Ardent Pleasure is an exceptional 2003 17 h. grey Dutch WB/Thoroughbred gelding.

His sire is the KWPN stallion Avenir, by Patrick. Patrick was the foundation of today's Dutch Warmblood in the U.S. and competed successfully as a dressage horse. In 1999 he was listed in the Top 10 stallions list published by the USDF. Ardent Pleasure's dam, a Thoroughbred mare, is a Seattle Slew granddaughter.

Ardent Pleasure combines presence, athleticism, excellent ride ability and an amazing, kind and intelligent nature. He has three correct and very competitive gaits. He is extremely athletic, reliable and fun to ride and be around at!

Ardent Pleasure's impressive show record includes scores up to 86% in his USDF 4-year-old tests, several scores in the 70'ies at Training and First Level, scores in the upper 60'ies at Second Level and 60'ies in Third Level. He always received 7's or 8's for his gaits.

Ardent Pleasure is definitely an FEI candidate, his temperament is well suited for a junior or amateur and his quality will satisfy a professional rider. He is truly a schoolmaster at his level.

Ardent Pleasure is not only a star in the dressage arena, but also in the barn. He is a very personable horse with excellent ground manners.

Ardent Pleasure is super on trail rides, by himself and with other horses. He loves his daily turnout.

Ardent Pleasure is healthy and sound with no vices. A complete current set of pre-sale radiographs is available.

His current owner bought him from his breeder in 2007. He has been consistently in professional training.

Ardent Pleasure is very reasonable priced for all the super things he has to offer! Serious inquiries only please.