4601 Hearts of Glory

Hearts of Glory lives up to her name, possessing both depth of spirit and a sweet nature. The striking Andalusian mare carries herself with grace and generosity of heart.

In the show ring, Glory rises to the occasion, showing refinement, stamina and presence. She feeds off the energy of the crowd, displaying elegance in her movement and transitions. Glory has a long memory and learns routines quickly. She gives her all, though can lose some brilliance if not kept fit and focused.

Out in the pasture, Glory tends to be protective of her herd, keeping a watchful eye for potential threats. But she is also playful, initiating games with fellow pasture mates. She is athletic yet gentle, often seen guiding or teaching the young horses. Glory dislikes storms and may herd the group to shelter during bad weather.

When stalled, Glory settles quickly as she appreciates routine and one-on-one time with handlers. She aims to please, enjoying grooming and personal attention. Though she can grow restless if not exercised regularly, Glory rarely develops stable vices. Her sweet nature shines through even in confinement.

In work, Glory responds best to a gentle but firm hand. Harsh discipline upsets her sensitive soul. With patience and understanding, Glory's generosity and talent blossom beautifully. She gives her heart and expects respect in return.

While genuinely sweet-natured, Hearts of Glory can be overly sensitive at times, taking corrections or discipline personally. She is emotionally vulnerable and feeds off the energy around her - negative environments can dishearten her.

Glory has a long memory for those who have lost her trust. Though not mean-spirited, she finds it difficult to forgive past wrongs and may become resentful or sullen if she feels slighted.

With her nurturing instincts, Glory can become overly attached and protective, even possessive of horses or people she bonds with. Separation causes her anxiety.

Glory dislikes sharing the spotlight and may get jealous if another horse gets more attention or praise. Her competitive drive stems from desire for acknowledgment.

While eager to please, Glory can become impatient with slow or unclear direction. She wants to understand what is asked of her and shuts down if training methods are muddled or inconsistent.