Sultan

Sultan was very skinny when he first arrived at the ELC. A few months and a lot of groceries later he was finally able to start his new job.

He instantly got himself a fan-base, as he is a very loving and gentle horse.

Under the saddle he tends to be a bit lazy and it does take some convincing to get him to work for you. He does not like the bit, so he is ridden with a hackamore (which works with pressure on his nose). He is a great horse for the beginner and novice student.

By the end of 2023 we needed to reduce our herd. Due to the difference in riding style with the hackamore the choice fell on Sultan. Sultan was sold to one of our students and remained at the ELC as a boarded horse.

Year of birth: Unknown, estimated 1999–2001
Weight: 1000lbs
Height: 14.3hh

Breed: Unknown, probably Quarter Horse
Color: Black, although he is a sun-worshipper, which bleaches him out and makes him look like a bay.
Special markings: A star on his face and a few white spots on either side of his withers (most likely caused by saddle sores)

Arrived at ELC: October 2021
Left the Lesson Program: December 2023