Hunters for Sale in Ireland, Europe & USA
Discover carefully selected hunters with the temperament, rideability and athletic ability to perform with confidence. From promising young horses to experienced hunters, JED Horses helps riders across Ireland, Europe and the USA find the right match with transparent information and professional support.
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Quality Hunters Selected for Performance, Rideability & Temperament
The American hunter discipline is one of the most technically demanding in equestrian sports, developing prestigious performance-type Irish sport horses with Thoroughbred blood. Unlike show jumping, where the scorecard is objective rails down, time penalties the hunter ring is judged entirely on the quality of movement, manner, and form.
If you are looking to buy American hunter horses for sale in Dublin, you need the backing of a specialist equine partner like JED Horses. We work with a precise goal: breeding, training and placing disciplined, athletic, competition-ready hunters that meet the exacting standards of global platforms. We cater to clients in Ireland and all across Europe. Connect with us to schedule a visit to our stable or get more information.
American Hunters for Sale at JED Horses — What We Offer
Bringing you the finest American hunters for sale in Ireland and other parts of Europe, our development process spans several levels of discipline, age and training. Each level is suited to a different stage of a rider’s or owner’s journey.
- Exceptional Ponies: These are horses in early training typically three to five years old with the physical and mental profile to develop into serious competitors. They have the best foundation: the movement is honest, the temperament is quiet, and the potential is clear. For buyers willing to invest in development, these horses represent outstanding value.
- Competition-Ready Hunters: Horses that have been schooled to a competition standard and have begun their showing careers. We supply the best American hunters in Europe to Dublin buyers. Find your match with the perfect flatwork, consistent jumping form and ring manners that judges reward. Whether the goal is amateur owner classes or open divisions, these horses are prepared to step in and perform.
- Elite Show Hunters: At the top of our offering are horses that have reached the highest level of the discipline. These horses are known for their exceptional movement, refined presentation and proven records in competition. They turn heads in the warm-up arena and showcase their regal quality where it counts.
We offer American Hunter horses for sale in Dublin with full video footage, veterinary history and transparent performance documentation. We do not dress up horses or obscure their history. What you see is what you’re buying.
Who These Horses Are For
Riders across Ireland and Europe trust us for accessing a carefully curated collection of American hunter horses for sale in Dublin. These horses are produced to the standards of the US hunter circuit, which places a premium on quality of movement and rideability rather than raw scope. You can access our horses from Dublin too.
- The hunters we offer are suited to:
- Professional riders competing in hunter divisions at Dublin and national levels
- Equitation riders seeking a horse with the flatwork quality and manners to complement their own training
- International buyers particularly those sourcing hunter horses for sale in Europe with reliable EU base and American production standards
- Parents and trainers sourcing junior hunters for developing young riders
If you’re not sure exactly what level you need, that’s a conversation worth having before you commit to anything. We prefer to fully understand your programme before matching you with a horse.
Why Source Your Hunter in Dublin from Jed Horses
Based in Tipperary, Jed Horses has long been one of Ireland’s most respected sources of quality American hunters across Europe. The climate, land, and centuries of breeding tradition produce horses with outstanding bone, genuine temperament, and the kind of natural movement that the hunter ring rewards.
For buyers, our available American hunter horses for sale in Dublin offer a practical advantage beyond the bloodlines. JED Horses pursues the tradition of an explicitly American standard by the movement, the manner, and the presentation that’s sourced, produced, and sold from Ireland. It’s a combination that gives buyers in both markets exactly what they need.
Enquiring About Our Current Hunters for Sale in Dublin
Our sales list changes regularly. We work with a curated selection of the best American hunters in Europe for Dublin buyers, so availability shifts as horses are placed and new prospects enter our programme. The best way to find out what’s currently available is to get in touch directly. Tell us what you’re looking for, whether it is level of experience, discipline focus, height requirements, or budget – and we’ll give you an honest picture of what we have that fits it.
Ready to Find Your Next Hunter?
If you are ready to buy a hunter horse in Ireland, or simply want straight advice on what would genuinely suit you, we would like to hear from you. Tell us your level, your goals and your budget, and we will be honest about what we can and cannot offer.
Call John Kennedy on 087 219 0185 or send an enquiry today, and let us help you find a hunter you can rely on for years, not just one season.
Hunters for Sale — Your Questions
The American hunter discipline places its emphasis firmly on the horse’s way of going: long, rhythmic strides, quiet manners, and technically correct jumping form judged by eye rather than by faults. If you’re competing in classes that reward movement quality and presentation, then yes, it matters. The hunter divisions at Irish shows increasingly align with these standards, particularly at the higher levels.
Yes, and we’d encourage it. A trusted second set of eyes especially one who knows your riding and your programme is valuable in any sales process. We can arrange trainer viewings with advance notice and will provide full information ahead of the visit.
You must watch it move on the flat; watch it school over fences, and then watch how it behaves in varied situations. We don’t prep horses specifically for viewings. What you see is what the horse is. We can provide schooling footage and competition footage where available and will always ride the horse in front of you ourselves.
Both. Horses that go well in the American hunter ring tend to be excellent all-round sport horses — they have the movement for dressage flatwork, the manners for amateur riders, and the scope for a variety of disciplines. European buyers sourcing hunter horses have found that our stock suits their programmes well.
It means the horse has been schooled to a competition standard, has been in a competitive environment, and is mentally prepared for the routine of showing. It does not mean the horse has a full showing record some competition-ready horses are still early in their careers. We’ll always be specific about what a horse has done and what it hasn’t.
Yes, we welcome pre-purchase examinations. You can use your own vet, or if you need it we can also provide referrals to reputable vets who are familiar with sport horse assessment. The choice is entirely yours.
Transition periods are normal, and we don’t walk away after a sale. We stay available for conversation, video review, and practical advice during the settling-in period. If a genuine welfare concern arises, we will always engage honestly. We do not offer formal return policies, but we take our reputation seriously and ensure that every horse we sell goes to the right home.
Yes — with appropriate candour. If you’re moving up to a serious competition horse for the first time, the best thing we can do is help you find one that suits your current level while allowing you to develop. That might mean steering you away from a horse that’s beyond your programme right now, even if it’s an exceptional animal.
We work with reputable equine transport companies and are well experienced with export documentation, health certifications and Coggins testing requirements. Buyers sourcing American hunter horses for sale from Europe regularly transport horses through our network without incident.
We do take requests. If you have a very specific brief age range, height, level of training, and budget and nothing in our current selection fits, we’ll note your requirements and be in touch when something appropriate comes through our programme. We’d rather hold that conversation early than have a buyer settle for a horse that isn’t quite right.
Get in Touch
Whether you’re seeking a future champion or expert guidance, Jed Horses is here to support your next step. Reach out to discuss availability, training, or professional enquiries.
JED Horses
- John Kennedy
- 0872190185
- Annfield Bouladuff Thurles Tipperary E41W590
Enquire With Jed Horses
We welcome serious enquiries from riders and owners seeking exceptional American Hunter, Showjumper, and Equitation horses. Please share your requirements below and we’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.