We frequently have more available than are listed on the website. Reach out for more details about our horses, sales program, or how we can help you find that new family for your horse.
When it comes to training, each horse needs something a little different. Our flexible program provides the correct number and type of rides for your horse (3, 4, 5 a week? grids? field hacks? XC schooling? basic stadium work? etc) to help set them up for success and find them find that perfect home.
We are always happy to present horses to prospective buyers. For the benefit of the horse and the human, buyers are carefully "vetted" to be sure that they would be a good match with the horses they get on. Aubrey does the demo ride and if the horse seems appropriate, she will teach an abridged lesson /work with their trainer to provide a positive experience and show the horse.
We are happy to help you market your horse on this page and on social media! We have a large client base and good connections with varied budgets. Using video and photo, we aim to make a good match and find quality homes.
Aubrey is a professional photographer and with her knowledgeable team, creates attractive conformation and under saddle photographs. Video is always essential for sales, and the Kivu Team is happy to help create short films that show off your horse's skills and movement either at home or at competitions.
Please reach us at aubreygraham@gmail.com / 404-509-4655 if you cannot find an answer to your question below
You are welcome to come try horses here or to purchase remotely. In both cases, I will do my best to ensure that any horse you wish to purchase or try is a good fit. Please expect that I might request videos or inquire about your background as a rider / with training OTTBs. There are no offsite trials. **Making a good match that makes rider and horse happy is my first goal.**
To try horses here a (refundable upon purchase) payment of $100 must be sent to Aubrey 24-hours before the trial to hold your slot. (*This is not a scam - I just got tired of folks wasting my time and not doing their due diligence before coming out - aka tire kicking, booking a ride and bailing day-of, or of not checking with a trainer/bank/husband first, etc.) You're welcome to try any suitable horse(s) that is(are) for sale for that one-time fee, but time slots are booked ahead of time, so please plan accordingly. Each horse takes around 45-min to an hour to discuss and trial ride. *If you choose to come back to try the horse again, that will be charged like a lesson (120$) and will not be refundable.
For each horse, we will use my tack which is already fitted to the horse. Feel free to bring your stirrups and leathers though as I'm tall and we often have to roll them for shorter riders. Generally I will hop on first and show you the horse through the flat and fences (if applicable). You have a choice to hop on or pass at that point, and we'll go from there. Please expect that I will coach you through the ride, especially on the greener Thoroughbreds.
Once you have decided that you wish to purchase a horse, you have the option of setting up a PPE. Henderson Equine in Avon usually is the closest (585-226-5560). A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to hold a horse for a PPE (PPE must be scheduled within 2 weeks). The horse will still be shown to potential buyers during this time, though it will not be sold out from under you if a PPE has been scheduled and confirmed.
After the PPE, you will have a business day to discuss findings with your vet and confirm your desire to purchase or pass.
If you choose to purchase, a bill of sale will be drawn up and payment must be sent and received before the horse is transferred from the farm. Venmo, Zelle, and Bank Transfers / Cashiers Check are all fine.
Once the horse is sold, I will happily assist in setting up shipping. Temporary board begins the day after the bill of sale is signed and is 200$ a week, to be paid before pickup, prorated to 30$ a day. The horse will continue to be fed and cared for as usual until pickup. At this point, I will no longer be riding the horse, unless a training ride package is discussed and agreed upon.
While I would love for new owners to visit their horses before shipping, this must be scheduled and will be limited as this is a training facility, not a boarding barn. The goal is to get them to you and settled in as soon as possible.
And from there, it's all the fun of training and riding and caring for the new horse. BUT if you run into trouble, or just want to share the joy and excitement of bringing them along, I'll be there to help, take a look at videos, and make suggestions. In some more extensive cases, lesson fees may apply, but I will do everything I can to help out (and celebrate successes) as you go forward.
The name! I don't get to take credit for that one, unfortunately.
Spork has fox hunted with a variety of hunts for the last couple years and is as hardy and brave as they come. But he has decided he’s not as much a fan of hunting as his owner would like, so we’re aiming to find him a career that doesn’t include long periods of standing still or following along. In the past he has packed older riders around and been an all around good guy under saddle.
My first ride on Spork was a ton of fun - he knows tons and has lovely movement. He needs the occasional reminder to go forward and is more of a leg ride, but I think this sets him up to be a super match for a gutsy teen who wants to go do all the things or a good riding adult ammie who wants to hack around, jump all the things and show. Really, Spork would be happy to do pretty much anything so long as it is semi-consistent work - aka he's only going to get better with consistency and he's already pretty damn cool.
Video coming soon
Spork turns out well with others and is agentleman on the ground. He can be "busy" but remains extremely well behaved no matter the ask. Spork would do best in 4 shoes (he is in fronts currently) and does have capped hocks from an unknown incident many years ago. They don't bother him in the slightest and are only really visible if you're actively looking for them.
Even with that, Spork is not limited. I think he would love to event but could just as easily go on to do any of the other three rings, be a trail horse, family horse, be a or general all around mount.
Spork is offered at $6500 to increase with training and experience. Trial fees apply (see above)
OK folks, they don't often get nicer than this as a three year old. He is sweet, kind, curious, and playful. On top of that super demeanor, I'll put in words what you can see anyway - Luca has a stunning uphill build, great conformation and a shoulder that tells me those knees are going to go to his nose over a fence.
His first post track ride is here:
https://youtu.be/oWtcNJPNjWk?si=kQeWUlqmpaWp8Y4_
Once I was in the irons, this kiddo was foot perfect. He picked up both leads easily, allowed me to ride and ask him to use his back and step through. He stayed happily in front of my leg but never got quick - just clicked around balanced and uncomplicated.
Luca was not a huge fan of the mounting block at the first go round, so I'll train that patiently this week. That's a pretty common thing with these guys right off the track and it usually gets sorted when it is properly trained. He let me hop on from the ground with no issues. I'll make sure this is as sorted as possible before he heads out.
Luca's movement is balanced and beautiful - he'd do well in dressage, eventing, hunters, jumpers, eq, frankly... you name it.There are no limitations and no factors keeping him from going as far in any discipline as a rider wants to go.
Luca was raised and owned by an equine vet who cares deeply about where he ends up. Besides the fact that she has carefully managed his health and soundness over the years, she has also loved on him enough that he thinks humans are stellar, cookies are tasty, and he comes running to the sound of his name.
Luca is priced at $6500 to increase with training and experience. Trial fees apply (see above)
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Cove just arrived and is under evaluation but man what a special horse. I’m impressed.
Sale price TBD
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It is a good thing that this kiddo didn't come into my sales string before the closing deadline to add more horses to the RRP Makeover lineup... otherwise I'd be taking three.
Neil is an elegantly built gelding with a super kind eye. The photo is from the early spring, but other than being a bit bleached, he resembles it closely. New photos coming soon once I have help. He has been in my care for less than a week, but he is uncomplicated, sweet and really just wants to please. If it tells you how well loved he has been, his owners called him "Baby" and he responded to it.
Neil crossties well, stalls well, turns out well... all the things. He stands at the mounting block and took in all the new sights and sounds like a champ. His first ride in New York happened while tractors were moving manure and the drag was rattling down to the arena. He didn't care in the slightest. I don't have working students here yet, so the phone balanced on a barrel and he was patient with me setting that up and fixing it a few times.
4th ride in NY: https://youtu.be/OGoIHQJqkSw?si=1Z9UlvUg4tW57tCQ
First ride in New York:https://youtu.be/2TNk_vkwEnI?si=tq-sirpm7kTazz9r
Neil is a young, green Thoroughbred, so he is recommended for an intermediate rider or above with a soft and and gentle seat. He has no known quirks, but is learning how to go forward into soft contact and is riding quite appropriately for his experience level.
Neil has clean legs aside one medial splint. The splint was checked over by a Cornell equine surgeon (not because we thought he needed surgery, but because she's a friend and happened to be in KY and checked him over for me before I picked him up) and determined to be a total non-issue. AKA it is just cosmetic.
Overall, this kid is going to be lovely. Located in Bath, NY and currently asking $8500 no offsite trials available. Available for purchase from video or in person with a refundable-upon-purchase trial fee (see above).
Ramen arrived in late December and made it clear that he fits in immediately. He is goofy and curious and wickedly smart. Obviously I think he’s going to be amazing.
Let’s start with the obvious: He is a Curlin x Pulpit. Of course I needed to bring him in - two of my favorite sport horses for temperament and power. He is exactly what I expected and holy hell, his hind end reach and power is out of this world. THAT CANTER!
Most recent flat school: https://youtu.be/B1mmh6SZLj8?si=dI8LPVWabL-6G8MK
First post track ride : https://youtu.be/BVRbChjowFU?si=D4pFyZzhSfCRcnXm
more flat video:https://youtu.be/147V-Df_EAw?si=KbxZysDhGCP8D_hL
XC School: https://youtu.be/oqhqBH0vR7A?si=iUdFGXRClRk9rH78
First tiny stadium show: https://youtu.be/ABamu0SuXc4?si=U8pZboe5rqWzsCFK
Under saddle, this smart, curious kiddo is all kindness and power. He is very willing to listen and work with you, but there is so much drive and heart, it is no surprise he was good on the track. He is going to be a killer eventer, jumper, or fox hunter. Just look at that canter and walk. Add to this that he is one of the bravest, most level -headed horses I have had through the barn. Zero bad behavior and super happy to hang out and let you teach a lesson from his back or go to work.
I think this guy has a ton of mid-to-UL potential. And because of that, he’d do best with an experienced rider and trainer familiar with talented OTTBs. He is sweet and kind and has really started to settle in under saddle. Oh, and he is wickedly brave - hack up the driveway with friends or alone, cool. Hack around the pond on the buckle and go through the water? No problem. XC school all the elements - ditch, water, bank, logs, built fences. Yep. Freakin awesome. I'll have him out eventing in the spring if he is still here (and I won't be complaining...)
I’m super excited to get this one going, but equally excited to see where he lands. He is going to be one hell of a powerhouse.
Ramen does need shoes. He has a small lump on his right cannon bone from a common race procedure akin to pin firing (he ran successfully both before and after).
Ramen is currently priced at $8000 No off-site trials or leases available. Able to be tried in Bath , NY. On-site trial fees apply, (see above)
Neumann is technically my 2024 RRP Makeover Horse. I adore him and I think the world of what he can do. The plan was / is to both event him and fox hunt him. AND I think he has a good shot at making the top ten.
XC Video: https://youtu.be/C-xNKwU8TDw?si=tggESjtDmhyvmvR1
At home Schooling May: https://youtu.be/4PHmyKWHqKQ?si=hWGwnEOe3_0xf9R3
Here’s his back story. Neumann is a Lion Heart gelding, which means he is kind, smart, capable and catty. He is not a packer, but he has no interest in making your life that much more difficult - which I think in the long run will make him an amateur’s dream.
I have fox hunted him first and second flight. And let me tell you - this horse is a natural. He stayed in line, half halted through my seat, was game, and patently loved it. And because I am still an over-grown 12 year old, we caught loose horses both times and gamely enjoyed getting to ride with staff. Looking for a horse to turn into a whip? This one is going to be independent, trustworthy and generally amazing. Yes, he’ll event, dressage, show jump or anything else you’d like. He’s athletic and just a plain natural in the sporthorse world.
Neumann did tangle himself in the fence at his race barn as a 2 year old. His injuries to his pastern were significant at the time but he lucked out and his connections gave him all the time and care to heal (we have pics of the tangle, and the healing). He didn't startracing until the end of his 4 year old year, and he earned pretty good money, running until he was 7.
When he came in, I got radiographs of the location and all he has to show is a bit of boney growth that does not impede any joint of movement - so… no limitations (other than it being difficult to find good bell boots for him).
I'll be happy if doesn’t sell now and goes to the Makeover. BUT if he does sell to a perfect home, I’ll also be thrilled for him to get all the chances at a happy, long, productive sporthorse career.
Neumann has made it clear he’d rather have his own human than be in a training program. to help him get that I have halved his price to 7500. Trial fees apply (see above). No off-site trials or leases.
I have held onto Needles since I got him as a three year old (and have known him since he was a yearling) with the hopes of making him into my next UL hopeful. He slowed down the process with a few dumb injuries but he's back at it and making waves now as he begins to climb the levels.
Needles ( I know, worst name ever), is brave, kind, goofy as hell, and smart. He's the type of smart that is calculating, funny, and annoying - not the reactive, sensitive type.
He has run a Starter HT and will go BN soon. Needles has a huge, round jump, excellent conformation and the type of brain that will allow him to excel in dressage, on xc, and out with the hounds.
Folks say that I have a "type" - here it is.
Needles is not a packer and will not be appropriate for a beginner, but a good rider with a trainer will have no problem bringing out the best in this kiddo. In the meantime, he'll steal hearts as efficiently as he steals ballcaps off your head.
Again, Needles is not one I'm in any rush to sell, but I need to be smarter business wise than I usually am. He is offered at 20k, trial fees apply. No offsite trials or leases.
Oy… this is a hard one to write. I love this horse. He is the most amazingly grumpy, athletic pain in the ass out there. And I adore all of his ridiculous overflow of personality (hence me putting off selling him since I bought him at the end of February last year). But I legitimately own too many and while I think he’ll be able to do anything anyone wants, my gut tells me that this horse will be a killer first flight fox hunter and or mid-level eventer with the right rider and situation.
Before you read any further, he is NOT for sale to a boarding barn situation. His sense of humor and snapping turtle nature are too much of a risk and I don't want him anywhere he won't be loved as much as he is here.
Makeover XC
https://youtu.be/QXDovQIdPu4?si=MJ_z7HRlzyl4XVoz
Makeover Dressage:
https://youtu.be/bXhorTcXJ-Q?si=m2T8Iej2FKssi1qh
So I’m legging him up to hunt and event and see what he thinks. In the meantime, he is for sale to a home that will put his quirky, odd-ball self first and enjoy all of the comical, sweet, but gnashy bits that are Wolf.
OK, more specifically, Wolf competed in this year’s RRP Makeover in show jumping and BN eventing and he has miles at starter before that. Man is that horse brave. In KY, he took in all the arenas and all the fences, water, down bank, ditch etc etc etc without batting an eye. Wolf has scope for plenty more, though grids will definitely help him nail down his footwork. He has all the movement and presence to stop traffic, even at just 16h.
Wolf did all of this well on less rides than I would have liked. His letdown from the track took a while and came in fits and spurts where he would get body sore and would get more time off. When I competed him in KY, I think he had maybe 30 retraining rides… MAYBE. He is now past the sore part, has packed on the pounds (finally) and is onto the “needs a job” stage.
Wolf has a hell of a hind leg and is put together like a proper Ferarri. He ran 63 times mostly in Louisiana and was sound for the duration - this kid is tough as nails and knows (and loves) that job. Thus, he is definitely not for an inexperienced rider.
Add to it that he is smart - frankly smarter than most people I know - and thus is super good at getting himself in slightly comical trouble. He does not have a buck or rear, but he will outsmart you undersaddle if you're not on top of your game or if he feels your boundaries are merely suggestions.
That said, Wolf is ALL WORK when in the tack. He loves his job and likes nothing more than to show you that he can do it. Wolf is INtense not tense. But whether in the saddle or on the ground, he mandates a sense of humor. Like many Malibu Moons and Ghostzappers, he can be … “expressive.” He is food aggressive and is generally likely to snap in your direction or lift a leg to threaten to kick when being groomed. Please note, he has no intention to bite or kick you… it is a game. And according to a vet who knew him when he was a yearling - he has always been like this. We just laugh at him, tell him it is not allowed and oddly he wins hearts on a daily basis.
*We have gastro-scoped etc etc etc and all clean .. .He also receives maintenance and adequate appropriate for a 9 year old horse who ran hard for 7 of those years. He has earned it.
Despite all his goofy-grumpy antics, he is easy to love. See, he actually likes people, but it seems that he has no ability to be normal, so snappy affection is his go-to. I’d love to see this petit powerhouse of an alligator run through the mid-levels or cruise around the fox hunt field. He will always have a home with me, but in the meantime, he would love to have his own human and go do all the things.
Wolf is currently priced at 10,000 to go up with further fox hunting / competition experience. I will be picky where he goes so reach out if you think you're a good fit. Located in Bath, NY - on-site trial fees apply (see above)
Forrest (Don’t Noc It 16.3h 2014 OTTB chestnut gelding with star) is the OG Thoroughbred at this farm and my former upper level hopeful. He has competed through Training (keep reading, please) and is surprisingly good with beginners (though I am not). He’s a sidekick and the first horse that I would pick to ride into battle (thankfully not something currently needed). I owe this horse everything and he owes me nothing.
Forrest is available for lease on-site or off-site to an intermediate or more experienced rider. I’m looking for a lessor for him who will show up regularly, love him the way I do, and give him all the attention and exercise he needs. He could pack a beginner around, but that is not this barn, unfortunately. This horse is capable of all the things - ride here, go show with us, hack out, have fun, hone your dressage, or work on your stadium courses.
That said, Forrest is an attention hog on the ground (treats are a no-go until you’re done for the day for a reason) and smart as a whip, despite his “hold my beer” tendencies. He will pack you around the lower levels at home, but off property or moving up in fences, he can be a bit of what I affectionately call a “freight train.” He has brakes, but you have to know how to engage them, pitch and pull and he’ll just keep chugging along. .
Forrest stadium at Poplar a few years back: (Reach out for more recent video - I'll get it up soon) https://youtu.be/xKF4UtetxA0?si=XSSdAb79pnXxF1VP
If you’re a timid rider and have show goals, this is not your horse. Timid and want to stay home and practice?…maybe. Bold an ballsy and want to do any or all the things with us, fabulous.
Forrest is sweet, but he’ll challenge the best of them to keep him in line and quiet off property. AKA do not be lulled into complacency by how easy (and how much you have to kick) he is at home. Anyone who knows this horse will tell you that showing him or riding off property is a much more electric experience.
He’s not sensitive (usually he’s a workout to keep forward), but he is reactive when he feels like it. That said, he is the bravest horse I have ridden - has never refused a fence - stadium or cross-country and has schooled through prelim with the occasional intermediate element thrown in. I’d rather him stay around BN / N but the talent is there if he is properly conditioned and maintained (hock and stifle injections annually).
This horse deserves nothing but the absolute best. So if you want to ride one hell of a wonderful Thoroughbred and learn a ton along the way, reach out. He might not be for everyone, but hell, neither am I.
I will be picky where he goes so reach out if you think you're a good fit. Located in Bath, NY.
CARE LEASE OR SALE
Percy is a lovely creature who finds herself ready for her next human. She has jumped at local and rated shows and has cleaned up at every competition she has gone to. That said, her junior loves her dearly but life and time have gotten in the way. Her awesome sauce family would like to get Percy to a care lease situation or a lease-to-own, but to a great fit, they're open to an outright sale.
So what is the perfect home? Someone who loves a talented can-be-sassy TB are who has all the jump and all the willingness to bravely take on the world.
While I have not personally sat on Percy I have followed her journey for a year now. Her rider worked in my barn for quite a while and ranks as one of the best workers and most dedicated individuals I have known. I heard about the ups and downs with Percy through the last year - the challenges of riding a powerful but kind mare, and the successes of getting around each course better than the last (and always walking away with a champion or reserve for their divisions). And I can tell you that this mare will do well in the future with an equally dedicated rider and training program.
Percy is pretty low maintenance but she is still a TB Mare. She does best in shoes (does well with fronts alone), is on regumate, and while she isn't the hardest keeper around, still needs ample calories and a proper feeding regime.
Percy would do great with another junior or talented adult rider who wants to go do all the things and has a trainer. I personally think she'd eat up a cross country field and excel at eventing. She has already proven herself as a jumper ready to move up the levels.
Available to be tried in Covington, GA. I can help with match-making through video etc and will check references. Please reach out directly about the Care Lease or Purchase.
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Do Not Pass ("Penny") is being offered for consideration due to no fault of her own. She is a 2021, 16h on her tip toes (aka 15.3 and a half and growing) liver chestnut mare by Pass Rush (out of a Maria's Mon mare, Do Not Disturb).
When I picked up Cove and Luca, I had the chance to meet Penny (same awesome owner). She's stunning and the photos don't quite do her justice. She's built like a mare that will fill out into a small athletic tank. Looking at her, I think she'd be an amazing eventer for a good riding teen/ young rider who also wants to go take on the world and all that there is to do in it. She's sadly a little too tall for Polo, but man would she make a good polo pony.
From her owner:
Penny is sound with no previous injuries. She was bucket fed early in life (dam did not produce milk for the first two weeks of life) and is, therefore, a sweetie and very people oriented. She has excellent manners on the ground and loves attention. She is easy to catch in the field and comes when called. Barefoot without issues and easy keeper. No vices. Loads, ties (has not cross tied before, but should not be an issue), and stands for vet/farrier without issues.
She is recently off the track and is currently pastured. Pastures well with mares and geldings and tends to be higher in the pecking order. This filly has not been restarted and has been owned by an equine vet her whole life - so a full history is available. She is her owner's favorite of the crew and a good home is a must! She would be best suited for a confident rider.
Full medical history available to interested buyers. PPEs are also welcome at buyers expense. Located in Michigan. Asking $3500.
Finn is fantastic. He brings the good sense from his dam (WGF Classic Neala - Heathercombe Calico) with the athleticism and excellent brain of his sire (CF Cyan Night). Just wait until he is done growing - he should meet / surpass 17 hands and simply be a good natured powerhouse of a young horse.
While he has not been fully backed yet, we're in that process and with his three lovely, correct gaits and good demeanor, I think this kid is going to be a field hunter's dream or make huge waves in dressage or eventing. He's not limited, and the world is 100% his oyster.
Free Movement: https://youtu.be/IvGtyo9ZWLo?si=oEBdfXzShxC-ICl1
I have known this 3-year old since he was born and have all the details on how he has been raised: AKA correctly, kindly, and with proper boundaries. He has been worked with daily, turns out in a field of mares (is not studdish), ties, trailers (mostly self-loads), fly-sprays, is good with clippers, WTC lunges, wears tack, is good for the farrier, crossties, has lunged over barrels (jumps with naturally square knees), and generally does all the things a 3-year old should do.
Janeen, his owner is a good friend of mine and an experienced ID and IDSH breeder. I can field 90% of his questions, but if there are more, she can absolutely get it answered.
***We are in the process of backing him. I would be happy to include 60 days of reduced rate training board to help you get him backed and ready to go.****
Finn is currently priced at 25k, to increase with backing and experience. No off-site trials or leases available. Able to be visited in Covington GA
This listing of the lovely Route Sixty Six comes from my friend and fellow OTTB enthusiast, Clare Mansmann. Kicks (Located in Marshall, VA) is an affiliated listing - AKA I have not met her, but I have seen plenty of video and photos, and would trust Clare with my own herd(s). I really like how this mare engages the world around her and is curious but totally unfazed. Moreover, she has the classic Liam's Map SI swing, which speaks to her athleticism and soundness.
Here's what Clare has to say about her:
Route Sixty Six (“Kicks”) is an absolutely lovely, lovely, horse who we fall more in love with every day.
2021, 15.3h (growing) OTTB mare (by Liam’s Map out of Flutterby), retired sound and slow with great feet and the best brain. She has already wtc easily both directions and popped small fences (and a Liverpool!). As is typical, we have returned to ground work to help her develop all the necessary muscles and skills. She ties anywhere, stands for the farrier, loves to be around people, and is just a joy.
*currently eligible for the 2024 OR 2025 TB Makeover*
Some training footage:
https://youtu.be/eRdObKcBOgk?si=wkKnEPCG93e9l8tZ
Kicks has the potential to be a hack winner and shows lovely form and care over fences. She truly could go any direction. She will spend this year quietly getting ready for the TB Makeover, where we would plan to compete in Hunters and dressage or jumpers.
UNLESS, you’d like to buy her first, before her price grows with her. Available in Hume, VA, priced in the upper fours. Please contact the page or text Clare at (540) 272-7939 to set up your appointment to see her!
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