This is one of the premier wild stallions of Shackleford Island , Dionysus, the father of my Shackleford stallion, Wanchese. Several factors, including a very sparse diet have caused the Shacklefords to evolve into smaller horses than they likely were when imported from Spain, or more likely, Hispaniola in the 1500's.
At least two Shacklefords were accepted into the Spanish Mustang Registry and the Horse of the Americas Registry has accepted the herd in its totality. Though small, they exhibit extraordinary Spanish movement.
Wanchese is available for breeding to all mares registered with the HOA at no cost and with modest rates for non-HOA mares.
I could not begin to tell anyone how much I love Wanchese. It is not just that he is a gentle and beautiful stallion but he is also the best riding horse. When asked to do something he will do it with no fuss. His transitions are smooth and his canter is even better. If you want to talk about an athletic little horse than look no further then Wanchese. He can be at top speeds quicker than you would know it.
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