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Chief - 17-Year-Old Hanoverian Gelding

• Chief is a 17 hh, 17-year-old registered Hanoverian gelding sired by Hohenstein, with Weltmeyer on the mare side. After a long and illustrious career as a musical ride horse, having completed 7 tours including appearances at Her Majesty's diamond jubilee (2012) and Her Majesty's 90th birthday celebration (2016), and having been an excellent mount for many riders over multiple tour years, Chief is no longer able to withstand the physical demands of being on tour with the musical ride. Having completed training for the musical ride Chief has been trained up to second level movements, and has a very easy lead change. Chief also demonstrates such natural cadence and adjustability to his canter that he was an instinctively good jumping horse. His natural impulsion and energy made him an enjoyable ride whether it be over fences or on the flat. Chief is ready to return to work after an injury in the spring of 2022. A dignified, well-travelled and very impressive gelding Chief is ready to start this new chapter of his career.

Details

• Name: Chief
• Sex: Gelding
• Breed: Hanoverian
• DOB: 2005-05-23
• Colour: Black
• Height: 17 hh – 173 cm
• Universal Equine Life Number (UELN): 431311600305
• Microchip: 135562263A

• Viewing will only be possible on October 8, 2022. Please see the viewing schedule link below.
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• These Terms and Conditions are specific to the RCMP Horse Auction and general sale.
• Upon registration, all Bidders must agree to and comply with GCSurplus' General Terms and Conditions.

ANIMAL WELL-BEING

• The horse's well-being is of the upmost importance to RCMP/GCSurplus/Canada. The Purchaser must comply with all laws and regulations regarding transport and humane treatment of animals.
• The RCMP and GCSurplus reserve the right to refuse any offer for a horse, as it deems necessary and appropriate.
• No horse will be sold under any circumstances for human or animal consumption.

VIEWINGS

• Registered Bidders are permitted to schedule a viewing of the horses available for sale.
• RCMP horse trainers will be present to answer questions,
• The trainers will not answer medical related questions (ref.veterinary examinations).
• Viewings are contingent on local Covid-19 public health guidance.
• Test rides will not be permitted.
• Please see sale listings for a link to the viewing schedule. To schedule a viewing appointment, please contact Melanie St-Denis at HorseAuction-EncandeChevaux@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
• Viewings are by appointment only.
• All appointments must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
• All visitors must present a valid government-issued photo identification.
• Pets and children under 12 years old are not permitted during the viewing.
• A "Release and Indemnity" agreement must be signed before being granted access to the RCMP facility.
• All viewings are at the Bidder's own risk.
• COVID-19 protocols will be in place according to the local Public Health and Provincial authorities and guidelines at the time of the auction.

COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS

• COVID-19 restrictions and safety protocols may be in place for the protection of RCMP employees and authorized visitors to the RCMP Stables and Pakenham Breeding Farm. These measures will be communicated to authorized visitors in advance of their visit.
• All visitors must adhere to these protocols.

VETERINARY EXAMINATIONS

• By placing a bid in this auction, the Bidder acknowledges that the horse has been examined and researched to the Bidder's satisfaction.
• Examinations by external licensed veterinarians are permitted by appointment only. The Bidder may:
• Have a licensed veterinarian contact the RCMP's veterinarian for further medical information at the Bidder's own expense. Only licensed veterinarians may contact the RCMP's veterinarian. The Bidder's veterinarian must identify the clinic where their services are offered. Because of the expected volume of inquiries, questions from people who are not veterinarians cannot be answered. No exceptions.
• Make an appointment to have a licensed veterinarian perform an examination in the presence of the RCMP Veterinarian.
• Hire an agent or equine professional to inspect and evaluate the horse in the presence of the RCMP veterinarian.
• Horses are available for private veterinary examinations on October 6 and 7. To schedule a veterinarian appointment, please contact Melanie St-Denis at HorseAuction-EncandeChevaux@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
• All appointments with the RCMP's veterinarian must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.
• All visitors must present a valid government-issued photo identification.

HORSE INFORMATION

• Health Certificate, Vaccination Certificate, and radiographs (obtained 30 days prior to the auction) will be available online for each horse during the auction. A valid Coggins Certificate and copy of the entire health records will accompany each horse sold.
• All sale horses have been recently examined by the RCMP farrier to ensure their shoeing and/or trimming needs are up-to-date. Horses may or may not be shod (depending on age and individual needs).
• There are no guarantees as to fertility of stallions or brood mares. No return privileges or live foal guarantees are given or implied.

BIDS AND REGISTRATION

• To participate in the auction, Bidders must Register with GCSurplus.
• Bidders are asked to confirm their bids to ensure there are free of typos or errors.
• The Purchaser name (individual name and/or business name) noted on the Bill of Sale is derived from the Purchaser's GCSurplus account information. Information on the Bill of Sale will not be modified post-sale.
• RCMP may refuse to accept a bid from any individual or party, at their absolute discretion.
• RCMP/GCSurplus/Canada may cancel and/or repost the auction at any time, for any reason whatsoever.

BIDDER'S UNDERSTANDING

• By placing a bid in this auction, the Bidder agrees to:
  • abide by GCSurplus' Terms and Conditions;
  • comply with all sales clauses and provisions;
  • enter into a binding contract to purchase the horse;
  • be responsible for actions taken by an Agent authorized by the Bidder to act on the Bidder's behalf.

NO WARRANTEE

• All horses are sold "AS IS, WHERE IS" with all existing conditions and defects.
• Horse descriptions provided by the Seller (RCMP) are based on current observations, training level assessment and expertise at the time of the auction. There is no guarantee as to how the horse will further develop and progress or how any medical situation may evolve.
• Novice horsemen/riders are strongly advised to seek guidance from an experienced horse trainer prior to submitting an offer to purchase.
• RCMP/GCSurplus/Canada assume no responsibility whatsoever for blemishes, defects, the physical condition, soundness or health of the horse and make no warranties or representation of any kind in this sale.
• The RCMP encourages potential buyers to attend a viewing session and ask questions to the horse trainers with regards to the horse's current training level, rideability, temperament, etc.
• Finding the right fit when purchasing a horse requires careful consideration of the horse's behavior, personality and physical abilities.
• ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Requests for returns, exchanges, or refunds will not be accepted.

PAYMENT

• Payment due date: Friday, October 14 at 16:00 hrs Eastern Standard Time.
• HST/PST will be added to the sale at a rate 13%, province of Ontario.
• Payment must be made online through the GCSurplus auction system.
• Failure to pay for the horse within the stipulated timeframe may lead to cancellation of the Bidder's GCSurplus account.
• If the Winning Bidder does not comply with payment terms, RCMP/GCSurplus/Canada may offer the horse to the next-highest bidder.

RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Title shall pass to the Purchaser when:
• full payment for the horse is received by GCSurplus; and
• all Terms and Conditions have been adhered to.
• Once payment is made in full, the Purchaser assumes all risk and responsibility for the horse.
• Stable personnel shall continue to take reasonable care of the horse until the horse is loaded for transportation.
• RCMP may assist with loading at the risk and responsibility of the owner.
• Exporting a purchased horse across the Canada-USA border is the sole responsibility of the Purchaser. Please consult with the Canadian and US Customs and Border authorities for documentation and Regulations.
• During the stay of the horses, GCSurplus/RCMP/Canada and their representatives shall not be liable for any accidents, theft, disease or sickness, death or injury, or damage to any horse whatsoever, howsoever caused.
• All risk of any illness, damage or other injury, including death (collectively referred to as an Event) during the stay and including any such Event during the loading process, shall be at the sole risk of the Purchaser.
• In no case shall any money be refunded to the Purchaser, nor shall the Purchaser be relieved of any purchase obligation as a result of, or as may be attributed to, any such Event.

BOARDING

• RCMP will board the horses until Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 16:00 hrs (EST) at no additional charge.
• The purchaser will be charged a daily boarding fee of $50 CDN per day if their horse is not picked-up by the aforementioned date.
• Boarding fees must be paid by cheque prior to horse removal. Cheque must be made payable to the "Receiver General of Canada". Tax is included in the $50 CDN per day rate. An invoice will be provided.

TRANSPORTATION AND REMOVAL

• Transportation is the Purchaser's responsibility.
• The Purchaser is responsible to bring a horse trailer in good order and fully equipped with feed, hay net, tie ropes, etc.
• At the request of the Purchaser, the RCMP may assist with loading.
• The Purchaser must adhere to all laws and regulations related to safe transport and humane treatment of animals.
• The Purchaser is responsible for obtaining all necessary paperwork and permits, including export documentation (if required).
• To schedule removal, please contact RCMP S/Sgt. Mario Cournoyer at HorseAuction-EncandeChevaux@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
• Prompt removal of the purchased horse is imperative.
• Failure to remove the horse within the stipulated timeframe may lead to cancellation of the sale and other penalties.

DOCUMENTATION

• GCSurplus will provide the Purchaser with the invoice, Bill of Sale, and Authority to Release form.
• The Purchaser is required to bring the above noted documents at the time of pick-up.
• RCMP will send the Purchaser a Stable Release Form. This form must be completed and brought to the stables at the time of pick-up.
• RCMP will provide the Purchaser a copy of the horse's medical file, Health Certificate, Vaccination Certificate, Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA/COGGINS) Serum Test Report and Certificate, horse passport (if applicable) and RCMP Bill of Sale.