Ilijah is a well bred gelding with great dressage potential. He would also make an adorable hunter. “Eli” is by the imported 4 star Oldenburg stallion Ideal out of an Oldenburg approved Thoroughbred mare. Eli was awarded the distinction of Premium foal with the highest score on movement: an impressive 8.4! He has a nice long relaxed walk and a beautiful trot, not to mention the smoothest canter.

He was professionally started in February and has continued to improve in every area. He naturally goes on the bit and is very light in the hand. His lateral work is coming along quickly and his ability to extend and collect his gaits is remarkable, considering how long he’s been under saddle. He has been ridden inside and outside- in arenas and fields. He has been to several new places and really takes things in stride. He may be somewhat nervous the first time he goes somewhere but by the second trip everything is easy going.

Eli is a quick learner and is quite curious. He loves attention, even if it's just from the farrier or the vet! He lunges, leads, bathes, clips, and hauls. He has been handled regularly and would be suitable for either an amateur or professional.