What kind of horse should I get?

Question

I'm a beginner, have only been riding half a year.I really like this one Arabian horse, but I don't know if I'm ready for it or not. Are they good horses?

Answer 1

The most important thing is to buy a horse you feel comfortable and safe on, breed does not matter. Since you've only been riding for 6 months, I'd look to lease a horse before buying one. It may feel like you've been riding a long time, but if you wait a year or two you may figure out whether you want to ride english or western, and even get more specific, like jumping, hunters, dressage, western pleasure, or barrel racing. Then you can get a horse more suited to what you want to do.

Like any breed, there are good arabians and there are crazy arabians. If you feel comfortable on the horse and your trainer approves, then it will probably be ok. Don't get him just because he's pretty, get him because he'll be safe and sound. Good Luck.

Answer 2

Yes, Arabians are good horses. Their reputation for being high spirited, is totally false. They are extremely smart horses.

A 16 y/o broodmare that I broke learned leg queues faster than any other horse I've every trained. With in 2 weeks of my first ride on her I was riding her down the trail.

With out further information about this specific horse I could not recommend weather it would be right for you or not. With you being a beginner I would suggest that you take a knowledgeable horse person with you to talk to this horses owner. A knowledgeable horse person will be able to pick up on subtle things that you might miss. Also, ride the horse before you buy it. Ask if you can have a 30 trial of the horse, in which you can take the horse to your barn and try it. You will have to pay for the horse up front probably, but at the end of 30 days if you are not satisfied with it you have an agreement where you can return the horse and get your money back. Then you can continue your search.

Good luck finding a suitable horse for you. Whatever you find, I hope you find a good one.

GentleHands

Answer 3

Since you are just beginning find something that will take you every where and leave you no where. Maybe an older thoroughbred ( i have one). Quiet TBs are so sweet. The only thing mine doesn't like is a pinto mini behind my riding pasture. If you can find a quiet nice thoroughbred they are the best horses to own (in my opinion). If you don't like TBs Paints are always good to. My relative has a paint filly who is super sweet and quiet at 2!!! Ask a trainer to help you look around because you might not know everything to ask. Arabians are terrific horses but be sure it hasn't been turned sour by bad training. My friend's grandparents have an Arabian stallion that is so easy to handle that they take it to a week long show with mares and he is fine. Of course he gets a little excited but he wouldn't hurt any body. So I guess what I'm trying to say is it depends on what you like.

Answer 4

The type of horse you should get depends on you and your preference. Do you want a horse or a pony, how tall, the weight, the age. Somebody making a decision for you won't work. You have got to figure out what is best for you. Also choosing the type of horse you want will never and up. I wanted a nice pretty much push button pony but ended up with a challenging gelding that spooks for fun and thinks crow hopping is a sport. To find the horse for you you have to look at the market and take and experienced horse person with you when you see maybe horses. You have to consider the questions of what horse really want and imply them to the horse your looking at. A common fault people make is not hurting the seller by saying the horse is really nice and convincing yourself that it was when your first thought was no way. Video tape your horse and then take it home and watch the horse, see it move and find little details and flaws that make it not the horse you want or the definite horse you want.
Arabians themselves are a good breed, the horse themself is a different matter. Consider that horse's personality and gaits.

Answer 5

Although Arabians are very beautiful, they do have a reputation for being high spirited. This has been the case in my expierence with them. When shopping for a horse you need to be clear to the seller that you are a beginner and need something suitable for you. I hate to say it, but there are alot of dishonest horse traders out there, so buyer beware. If you have someone expierenced you know take them along. Get their opionion. Besides the obvious questions like age, bloodline and training I have listed some questions I always ask before buying:
-Is the horse good with it's feet ?(meaning can it be shod without hurting someone)
-Is it current on all vacanations?
-What bit is it most use to?
-Does it load in ANY type of trailer?
-Does it have any bad habits?
-What the horse is capable of (does it do trails, gymkana etc)
-Does this horse do well with other horses?

I hope that this helps some. Horses are proof that God wants us happy!

Answer 6

I wouldn't recommend an arabian for a beginner unless it's 12 years or older. That's when they grow their brain and become the great horses people talk about

Answer 7

why don't you know if your ready for any type of horse if you've been ridding for half a year. Arabs are great horses but what kind of horse you should get is a choice only you can answer. What are you going to do, how are you going to use your horse, trial? pleasure, rodeo, show? hunting/jumping? see where I'm going with this and the big question...are you ready to be responsible enough to own a horse? Good Luck to you and welcome to the horse world. :)

Answer 8

Arabians are good breeds but for a begging rider i would not suggest them.they have a atittud that you may not be able to handle.i would know i have a ranch with 25 horses and i love them.if you realy like the horse make sure you ride her for awail and see how she does and if there are any problems with her prancing,bolting or not doing what you ask you SHOULD NOT buy her goo luck and have fun with any horse you get!!!!!!!!