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How to read- Identity
- Confirmed
- Level
- Verified 0.61m
- Price
- No ask / Market $44,625–$61,950 · worth a call
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What to do next
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Penten’s Soap Suds — Horse Scouts buyer research USEF #5732744 · KAVIFORD INFINITY x HALCYON GUINEVERE · 10yo Level: records ~0.61m Price: no ask · fair $44,625–$61,950 Identity: High confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/penten-s-soap-suds?detail=full
Is the price fair?
No asking priceSimilar horses: $44,625 – $61,950 · mid $52,500. Ask the seller for their number.
Currently for sale
$39,000–$62,500
Asking prices of 15 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated market range
$42,510–$68,125
Adjusted for this horse's record (+9% vs. band)
| Performance vs. level & win rate | +5% | Strong USEF win rate (32%) |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher / schoolmaster signal | +2% | 3 distinct riders with 47% restricted-class starts |
| Age / runway | +2% | Prime (10–13) — proven miles with several useful years left |
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.
Fair market band
$44,625–$61,950
Based on comparable listing asks and show record — not sold prices or a certified appraisal.
We do not have an asking price to compare.
Budget beyond the purchase usually includes: PPE / vetting, shipping, sales commission (if you use an agent).
Similar listings in this band
- Aurora — $38,000 · 2'3" or 0.7m
- Dixie Chick — $40,000 · 2'3" or 0.7m
- KCS Bubbles — $18,000 · 2'3" or 0.7m
Strong USEF win rate (32%)
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (15)
- 8 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $18,000–$100,000.
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?
ReviewSome items matched and others still need confirmation. Walk through the rows below with your trainer.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| USEF #5732744 | Same horse in USEF | Checks out |
| Sire: KAVIFORD INFINITY | KAVIFORD INFINITY | Checks out |
| Dam: HALCYON GUINEVERE | HALCYON GUINEVERE | Checks out |
| Asking price | Fair range $44,625–$61,950 | Fair range only |
Is this the right horse?
High confidenceUSEF #5732744 and pedigree match the ad · chip …345581. Confirm microchip and papers match the horse you inspect.
- Born
- 15 Mar 2016
- Age
- 10 years old · USEF foal date
- Breed
- WELSH PONY
- Color
- GREY
- Sex
- Mare
- Sire
- KAVIFORD INFINITY
- Dam
- HALCYON GUINEVERE
- U.S. registry #
- 5732744
- Microchip
- 981020021345581
International record (FEI)
cross ref sire KAVIFORD INFINITY · dam HALCYON GUINEVERE · verify on data.fei.org
Video
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.
Based on age band (Prime (10–13)). 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
209 - WPCSA HWPB JRAD ENGLISH PLEASURE CH&RS · Placed 2
Usage rate
No rounds in last 12 months
Class context
Some junior/amateur/pony mileage; rest in unrestricted/open classes
Field size
47 starts with entry counts
Eliminations / retirements
Completed all 47 starts on record
Current level
Consistent at career high
Teacher / progression
3 distinct riders with 47% restricted-class starts · 86% of junior/amateur/pony starts ribboned or clear
- 47 USEF class starts · 15 wins (32% win rate) · heights: 0.61m · sire KAVIFORD INFINITY
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U.S. record (USEF)
confirmed 47 USEF class starts · 15 wins (32% win rate) · heights: 0.61m · sire KAVIFORD INFINITY
Last competed: May 12, 2024
| Date | Class | Placing | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2024 | 209 - WPCSA HWPB JRAD ENGLISH PLEASURE CH&RS | 2 | SARAH ROBINSON |
| May 12, 2024 | 41 - WPCSA ENGLISH PLEASURE HWPB ADULT | 2 | SARAH ROBINSON |
| May 12, 2024 | 205 - USEF HWPB CONF ENGLISH PLEASURE - JRAD | 2 | SARAH ROBINSON |
| May 12, 2024 | 206 - WPCSA HWPB ENGLISH PLEASURE WORKING - JRAD | 1 | SARAH ROBINSON |
| May 12, 2024 | 207 - WPCSA HWPB $15 CONF ENGLISH PLEASURE STAKE - JRAD | 3 | SARAH ROBINSON |
| May 12, 2024 | 208 - USEF HWPB ENGLISH PLEASURE JRAD CHAMPIONSHIP | 2 | SARAH ROBINSON |
Ask the seller
Contact
- Location
- Georgia
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
Penten’s Soap Suds “Snowie” 3/15/2016 – 13.2hh – Permanent Card – Registered Half Welsh Mare Registered Half Welsh (H54467) USEF Life (5732744) & USHJA Life (HJ5732744) Snowie is a beautiful, proven 13.2hh Half Welsh mare looking for her next rider. She has an impressive record across the Welsh and hunter rings, with multiple championships and national honors. She is experienced, competitive, and has proven herself with both junior and adult riders. 2022 Highlights: • USEF Horse of the Year Champion – Half Welsh Adult English Pleasure • USEF Horse of the Year – 4th, Half Welsh Adult Hunter • Welsh South Central Region Champion – Walk, Walk/Trot & Walk/Trot Poles • Welsh South Central Region – 4th Walk/Trot Pleasure • Welsh South Central Region – 4th Green Pony • Welsh South Central Region – 3rd Half Welsh Adult English Pleasure • Welsh National – 4th Walk/Trot • Welsh National – 6th Half Welsh Adult English Pleasure • Welsh National – 6th Half Welsh Adult Hunter 2023 Highlights: • Kym K. Smith/Young Pony Hunter Championship – 2nd, 6 & 7-Year-Old Pony Model • Kym K. Smith/Young Pony Hunter Championship – 3rd, 6 & 7-Year-Old Under Saddle • Kym K. Smith/Young Pony Hunter Championship – 3rd, 6 & 7-Year-Old Over Fences • High Point Junior Owner at the Young Pony Hunter Championship • Local shows – 5th in Short Stirrup with very limited showing 2026 Highlights: • Champion – Pony Division at local Georgia shows • Reserve Champion – Pony Division at local Georgia shows Snowie is the kind of pony that has already been there and proven she can win. With her permanent card, lifetime USEF and USHJA registrations, and extensive show record, she would be a great opportunity for a rider looking for a competitive, experienced pony. Currently located in Georgia. Motivated seller. Videos and additional information available upon request.
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 8 listings
Comparable listings span $18,000–$100,000 — price reflects age, show record, bloodlines, and seller positioning, not jump height alone.
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | 10 | $38,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 17 days | — | View |
| Dixie Chick | 9 | $40,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 37 days | — | View |
| KCS Bubbles | 9 | $18,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 58 days | — | View |
| Katama’s Fullmoon | 12 | $100,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 61 days | — | View |
| FC DEVONAIRE | 8 | $20,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 82 days | — | View |
| Delilah | 12 | $50,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 242 days | — | View |
| Black Raspberry | 13 | Lease $40,000–$69,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 54 days | — | View |
| Sugarplum Fairy | 13 | Lease $40,000 | 2'3" or 0.7m | 129 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 confirmed ClipMyHorse horse profile — use the search link for possible videos and verify identity.
- No asking price on file — we show a fair range, not a deal verdict.
- No asking price captured — we cannot flag overstatement against a seller number.
Sources & import costs
Where we looked
| Source | Status | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. show registry (USEF) | confirmed | 47 USEF class starts · 15 wins (32% win rate) · heights: 0.61m · sire KAVIFORD INFINITY | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | cross_ref | sire KAVIFORD INFINITY · dam HALCYON GUINEVERE · verify on data.fei.org | Open |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | no_match | No row matched sire/dam | Open |
| German national results (equi-score) | skipped | No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on. | — |
| Show video (ClipMyHorse) | no_match | No confirmed ClipMyHorse horse profile for "Penten’s Soap Suds" — open search by name; videos may appear (verify it's the same horse). | 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 $50,000 · interquartile $39,000–$62,500.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (15) · catalog 2026-08-10.
Report date: 2026-09-03. Pricing uses BIGEQ (15) listings (catalog: BIGEQ · 2026-08-10 · HJx · 2026-08-10 · 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.