Monday, June 29, 2009

Choosing A Horse

Choosing the right horse to fit your needs is an important decision. When researching a horse to buy you should pay particular attention to characteristics of the breed. The cost of buying a horse not suited for your needs can be very unforgiving. Therefore, before selecting an individual horse you should first ask yourself a few basic questions.

• Why do I want or need a horse?
• What do I want to use this horse for?
• What qualities am I looking for?
• How much do I know about this breed?
• Do I need more information?

Owning a horse requires both time and commitment. And remember a lot more goes into owning and caring for a horse than you might think. Save yourself a lot of time and frustration by doing some basic research. Knowing the type of horse you want before going to look will eliminate a great deal of stress.


Here are some links for more information:

Horse Breeds:

http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/
The New Guide to Horse Breeds: The Complete Reference to Horse and Pony Breeds of the World

Horse Activities:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equestrianism

Horse Knowledge:

The Whole Horse Catalog: The Complete Guide to Buying, Stabling and Stable Management, Equine Health, Tack, Rider Apparel, Equestrian Activities and Organizations...and ... Else a Horse Owner and Rider Will Ever Need

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