Buying a horse...?

Question

I just recently got back into riding, but I plan on buying a horse in the near future. Does anyone have a favorite breed they like? I ride English in the northeastern US. Any other tips would be appreciated. Thanks!

Okay, I have a trainer who is going to help me chose a horse; I just was curious to know what kinds of horses people liked and why. Obviously, if I find a horse that isn't my pet breed, but he's is perfect, I'll get him.
I plan on jumping this horse, and doing some small shows. And my trainer recommends a horse about 16 hands high.

Answer 1

I'm happy you are able to get back into riding, doesn't it feel good? I've had many breeds of horses; standardbred, appendix, missouri fox trotter, welsh pony/arabian mix, thoroughbred but by far the best tempered and nicest is my quarter horse. I love her.

Answer 2

its not the breed that matters.....its the horse-age,size, personality, health... any breed can be a English horse...... quarters are easy to train and are breed to do just about anything. t-breds and Arabians are bred for long distance and can out last other horses for long distances for trails, racing...ect...i warn u.... both the t-bred and Arabian can easily be ruined... they are more sensitive to things like being hit.... but they are both wonderful breeds, just be careful when buying one because u dont know what the previous owner has done to it(but that goes for any horse). i have a t-bred and use to own a Arabian-they are both excellent for English. make sure u ride the horse a few times before u buy so u know if its the horse for u. good luck.... u also might wanna have a trainer or someone that is experienced go with u when u look at a horse(weather u r expert or not, its good to have someone else along to help make sure its a good, healthy, sound horse). dont think just cause certain breeds are more sensitive to things dont mean they cant be very wonderful horses... its all in how they are trained and handled..... good luck

Answer 3

Don't limit yourself to a breed when horse shopping! I did that when looking for a horse, I would only look at thoroughbreds, but I ended up with a quarter horse! Besides you can always decide which breed you prefer by trying them out on your search!

Hm.. and if you're in the northeastern US... I happen to have an amazing english quarter horse mare for sale... ;) ;)

Answer 4

If you are going to buy a horse soon, buy one that suits your needs and you are comfortable with regardless of the breed. Each horse is an individual, with a unique personality, so it's hard to say what breed is best. Buy something safe and reliable, that you can still grow with. You don't want to outgrow your horse within the first year, so I would suggest getting something that will still challenge you, but well trained, not green.

Answer 5

I have trained in nearly every discipline of riding for years. My family raised and bred Quater Horses and I loved the breed for their versatility, level head and temperment. But I started riding at 4 and started with Hunter Jumpers. Once I got into 3 day eventing I needed a horse with some height. The Warmbloods are great horses and excellent for jumping, dressage and cross country. My first horse was a Trakener from Germany and she was excellent. But recently I fell in love with the "sport horses". I love the Friesian breed they are simply magnificant and when crossed with a "jumper" breed they are the greatest.
It really depends what you want to do and what your prefenences are. Friesians are extremely expensive and are rare but the the Friesian Sport Horses are not priced as high as the pure bred. The Friesian bred is from the Netherlands and has to be pure black. The Netherland regisrty still holds a tight grip on the breeding so the breed remains pure. But if you want a great even tempered, unique gaited, beautiful animal that would be the way to go.

Answer 6

The most versitile breed of horse I've ever had is an Arabian. They love humans and relish that contact. They are very intelligent and excel in any discipline- even western events such as reined cow horse. If you were to choose a horse to give you confidence and one that has beauty and grace- I'd go with an Arabian.

Answer 7

you definetly want to look at more than just breed. many different breeds of horse can do many different things, its not just breed specific. talk to your trainer about what kind of horse you need.

You need to regard things like temperament, health, age, & training when purchasing a horse. Be thorough on your research on a particular horse. if you find one you like, see if you can ride it more than just once. & when it comes to the vet check, use a vet of your choosing, & go for x-rays! they can help you avoid a more expensive problem in the future.

Just don't be in a rush to go out & buy the first horse you see.

(c: good luck!!!

Answer 8

It's best for you to base your decision on more than just a "breed"- look at several different horses and go for what you want in a discipline (dressage? jumping?) and use; and, more importantly, you need to find a horse that is suitable for your riding level and personality.

Answer 9

Dont look for breeds- look for individuals. Look for a longer lankier horse for english (unless you are doing dressage- then a heavier build is good).
Look for good flowing easy uphill movement at all gaits, good confirmation. Look for a horse that you can feel comfortable on and is eager and willing.
Personally, I like hanoverians and draftcrosses, but every breed has it's good and bad sides.

Answer 10

I had a thoroughbred/quarter horse appendix. It was a great horse! He was a nice size, a nice mover, a cute jumper, a good trail horse, and had nice manners.

He had all the calm characteristics of the Quarter Horse and the beauty and grace of the Thoroughbred.