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title: "Meet Twister: A Smart, Gentle Mustang Ready for His Next Chapter"
description: "Meet Twister: A Smart, Gentle Mustang Ready for His Next Chapter"
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# [Meet Twister: A Smart, Gentle Mustang Ready for His Next Chapter](https://www.dakotashowdown.com/news/meet-twister-a-smart-gentle-mustang-ready-for-his-next-chapter)

 Written by [Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue](https://www.dakotashowdown.com/news/author/gentle-spirit-horses-rescue) | Aug 17, 2025 4:59:05 AM

Meet Twister: A Smart, Gentle Mustang Ready for His Next Chapter

3-year-old BLM Mustang Gelding | Antelope Valley HMA - approximately 14.2 hh

 

In just 13 weeks, this once-untouched mustang has transformed into a calm, curious, and willing partner. Twister joined the 2025 Dakota Showdown Horse Trainer Challenge having never worn a halter—and now he's trailer loading, navigating obstacles, and even been sat on with a bareback pad. His trainer, Beth Stahlecker, says he’s one of the smartest and gentlest mustangs she’s worked with—and he’s ready for someone to continue his journey.

 

 Current Skills:

 Halter broke and easy to catch

 Trailer loads confidently

 Saddled and sat on calmly

 Walks across tarps, "sends" over obstacles, gates, etc.

 LOVES to jump!

 Ponies and leads with light pressure

 Responds to backing, lateral flexion, and basic groundwork cues

 Fly spray tolerant and has had all 4 feet picked up

 Good for gear and new experiences

 

 Still Working On:

 Mild moments of "baby brain" (occasional anxious walkabout, never dangerous)

 Building lunge skills and exploring new places

 More obstacles, desensitizing, and trick training

 Possibly a light ride in the round pen before the Showdown

Beth believes Twister will be very easy to start under saddle but recommends letting him mature physically for a bit longer before asking too much. He’s kind, quiet, and incredibly teachable—an ideal young mustang for someone who wants to build a lifelong bond.

 

 See him in person at the Dakota Showdown Finale on August 24, 2025 at the Yankton Rodeo Grounds!

 

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Every $1 donated = 1 raffle entry for amazing prizes.

Your vote supports Twister, his trainer Beth, and the rescue horses behind the scenes. Help Team Twister shine!

 

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