Esperanza Stud

20/03/2026

Young horses having dental work done today, Whisper had wolf teeth come out and a cap and Estrella has a busy mouth with about 3 caps coming out but lucky for her no wolf teeth. Zorro will have canine teeth coming through to look forward too, apparently they come through between 5 and 7 years old. Hopefully they come through quickly. Top tip, apparently good old Bonjella helps with the pain. Thanks Amy from Fairlane Vets.

14/03/2026

Estrella had her first trot steps under saddle today. We did just a little bit but she did so well considering all the distractions with the tractor going around and the fire burning on the other side.

13/03/2026

Been doing a little bit with Estrella and Whisper lately, mostly this week, getting them used to wearing a saddle while doing groundwork, and have sat on them the last couple of days, had a little walk around with them today, just slowly letting them get used to me being up there and following the rein a little. I don’t like to ask to much for awhile these days, just build confidence and understanding. Definitely helps that they were born and raised here as they already have a reasonable amount of trust and are not concerned about anything I’m asking so far.

12/03/2026

More playing

12/03/2026

Sprite and Alonzo playing early in the morning

17/02/2026

Nice to see the sun, Estrella and DJ having a good scratch.

11/02/2026

Seeking EOI for this lovely, elegant yearling filly, by Furst Hit EDH, registered with the NZ Hanoverian society (see picture of papers for breeding), EMH 16.1-16.2hh. Had basic handling and has had a cover on, couple of short videos on this page below. Will try to get some better pics/video.

11/02/2026

29/12/2025

Yep, you show that feed bucket who’s in charge Alonzo!

27/11/2025

Feed buckets also make great entertainment devices!