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Fiona is a well bred colorful mare described as a sweet girl, slightly nervous but good to ride and handle. She is looking for that right person to give her some more confidence and affection! She has a lot of potential to do all sorts of things and she's a big girl with growing left to do! She has a tendon strain and will require a rest period before beginning her new career. See this flashy gal at www.LeightonFarm.com or call me quick for more information!

Horse Name
Wacko for Flacco
Breed
Thoroughbred
Gender
Mare
Age
6
Foaled
1/1/2007
Color
Chestnut
Height
16 hh
Weight
lbs
Sire
St Averil
Dam
Distant Star
Location
Laurel, MD USA
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Found Home

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Calm 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 High-Spirited

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