Useful Advice On Buying Your First Horse

When searching for horses for sale, there are a few factors which are worth thinking about to make the buying process run smoothly, and to make sure you end up with your perfect horse.

• No horse is perfect – just make sure that the one you buy has issues that you can put up with and that won’t lessen your enjoyment.
• Bring an experienced rider with you, someone who is aware of your capabilities and weaknesses. Ideally take someone experienced who is able to spot lameness or illness. Or even your instructor who can tell if the chosen horse is right for the way you ride – your level of skill and confidence.
• Check any relevant papers and passport.  Remember the passport is not proof that your chosen horse is actually owned by the seller so ask if there is a receipt as proof of purchase. It is unlwful to buy or sell a horse minus a passport.
• Ask if all innoculations are current. A new course of vaccinations can be expensive and can take months to come into effect if you wish to compete.  It will not go down well moving a horse to a new horse if it brings illness along as well.
• Once you’ve chosen you new horse, engage a qualified vet to perform out the most thorough check that you can afford. Do not let your heart rule your head or be forced into purchasing if you believe you need the horse looked at by your vet.
• If possible watch your chosen horse or pony carrying out the tasks you would like it to do. Reschooling a horse adds a considerable amount to the total cost if you aren’t in a position to do this yourself.
• Try to negotiate a test period in which the horse can be sent back if it does not suit.
• Make sure you are realistic when buying a young horse, ask yourself if you have the necessary knowledge to bring it on. Another thought is that, a more mature horse may just have the character and maturity to build your confidence and help you learn you the ropes.
• Don’t feel you have to buy the first horse you see and don’t be pressurised by the multitudes of other people that are waiting to purchase the horse if you don’t – more than likely this is just a ploy to rush you into an impulse purchase. Take your time when buying a horse.
• As soon as the sale is agreed make sure you insure the horse before you moved it to its new home.  Most injuries occur during transit or settling a new horse into a new yard with new companions.
• Trust your instinct – if you believe the vendor is concealing something from you then the likelyhood is they are.
• Remember that your horse is a huge investment of both time and money – so make sure you have considered a budget for every future expense that you will encounter.

Finally, enjoy your new horse and enjoy many hours horse riding together! Click here to find horses for sale online!