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Tigger Too

 

 
Eric,  I have had the best time riding this week, better than I've had in a long time.  Let me start at the beginning.  In March, we were on our way,  from southwest Virginia, to bring home a horse that I had already bought and paid you for.  The transmission went out on the truck and I didn't have the money to fix it and buy a horse at the same time.  Out of the goodness of your heart you sent me ALL my money back that I had paid for that horse.  In July, when we recouped from that financial outpouring, we set out again.  We came home with Jewel, a gorgeous palomino.  He was EVERYTHING you said, but when most people describe a horse as 'laid back', maybe he is or maybe he isn't.  Jewel was very quiet and gentle, he was a great horse for total beginners or kids to ride or learn on.  But I wanted a little more forward movement from a horse. I called & spoke at length with you, and, of course, you had the exact horse that I needed.  You were more than willing to let me exchange Jewell for Tigger, all I needed to do was make another trip back to KY.  I like to look at EVERY horse available, but you kept telling me that Tigger was the horse for me.  We went out on the trails at your farm, and YOU WERE RIGHT!!  Since I have had Tigger home, riding him has been fantastic!  I am very active in Mounted Search & Rescue, and I compete in TREC events, and he is well suited for both activities.  He is alert in the woods; he sees owls, deer & hunters before I do.  He isn't the least bit spooky, and is close to bombproof.  I just need to read him better so I can utilize his capabilities fully in rescue missons. He has been great in every way and you have went above and beyond what I would have expected from you as a horse dealer.  Thanks again for knowing the best horse for me you always pick the winners!  Ann Crawford  Fries, VA

 

Jose's Magneto

 

 

 

 

Hi Eric –

I just wanted to give you a quick update about Jose’s Magneto (now called Rio ).  He has adjusted well to life in Illinois!  He has figured out his place in the herd and he is not the last one in the pecking order.  You were right about his friendliness – I have no problems catching him.  He is a very curious horse.  We’ve been out on the trails which you can tell he loves, but sense it is cold, we are also doing some arena riding– new for both of us.  You were totally right – Rio is a good match for me.

Thanks, Melissa IL

 

Kings Ransom

 

 

Dear Eric,

King is AWESOME!!!  He has the best personality, always calm, NEVER pushy and always loving!  We have been trail riding a whole lot, just about every weekend and he handles himself great!  He is only 3 years old but just as you said he is wise beyond his years and he acts like and old horse.  The only problem that I have had sense purchasing King is keeping my husband off of him!  As he loves to ride King too.  Sometimes I have to "fight" for my horse!  I was seriously injured two years ago on my old horse.  The doctors told me they wasn't sure that I would ever ride again.  But with time and 2 surgeries later I was ready to try again and the whole time I was laid off I kept watching your website.  I knew that when I started back that my next horse would come from you!  I needed something that was very calm, really smooth, and super safe, as I couldn't afford any spills.  King has been everything that I wanted and needed.  Thank you for making my dreams come true and for picking out for me such a safe and wonderful horse!

Thanks, Sherry, Ohio 

Parkers Class Act

Trigger Man

Gen's Silverado

 

 

 

 

Dear Eric,

All of our horses are doing really well and we love everyone of them.  We have owned so many horses in the past that other dealers sold us and they were never as advertised.  But with every horse that we have gotten from you, we have had nothing but positive things to say about and they have all been exactly as you said they were.  Trigger was my birthday present, Silverado came a few months later.  Then Smokey and when I was Parker, I was in love!  We have a great group of horses and we appreciate everything especially your honestly!

Thanks,

Randy and Marina- New Jersey 

 

 

Smokey's Big Time

 

 

 

 

The Magic Man

 

 

Hi Eric,  It has been a little over eight months since Magic Man’s arrival, so enough time has passed to get to know him and therefore accurately describe him.  From the day of his delivery he has been nothing but a gentleman with a calm, gentle, curious and willing nature.  He immediately settled into his new home – if he was nervous or anxious it was not evident.  From day one he has exhibited such a sweet disposition and truly enjoys the company and attention of his 2 legged care takers. He loves to be made over and begs to be the center of attention.  When I contacted you I told you that I required a seasoned horse that would happily ride the trails solo and he does so without incident.  Like you said, you point his head and he will go – a buddy horse is not a requirement for an enjoyable ride.   I’ve also ridden him on the local country roads and with the exception of the extra large, orange diesel tractors, he passes traffic as though nothing is there.  As you may recall, this was my first gaited horse.  His queues and commands were no so different than my experience with the western, Arabian world, so I had few things to learn.   Magic has been a patient, forgiving gentleman.  The teaching has worked in both directions, as I wanted him to be able to back.  He mastered this new assignment within a few days. You disclosed his only “issue”  -that he would walk off while mounting.  But that is his only issue and that was successfully addressed with a mounting block for which he stands perfect for.  I’ve also changed saddles and that too has contributed to his willingness to stand.   He calmly stands for the farrier and vet, crosses water, carefully navigates steep inclines,  approaches you in the pasture, comes when he is called, follows you around in the corral and gets along well with my other horse.  He has done nothing that would disappoint me or shake my trust in him.   He’s a jewel – I wouldn’t take any amount of money for him. As my husband says, the smile never leaves my face when I’m in the company of Magic Man.  Thanks for providing me with a countless supply of “Magical Moments”.  When I’m in the market for another horse I will definitely look to you as Magic is just what I was looking for and you portrayed him just as he is.  Job well done – thank you.

Kim Perley, WV

 

Super Socks

 

 

 

 

Hi Eric,
 
Just thought I would update you on how Super Socks and I (Pam from MA) are getting along. We went on our first camping trip a couple of weeks ago and he did really good.
He was definitely a little trooper. I have to tell you when we were going up Magic Mountain he got a little stuck, because it was so steep, and he ended up on his tippey toes(hooves), which made me a little nervous, but he was trying with all his might to pull us up that hill, and he did it.  All my friends who seen it, was amazed that he didn't end up flat on his face. They all told me he definitely is a keeper because he didn't panic in that situation. I was smiling because we made it up there.  LOL!  I'm sure we are going to see a lot of camping trips together.
Eric I just want to thank you again. If I ever need another horse, I know who to do business with!
Thank You,
Pam from MA

 

Henry's Golden Boy

 

 

 

Dear Eric,

Henry has been a dream for us!  Everything about him has been dead on with how you described him to us.  He has grown to love us and comes to me everything I go to the pasture.  He gets along with my husband's horse just fine.  His gaits are extremely smooth and he rides on a loose rein, which I love! He is fearless on the trails and even at the young age of 4, he has consistently out preformed all my friend's 8 to 12 year old horses and on many occasions Henry had to be the leader in order to help get my friend's horses past scary  obstacles which never phased Henry.  Although all my friends said that I needed a teenage horse, because I am a novice rider, Henry has proven them wrong time and time again.  I guess the biggest leap of faith, was me buying him over the phone without actually looking at him first.  But I see now that it was really the sure bet and he has been perfect everywhere that I have taken him and he has done all that I have asked of him.  He has been great and I owe all the credit to you guys for picking him out for me!  By the way Mr. Dotson, your all's shippers, were great!

Thanks, Jeri SC

 

Patches Thunder

Golly Molly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eric & Roy:
 
Molly & Thunder are doing great.  We really enjoy riding them together.  We've been to Whitewater State Park (Liberty, IN) and several times to Midwest Trail Rides (Norman, IN) by the Hoosier National Forest.  They have done great everywhere that we have took them.
 
Thanks so much for your patience in helping us select the right horses.  David and Peggy, IN

 

 

 

Sky's Captivator

 

Firestones Reflection

 

Ts Patches

 

Eric, It has been over 2 years sense I have bought my first horse from you and that one has sense been followed up my many more.  I have not yet met you in person but I have a great deal of respect for you.  Every horse that I have bought from you have all been bought right over the phone.  I have bought a lot of horses in my life from many different dealers and individuals.  I have found out that individuals don't see the flaws in their horses and that most dealers overlook or "forget" to tell me about the flaws but focus on the good points.  But it has always been different with you!  As we all know their has never been a perfect horse and you have always told me that.  As we have talked over and over again you have told me the good and the bad points to each and every horse that I have contacted you about.  Now all I have to do is call and say is he for me and it is either a yes or no from you that determines it on my end.  As I have bought 5 horses from you now and all 5 have worked out great for me and my family.  We have trail ridden them and every horse has been dead on how you described them.  I am always looking for a new horse to bring down and as a result I have had to relocate a couple to keep from having to hire a farm manager.  One last thing that always makes me smile... EVERY time I call you I can always hear the hoof beats in the background as we talk on the phone while you are out riding.  I like to listen in and hear the quality horses in the making!  Honestly, do you ever stop riding?  But I just wanted to drop you a quick note and thank you for the great horses.

Thanks,
Clayton

Cash's Buckshot

Prince of Wales

 

 

Champs EZ as ABC

 

 

Hi Eric,
I have been meaning to write to you about Champ...
You know the beginning so I will tell you the happy end of the story, which is... that Champ is the best horse that I have ever had! When I go on a trail ride, or need a horse I can trust, he is my choice every time, not to mention how beautiful he is.
 He and I have bonded, and he has his forever home here with me!  I just wanted you to know, that all is well with Champ and I.  Now you have the whole story straight from the horse's mouth, so to speak!  You were right in everyway about him, and you sold me a great horse that matched me well. He is the perfect horse for me no doubt about it!!
I knew I owed you this letter, after all you have done for me.  Keep up the good work!
Sincerely,
Linda, NC

 

 

 

Mr.Blockbuster

 

 

 

Hi Eric
Thought I'd let you know we made it back to Wisconsin with Buster just fine.  He did great on the trip, we stopped and watered him and made sure he had plenty of hay.  I can't believe how nice of a horse he is and only four years old.  I really enjoyed going out on trails with him, we had a good time riding around the arena, I like to just brush him and he loves it too, took him for a walk with me like he was my puppy and I even went for a nice trail ride with my daughter, that was great, and that was the first one in a few years. He has proven him self to be everything that you told me he was!  He loves attention, is so slow and easy, never hyper or in a hurry about anything, he has a nice gait, he is bombproof, and he is my dream come true!  He is the perfect horse and YOU picked out a REAL WINNER for me!!!  Thanks for all your help.
Sally-Wisconsin

 

Painters Pride

 

 

 

 

 

Hi Eric !
I am very grateful to you guys for sending me Painter, he is one neat horse! He is great in everyway, sweet, smooth gait, not spooky, and trail savvy! I haven't had so much fun on a horse in many, many years.  I appreciate everything!
Thank you so much !
Jeanne- Oregon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Deeds

 

 

Eric,  I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate what you did for Mr. Deeds (aka Dillon) and me.  He’s wonderful!  After dealing with one of your top competitors and believing I was bringing home my “dream horse” I was very disappointed to say the least!  They did honor their return policy but I was told they had only one other horse that would be suitable for me and that it was my only option.  Again, I was very disappointed.  I was ready to give up.  I’ve monitored your web site for years so I thought I’d try one more time and I’m so glad I did!  I e-mailed you my criteria and you chose several for me to look at.  It was a miserably hot day when I came but you didn’t make me feel rushed in any way and waited patiently as I looked at each horse.  Dillon was not the first I tried but when I rode him it felt right.  I did a little ground work with him and could tell he had been well trained.  I explained my dilemma and you and Jason really worked with me on a trade-deal that was equitable for both of us.  I also want to say a great big THANK YOU to your dad for meeting me halfway to make the exchange.  I can’t say enough good things about Dillon’s personality.  He’s very friendly and loves attention but he’s not “in your face” and is always respectful of my space.  When I go out in the field he’s always the first to come see what I’m doing.  He follows me around like a puppy.  Unfortunately, weather being what it is in Indiana, too wet or unbearably hot and humid we haven’t been out on the trails as much as I’d like but the few times we have been out Dillon has behaved exactly as you said he would.  After my previous experience I must admit I was skeptical but your description of his behavior couldn’t have been more accurate.  He’s not perfect but I think he’s pretty darn close.  He’s exactly what I’d been looking for.  I’ve wished many times I’d come to you first.  I’ll continue to check your web site and if I ever need another horse you’ll be the first person I contact.  Again, thanks a million!  Nancy - Indiana       

UPDATE:

Eric,  Just thought I’d give you a little update on Dillon (aka Mr. Deeds).  I took him to southern Indiana last weekend to the annual Indiana Trail Riders camping weekend.  He was an absolute dream!!!  The place was bustling and he wasn’t a bit concerned.  He stood quietly in his stall and just took in all the sights.  He was one of the most well-behaved horses there.  We had a severe thunderstorm along with a tornado warning one night.  We had to leave the horses to go to the shower house for protection and when we returned he was quietly munching on the hay that hadn’t blown away.  Out on the trails, which were kind of muddy in places, he didn't hesitated to go through or around anything.  Most of the time he was the group’s leader. I also took him to the extreme cowboy obstacle course.  Most obstacles didn’t phase him in the least bit.  The wooden bridge took a few passes then he was walking right up on and over it with no hesitation.  His crowning moment, however, was when he went through the frame that had vinyl strips hanging from it and he went through it was no problem.  We walked back and forth through it several times.  None of the other horses we were with would do it.  I was SO proud of him!  I just couldn’t be happier with Dillon!  He’s one in a million!  Thanks again!   Nancy

Roan Suns Sierra

Rockstar's Showstopper

Annie Oakley

 

 

 

 

 

Hello. I hope you and your family are doing well.    We purchased for our daughter, Katie, Roan's Sun Sierra I guess it's been over a year ago now.  I wanted to just send you a note and let you know that Sierra is great, he follows her around like a dog.  Sierra has been the best horse ever for her.  She rides him everywhere and he will run to the gate whenever she calls him and sometimes just when she drives down to the barn. He will go anywhere on the trails and never spooks. She just loves him, in fact, the whole family loves him! 

So because the horse was EXACTLY as you described he was and you were totally honest with us, my way of thanking you was to send friends to you.  You sold Titan and Annie to The Alexanders and my other daughter Sarah came with The Alexanders for that purchase.  They are both delighted with their purchases and both Titan and Annie are riding great for them. They were from Anderson, South Carolina.  Then  you  sold another horse, a buckskin Kentucky mountain horse named Rockstar to Chris and Robbie Hendricks of Clayton and they love him as well.   I'll try and send you some more business! 


Keep doing what you are doing because you have a good thing going!  Everyone down here loves all their horses and mules that they have gotten from you!  Thanks, Dana-GA

 

Titan Powered

 

Blazes Magician

 

 

 

 

Dear Adams Horse and Mule Co., On May 26, 2008, we purchased a horse named Blazes Magician.  Although he is just a 3 year old he has proven to us to be as close to bombproof as any horse that I have saw.  He rides perfect on trails, leads, follows, or will leave the crowd.  He has a very mild temperament, a sweet disposition,  he gaits perfectly, and is always quiet.  We have had him on numerous trail rides and he has preformed EXACTLY as he was described to do.  He walks when I ask and goes when I ask, he is easy to catch and handle.  He trailers just fine as well.  He is a top of the line horse which is exactly what I was looking for and he was exactly as you said he was.  I appreciate everything! I will send everyone your way that I can!                                        Thank You- Larry and Joy

 

Voodoo's Lil Rascal

 

 

 

Eric, Just a note to tell you that Rascal is doing great.   He is really a nice fit for me.  Thanks so much for recommending him.  We are camping this weekend with a group and their horses.   I know he will do well as he has so far.   I do have one fear that  someone will come along in the night and steal him off the high line!!!  He is just so darn pretty I get  admiring looks where ever I ride him.  I am going to have to lock him up in order to keep him! I appreciate everything!
Thanks again.  God Bless.   Barb
 

UPDATE:

I wanted you to know that Rascal has helped me gain back my confidence.  He is a really super nice young horse.  We have ridden many a mile over some real rough terrain and he does very well.   I know he was just what I needed to get me back on track after my last horse.  My grandson just arrived in Iraq and riding Rascal keeps my mind focused on something other than that.  My daughter in law is still undergoing her chemo treatments.   I really think that having the horses keeps both my husband I from worrying ourselves to death.  I guess you could say Rascal is my lifesaver! 
 
Thanks for hooking me up with Rascal.   God Bless. Barb

 

 

Lil' Romeo

 

 

 

 

Eric,

   Just a short note to let you know how Romeo is doing.  I have been riding him 3-4 times a week around the farm and he has been doing wonderful.  As you know I need a step/box to get on a horse and he stands perfectly still for me to get on and off.   He is just a pleasure to have on the farm and he is exactly like you described him.
   One morning last week Steve went to the barn and there was a buck, doe and fawns eating grass in Romeo's pasture and he was in the middle of them grazing away.  He is such a sweet horse!
  I made the mistake of buying from one of your competitors sight unseen and what I got was a horse that was very nervous, snorty and spooky; it was advertised as gentle and beginner safe and was just the opposite.  It was so hard to handle that I was afraid to even try to ride it! I wish I had came to you first!  But Romeo is everything I expected him to be and I am thrilled with him!  Thanks again for all you, Jay and your Dad did for us it was truly appreciated. The saddle works great - I had to get a  shorter cinch because of the drop down rigging.  It's a comfortable saddle and works well.

God's Blessing to you and your family,

Steve & Liz- NY

 

Walkin After Midnight

 

 

 

Eric & Roy,

Well we are all home safe and sound.  Midnight and Mischief are doing well together. They have their little pecking order battles here and there.  Mischief of course starting the ties' and like by you Midnight takes it with a grain of salt and walks away.  Midnight is a great horse and manages well for a 3 year old.  We are thrilled with the way he was on our mini-vacation.  People we rode with were also surprised with him being moved around and then being a perfect gentlemen on the trail. We were impressed how well he adapted to the different places we took him on our way back home from picking him up from you.  Charlie and I wanted to thank the both of you for all you did for us.  Midnight is a total pleasure to have and is a loved member of our family.

Thanks again for everything! 

Charlie and Lillian- New York

 

JL's Popeye

 

 

 

 

Good Morning, Eric.  I just wanted to let you know that all is well here.  Popeye is great, he is beautiful and he is much better than I could have ever hoped for!  He is worth twice what I paid for him but he is priceless to me and not for sale at any price!!!  He is doing well with the other horses and getting along great.  I wanted to let you know that I will highly recommend you to all of my friends!!!

Thanks,

Linda- SC

 

I'm Amos Moses

 

 

 

Hi Eric:
  
I rode him once this week and he was soooooo happy to be out.  He marched confidently right down the road with another horse behind him, no problem.  Baking dogs, garbage trucks - not an issue.  He went right into the woods and was a happy camper.  He stopped at the crest of a steep slope and did not want to proceed.  He was right!!!  His saddle had slipped so far back I was almost sitting on his rump so I guess he was off balance.  I dismounted, reset the saddle and he stood perfectly.   People are "wowed" by these horses up here and I would love to promote the breed to bring more of your gorgeous horses to the area.
 
When I was done with resetting the saddle, I got back on and down he went happily forward. He is so broke and well mannered!  On the way home, he led without a blink.
  
He is an ANGEL, and a perfect gentleman.   I couldn't be happier with him and he is EXACTLY as you described him.
THANK YOU FOR SELECTING AND SENDING ME THIS GLORIOUS, SWEET CREATURE!  If I could ever manage enough riding time for a second horse, I would not feel the need to come down to Mt. Vernon as I am totally confident that you would send me the perfect horse again, although I sure did enjoy being at your farm and meeting you and your family.  Tucker is the  most beloved and appreciated horse in the state of New York!
 
Many thanks to you, Eric. Talk to you as soon.
 
Ellen

 

Champs Chance

 

 

 

 

Eric,

I wanted to let you know I love Chance! He has convinced me gaited horses are the way to go. He is very good natured, does stand still for anything needed, and has been easy to catch, saddle and ride. I love the bridle too. He has shied from very few things if I ride by myself or at the front on a trail ride. He doesn’t worry about anything when he follows other horses and did great on a trail ride this weekend. I know with more time in the saddle he’ll trust me even more. I’ve gotten lots of compliments on him and I am really happy! One day maybe we’ll make it to Kentucky.  He is a great match for me and I really love this guy!

Thanks,

Gail Gane

 

 

Pushers Night Prowling

Thunders Slick Bandit

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hey Eric, Today is our 1 year anniversary of buying Prowler and Tramp from you.  It has been a year full of fun and learning!  Thought I would just give you a quick update...  Prowler is my horse.  It was love at first sight!  He has really bonded with me and follows me around like puppy!  He looks to me for comfort anytime that something startles him, if I am leading him he will put his forehead on my stomach, if I am riding him he will turn and put his nose on my leg and it calm him right down.  He is very sensible and doesn't freak out at things.  He is turning into my dream horse and is getting even more beautiful as he matures.  Tramp and Cliff has bonded very well, and their is not a mean bone is Tramps body.  We have made these horses our babies and they are now part of the family.  Anyways thank you for finding them for us, they have a home forever!

Thanks,

Sheila Scale

 

 

 

Spirit of John Wayne

 

 

 

 

 

Eric,

  JW is doing great!  We are real happy with him and will be back soon for a few more horses for the rest of the family!  I appreciate everything.  It was nice doing business with you.

Thanks,

Bobby Martin- Arkansas

 

Aces Beat Vegas

Prides Rockin Midnight

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hi Eric,
I just wanted to let you know our horses arrived safely.  We have been riding them all over the trails near our house already.  They are absolutely wonderful, exactly like you represented him.  Very calm and spook free, confident on the trails and the road.  They are quite a head-turning pair.
Great smooth gaits (my 1st gaited horse).  Donna and I are very satisfied with your shippers.  I was sort of nervous buying a horse over the internet without looking at it first, but you have been 100% honest and very helpful the whole way.
Thanks again,
Lorraine Clark-Sako and Donna Starr
Washington state

 

 

Phat Freddy

Ringo Fire

Rage of Many Colors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dear Eric,

  I cant believe that I am finally writing this to you.  I saw all the testimonials on your website but just figured that I would never be that happy! But now that we have had the guys for a while I just had to drop you a note and tell you that our horses are doing great!  they are everything that you promised that they would be and they have went beyond our expectations!  I love my boy Big Fats, as I call him.  Polly is doing fine with Ringo and my son CJ is in love with Rage!  You really know what you are doing down there and we are firm believes in your training.  It is so clear that you all have worked with these horses as they all ride just like you told us they would.  They are very much in tune to what we want them to do as the rider and they are eager to please us.  We have had the 3 boys on a few rides and they have done perfect for us.  Freddy is a great leader, Ringo likes to lag behind and Rage keeps up with me.  They bathed, trailered, and picketed great for us.  We just can't believe that you all matched us up so well.  I like the way Freddy is built so he can carry a big guy like me.  Polly needed a slimmer shorter horse so she can get on without any problems and CJ needed something that would take care of him as he has not ridden much before he got Rage.  You have 3 totally satisfied customers down here and we just wanted to thank you all so much for all you have done for us.

Thanks,

The Puttmans, Tennessee

 

Heidi's Ranger

Prides Midnight Shadows

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eric, Ranger and Shadow have adjusted well, they are not running around tearing up my fields and they are just good gentle souls. I've already had to cut down their feed because of the grass turnout.  I've put them in trailers, bathed them and had them meet other horses ... with no problems at all.  If you ever need a reference, please let me know!  My girlfriend and I took a ride at sunset yesterday on my guys...
 (Ranger's name is now Johnny Walker Red - sorry) and she could not stop raving about how smooth the ride was.  Everything is going great and thank you so much for being so honest!  I will keep you updated!

Thanks,

Stephanie Lennon, Connecticut
 

 

Apache Star

Alpha's Dream Keeper

 

 

 

 

 

Dear Eric,
I have spent nearly 7 hours straight with Alpha's Dream Keeper, and Apache Star. In those  hours I have come to the firm conclusion that you and your Dad should, without a doubt in my mind, be guests on the Larry King Live, and Opra Winfrey shows, for being top in your field, and true to your word. You have been 110% honest with me in everyway about these horses who are my new babies!  They ride great, are so friendly, and words can't describe their looks!  I am totally satisfied in everyway and I will tell everyone about you all.
With highest regards,
Elizabeth Tyson

UPDATE:

Dear Eric,
Truth be told, and it's about to be; Apache Star and Dreamer rides more smoothly than my parent's Jaguar sports car!  If I had an egg in a spoon while riding him, I would wager that egg would remain safely in the spoon. Riding Apache Star and Dreamer is more interesting to me than taking a cruise to anywhere on this planet. If any of your customers have some lbs. to lose, purchasing a horse from you will become the solution to that. Guaranteed they are going to want to ride more than munch and eat... ha ha!!! The saddle you sold me is drop dead gorgeous, fits them perfectly and very reasonably priced. And that you took the trouble to actually fit the saddle to my horse, is a service to me that not only saved time, but also a possible costly mistake to my horse's back, and to me.
Take care,
Elizabeth Tyson   

 

 

Gold Nugget

Mikey Be Brave

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hi Eric
I just want to tell you how much you have help me out with my horses.  I just wanted to tell you how Nugget is doing... he is settling in to his new home very well him and Macky gets along wonderfully just like you said they would. He is very gentle and easy going.  You said he was a little lazy adn I love that about him.  He is very patient with me as I make so many mistakes but he is always understanding of those.
I had him on a trail ride in Georgetown and he rode perfect!  never spooked at anything and he took me down the trail in style and was sooo smooth!  He has a lot of speed which I wanted but he also rides on a loose rein which I had to have!
Thanks a lot I love both of them that I got from you.  You all are the best!
Thanks Ann from
Paris
 

 

 

Pumpkins 101 Dalmatians

 

 

 

 

 

Hi Eric, Pumpkin is doing great and he is settling in more and more each day.  He is the very calm, gentle natured, sweet personality type horse that you described to me and he is everything that I expected that he would be.  I am very very happy that I have him to love and care for.  I appreciate all the help you gave me, in pointing me the right direction with Pumpkin!

Thanks,

Ginny Stanley-Florida

 

 

Bugs Bunny

 

 

 

 

 

hey Eric, Bugs is doing great.  We just love him.  I think he likes it here too.  He gets fussed over constantly.   We went for a nice trail ride today and it was great as always.  I'm trying to talk my husband into getting another horse for him to ride with me. We'll see.  Thanks again for everything.

 Mitzi-New York  P.S.  Your horse transport guys was really nice. 

 

 

 

 

 

I'm The Goldman

 

 

Hi Eric,

Thought I'd check in with you. Goldman, who is now called Dolce, had a very tumultuous trip to California. I know you spoke with the shipper, but they were in the middle of those horrible tornados that struck this spring. Louis, the horse shipper, said he was listening to the radio while on the road and heard the forecast change from tornado watch to a full blown tornado warning - take cover. Turns out the horses spent 3 days holed up in a stable in Kansas while the storms
passed. When Louis went to pick them up the area was flooded and he had to lead each one out about a quarter mile through 3 foot deep flood water. I wish things had not have went like that but you can't change the weather! The shipper said they were all good horses and held up quite well.  When Dolce arrived he had been on the road about a week and had dropped a little weight. Didn't seem to bother him much except for a little rain rot. A few days of Betadine wash took care of that. He is AWESOME on the trails. Gaits wonderfully, is very bold, yet very supple. Everyone has been quite impressed!!! Unfortunately I had a (non horse related) accident and broke my ankle recently, so Dolce is waiting patiently for work (what a disappointment). I will begin some heavy duty ground schooling as soon as I get into a walking cast. I figure I should be able to teach him a lot, as well as lots of tricks as he is a very quick study and a clever boy. I figure by the time I can ride again he will be very schooled on the ground. I am a natural horsemanship follower, so I have plenty of fun things to do.
Thanks,
Jeri, California

 

UPDATE:

Hi Eric,

I just wanted to check in and let you know what a great time I'm having on Dolce. He is a BLAST. He goes wherever I point him and can rack faster than my friends can canter on their non-gaited horses. I'm sold!
If you ever want to open a California branch...talk to me!
Jeri Ireland

 

 

Shoot The Thrill

Shake Rattle N Roll

 

 

 

 

 

Eric,

 Shooter is doing great!  We have took him on a few trail rides and he has done wonderful.  He goes anywhere that we ask him to go, he is fearless of everything, he is a great leader but will also follow so that I can stay back and ride with my daughter as she is riding Shaker which we also got from you.  We have had Shooter at some shows and he has also rode perfect there as well.  He is everything that you promised that he would be and we are very well pleased with him and Shaker!

Eric,

 Shaker is doing great!  He is everything that you said he would be and a whole lot more.  Our 9 year old daughter rides him everywhere she wants to go!  She has had him at several shows, on numerous large trail rides and she handles Shaker with ease.  He has not given her a minutes problem about anything.  You should see them together, Shaker is so in tune to do what she wants him too do.  She walks out in the pasture and catches him anytime that she wants to, he stands for her to mount, rides on a loose rein and is always patient with her!  You done a great job at matching them up together and we appreciate it so much!  You all are the best!

Thanks,

The Sloan's, Kentucky

 

Dancers Mountain Gold

 

 

 

Eric:
I just wanted to let you know how very much we are enjoying Dancer (aka Buck).  We gave him several days to settle in and then I rode him the first few times.  Dick rode him in our indoor ring last night.  Dick is still a little cautious and prefers to just go around at a walk until he feels more comfortable with Buck but I think his confidence will build quickly since
Buck is so well behaved.   He travelled quietly travelling here to our farm and since he's been here has been friendly and cooperative.  He is beginning to make friends with several of our horses.  Currently he is turned out with our old mare and yearling filly.  My gelding is away for several month's
training but will be joining Buck in the pasture in July.  We want to thank you for the solid training you gave him.....I'm sure he'll make a great trail partner for Dick.
Thanks again.
Cordially,
Ruth and Dick Baugh
Leandra Farm Friesians

 

 

 

Eagle Eye

Sunny's Goldmine

 

 

 

Eric,
 
Just wanted to drop you an email and let you know that Eagle is working out great!!!
   He is such a pleasure to be around and is exactly as you described him to be!!!  He is low man in the field and is GREAT in the saddle.  Your father described him as getting smoother the longer you ride him and that is true as well.  He is fine
when I first get on him, he is calm, and he just gets better and better every time I ride him.  Both horses here that came from you are doing great.  They are all around great horses.  We will soon be in the market for another one and we will definitely be watching your site for new and up and comings.
Thanks,
Carrie Smiley
Lebanon, TN

 

  Good morning Eric.  I just had to write and tell you about Sunny.  I rode him yesterday for about 4 hours.  HE IS ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!!!!!  How do you do it?  You seem to have the knack to put the right horse with the right person.  Sunny is as gentle as my standard poodle, maybe even a little more gentle, at least he doesn't want to jump on everyone!  He's so tall and my legs are so short I have to stand on a hay bale to get on him, he walks right up to the hay bale stands perfectly still and lets me get on. 
  He made the ride home perfectly, it was dark when we got here so unfortunately I wasn't able to turn him out with his new friend Romeo until the next day (and by the way, they got along GREAT, no fighting AT ALL!! I knew that was going to be a good sign.) The first day after letting him out to pasture, he still walked up to me and let me put his halter on and off several times.  He followed me around the field just like a puppy. 
  I can't express to you how much I appreciate your honesty, training abilities, and intuition.  I think Sunny and I are going to have many many years of fun.
  Thanks again Eric and when I'm in the market for another horse I will certainly be back....which may not be too far in the future!!!
Kathy Lorance
Gallatin, TN.


 

 

 

 

 

Ricco's Revelator

 

Good morning!  Sorry I haven't gotten back to you sooner, but I really had not had a chance to ride Ricco much with weather and obligations here in Virginia.  He is a real gentleman.  He is the low horse around here.  I am amazed that he just walks away from a fight.  He is easy to catch, walks up to me when I call for him.  I have had him reset twice now.  He is good for the farrier also.  I took him up to a local mountain trail in the Blue Ridge on Saturday last week. He rode in the trailer without any problems, compared to other people's horses kicked and pawed their trailers and danced around.   I have been overly protective since his attitude is so calm and quiet.  He stays in a field with one other horse.  He was great on the trail.  Traffic, horses in the fields, creek, people didn't bother him.  He crossed a rocky creek in the trail and never missed a step.  He rode quiet and calm….A great old woman's horse without a doubt!!!  He was alert and willing all the way.  I haven't had a chance to move him out, but he has a real comfortable slow rack.  I am going on my first big ride this coming Saturday and a big camping weekend the end of April.  I will keep you updated as his progress.  He seems lazy which suits me fine.  I can't get over how calm and well mannered he is. Thank you every so much.  I am looking forward to riding this spring and have signed up for all the rides that I have missed over the past 2 years.  I would highly recommend you to anyone.  You sold me a great horse and worked with me which most people would never had done! 

Take care and best wishes,

UPDATE:

Rode Rico over weekend at large ride of 90 horses in the Blue Ridge Mountains.  He did great.  Crossed the river which was up to his belly like a champ!  He was great on the ground, in the pen, during the storms, hauling to and from, and a real pleasure to ride.  Thank you ever so much!  If people don't buy your horses, they are wasting their money and time while buying from anyone else!  If ever I need another one, you will be the only I call.
 
Best wishes,
Belinda, Virginia
Hi Eric, I am a friend of Belinda and rode with her on her first trail ride at Massies Mill , Virginia on her new horse Ricco. As you know she had lost her horse and had purchased another horse (Not from you) which did not work out for her. I can not put into words how perfect Ricco is and how happy he has made her so I have attached two pictures to show you. Thank you so much for making her dream horse be a reality. If I am ever in the market for another horse ( I have two) I will definitely be getting in touch with you. 
           Beverly,
           Chesapeake, Virginia

 

Rusty Nailed It

 

 

 

HI ERIC, WE JUST LOVE RUSTY,AND HE IS DOING JUST FINE. THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP WITH PICKING THE RIGHT HORSE FOR ME.I CAN NOT WAIT TO TAKE HIM ON HIS FIRST CAMP OUT . EVEN THOUGH I BOUGHT RUSTY FROM YOU I KEEP CHECKING OUT THE FOR NEW HORSE THAT YOU HAVE FOR SALE PEOPLE SAY HORSES ARE LIKE POTATOE CHIPS YOU CAN NOT HAVE ONLY ONE. AFTER BUYING RUSTY FROM YOU IF I DO GET ANOTHER HORSE I WILL ONLY BUY FROM YOU, HE IS JUST WHAT YOU SAID HE WOULD BE AND YOU HELPED ME OUT SO MUCH,YOU YOUR DAD AND JAY ARE VERY KIND PEOPLE IT WAS WELL WORTH THE TWELEVE HOUR DRIVE TO GET TO YOUR PLACE AND MEET ALL OF YOU AND RUSTY.THANK YOU SOOO MUCH AGAIN AND I WILL KEEP LOOKING AT ADAMS HORSE AND MULE CO. YOU NEVER KNOW I MAY TAKE ANOTHER DRIVE IT IS WELL WORTH THE TRIP.

THANK YOU BONNIE, Pennsylvania

 

Essence of Sundust

 

 

 

 

Eric-

Dusty arrived safe and sound on Friday night and I rode him Saturday and then again today.  He is very sweet, bonding with everyone and nuzzling into my armpit.  Lots of personality and rides great!  He is quite the talk of the Larkspur Ranch, they are pre-printing all future blue ribbons with his name!

Chris, South Carolina

 

Pushers Casper

 

 

 

Hey Eric,

  Just wanted to drop you a line and say that we love Casper!  He has been great for the whole family.  My kids have rode him around the farm and my wife has as well.  He walks for them and is very aware that he has nervous riders on him, so he really takes his time with them.  We have been on lots of trail rides with him and he has been perfect!  He never spooks, rides anywhere that I ask him to go, and when he encounters a new situation he handles himself better than I could ever expect!  We have saw lots of deer and several ATV's on the trails and he handles himself just like you said he would.  He is easy to catch, very friendly to handle and I just love this horse!  I appreciate everything that you all helped me with while I was making my decision and I am very happy with my purchase!

Thanks, Caleb- Kentucky

 

Clifford's Big Red

 

 

 

 

Eric,

Just wanted to give you a quick update on Johnnie Walker Red. He is doing fantastic! What a great guy. He is starting to settle in very well. Our second horse, a thoroughbred mare, and Johnnie have fell immediately in love. He is definitely the alpha horse but they get along beautifully. Johnnie has had a vet check and evaluation and he is in perfect health, good for you, well done. I am very impressed that the horse, is exactly as you have portrayed him. We have not ridden much him yet, still giving him time to settle. He crosses the creek in our pasture without hesitation and does everything we ask him to at this point. What a good horse. It has been great dealing with you guys. 

Julian, West Virginia

 

 

Mr.Explosive

 

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