Ribatejo Lusitanos

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Ribatejo Lusitanos

Ribatejo Lusitanos Lusitano Studfarm founded in Portugal and moved to Denmark in 2020. We have 18 breeding mares and 7 stallions. Each year there are foals for sale.
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OWEC offers: Lusitanos for sale, from youngsters of own breeding to Grand Prix horses - Unique riding clinics with International dressage competition riders as instructors and the opportunity to ride Lusitano Schoolmasters or bring your own horse. Please inquire if you are looking for your future Lusitano

13/05/2025

Can you name these three girls? 🤩
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11/05/2025

Getting ready for a new week like 😎 🥳🤩

🌟 Valentina CDR 🌟

10/05/2025

Our mares and fillies enjoying the warm spring weather ☀️🦄🇵🇹🇩🇰 If you are looking for your dream Lusitano please don’t hesitate to get in touch 🦄👌🥰

09/05/2025

In the circle of life, we are lucky enough to watch generations unfold. We can look to our parents and grandparents for teachings and knowledge about life, and one day many are looking at our own children — and theirs. It’s all part of what people mean when they say: “Life goes on.” Even if we don't know our relatives, they are still part of us.

As many of you know, I lost not just Vitorino last year, but also Boemio — the two great patriarchs of our stud, and fathers of some truly exceptional horses. I’m incredibly proud and deeply grateful that these stallions were not only my riding partners, but also brilliant contributors to our breeding program.

When each of them passed, people kindly said, “Be grateful you have their offspring,” and “They live on in their foals.” At the time, I couldn’t take it in. I appreciated the comfort, but my heart only wanted them back. Their sons and daughters would never be them, and I missed them both terribly. Still, I thanked every single person who tried to ease my sorrow.

They also say, “Time heals all wounds.” I don’t believe that. But I do believe time helps us accept them. It teaches us to live with scar tissue — and sometimes, even to love it.

At the recent Lusitano Festival in Denmark, I presented both my firstborn son of Vitorino and my beloved Ritana CDR — Boemio’s first daughter with me, out of our stunning mare Cigana. Ritana was made in Portugal and travelled here in her mother’s womb. And I was there when she was born

07/05/2025

The past month has flown by, and I think my last post was also about how full-on everything has been – and it really has!

April was all about preparing our beloved stud for this year’s Lusitano grading event, and also getting our horses ready for their own evaluations. After a long winter, there’s always a lot to freshen up, and we dove into spring cleaning both inside and out, painting, decorating, and making everything beautiful. The event was a huge success, and I look forward to sharing the results in separate posts very soon.

But in the middle of it all, something sudden and heartbreaking happened. Out of nowhere and with no warning signs, our beloved mare Hortelã fell seriously ill. We found her with a fever of 41°C, and over the next five days, we had several visits from the vet – both day and night – but on Wednesday the 16th, it became clear there was nothing more we could do. We had to say a devastating goodbye to our first mare, my former riding horse, and the mother of three wonderful foals: Santoro, Talisma, and Uvita V.

Nothing could have prepared me for losing her. And with only six months between losing Vitorino, Boemio, and now Hortelã, my heart sank once again.

The hardest part is when you do everything you can, and it's still not enough. We try to focus on how lucky we are to have her offspring here with us – that she lives on in them – but I miss her every single day. I miss seeing her gentle, beautiful face when I look out across the herd. She was the matriarch, a wise leader, and I know the other horses miss her just as much.

But in the midst of grief, something happened that gave my heart a tiny bandage.

As we said goodbye to Hortelã, and I held her and kissed her muzzle as she slipped away, something truly beautiful unfolded. She was laid to rest in the shade of the trees by the entrance to the paddock, and right there, on the other side of the gate, stood her two-year-old daughter Talisma and her “adopted child” Terceira – the young filly Hortelã had taken under her wing last year when we had to stable Eia for a warmer foaling. Hortelã had always embraced all foals as her own.

So there they stood – quietly, calmly – shoulder to shoulder, saying their own goodbyes. Little Uvita V, just 10 months old and not yet weaned, grazed peacefully nearby while we said our final farewells. And when Hortelã’s soul gently left her body, Uvita turned quietly and walked toward the paddock gate. Daniel opened it for her, and she galloped out, flanked by her two big sisters – Talisma on her mother’s side and Terceira on her father’s. They galloped together across the field and finally settled near a hay station.

In the following days, I had to take time to grieve, to remember my beautiful mare. I would sit in the field she had called home, just to feel close to her. The tears were many, but there was also such beauty in seeing how the three sisters stayed close. The two older fillies shielded Uvita from the adult mares, who naturally had to establish a new order after Hortelã’s passing. But none of them were allowed to come near her – Talisma and Terceira stepped in every time. That first week, I didn’t see Uvita more than 10 meters away from Talisma. She was protected and cared for until peace returned to the herd.

This confirmed for me that we’re doing something right by allowing the mares to live naturally together. We have good, natural reasons for weaning the colts, but the fillies stay together. The family bonds we witness – and now this experience, where an unweaned foal calmly understood what was happening and accepted the protection of her older sisters – to me, that speaks volumes about how deeply our horses feel and how strong their bonds are, even beyond what we humans may fully grasp.

In my mind’s eye, I still see my beautiful mare galloping across the fields, keeping an eye on everyone – like a guardian angel. And who knows… maybe it’s not just in my imagination.

In the photo: Talisma (Hortelâ x Boemio) and Uvita V )Hortelâ x Vitorino)

24/03/2025

When a week starts out with a beautiful filly born at 3am, granddaughter of two amazing stallions, and born by the kindest, strong and powerful mare, it's a pretty great way ❤

A reminder of how life goes on, and how legacies are carried on. Not only in our hearts, but also in the vision of new life entering the world.

In the big picture, all we really get here on earth is the timeframe of the blink of an eye, but what we choose to do with our time matters.

Every second, every moment, every decision, every relation. It all matters. It's sometimes extremely overwhelming, and the responsibility upon us can feel exhausting.

But looking at a new innocent life, a pure soul and a heart that has never been broken, is a reminder that no matter what, good will be born again.

No matter what happens in the world around us, and how crazy the world might seem, it's not going to last forever.

Life will continue and the best we can hope to accomplish is to contribute with kindness, consideration and care.

Welcome to the world, Viana ❤

08/03/2025

The world's greatest Jaguar (Espirito x Spartacus x Fanacho) turns 11 today 🎈 I have known him since he was a tiny blob in his mother's womb, and have had the great privilege of being his human ever since 🥰 It is still a little difficult to understand that the lanky foal has become the impressive stallion he is today, and I hardly know how to describe the special bond you have with a horse you have done 'everything' with yourself.

Jaguar has the kindest heart, and although he also likes to show off and demonstrate his strength and outstanding balance, the description 'Ferdinand the Bull' has followed him throughout his life 🤭 For as huge as he is, as sweet and gentle is he. For him, the best part of the training is to be cuddled and told what a good boy he is, and you can both see and feel how exuberant praise is met with an extra effort on his part 🦄

In the stable, it is a daily occurrence that he and Lirio have to say hi and have a moment together every time they are brought in and out, and he is one of the stallions from whom I only see an almost Labrador-like contact and playfulness, and never the slightest hint of real aggression. His mother was a very special horse in my life, and whether Jaguar's caracter is to be attributed to her magic or whether it is more about him having lived such a safe and stable life, we will never know. But either way, I could never have asked for a better friend 🥇

At 170 cm, Jaguar is the tallest horse we have, which has meant long growth periods with no training, which is one of the reasons why he has not yet been presented for approval, and therefore naturally has not been used for breeding. But when you see this fairytale horse moving or feel his almost warmblood-like strides under the saddle, it's impossible not to dream big and I can't wait to see what the future holds for this son of Zoia 🌟

Thank you for the past 11 years, Jags. For choosing me as your human, for making me feel so incredibly safe on your back and for everything you’ve taught me ❤

06/03/2025

Today we celebrate Lirio's birthday ❤ Liz da Raia, as he is actually called, was bred by Carlos Manuel Cunha Neto and born in 2015. His genetic ancestry in the form of Riopele x Hostil x Spartacus doesn’t come much better, and he is in every way an excellent representative of the breed ✨

On the outside, Lirio is a bit of a playful funster; he’ll put his nose in everything and whatever you accidentally leave on the rug rack on his box, you can be sure to find it in his bedding a few minutes later. No rug is too thick to be slipped through the bars 😎 But just beneath all the silliness is a horse that most of all craves closeness 🥰 He steals the hearts of anyone who meets him in our stable and is basically impossible not to like.

The 'trickster' who taught himself to open the box door and sneak past our living room window to visit the mares is the same one who allowed himself to be led back to the box only by his halter, completely without fuss, even though only a wire fence separated him from the herd of mares. He is the horse that managed to save my life when I was most unfortunately pulled under him on the treadmill - a situation that theoretically should have been fatal, and I still don't understand how he avoided stepping on me while the treadmill kept rolling and Daniel fought to pull me out from under him. He is the horse who has effortlessly offered piaffe since he was 4 and where it is always me who must insist that we lay the foundation before he can be allowed to unfold his infinite talents 🥇

There are no limits to what Lirio can achieve, and I am indescribably happy to be the one who gets to sit on his back and to one day in the future be able to include him in our breeding program - not just for the invaluable bloodlines, but most of all for the smile he puts on my face every single day 🤍

Congratulations on your 10th birthday, Lirio 🎈

03/03/2025

It's no secret that the winter is Denmark can feel both long, dark and cold - but when the first sun rays of the spring comes out, we enjoy and appreciate it even more

28/02/2025

Today I wanted to share an observation from my years of selling foals and horses;
One thing I’ve noticed from sending my foals out to their new homes is that the new owners seem to have NO expectations of this little being who is without their mom, their herd or their usual environment for the very first time. In fact they have years to just let the foal find its feet 🥰 And interestingly every single buyer has been in awe of how easy their foal was to handle from day one and how they can just do ‘anything’ with them.

I know you appreciate the older horses as much as I do, and I think there is another important distinction to be made between foal and adult horse other than just level of training. Because with age comes ‘personality’ and quirks ❤️ I believe most of us find it endearing, but it is something to consider if you - like me - have other people (grooms etc) handling your horses, or if you are about to buy an older horse. If I hire new staff it takes them a couple of weeks to get acquainted with every single horse and how they prefer to be handled. Then it stops being something you think about.

A groom has the advantage of being able to ask the owner of the horse for advice and they are rarely as emotionally attached as you are to your own horse. But when people bring home an adult or older horse, we create a situation with lots of feelings and expectations. Expectations based on how the horse was advertised, how he behaved when you first met him and the level he performed with his previous rider 🏆 This can be the road to disappointment, if the horse isn’t exactly as expected from day one, and here is where I want to circle back to how people approach the foals;

I’m wondering what would happen if more people were able to approach adult horses with the same lack of expectations and with a willingness to embrace the quirks rather than try to make them fit a mold 🙏 The older horse might have experience, but moving, losing your human, establishing yourself in a new group, adapting to new rhythms etc takes time. In my experience it takes about 6 months for even the most easygoing, polite horse to truly feel at home in a new environment. But it can be longer, depending on personality and past experiences.

How do you welcome a new horse? Do you think about managing your expectations?

Photo: Uvita V CDR (Vitorino CSM x Imperio (Ex Ie-Ie) x Botticelli RC), Filly born May 2024, Available for sale

25/02/2025

Looking for your next horse? Then you are probably considering 100s of things. There are the purely practical ones;
⭐ Gender
⭐ Size
⭐ Exterior
⭐ Gaits
As well as what purpose the horse was bred for and whether he passes the vet check.

There are things regarding how the horse had been brought up:
⭐ How he has been / is being fed
⭐ How much time he has been / is spending in a box stall
⭐ How he reacts to his humans
⭐ What kind of home he is currently in

But even if all of the above is absolutely perfect, the next bullet points will likely feel the most important ❤️ Namely, the horse's temperament and behavior - and maybe that special attraction you can't quite put your finger on:
⭐ The eyes
⭐ His character
⭐ The feeling he gives you when riding
⭐ Potential bad habits

Obviously there are many more aspects that we can add to the list and that are important when you are looking for your dream horse, and as a stud farm, we at Ribatejo Lusitanos do everything in out power so that you know exactly what you are getting when you choose a CDR-horse 🦄 We firmly believe that the horse's upbringing lays the foundation for the rest of his life and that proper feeding and management in the early years can prevent future problems and ensure a healthy horse for many, many years to come 🏆

So if you're considering a Lusitano, don't hesitate to get in touch 🙌

Ribatejo Lusitanos is Scandinavia's largest Lusitano stud farm and with us you get experience from living and breeding in Portugal 🇵🇹 in addition to training and education from foal to Grand Prix.
We provide Lusitano horses of the highest quality and our 9 broodmares check all the boxes in terms of exterior and temperament, allowing us to offer you the foal or young horse who best matches your needs regardless of the level of ambition. So whether you dream of dressage or WE on an international level, or a safe and loyal partner for hacking out, there is a good chance that he or she is right here 🥰
Since our foals are born in Denmark, they are negative to Piroplasmosis and can travel worldwide.

Want to know more? Please send us a message 🙏
www.owec.dk

Photo: Umaya CDR (Boemio QL x R-Kazan Coussoul x Pawaroti MR), Filly born March 2024, Available for sale
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At One World Equestrian Center we specialize in improving the riders seat, use of aids and lightness of same. Using the Classically acknowledged seat-training on the lunge, we correct the riders seat, and help eliminate bad habits. Not only by saying what to do, but also explaining extensively why and how. Understanding the mechanisms of how the riders body affect the horse, and in which way it impacts riding goals and the movement of the horse, leads to a bigger enlightenment of the rider. With our team of Schoolmasters the riders have the possibility to continue their training on high level horses, that are specifically chosen for their ability to teach, and help riders learn. It is not only their level of training that is unique, it is also their character! All levels are welcome, and will improve their riding with the help of our skilled instructors and ditto horses. It is not uncommon for our guests to fall in love with the Lusitano breed, and many return to find their own Lusitano. We usually have horses for sale with us to try on site but we have successfully paired riders and horses for over 7 years, through an extensive network of riders, breeders and horse owners throughout Portugal. We are not a sales-stable, more the link between you and your dream horse. Feel welcome to contact us if you want help to find the perfect horse for you. There is a Lusitano that will fit perfectly - we promise! You can live on site or in the nearby villages, explore Portugal from our central location and find peace walking by the River Tejo at the foot of the property. We look forward to helping you advance your riding and skills or find your next horse. /Nadja Maria