Canadian Mangalarga Marchador

Canadian Mangalarga Marchador, Mangalarga marchador horses, Seattle, Washington, is a family-run farm dedicated to preserving gentle temperaments and refined movement. Shannon Ford brings over a decade of riding and breeding experience and maintains membership in the Mangalarga marchador association, with routine health testing that covers lameness evaluations, hoof care and dental exams. Foals are raised alongside mature horses in scenic paddocks, where early socialization, daily turnout and experienced handling support balanced development and confidence.

Breeding stock trace to foundation bloodlines prized for versatility under saddle, in dressage and on trail. Onsite facilities include open grazing pastures, a modest barn with individual stalls and secure run-in shelters for year-round comfort. Located on lush pastures in the Pacific Northwest, the farm balances time-honored horsemanship with modern care to produce reliable partners for riding enthusiasts. Each horse benefits from seasonal conditioning programs and gradual exposure to varied terrain. Graduates often fare well in low-level competition or as trusted companions for riders of all skill levels.