Millie
Trained by Rachel Poling
Age
4 yrs
Sex
Mare
Height
14.3 hh
Color
Chestnut
State
OH
Placing
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HMA (Herd Management Area)
Antelope Valley, NV
Trainer Biography
Rachel, 25, is a trainer from West Mansfield, Ohio, and a first-generation horsewoman. What began through 4-H has grown into a breeding and training operation focused on developing willing, confident partners. Alongside training problem horses, Rachel is active in the barrel racing industry, starting and developing young prospects for futurity competition. Rachel's training philosophy centers on understanding the individual horse. By combining pressure and release with positive reinforcement, she focuses on building trust, confidence, and a strong foundation while tailoring her approach to each horse's unique needs. She believes successful training comes from meeting horses where they are and creating a partnership that sets them up for long-term success.
120-Day Training Story
Millie is a well-minded, easygoing mare who is an absolute pleasure to ride and be around. Not much phases her, and she is willing, sensible, and easy to handle. She has had extensive groundwork and obstacle training and is confident both on the ground and under saddle. Whether she is working in the arena or riding out in an open field, Millie is consistent and dependable from ride to ride. Under saddle, Millie currently: • Walks, jogs, extended jogs, and lopes both directions • Stops and backs from any gait • Backs through obstacles • Yields her forehand and hindquarters • Sidepasses over and through obstacles both directions • Crosses water and bridges • Trail rides through the woods and along roads • Rides through hanging and enclosed obstacles • Has been ridden around cattle and farm equipment • Rides bareback or in a variety of saddles • Drags objects • Allows a rope to be thrown from her back Her left lead is currently her least favorite, but she continues to improve. Millie also cross ties, hard ties, and ground ties. She stands tied at the trailer and for the farrier, comes when called in the pasture, and absolutely LOVES water. If there is a creek or pond around, she is ready to swim. 😂 Millie could go in several directions. She would be perfectly happy spending her days trail riding, exploring, and swimming, but she also has the foundation and attitude to make a very nice ranch horse in the show pen. A sweet, versatile young mare with a great brain and a lot of potential.
Published Results
No published results are available for this horse yet.
Auction
In Auction
This horse will be offered through the Bluegrass Mustang Makeover live auction on October 31, 2026, following the competition and awards ceremony. All horses are sold as-is, with no guarantees expressed or implied. Buyers are encouraged to speak with the trainer, review the horse’s information, and watch the horse compete before bidding.
Auction Terms
All sales are final. The highest accepted bid will be considered the winning bid. The Bluegrass Mustang Makeover reserves the right to reject or reopen a disputed bid. Buyers are responsible for all costs associated with the horse after purchase, including transportation, boarding, veterinary care, and any required paperwork.
Buyer Requirements
These horses are being transferred under BLM sale authority, so a BLM adoption application is not required. Buyers must be at least 18 years old and able to provide safe, appropriate care, fencing, shelter, and transportation for the horse. The Bluegrass Mustang Makeover reserves the right to refuse a sale if there are concerns about the horse’s future care or placement.
Payment Info
Payment is due in full immediately following the auction. Accepted payment methods will be announced before the sale. Horses will not be released until payment has been completed and all required sale documents have been signed. Any processing fees associated with card payments may be added to the buyer’s total.
Pickup Info
Purchased horses may be picked up after payment and paperwork are complete. Buyers must provide safe, appropriate transportation. All horses must leave the Henry County Fairgrounds no later than noon on November 1, 2026, unless other arrangements have been approved in advance. Any additional boarding or care costs caused by delayed pickup will be the buyer’s responsibility.