Derwentside Bullseye is my rising 4-y-o cob gelding who I have owned for a few months now. He isthe most fantastic horse I have had and was, for me, my last chance with horses. Kelly riding Bullseye for the first time Buying my first horse My first horse was a big 16.2hh bay TB x […]
Buying a Horse
Buying a horse or pony involves important decisions. You need to consider carefully what you would like to do with it – whether it is just for fun or for competitions – you need to know how much you are willing to spend and also where you are going to keep it. With all the excitement that comes with buying a new horse, first time buyers often don’t take into consideration how much it costs to keep a horse. Remember that after you have paid for the horse, the expensive part of stabling it and caring for it is only just beginning.
Conformation, Top Ten Owner’s Expenses, Tips for Buying, Mileage.
When looking for a new horse, it’s important to recognize horse buying red flags that sellers often try to hide behind clever wording. Ever seen phrases like “a little green” or “just needs a confident rider” in ads? They don’t always mean what you think. Some horses require much more training than advertised, while others […]
Hello, I’m Matilda and I’m 12 and I’ve just got my first pony, a New Forest mare called Lucy. I started riding when I was either four or five, and have wanted a pony ever since one! I never dreamed I would get one though. I’ve ridden at quite a few stables, riding in the arena and out on hacks, therefore gaining quite a lot of experience, and for the last year I’ve ridden Lucy – a friend in the village’s 14 year old pony – and looked after her a bit.
Buying a horse or pony involves important decisions. You need to consider carefully what you would like to do with it – whether it is just for fun or for competitions – you need to know how much you are willing to spend and also where you are going to keep it. With all the […]