If you’ve had horses before you might already have an idea about the kind of build and temperament you’re looking for in a horse. Otherwise, you’ll want to get a calm and collected horse, a little older, with more experience and ready to ride. Be sure to test in various …
Buying your horse at auction, pt 2: Once you get to the auction, do your legwork
Because you don’t want to see your new horse for the first time in the sales ring, it’s a good idea to arrive at the auction early. Ideally, that means early in the morning when most sellers arrive with their horses. It’s the perfect time to get a look at …
Buying your horse at auction, pt 1: Prepare before you go for the first time
The Big Dream is to have a horse that’s your special friend, your cuddly pal. Over the years, I’ve learned that it isn’t necessarily always your own horse because you can form some wonderful relationships with other people’s horses, but I don’t know a single horse-crazed kid who doesn’t dream …