Meet the Mounted Patrol & Ride a World Champion Stallion!
In this episode I visit the Metro Nashville Mounted Patrol unit and learn about their horses. Then I head over to ThorSport Farm and get a tour of the facility, meet up with a variety of Tennessee Walkers and even get to ride the World Champion Stallion, Line Item Veto!
Quest Horse:
Name: Line Item Veto
Breed Origin: USA
Gender: Stallion
Color: Bay
Registry: Tennessee Walker Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association
Owned By: Rachel Teague
Featuring: Metro Nashville Mounted Patrol in Nashville, TN and ThorSport Farms in Murfreesboro, TN.
Watch the Breed Video:
Did You Know:
The breed was developed in Tennessee during the 18th century.
Their purpose was to be a utility horse that had a gentle temperament with a stylish and comfortable ride.
There are now over 500,000 registered worldwide.
They are known for their smooth gaits including the Flat Walk, the Running Walk, and Canter.