Shadow's Cat Dancer is an exceptional 17-year-old 15.2hh big, stocky Smokey Valley mare who is extremely seasoned, sound, and still packed with years of reliable miles ahead.

While most of our horses require an intermediate to advanced rider, Shadow's Cat Dancer is the exception. With years of experience under her saddle, she brings an exceptional level of safety and reliability. She is sane and quiet in high energy situations, comfortably handling large crowds, busy groups of other horses, and exciting environments without a second thought.

These traits make her the ideal beginner friendly horse for new trail riders, kids or that rare "husband horse" everyone is always looking for! Shadow's Cat Dancer offers that safe and perfect start most riders who are new to the fast paced trail riding our horses provide!

Developed as part of the renowned Smokey Valley Horse breed recreated over 40+ years by Dr. Bob Coleman at Smokey Valley Farms in Kentucky, she carries the athleticism, stamina, and smooth, natural four-beat gait that make these horses ideal performance trail mounts or endurance riding.

She served as Dr. Bob Coleman’s personal mount for years, carrying him across diverse terrains and states during extensive travel. Her experience on rugged trails, varied footing, and long distance rides has made her unflappable and sure-footed. After proving herself under saddle, she transitioned into an outstanding broodmare role at Smokey Valley Farms, producing some of the farm’s very best offspring horses known for their endurance, willingness, and “magic carpet” smoothness while being in their rhythmic 4-beat gait.

Even at 17, she’s maintained outstanding condition and athletic ability, showing no signs of slowing down. We always knew she had plenty more to give as a riding horse, and now she’s ready to become someone’s perfect trail companion. Whether you’re looking for a solid and reliable partner for weekend rides, serious trail adventures, or just a comfortable, gaited mount that covers ground effortlessly, she delivers.

Outside of the trails, Shadow's Cat Dancer has wonderful ground manners. She will follow right beside you anywhere you lead her, walks right on and off trailers, travels comfortably and is easy to keep happy on those long cross-country trips. She stands like a statue for the farrier, while tacking up, while mounting and dismounting. No cars, trucks, motorcycles or farm equipment phases this mare. Being traffic safe is a standard we uphold at Smokey Valley Farms so that you feel safe wherever the trails take you.

Shadow's Cat Dancer is sane, sound, athletic, people oriented and ready to hit the trails with you!

Contact us today to test ride this fantastic mare!