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Date Posted: 21:28:17 05/03/04 Mon
Author: Julie
Subject: Re: inexperienced rider buying a horse
In reply to: Victoria Brewer 's message, "inexperienced rider buying a horse" on 13:28:19 04/19/04 Mon

Yes, by all means, PLEASE take someone who knows horses to go buy one. "Horse traders" can spot an inexperienced person a mile away and take advantage of them. Never heard of a consultant, but check with your horse-vet, they may be able to refer you to someone, or if you have a boarding stable nearby that has a good reputation, call the owner and they may turn you to the right person. Next, be sure to get something "dead-broke", that has been everywhere, done everything, don't let anyone tell you that the 2 or 3 year old will be perfect for you. The 12 yr. old horse may not be as pretty or athletic as the 3 yr. old, but safety and comfort are your main goal so you can learn at this point in your horsey career. I can't tell you how many times people have bought the 3 yr old horse for their 8 yr. old kid so they can "grow up together". Instant disaster.
Next, make sure you get a vet check on your prospective horse. And make a second visit if at all possible. Unfortunatly, there are those people who will drug a horse to make them calm.
As far as your daughter is concerned, she is a bit small to consider her riding on her own. Would she really be able to stay on if her pony were to spook and jump suddenly? Even if you lead her while you ride yours, you don't have the control. It's up to you, but I would stick to giving her pony rides on yours, or have her ride in front of you once you get a good seat and good control of your horse. Again, when it comes time to buy her a horse, be sure it's old and "dead broke".
E-mail me if you have anymore questions. Good Luck!!!

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  • Re: inexperienced rider buying a horse -- charles martin, 11:13:55 02/17/05 Thu
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