Chestnut sport horse and rider jumping a fence on a grass arena

KingHorses · The Netherlands · Since 2000

European sport horses. Personally selected for your next chapter.

Jumpers, hunters, equitation horses, dressage horses and hunter ponies, sourced through 25+ years of relationships across Europe.

Start Your Search

25+ years
of experience

Personally
selected

Specialized
in export

International
relationships

Your private
shortlist

What we source

Your discipline.
Your ambitions.

Five disciplines. The same attention to rider, character and fit.

Request your private shortlist

What we do for you

The right connections.
At every step.

From finding your horse to bringing your plans together.

Search & Match

A focused European search, shaped around your rider, discipline and ambitions.

Learn more

Expert International Support

Clear coordination around trials, vetting, transport and export documentation.

Learn more

Partnership & Network Building

Personal relationships with riders, trainers, stables and international partners.

Learn more

From first call to your stable

Your search.
Step by step.

  1. Tell us your discipline, level and budget. We agree a focused brief, without pressure to buy.

  2. Review recent videos and honest feedback. Try the horses that fit your programme.

  3. We coordinate trials and independent vetting. You discuss the findings with your veterinarian.

  4. Personal support with transport and export paperwork, coordinated with the specialists involved.

Let's find the right horse
Bay sport horse jumping an orange and white fence
01 / UNDERSTANDA search shaped around you

Your discipline, ambitions and budget guide a focused European search.

Bay horse and rider approaching the camera over a fence
02 / SELECTEvidence before a decision

Recent videos, competition history and honest feedback inform your shortlist.

Grey sport horse and rider jumping in competition
03 / ASSESSAn independent assessment

Trials and independent vetting help you evaluate the partnership with your advisers.

Grey jumper over a red fence at Angelstone
04 / COORDINATEA clear route home

Transport and export arrangements coordinated with the specialists involved.

Client testimonials

In our clients'
own words.

Personal experiences, lasting relationships.

Experiences from our clients

Grace

Colorado

“I'm so thankful for giving me the opportunity to buy my dream horse. Your professionalism is outstanding and it was a true pleasure doing business with you. Again, thank you.”

Sharon

Ontario, Canada

“I've known Francois for over 20 years now and have bought many very successful horses from him. I enjoy being a part of his company and I'm sure I'll continue to do more business with him.”

Marc

Cornwall

“Francois is great to deal with. He's straightforward and honest. I highly recommend him.”

Elizabeth

California

“We've shopped at Francois multiple times. All horses we've purchased through him have been top quality, sound and great minded.”

Salvador

Mexico City

“My experience with Francois was very successful. He represented us with the best horses and ponies. After the purchase he organised everything for us — door to door service. Thank you!”

Scott

Pennsylvania

“Francois knows how to make the perfect match between rider and horse. He found me my dream horse. Searching for the perfect match is his expertise.”

Jeri Lou

Texas

“Francois made horse shopping easy and enjoyable. I look forward to doing more business with him in the future.”

Mike

New York

“All 3 horses are doing well and we are extremely happy with them. Francois was incredibly helpful every step of the way. I highly recommend him.”

Our team

The people behind
your next partnership.

A family business, with a direct line to the people involved.

Francois Reesink

Founder

Francois Reesink

Francois founded KingHorses in 2000. For more than 25 years he has matched European sport horses with riders, trainers and owners abroad, through relationships he built personally. He studied Law and Public Administration at Leiden University.

Email Francois
Frans Reesink

KingHorses

Frans Reesink

Frans works alongside Francois at KingHorses in the Netherlands. He holds a BSc in International Business Administration.

Get in touch

Your next horse starts here

Tell us what
you have in mind.

A direct conversation with our team. No pressure, just a starting point.

Phone number (optional)
Add budget and timing (optional)

Before you begin

Your questions.
Clear answers.

From choosing a horse to arranging the journey home.

Your search

What information should I send to start my search?

Tell us the discipline, the rider's level and target classes, your budget and your timeframe. Add your trainer's details if they will be involved, and anything that matters most to you, such as temperament, size or experience. The enquiry form or a WhatsApp message is all it takes to begin.

Which types of horses can you help me find?

Jumpers, hunters, equitation horses, dressage horses and hunter ponies, including Dutch Warmbloods and other European sport horses. What is available changes all the time, so we search against your brief rather than a fixed list.

How long does a horse search take?

It depends on your brief and on what is available at the time. Trials, vetting and transport each add a step. Once we understand what you are looking for, we give you an honest view of the timing and keep you updated as the search progresses.

Are the horses pictured on this website currently for sale?

The photographs illustrate the disciplines and the sport; they are not a sales list, and the riders shown do not endorse KingHorses. Ask us for a private shortlist and we will confirm which horses are available now.

Disciplines

Can I request a Grand Prix dressage horse?

Yes. Tell us whether you need a proven Grand Prix horse, an experienced schoolmaster or a horse with the talent to get there. Those are very different searches, and we assess availability and suitability for each one individually.

What matters when searching for a Grand Prix show jumper?

Agree the target height, the rider's experience and the record you need with your trainer first. Then look at recent results, rideability, soundness information and a trial. Talent for a level is not the same as a proven record at that level, and we are always clear about which one a horse has.

How do you approach a high-level hunter search?

We start with the division, the rider and your trainer's preferences. Movement, rhythm, jumping style and temperament all count. Videos and results narrow the search, but the real question is whether the horse suits its new rider, and that is where we focus.

What should I look for in an equitation horse?

Consistency, adjustability and a horse that gives the rider confidence. Ask your trainer to assess the horse for the classes you have in mind, both on the flat and over fences. Even a successful horse still has to suit its next rider.

Can you help find a hunter pony for a junior rider?

Yes, gladly. Tell us the rider's experience, the division, the pony size and your trainer's priorities. Temperament and confidence come first, and we recommend a trial before any decision.

Trials & confidence

How can I feel confident about buying internationally?

Ask about the horse's history, watch recent videos, involve your trainer and plan a trial. We help arrange an independent pre-purchase examination, and you discuss the findings with your own veterinarian before you decide.

How can I verify a horse's competition experience?

Ask for the horse's registered identity and check the federation or competition records. Compare dates, levels and riders with recent videos. A photo or a description alone does not prove a horse has competed at a level, and we are happy to help you check.

Can my own trainer be involved throughout?

Absolutely, and we encourage it. Include your trainer in the brief, the shortlist and the trials. Nobody knows your riding and your programme better, and it keeps the search focused.

Can I arrange to try horses in Europe?

Yes, when the horse, the seller and the schedule allow it. Share your shortlist and travel plans with us before you book, so we can agree which horses you will see, who comes with you and what you want to test.

Who decides whether veterinary findings are acceptable?

You do, with advice from your own veterinarian. We help arrange an independent examination; its scope and findings are best discussed directly with your vet in light of what you want to do with the horse.

Buying internationally

Can you help with vetting, transport and export?

Yes. We coordinate vetting, transport and export paperwork with the specialists involved. Requirements, costs and timing depend on the horse and the destination, and we confirm them for each purchase.

What budget should I allow beyond the purchase price?

Ask us for an itemised overview: the horse, the agreed services, the veterinary examination, transport and any insurance, taxes or import costs. The total depends on where the horse is going and what is arranged.

Can I buy a European horse without travelling?

You can start remotely with videos, records and calls. Without a trial in person you can assess less yourself, so talk with us about your trainer representing you, independent veterinary advice and any open questions before you decide.

Do you work with trainers, stables and international partners?

Yes. We work with riders, owners, trainers, stables and other equestrian professionals. KingHorses is based in Eibergen, the Netherlands, and we value long-term, personal working relationships.

Can we meet at WEF or WEC in Florida in 2027?

Yes. You can request a meeting with Francois in Wellington or Ocala during the winter 2027 season. Tell us your preferred location and dates, and we will confirm a time personally.