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Happy Horse Owner
- real stories of satisfied riders
Welcome to our Happy Horse Owner stories!
Here riders tell how they found their Icelandic horse with Silke’s help – via video or live, with return option & riding. Find out how trust, quality and the structure of our SAFE seal give real riders security.
Success stories & horse profiles
Bianca & Harka - bought from the video
Where talent, emotion and professionalism come together
Thanks to Silke, I was able to fulfill my dream of riding a girl: jet black, a character made of gold with a cuddle factor and beautiful gaits. Harka is an absolute treasure and without Silke and her team I would probably never have found her. Without Harka and I having met live before, I was able to trust Silke.
She immediately knew what connected me and this horse. Before – during and after the purchase incl. Silke provided me with the best possible support and advice during transportation. Now I am looking forward to many years together with my wonderful Harka and send a huge thank you to Silke and Vicky, who provided me with great videos and just as lovingly advised me – you are mega great!!!!
Bussi Bianca & Harka
Monika & Sprengisandur - bought from the video
Simply great!
I can’t tell you how grateful I am to have found such a wonderful personality in Silke, who is so loyal and confident in her manner and in her dealings with people that you feel well advised even as a beginner, a newcomer, and certainly also as a professional. We have now decided on a second Icelander from Silke and I don’t doubt for a second that we will fit together. ❤️by the way, again by video ❤️
Sandra & Bruney
Vicky had the right nose!
The day of the big auction at Bockholts-Hoff came in November 2022. The auction went quickly and well, there were lots of people there, everyone was excited and the horses went “like hot cakes”! The gelding I really wanted to buy was quickly over my upper limit and so I stood on the sidelines a little dejected.
The next horse was a small, lively black mare who was already whizzing happily around the track when Vicky, the head rider, said next to me: “What about Bruney, why don’t you take her, she’s great, very easy to ride, can be ridden dressage-style and has a great pedigree!” The auctioneer was already shouting “to the 1st, to the 2nd aaaaaand” and so I quickly – completely against my nature – simply held up my number … and bang I had the winning bid!
I did the first trial together with Vicky and I think we were both nervous about whether it would work with Bruney and me … It was one of the best decisions of my life! She is so fine to ride, has a great GO and challenges me positively. In terms of character, she’s a mega sweetie, so she quickly oinked her way into my heart. Vicky had the right instinct and I am now also a happy rider at Bockholts-Hoff.
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Carsten & Hljómur
Bought almost "blind"!
Hljómar inspires me again and again, he is not only beautiful but also clever, hard-working, cheeky, relaxed and simply a great horse!
Anette & Eitill
My birthday present for myself...
I wanted something special for my 60th birthday in 2022. An Icelandic horse. A mate with whom I could grow old together. Silke wanted to know what I had in mind. I had imagined something big, clearly separated gaits, canter on both hands even in the arena, temperament….yes, how?
I wanted something special for my 60th birthday in 2021. An Icelandic horse. A mate with whom I could grow old together. Silke wanted to know what I had in mind. I had imagined something big, clearly separated gaits, canter on both hands even in the arena, temperament….yes, how?
Eitill, 7 years old, who had been here for a few days, freshly imported from Iceland. I should ride him first. The team was unanimous at the first test; this is my horse!
And it was clear to me that I wasn’t going to drive from Frankfurt to Schneverdingen and buy the first horse that came along. I then rode another horse, both on the track and cross-country.
And in the end it turned out to be Eitill. And it still is today. I do a lot of off-road riding, even on my own. And that works without any problems. But at 7 years old, Eitill is now also very popular as a calm companion horse for the more hectic horses. And he is fast on the move. And as desired, if it is to be the turbo, it starts immediately. At almost 1.50 metres, he also has a very long stride. Eitill is ridden twice a week in the dressage arena. That’s good for him and he tries very hard to do everything right. He is also lunged and we spend a lot of time out and about in the mountainous Taunus region near Frankfurt. He is part of a herd of ten geldings with 7 Icelandic horses and two Welsh cobs. He is polite but firm. And can also assert itself if necessary. I was particularly impressed by Silke and her team’s knowledge of horses and people. I had already looked at a few other horses before Eitill, including other gaited horse breeds. But it was never the right fit. And the fact that they put me on the “right horse” straight away still impresses me today.
Inken & Gaefa
A story that life writes...
Christopher & Bangsi
The best thing that could have happened to me....
After more than a year of unsuccessfully looking for a horse, we got the call: we have just the right horse for you. On the same day we had a look at Bangsi at The Horseseller, a short time later we had a test ride and IMMEDIATELY it was clear, it was him or no one. As a novice rider, Bangsi always makes me feel safe and he is super reliable in every situation. After 2 weeks we were out and about on a rally and everyone was amazed that we had only recently become a team. Buying a horse is a matter of trust and we had that with Silke & her team from the very first second. Bangsi is the best thing that could have happened to me!
Dennis & Ìsak
Backing the right horse!
Ìsak is exactly what I wanted…great gaits, great character, super brave and 100% ready to perform! He has plenty of steam, yet is still fine in the hand and always wants to please me, the rider. We took a lot of time to get to know each other, which I can only recommend to EVERYONE! Ísak and I have been supported by Silke & Vicky for quite a while and I am grateful for this first time together at TheHorseseller!
Lulu & Frú
Clear recommendation!
I am thrilled every day anew with my great Frú frá Steinnesi! I am very happy to recommend Silke & her team at TheHorseseller. The sale of my “old” mare also went smoothly and she found her new owner. The first time I was accompanied by Vicky, the lessons quickly brought us together. After a while, Frú and I were able to come home as a team.
Christoph & Nökkvi
Nökkvi has the gates to my heart!
I have found my dream horse in Nökkvi! This pony animal makes me incredibly happy. He’s just a cool sock and makes me laugh every day. I look forward to continuing our journey together with him. I felt very comfortable with TheHorseseller and especially with Silke & Vicky.
Isi & Tildra
The auction was an experience!
In November I was able to buy this beautiful mare at TheHorseseller auction. Tildra convinced me immediately with her great gait and beautiful looks! I bought Tildra in foal and am now very excited about her foal. Thanks to TheHorseseller for this great horse!
Tatjana & Flink
It's her!!!
When the horse close to my heart died suddenly and unexpectedly, my world collapsed. But it was immediately clear that I wanted to have a horse by my side again. As I struggled with fear in some situations when riding and my Pètur was a soul of a horse, I realized: “It won’t be that easy to find the right one!”
I went to Ebay classifieds to “search” and lo and behold, the first ad appealed to me immediately. “Flink frá Steinnesi” is a very cool sock and that already at the age of 5. I watched her video – she touched me immediately. My fingers flew over the keyboard and I quickly made an appointment with Silke. A week later, the time had come. We received a very warm welcome and Vicky accompanied me to the appointment. I was ridden quickly and then it was my “turn”. My nervousness increased – BUT after two laps on her back it was clear: “It’s her!” Every day we grow closer together. I am infinitely grateful to the team at TheHorseseller that I received such great support and found my sweet mouse. And I’m also quite sure that my Pètur controlled everything from “above”.
Carmen & Sókrates
I simply say THANK YOU!
Just over a year ago I was on the verge of giving up riding after a very serious riding accident involving the fire department, Wadden rescue, ambulance, police and rescue helicopter. But riding was my life. But this accident was so traumatic that I could hardly get back in the saddle. I was looking for a new horse, one that I could trust and have fun with again. Unfortunately I was cheated several times, I was even sold a horse that had passed through, but as a former school horse it should have been totally safe.
Then I was persuaded to get in touch with you. So that’s what I did. I was at least able to sit on the horse again and ride without a lead rope. But my anxiety was still insanely high.
So I phoned you, made an appointment and had already looked for a few horses in advance that might be suitable. But I was also very honest about my fear of riding.
One day before the appointment, Vicky called me and said she had the perfect horse for me. It would come fresh from the school as it is closing down.
Under no circumstances did I want to try out this horse, I had my experience.
Then came the appointment, I was very nervous, I had two friends with me.
Then they got me the school horse and I definitely didn’t want it! I also thought it was totally ugly.
Nevertheless, you have convinced me to at least try it.
That’s what I did, first in the hall. I was surprised, he had given me a good feeling, so I then tried him on the oval track, where I even dared to canter him briefly. Then you asked if I wanted to go cross-country and I did with Vicky.
That was my first cross-country ride where I finally had the feeling that I could conquer my fear again.
Sókrates totally picked me up and he looks after me.
Now he’s been with me for a little over a year and we’ve become such a great team that I’m about to go off-road on my own for the first time since the accident.
I even ride in front when tractors come towards us and our companions are afraid of them. Even when I get scared, Sókrates stays cool and looks after me. And I’ve even ventured 100m and watts with him where the bad accident happened. I’m enjoying riding again and we’re even training for our first show.
I am grateful to you every day for this horse, for listening to me and giving me time to try it out.
I would come to you again and again and would recommend anyone else to do the same.
I simply say THANK YOU!
Best regards
Carmen with Sókrates
Steffi & Hrekkur
It is perfect !!!❤️❤️❤️
Dear Silke. 2.5 years ago I was looking for the perfect horse with you, which really wasn’t easy in my situation. You said about the beautiful Hrekkur that he was the right one. That’s exactly how it turned out. He is perfect and I am infinitely grateful for this great horse!!!❤️❤️❤️
Heike & Gunnar
I need a reliable horse!
Silke sold Gunnar to me almost exactly 14 years ago to the day. As a beginner, it was clear to me that I needed a reliable horse. Silke described Gunnar as he still is today, an absolute reliable and leisure horse, adaptable, forgives mistakes and I can learn from Gunnar. Whether accompanied or alone, sporty or quiet – everything is possible with Gunnar. Gunnar is now 24 years young. I mainly ride cross-country, a dream of a horse, we are still a good team. I still thank Silke for immediately choosing the right horse for me 14 years ago
Gabriele & Svartur
I am now also isified!
A year ago I got my beautiful Svartur fra Arholti from dear Silke. He had a difficult legacy to take on:
At Whitsun 2022, I had to have my soul horse Alert put down at the age of just 22 after being kicked by another horse and suffering internal bleeding.😭 A world fell apart. After thinking for a long time about whether I still wanted to ride, I happened to see a video of Silke on YouTube and thought about whether an Icelandic horse might be something for me, as I have limited health.
Without further ado, I made an appointment with Silke and she introduced me to Gandur fra Ibisholi. After a ride with dear Saskia, I was convinced by the fact that I could dismount and set off immediately. I promptly bought Gandur. My joy was short-lived. After only 6 weeks Gandur died in my arms. It happened incredibly quickly. When the vet arrived, he could only determine that he had died. Gastric or intestinal perforation😔
So again the question: do I still want to ride?
Yes, now or never again.
I contacted Silke and she got new horses from Iceland on October 1st and also looked for big horses for me beforehand. On October 2, I was the very first one to bet on Svartur and was out and about again with dear Saskia. And yes, without further ado I bought Svartur and picked him up from Silke on October 3, 2022. It’s been a year now and after many ups and downs we’ve become a good team 😀and I’m not giving this great black fur nose away. I am now also isified.
Many thanks dear Silke and team
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