Leo the Leopard (Tony)

Meet Leo the Leopard (Tony)

Leo the Leopard or Leon as he is known here at the farm is a handsome chap that is ready to find a new home as a companion. He came in as part of a welfare group as the lead stallion and was gelded at Belwade Farm. As Leon was gelded later in life, he cannot live with mares but is happy to live over the fence from them. He gets along well with his field mates but is usually the most dominant horse in the field. Leon likes to watch over his herd and is brilliant at looking after our youngsters here at the farm. Unfortunately, Leon did not stand up to any form of ridden work due to lameness issues and is much happier as a non-ridden companion. He has an adorable character and is extremely affectionate. Due to his pink appaloosa skin he needs to wear a fly mask in the summer as he burns very easily. Leon is happy to live out full time but may need a turnout rug on during the winter in really bad weather. Although Leon is a bigger horse he still needs to watch his waistline and will need his weight monitored and the option of his grazing being restricted. Leon was quite reluctant to load but has improved greatly with lots of trailer practice with his groom so will now confidently load into a trailer and travels well. If you think you could offer Leon the loving new home that he deserves please apply online.

Important stuff

Leo the Leopard (Tony) can never be ridden or driven.

All equines in our centres are regularly assessed by a team of experts including a vet, physiotherapist and farrier, and these assessments have found that Leo the Leopard (Tony) is not suitable to be worked.

History

Leon came into World Horse Welfare care in February 2018 as part of a welfare case. He was entire on arrival and was gelded at Belwade Farm.

More about Leo the Leopard (Tony)

Breed	Appaloosa
Colour	Few Spot
Type	Horse
Stabling/Shelter	Can live out all year with shelter
Turnout	Geldings only
To catch in the field	Excellent
Hay/Feed	Hay during the winter
Feet	Unshod, good to trim
Rugs	See horse’s profile for details
Behavioural considerations	Leon has great manners and absolutely loves attention. He is a joy to spend time with.
Health considerations	Requires sun block/ face mask
Bedding	Any bedding
Rehoming fee(£)	20

Leo the Leopard (Tony) is at Belwade Farm, Aberdeenshire