Lloyds is one of the most correct horses around at this time. The Vines do not stand him at public stud but do cover select mares and occasionally sell the off-spring.
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| Pair of driving mares, currently for sale. |
It is true that there are plenty of good looking cobs about and many also have impressive pedigrees. However, what I really admire about Michael Vine and his family is the fact that they are also excellent producers of horses. If they have started a horse in it's driving career the next owner will find that the job has been done properly and the horse will be as described. Because the Vines work their horses it is clear that they are breeding and selecting horses for much more than looks and names, but have their eye on the importance of soundness, correct conformation and temperament.
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| Moses |
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| Lloyds |
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| For Sale - perfect family pony |
Whether you are seeking serious cobs to add to your breeding programme or you are looking for a well behaved, quality family pony, Kent Gypsy Horses is the best place to start and hopefully end your search.
The Vines are well respected and very well liked because they know what they are doing and are patient and honest with their clients. They are known for not only being a good judge of a horse but also a prospetive owner. At Kent Gypsy Horses you will see good horses, fair prices and just as important, the Vines are generous with support and advice.
For further information visit their website; Kent Gypsy Horses
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