At a glance
How to read- Identity
- Confirmed
- Level
- 1.10m ceiling
- Price
- $50,000 · fair $62,500–$74,399 · worth a call
What to do next
Worth a call to your trainer
Looks like a deal. Nothing major flagged — still confirm in person before you buy.
- Send this report to your trainer and ask whether it is worth a call or trial.
- If your trainer is interested, ask for a recent show video at your target level.
- Do not skip a pre-purchase exam — public records cannot check soundness.
Balouness 7 — Horse Scouts buyer research USEF #6010775 · BALOUNITO x PARADIESBLUME · 10yo Level: ad 1.1m · records ~1.10m Price: Sale: $50,000 · Looks like a deal Identity: High confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/balouness-7?detail=full
Is the price fair?
Looks like a dealSale: $50,000 · fair $62,500–$74,399
Currently for sale
$62,500–$95,000
Asking prices of 15 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated value
$62,500–$95,000
Adjusted for this horse's record (0% vs. band)
| Performance vs. level & win rate | -3% | No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty |
|---|---|---|
| Amateur-proven | +3% | 71% of starts in amateur/junior divisions |
Estimated value weights the horse's show record, rideability, age, and typical ask-to-sale gap. Decision aid, not a certified appraisal.
Asking price
$50,000
Based on comparable listing asks and show record — not sold prices or a certified appraisal.
Compared to similar horses for sale, the price looks undervalued. That is about $13,050 below the middle of our fair range.
The asking price usually does not include: PPE / vetting, shipping, sales commission (if you use an agent).
Similar listings in this band
- ELLA — $45,000 · 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m
- Billy Banbury — $60,000 · 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m
- Bohdania — $40,000 · 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m
No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (15)
- 8 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $40,000–$85,000.
- Our fair-range midpoint for this horse is $63,050.
Before you call the seller
Three questions to start — open Full research for contact info and the full checklist.
- Book a pre-purchase exam (PPE) with a vet you choose before you buy.
- Ask about past injuries, surgeries, or ongoing maintenance the vet should know about.
- Why is the horse for sale, and can you ride or trial the horse in person before you commit?
Does the ad check out?
ConsistentWhat the seller advertised matches what we found in public records. Still verify in person with your trainer and vet.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| USEF #6010775 | Same horse in USEF | Checks out |
| Sire: Balounito | BALOUNITO | Checks out |
| Dam: PARADIESBLUME | PARADIESBLUME | Checks out |
| Jumps 1.1m | Show record ~1.10m | Checks out |
| Asking Sale: $50,000 | Similar horses $62,500–$74,399 | Looks like a deal |
Is this the right horse?
High confidenceUSEF #6010775 and pedigree match the ad · chip …464784. Confirm microchip and papers match the horse you inspect.
- Born
- 28 Apr 2016
- Age
- 10 years old · USEF foal date
- Breed
- Westphalian
- Color
- BAY
- Sex
- Mare
- Sire
- BALOUNITO
- Dam
- PARADIESBLUME
- U.S. registry #
- 6010775
- Microchip
- 276020000464784
Video
We did not find show video online. Ask the seller for a recent round at the height they advertise.
How long can you ride this horse?
This horse is 10 years old. If sound, you might get about 4–6 more years of useful jumping at this level.
There may still be room to move up a bit if training goes well. Useful-years estimates follow FEI show-jumping age profiles: peak performance commonly occurs around ages 10–15, with many Grand Prix horses active into the mid-teens and beyond when sound. At 10, this horse may be in or near the prime competition window described in FEI-level population studies. [5][6]
Vet & pre-purchase exam
Sport-horse literature treats a pre-purchase exam (PPE) as a risk assessment — not pass/fail. Radiographic findings are common in sound jumpers and must be read in context of age, intended use, current performance, and price [1][2].
Before you buy, book an independent sport-horse vet you choose. Share this report so the exam can target gaps between seller claims and public records.
- Baseline PPE: soundness exam, flexions, and imaging scoped to price point and intended use [4].
- Mild hock osteoarthritis, small fetlock osteophytes, and mild navicular remodeling are commonly reported in sound sport horses.
- Stable, non-progressive changes without lameness are often acceptable when they match the horse's competition history.
- Focus on current soundness, flexion response, and whether maintenance history is documented.
- Ask for injury history, surgeries, joint maintenance, and any prior vet records the seller can share.
About 57% of prepurchase exams document at least one potentially prejudicial finding — presence alone does not predict future unsoundness [2]. Mild gait asymmetry is also common and may not correlate with clinical lameness [3].
Sources for vet & age guidance
- van Hoogmoed & Snyder (1999). van Hoogmoed LM, Snyder JR. Prepurchase Examination of Jumpers and Dressage Horses. AAEP Proceedings, 1999.
- Equine Veterinary Journal (2024). Equine Veterinary Journal. "Prejudicial Findings During Prepurchase Examinations," 2024.
- University of Utrecht (2022). University of Utrecht. Movement Asymmetries in Horses Presented for PPE and Lameness Evaluation, 2022.
- Merck Veterinary Manual. Merck Veterinary Manual. Prepurchase Examination of Horses.
- FEI Facts and Figures (2020). FEI Annual Report 2020 — average registered horse age 9.85 years; Jumping athlete demographics and age distribution.
- FEI / Bristol University longevity research. FEI Sports Forum (2026) — ongoing FEI–Bristol research on career longevity, competition intensity, and retirement factors in Jumping horses.
Horse Scouts summarizes published sport-horse veterinary literature for informational purposes only. It is not veterinary, legal, or financial advice and creates no legally binding obligation. Consult your own veterinarian before any purchase decision. See our Terms of Service.
Show record
Prize money
USEF prize money on file
Last competition
465 - $1,500 NAL 1.15m Jr/Am Jumper Classic - II, 2(b) · Placed 12
Usage rate
17 starts, active 3 of the last 12 months
Goes for
71% of starts in amateur/junior divisions
Eliminations / retirements
1 EL, 0 RET across 17 starts (6%)
Current level
Consistent at career high
- 17 USEF class starts · heights: 1, 1.1m · sire BALOUNITO (no YOB on dossier — set identity.yob for full career range)
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U.S. record (USEF)
confirmed 17 USEF class starts · heights: 1, 1.1m · sire BALOUNITO (no YOB on dossier — set identity.yob for full career range)
Last competed: Apr 26, 2026
| Date | Class | Placing | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 2026 | 1.15m · 465 - $1,500 NAL 1.15m Jr/Am Jumper Classic - II, 2(b) | 12 | MAYA KISNER |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 1.15m · 460 - 1.10m Junior Jumper - II, 1 | 8 | MAYA KISNER |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 1.15m · 462 - 1.10m Junior Jumper - II, 2(d) | DNP | MAYA KISNER |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 1.10m · 500 - 1.10m Jumper - II, 2(d) | E | MAYA KISNER |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 1.15m · 465 - $1,500 NAL 1.15m Junior/Amateur Jumper Classic II.2(b) | DNP | MAYA KISNER |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 1.15m · 460 - 1.10m Junior Jumper II.1 | DNP | MAYA KISNER |
Ask the seller
Contact
- Location
- Temecula, CA Contact Jonelle Ramsay for more details
- Phone
- (***) ***-1427(714) 313-1427
Direct contact is hidden on public reports. Confirm you have the right horse before calling.
Full question checklist
This report summarizes public records only. Always verify answers with the seller, your trainer, and your vet before you buy.
What the seller says Pasted ad text · tap to expand
🪻 Balouness 7 🪻(6010775)- Cute 10yr, 16.1hd, Westphalian mare by Balounito. Perfect Ch/AA jumper!! Girly is currently competing in the 1m/1.10m jumpers with a junior rider. She is a simple, forward thinking and enjoyable ride. Girly is kind, cute, has an adorable trot and an excellent work ethic. She will make a wonderful partner for a junior, amateur, or rider looking to continue confidently developing in the jumper ring. Priced in the mid five figures. Located in Temecula, CA Contact Jonelle Ramsay for more details. (***) ***-1427
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 8 listings
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELLA | 6 | $45,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 16 days | — | View |
| Billy Banbury | 11 | $60,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 74 days | — | View |
| Bohdania | 13 | $40,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 98 days | — | View |
| D' ELOUISE BZ | 10 | $65,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 45 days | — | View |
| AF Verona | 5 | $65,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 61 days | — | View |
| Josephina | 10 | $65,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 68 days | — | View |
| Prudence | 6 | $65,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 81 days | — | View |
| Lile Ban | 9 | $85,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 38 days | — | View |
Find prior listings abroad Search for prior European listings
No European source price on file yet. Use the links below to find the origin listing — then we can compute the dealer spread.
Search for prior listings abroad
European producers often post sale ads on public Facebook Pages that Google indexes. These two searches are usually enough to find the origin price.
What we could not verify3 gaps
Use these if your trainer wants detail — not a reason to panic on their own.
- No show video found online — ask for a recent round at the advertised height.
- ClipMyHorse video not matched — seller video or in-person trial matters more.
- Rimondo not checked — European video may be missing.
Sources & import costs
Where we looked
| Source | Status | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. show registry (USEF) | confirmed | 17 USEF class starts · heights: 1, 1.1m · sire BALOUNITO (no YOB on dossier — set identity.yob for full career range) | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | pending | — | — |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | pending | — | — |
| German national results (equi-score) | pending | — | — |
| Show video (ClipMyHorse) | pending | Open |
Import costs & logistics
U.S. show jumping relies heavily on imported European warmbloods (KWPN, BWP, Holsteiner, Oldenburg, Selle Français, and others). The listing price is often only part of the investment — veterinary, transport, quarantine, customs, and insurance can add roughly 10–30% or more to landed cost [3].
Estimate for this horse
This listing appears to be in the U.S. — no international import is required for domestic delivery. If you source from Europe instead, use the categories and illustrative totals below as a planning guide.
Typical cost categories
| Category | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-purchase exam (PPE) | $1,000–$3,500+ | Independent vet exam before purchase — not part of shipping but essential risk management. |
| Export testing & documentation | $500–$3,000 | Health certificates, blood tests, and government export paperwork (varies by origin country). |
| International air transport | $10,000–$25,000+ | Largest logistics cost — shared vs. private stall, route, and season affect pricing. |
| Quarantine & federal inspection | $1,000–$5,000+ | USDA port inspection and quarantine length depend on origin disease status (often 3–7 days for EU geldings). |
| Customs & import brokerage | $500–$2,000 | Specialized equine brokers coordinate USDA, customs entry, and airport logistics. |
| Ground transportation | $500–$3,000+ | Seller to export airport, then U.S. arrival port to your barn. |
| Mortality / transit insurance | 1–4% of value / yr | Many buyers insure during transport; annual mortality often scales with horse value. |
Illustrative landed totals
Planning bands — actual costs vary by origin, sex (CEM rules for mares/stallions), route, and broker.
| Purchase price | Typical import stack | Est. landed cost |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $12,000–$20,000 | $62,000–$70,000 |
| $100,000 | $12,000–$25,000 | $112,000–$125,000 |
| $250,000 | $15,000–$35,000 | $265,000–$285,000 |
Evaluate landed cost, not purchase price alone, when comparing to U.S. comps or judging resale potential. Ask the seller for export readiness, quarantine port, and who coordinates USDA paperwork.
Sources for import & logistics
- USDA APHIS. USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Importing live equines — permits, port inspection, and quarantine requirements.
- US Equestrian. USEF. International travel for horses — health documents, quarantine ports, and planning timelines.
- Aguilera (2020). Aguilera M. Global Horse Trade in the United States: 1981–2013. Society and Animals — documents the shift to European sport-horse imports in U.S. jumping.
- Kingston Stables. Kingston Stables. EU→U.S. all-in shipping guide (flight, papers, USDA quarantine) — industry planning benchmark.
Comparable metrics
Market sample: 15 similar listings · median $65,000 · interquartile $62,500–$95,000.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (15) · catalog 2026-07-27.
Stated level 1.1m vs verified 1.1m in public records.
Comparable listings average $61,250 vs asking $50,000.
Report date: 2026-07-27. Pricing uses BIGEQ (15) listings (catalog: BIGEQ · 2026-07-27 · HJx · 2026-07-27 · ProEquest · 2026-07-27).
Automated buyer research from public records — not a pre-purchase exam, veterinary opinion, or guarantee of seller claims. Verify identity, price, and soundness with your team before you buy.