Hanover Washington
From former show jumper to Aiderbichler
From the perspective of Gut Aiderbichl
(written by Gisela Pschenitschnig)
Washington, a large Hanoverian gelding (chestnut), is a former show jumper. He suffered fetlock ligament damage, and thus became unrideable. After the injury, Washington lived in an open stable.
He is extremely sensitive to weather changes, and is then prone to colic. His medical history includes weeks of treatment for a stomach ulcer.
Washington has now turned twenty years old, and the request came whether he gets a new forever home at Gut Aiderbichl. Washington has been an Aiderbichler for a few weeks now, and lives in the so-called B-stall. Here he has not only peace and quiet, a large open stable, many conspecifics, but also discovered a special treasure.
The origin of the Hanoverian
Since the 19th century, Hanoverians have been among the most famous show horses. With their talent, numerous Olympic and world championship titles have been achieved. The breed's long breeding tradition has produced a noble, docile and reliable horse for sport and leisure.
The Hanoverian originates from the German state of Lower Saxony, with Hanover as its capital. George II, King of England and Elector of Hanover, founded the first Hanoverian breed in Celle (Lower Saxony) in 1735.
In the 16th century, the Hanoverian was used in agriculture and the military. However, as farmers used machines more and more to do their work, the Hanoverian's time as a sport horse began. A little secret of his breeding history is the crossbreeding with Trakehners and Thoroughbreds, which made the breed even nobler.
The treasure of Washington
Washington first took his time getting used to the open stable at Gut Aiderbichl. The established group of horses accepted him positively.
At some point, the horse handlers noticed that Washington had special feelings for "one". The horse in question was Fenia, a 15-year-old Mohrenkopf Noriker mare. Years ago, she had to be stopped from being prepared. Fenia has problems with her hooves and with arthritis. The former owner could no longer finance the veterinary costs.
Washington and Fenia flirt in horse fashion and enjoy their time together in the pasture. It is also Fenia who will create a calmer and more relaxed Washington out of the rather nervous Hanoverian, as Fenia's equanimity transfers more and more to her new friend Washington.
And so I dare to wish for a world where people live in harmony with each other and with nature, and with all the wonderful animals with whom we share the planet.
~ Jane Goodall
When you walk with the animals, you also come to rest yourself. You see things morethings more calmly. Washington and his girlfriend Fenia take care of their mental balance together. It sould be that the two of them meet.
Sincerely, your Gisela.
