Curious George 2026 ATFO Showcase Division

PLEASE NOTE: THE INQUIRY FORM ON THIS PAGE IS NOT THE HEART OF PHOENIX ADOPTION APPLICATION<br/><br/>Name Curious George<br/>Foal Date: 2021<br/>Breed: Quarter Horse Pony<br/>Color: Bay Road<br/>Gender: Gelding<br/>Height: 12.2 HH est<br/><br/>FEE: $2500<br/><br/> <br/><br/>Curious George is in training with Vivian Jones. Follow his progress at #hopteamcuriousgeorge<br/><br/>From the trainer 7/9/2026<br/>2nd required post<br/>George is getting comfortable in tack. He accepts saddling well but as I suspected is not as easy about taking the bridle but has gotten much better about his face and ears overall so we will just keep working at it and im sure it will improve also. <br/>He ties and loads very well. George accepts grooming, his feet being handled and fly spray very well. He is happy to be sprayed by the hose over his front end but dances a bit with the back side. <br/>Right now he is more whoa then go with the ridden work and is getting soft and responsive to the bit and rein. <br/>George is typically a brave and sensible guy. He tries hard and will generally think his way through things. <br/><br/>The Appalachian Trainer Face Off is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together horse trainers from across the country to compete while highlighting adoptable horses and showcasing each trainers skills. The 2026 event is scheduled for August 2022 in Winfield, West Virginia, and selected horses will be offered in an adoption auction on August 22, 2026.<br/><br/>If youre interested in bidding, apply now for the opportunity to bid on horses that fit your riding category. More event details and application information are available here: <br/><br/>https://www.appalachiantrainerfaceoff.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQz3bdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFYZlpwM2tWMlhFYUZpUWc4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpyCTydm48xrhETK8e0k3XBmO1JY34yVaueH6OIvE3jCH9nUlEFhG77qJ0fA_aem_rIWjjVGy3lZLcZjnE_PSDw<br/><br/>Details<br/><br/>Adoption fees may be outdated, as a horse may have moved into training, so check us on most current fee. Horses typically adopted UTD on vaccines, dental floats, farrier care and all vet needs.<br/><br/>We are looking to adopt to safe homes. <br/><br/>A history of good horsemanship, the ability to provide sufficient care with good vet, farrier and peer references are important. If you are a first time horse owner, we will require you to board at a facility for the first year while you learn more about care. We encourage everyone to take advantage of riding lessons. <br/>Foal adoptions require previous, established experience with youngsters. <br/><br/>Our adoption process makes sure you get the right horse for you it is a no fail process for finding the right match. Apply at https://horseandridermatch.com<br/><br/><br/><br/>Apply at https://www.wvhorserescue.org/adopt<br/><br/>PLEASE NOTE: THE INQUIRY FORM ON THIS PAGE IS NOT THE HEART OF PHOENIX ADOPTION APPLICATION<br/><br/>ADOPTION FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE IF A HORSE IS IN TRAINING. PLEASE INQUIRE FOR MOST RECENT FEES

PLEASE NOTE: THE INQUIRY FORM ON THIS PAGE IS NOT THE HEART OF PHOENIX ADOPTION APPLICATION

Name Curious George
Foal Date: 2021
Breed: Quarter Horse Pony
Color: Bay Road
Gender: Gelding
Height: 12.2 HH est

FEE: $2500



Curious George is in training with Vivian Jones. Follow his progress at #hopteamcuriousgeorge

From the trainer 7/9/2026
2nd required post
George is getting comfortable in tack. He accepts saddling well but as I suspected is not as easy about taking the bridle but has gotten much better about his face and ears overall so we will just keep working at it and im sure it will improve also.
He ties and loads very well. George accepts grooming, his feet being handled and fly spray very well. He is happy to be sprayed by the hose over his front end but dances a bit with the back side.
Right now he is more whoa then go with the ridden work and is getting soft and responsive to the bit and rein.
George is typically a brave and sen

PLEASE NOTE: THE INQUIRY FORM ON THIS PAGE IS NOT THE HEART OF PHOENIX ADOPTION APPLICATION

Name Curious George
Foal Date: 2021
Breed: Quarter Horse Pony
Color: Bay Road
Gender: Gelding
Height: 12.2 HH est

FEE: $2500



Curious George is in training with Vivian Jones. Follow his progress at #hopteamcuriousgeorge

From the trainer 7/9/2026
2nd required post
George is getting comfortable in tack. He accepts saddling well but as I suspected is not as easy about taking the bridle but has gotten much better about his face and ears overall so we will just keep working at it and im sure it will improve also.
He ties and loads very well. George accepts grooming, his feet being handled and fly spray very well. He is happy to be sprayed by the hose over his front end but dances a bit with the back side.
Right now he is more whoa then go with the ridden work and is getting soft and responsive to the bit and rein.
George is typically a brave and sensible guy. He tries hard and will generally think his way through things.

The Appalachian Trainer Face Off is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together horse trainers from across the country to compete while highlighting adoptable horses and showcasing each trainers skills. The 2026 event is scheduled for August 2022 in Winfield, West Virginia, and selected horses will be offered in an