Our horses are pure bred, registered Icelandic horses. They have contributed to the research projects at Cornell University to find novel treatments for Culicoides hypersensitivity (also known as summer eczema), to develop better vaccines for and characterize immunity and protection against Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1), and to explore vaccination and immunity against Lyme disease in horses. The horses are now looking for a second career as a pleasure riding, trail, or sports horse.
Horses for Sale
All Icelandic horses from Cornell have been handled from birth on, lead on a halter, and know the farrier and routine veterinary procedures. The Cornell Icelandic horses live in herds and are outside with run-in sheds at all hours. The horses listed below are all 2 years of age and will be available for sale starting in October 2026. They are green and, to become a riding horse, need training under the saddle once they are mature.
For more information or interest in purchasing, please contact Dr. Bettina Wagner.
Ræna from Cornell
Black filly. Ræna is a little shy and will benefit from a person who enjoys spending time to connect with her. Her full and half siblings, with similar character, have been great to train and work with and are forward thinking horses.
Jón from Cornell
Chestnut gelding with a flaxen mane. Jón is a very friendly and curious smaller horse. He behavior has been exceptional and very cooperative as a foal and weanling. He is currently in a teenage phase (getting out of it). In our experience young geldings in this phase, return to the traits they showed as a foal once they are 3-4 years of age and when starting their training under saddle.
Yldís from Cornell
Chestnut filly with flaxen mane. She is smaller horse with a calm, laid back character. Yldís likes interacting with people, is very friendly and good to handle.
Ívan from Cornell
Tall chestnut gelding. He is a sensitive, curious horse and will be ideal for someone who is an experienced rider and young horse trainer.
Tindra from Cornell
Beautiful buckskin filly. She is very well built and proportioned. Tindra is sensitive and forward thinking. She will thrive under an experienced rider and handler who enjoys working with a smart and sensitive horse.
Þrima from Cornell
Yellow (bay) dun filly. She is tall and a very confident young horse. Þrima is a tolerant with a laid-back character. She can sometimes be a little pushy but is very friendly, sweet, and trainable.
Sólmyrkva from Cornell
Black filly. She has a great character, is friendly and smart, with good energy and temperament. Sólmyrkva can have her own opinion, is playful, and likes to work with people.
Ulla from Cornell
Tall chestnut filly with flaxen mane. She is a very beautiful, sensitive horse who is looking to find her right match. Ulla will be great for someone who has lots of time to spend with her.