im loking for a horse. where should i look, what breed should i get.
2006-11-04 04:26:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
www.equinehits.com and www.horsetopia.com are both good searches; and for what breed, that really depends on what you are planning on doing with the horse, but if your not sure, a quarter horse is very veritile.
2006-11-04 05:14:30 · answer #1 · answered by nique_que 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest looking in your local newspaper classifieds to find one. You should go and right it a few times to really get a good feel for it. If you are a begginer, I would suggest going with an older horse. A younger horse is more likely to give you problems. I love Quarter Horses, but we all have a favorite! It really depends on what you are going to be using this horse for. We run a lot of cattle, so the QH's fit us. There are tons of classifieds on the web you can look also. Ask lots of questions! I would not suggest buying one that is going through a sale ring. You can run into people drugging them so they look awfully sweet but may be crazy when you get them home.
We do not have anyone that gives lessons around here. When I was 2 or 3 I was pretty much thrown up on a horse every day. It takes a lot of practice. Good luck to you! They are lots of fun! And a lot of work!
2006-11-04 11:07:15 · answer #2 · answered by wooohoo12 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on what you want to do and your level of riding skill. If you're a beginner get an older horse that has been ridden quite a bit, you can learn a lot from one. Breed really doesn't matter unless you want to show in a Breed Association show. I prefer paints & Quarter horses, but other breeds can be just as handy and easy going. Find a breeder or trainer with a good reputation to help you out. Whatever you do, DON"T go to a sale barn, buy from a private breeder or owner. And if you're spending more than $2000 get a vet to do a vet check before buying.
2006-11-04 07:21:29 · answer #3 · answered by matakibud 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on what you're looking for. Also if you're a beginner i would take lessons for a little while longer and then lease then after you've done a test run by leasing a horse I would buy. But if you're advanced and have already leased or have been taking lessons for a while then you can look at yahoo pets or equine.com.
2006-11-04 05:57:15 · answer #4 · answered by STF11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go around to local riding stables and get their opinion. I would depend on your skill level. If you are a beginner I'd recommend putting of buying one and just take lessons for a bit first. Just to see how you can handle the responsibility. and think about if you can afford the cost (boarding, feed, vet bills, equipment, etc) of having a horse
2006-11-04 04:31:24 · answer #5 · answered by gitana_diosa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i riding stable, dream horse.com the classifieds. but becare full when buy ing a horse..and what breed if you are a begginer i would say a 8 to 10 year old quarter horse. if you are a good rider i would say a young quarter or a arabain..i have a arab quarter cross.. and she is great..
2006-11-04 06:05:14 · answer #6 · answered by i love my son wyatt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local stables and look into lessons and leasing before buying. That way you can "test drive" several until you find what you are compatible with.
2006-11-04 05:21:18 · answer #7 · answered by CHill 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out this site.
http://www.suite101.com/lesson.cfm/18680/2118/3
2006-11-04 04:31:21 · answer #8 · answered by pleeks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
e-mail me:
crazybout_connor@yahoo.ca
OR
aussie_canadien@hotmail.com
2006-11-04 07:33:39 · answer #9 · answered by koda! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋