At a glance
How to read- Identity
- Review needed
- Level
- Advertised 1.40m / Verified 1.30m
- Price
- Ask $99,999 / Market $103,063–$143,075 · hold off
What to do next
Proceed with caution — share with your trainer first
Identity and jump level both need verification. Do not call the seller until your trainer has read this.
- Send this report to your trainer and ask whether it is worth a call or trial.
- If your trainer is interested, ask the seller for a recent video at the advertised height.
- Do not skip a pre-purchase exam — public records cannot check soundness.
Gazelle Pvdb Z — Horse Scouts buyer research USEF #5779206 · GEORGE Z x RAMONA · 9yo Level: ad 1.40m · records ~1.30m Price: Sale: $99,999 · Looks like a deal Identity: Low confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/gazelle-pvdb-z?detail=full
Is the price fair?
Looks like a dealSale: $99,999 · fair $103,063–$143,075
Currently for sale
$70,000–$140,000
Asking prices of 5 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated market range
$58,800–$117,600
Adjusted for this horse's record (-16% vs. band)
| Consistent height vs. listed band | -24% | Campaigns at 1m (career high 1.3m); comps priced a band higher |
|---|---|---|
| Performance vs. level & win rate | -3% | No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty |
| Big-field results | +2% | 5 win(s) in fields of 12+ (median field 19) |
| Age / runway | +6% | Developing (6–9) — long competitive runway + resale optionality |
| US-ready + show mileage | +3% | Already stateside with USEF record — no import, campaign now |
Estimated market range weights the horse's show record, rideability, age, and typical ask-to-sale gap. Decision aid for how this price compares to similar horses — not a certified appraisal.
Asking price
$99,999
Ask vs similar listings: -25% vs segment median $125,000 (n=5).
Compared to similar horses for sale, the price looks undervalued. That is about $21,251 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
- Pura Vida BC — $125,000 · 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6"
- URSHULA — $70,000 · 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6"
- Maywies CJE — $150,000 · 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6"
Public records top out around 1.30m. The ad says 1.40m.
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (11) · HJx (1)
- 5 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $30,000–$150,000.
- Our fair-range midpoint for this horse is $121,250.
Field at 1.40m right now
Level gap131 rounds · 10 classes · top U.S. shows (WEC Ocala Summer Series 1 CSI2*, WEC Ocala Spring I Regional, WEC Ocala Winter Spectacular XI +3 more) · last 120 days
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?
3 flagsSeveral things in the ad do not line up with public records. Share this section with your trainer before you call the seller.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| USEF #5779206 | Registry sire/dam differ from ad | Verify pedigree |
| Sire: George Z | GEORGE Z | Checks out |
| Dam: Cardino | RAMONA | Doesn't match |
| Jumps 1.40m | Show record tops out ~1.30m | Ask for video at height |
| Asking Sale: $99,999 | Similar horses $103,063–$143,075 | Looks like a deal |
Is this the right horse?
Pedigree confirmedHorseTelex profile on file matches this horse · chip …404530. Confirm microchip and papers match the horse you inspect.
We matched USEF #5779206, but the ad's sire/dam do not match the U.S. registry. Confirm pedigree with the seller.
- Born
- 1 Jan 2017
- Age
- 9 years old · USEF foal date
- Breed
- Belgian Warmblood
- Color
- Chestnut
- Sex
- Mare
- Sire
- GEORGE Z
- Dam
- RAMONA
- Dam's sire
- CARDINO
- U.S. registry #
- 5779206
- Microchip
- 981100004404530
International record (FEI)
cross ref sire GEORGE Z · dam RAMONA · up to 1.40m claimed · verify on data.fei.org
Video
How long can you ride this horse?
This horse is 9 years old. If sound, you might get about 6–10 more years of useful jumping at this level.
Based on age band (Developing (6–9)). 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 9, the horse is still in a developing window — PPE findings should be weighed against upside to the stated level. [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
450 - 1.0m-1.05m Junior Jumper II, 1 · Placed 1
Usage rate
18 starts, active 2 of the last 12 months
Class context
Some junior/amateur/pony mileage; rest in unrestricted/open classes
Field size
Median field 19 · 32 top-third finishes in fields of 12+
Eliminations / retirements
1 EL, 1 RET across 106 starts (2%)
Current level
Career high 1.3m
Qualifying / championships
NHS / ASPCA Maclay (finals / championship) · Prestige venues: TEMECULA VALLEY NATIONAL HORSE SHOW I (name-match; not live standings)
Teacher / progression
5 distinct riders on record · 88% of junior/amateur/pony starts ribboned or clear
German national record (equi-score)
skipped No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on.
German and Austrian national shows (Kl. E/A/L/M/S) often do not appear on FEI or USEF. Paste an equi-score class result URL when you submit research to target a specific show.
- 106 USEF class starts · 9 wins (8% win rate) · heights: 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 1.1, 1.15, 1.2, 1.3m · sire GEORGE Z
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U.S. record (USEF)
confirmed 106 USEF class starts · 9 wins (8% win rate) · heights: 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 1.1, 1.15, 1.2, 1.3m · sire GEORGE Z
Last competed: Oct 11, 2026
| Date | Class | Placing | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | 1.05m · 450 - 1.0m-1.05m Junior Jumper II, 1 | 1 | ADALYN BEEBE |
| Oct 11, 2026 | 1.05m · 451 - 1.0m-1.05m Junior Jumper II, 2(d) | 4 | ADALYN BEEBE |
| Oct 11, 2026 | 1.05m · 452 - 1.0m-1.05m Junior Jumper - II, 2(d) | 5 | ADALYN BEEBE |
| Oct 11, 2026 | 1m · 445 - 1.0m Jumper - II, 2(d) | DNP | ELIZABETH READER |
| Oct 11, 2026 | 1m · 446 - 1.0m Jumper - II, 1 | 1 | ADALYN BEEBE |
| Oct 11, 2026 | 1m · 447 - 1.0m Jumper - II, 2(d) | 1 | ADALYN BEEBE |
Ask the seller
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 From listing · unverified
1.30-1.40 horse 8 years old
The ad points to about 1.4m. Public records so far top out around 1.3m — ask for video at the advertised height.
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 5 listings
Comparable listings span $30,000–$150,000 — price reflects age, show record, bloodlines, and seller positioning, not jump height alone.
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pura Vida BC | 11 | $125,000 | 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6" | 118 days | — | View |
| URSHULA | 8 | $70,000 | 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6" | 146 days | — | View |
| Maywies CJE | 9 | $150,000 | 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6" | 236 days | — | View |
| Naninni | 8 | $140,000 | 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6" | 80 days | — | View |
| MAYBE | 7 | $30,000 | 1.35, 1.40m or 4'6" | 20 days | — | View |
What we could not verify3 gaps
Use these if your trainer wants detail — not a reason to panic on their own.
- Ad sire/dam do not match the U.S. registry — confirm pedigree before you inspect.
- No confirmed ClipMyHorse horse profile — use the search link for possible videos and verify identity.
- High ask with limited public show record — verify level and miles before trusting the price.
Sources & import costs
Where we looked
| Source | Status | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. show registry (USEF) | confirmed | 106 USEF class starts · 9 wins (8% win rate) · heights: 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 1.1, 1.15, 1.2, 1.3m · sire GEORGE Z | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | cross_ref | sire GEORGE Z · dam RAMONA · up to 1.40m claimed · verify on data.fei.org | Open |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | partial | sire GEORGE Z · dam RAMONA XVI · dam sire CARDINO · 1 pedigree flag(s) | Open |
| German national results (equi-score) | skipped | No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on. | — |
| Show video (ClipMyHorse) | needs_review | ClipMyHorse: 8 profiles — Sire/dam on file but no candidate scored high enough | Open |
| Original listing | confirmed | 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: 5 similar listings · median $125,000 · interquartile $70,000–$140,000.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (11) · HJx (1) · catalog 2026-10-19.
Stated level 1.4m vs verified 1.3m in public records.
Comparable listings average $103,000 vs asking $99,999.
Report date: 2026-10-25. Pricing uses BIGEQ (11) · HJx (1) listings (catalog: BIGEQ · 2026-10-19 · HJx · 2026-10-19 · ProEquest · 2026-08-10).
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.