Merple- ATFO Whippersnapper Division
Merple is in training for 110+ days with Caity Sammons and will be available for adoption at the ATFO event in August 2025. Follow her progress at #hopteammerple
From trainer 7/9/2025:
Merple is a 2-year-old Thoroughbred cross filly standing 13.3hh and growing. She’s soft-eyed, easy to get along with, and has a naturally curious and people-oriented personality. Merple has been thoughtfully started and carries the fundamental groundwork expected of a young horse her age. She loads, ties, leads, stands, bathes, and backs off the trailer. She’s been exposed to four-wheelers, lawnmowers, tarps, umbrellas, and dogs without issue. While she is not yet started under saddle, Merple is well-prepared for the next steps in her education. She’s best suited for an intermediate person with young horse experience or a beginner under the guidance of a knowledgeable trainer. My students can handle her, but I’d love to see her in a foal-friendly home where she can continue growing up with consistency and the right support. This filly has no limitations and is a blank slate ready to shine in any direction whether English, western, or trail. She’s truly a special one, and I can’t wait to watch her future unfold.
Adoption Info:
Horses adopted are typically up to date on vaccines, dental floats, farrier care and all vet needs.
Horses are typically located in the Appalachian area, but please inquire about a horse’s specific location when you apply!
We are looking to adopt to safe homes.
A history of good horsemanship, the ability to provide sufficient care with good vet, farrier and peer references are important. If you are a first-time horse owner, we will require you to board at a facility for the first year while you learn more about care. We encourage everyone to take advantage of riding lessons.
Foal adoptions require previous, established experience with youngsters.
Our adoption process makes sure you get the right horse for you – it is a no-fail process for finding the right match.
Apply at https://www.wvhorserescue.org/adopt
