I am an excellent rider. From the first time I rode one, I new every move it would make and i could control it to every possible turn and slide. But, I want a challenge. A horse that I can play with and has spunk, so Im considering a really down to earth, one of a kind stallion. SHould I? I will have the help of a trainer!
2007-03-18 04:53:36 · 11 answers · asked by Taylurr Babee. 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
you were not an expert the first time you road i don't care what you say. in fact i think there is some horseman law out there that says you can not say you ride until you have fallen off at least a four times. if you want spunk go for an Arabian of some other high strung breed not a Stalin. it can be hard to find a place to keep one and you will not be able to ride with other people. if you get an untrained horse you should get a trainer. have some one help you with the first horse.
2007-03-20 17:31:48 · answer #1 · answered by faber_is_a_horse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you seem to have such a high opinion of yourself and abilities, then why are you even bother to ask questions? You said it your self that you are an "excellent rider". So go buy a stallion, get your excellent butt dumped off and then come back and tell everyone how great a rider you are. More than likely you are a beginner on a dead broke horse and have watched way to many movies where the stallion is tamed by a child. NOT IN THE REAL WORLD. I have seen stallions turn and attack trainers that have handled them all their lives. AND if your trainer was worth anything, they would tell you the same thing. You sound just like a lot of my spoiled little students. Didn't fall off the first time, so you are now ready for the big time.
2007-03-18 22:26:34 · answer #2 · answered by Paint Pony 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't like seeing anyone without years of training and experience working with a stallion. These horses can be aggressive, unpredictable, and difficult to ride at shows or in the company of mares. If you have the depth of experience required, they can be great mounts. But I've seen intermediate and even some fairly advanced riders seriously over-horsed with stallions.
If you're looking for a challenge and are willing to work with a trainer, you may want to consider an off track Thoroughbred or a young horse as a training project (assuming you're at least an advanced-intermediate rider). These horses can be quite rewarding to school, and working with them provides more experience so that one day you can move on to more advanced horses. But if you've only been riding a few years, you should really stick to horses that are trained. You can find ones with spunk or mild behavioral issues to provide a challenge, but don't rush in and buy a very green horse if you can't handle it. Thinking you're a good rider and knowing you're a good trainer are totally different. If you've never worked with young or green horses before, you should try to work with a trainer and get some miles with these more challenging mounts before you invest in a training project horse.
2007-03-18 22:46:35 · answer #3 · answered by ap1188 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are considering a stallion just because they are a challenge, you should step back and have a look to see how much horse sense you really have.
That aside.
If you are interested in a challenge and since you have the help of a trainer, I would suggest getting an unbroke 2 or 3 year old. Breaking it yourself would pose a good challenge and when you were done you would have a horse you would know inside and out. You can teach it whatever you want and with a trainer there to give you advice it would be a good learning experience. An unbroke horse would also be a lot cheaper than a Stallion. As long as you take the advice of your trainer, breaking your own horse would be a suitable challenge.
2007-03-18 20:40:32 · answer #4 · answered by abbracadabra 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even the best riders have room for approvment so saying that you're good doesn't really help us understand what level you are at and how much experiance you have. I think a nice challenge would be an arabian or off the track thoroughbred. Not all of them are hot tempered but these breeds are known to be. If you have been in complete control since day 1 I am going to guess that you have only ridden push button school horse. Maybe have maybe you haven't but school horses are much different. Talk to your trainer and see what she thinks.
best wishes!
2007-03-19 17:34:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you feel like you are experienced enough and your trainer feels the same-- then i see why not... but you have to think of the consequences of buying a true blue stallion.
They are UNpredictable, and can cause seriouse damage to fences, you or others! When a mare is around and in heat you have to be very careful because a stallion will go crazy to get to her. Essentially they can be very dangerous, and i understand that you want a horse with spunk but i have no doubts that sooner or later you will be begging for your stallion to be gelded!
Instead of trying for a stallion, why not get a good rescue horse with a lot of potential! It would be a fun and great project, because a lot of rescue horses are very skittish and have trust issues, you could work to build up trust with the animal and then break it in.... It would feel so great to know that you have saved a life and helped build up its trust in mankind and make it rideable. You could try and turn this horse into a great showhorse! It feels great when you have started from the very beginning, and the bond with you and this animal would be INCREDIBLE. I think that's the way to go if you want more challenge. Because you would not only be challenged physically but emotionally and it would help you better connect with the horse.
GOOD LUCK, and if you need any more help or have any questions you can contact my equine help hotline by adding Equine Help 101 to your buddy list!
2007-03-18 12:05:37 · answer #6 · answered by Sarah C- Equine Help 101 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you shouldn't because owning a stallion is more than just a challenging ride. You have to deal with a stallion who is constantly interested in other mare and fillies.
How about you get a rescue horse, or a "problem" horse, or even just a hyper horse? Any of these will prove a challenge, and even geldings and mares can be VERY hard to handle!
2007-03-18 12:47:40 · answer #7 · answered by Dressage Girl 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i recommend taking either a high strung gelding or mare. Stallions are much harder to ride and if trained wrong, there goes your chances. Stallions are also much more prone to fight with others, and are difficult to handle. There are spunky mares and geldings, so look around first. You could also get a younger horse. They have PLENTY of spunk! If you get a too high strung horse, they can get hurt or end up bossing everyone around and not respecting you. If you end up getting a stallion, geld it. It will act the same except be calmer and more willing to obey.
Have fun!
2007-03-18 12:07:24 · answer #8 · answered by Sunray1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
were u on a deadbroke lesson horse? i dont think there is such a think as an exellent rider, every horse has its own tricks and unless u have ridden every single horse, you arent gonna know it all
2007-03-18 17:48:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i'm a ride rider to but got bucked off ahore one weekend
2007-03-18 11:57:11 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋