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Where's a good place to buy a horse?

Asked by irishgirly 9 months ago, 6 answers.
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HI!!!
I plan on getting a horse. At my barn there isn't a horse that suits me. Does anybody know of a good site/place that sells good horses for a resonable price? Thanks in advanced

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Answered by sarahhhhh on Oct 11, 2007, 01:36PM
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Well, what are you looking to do? What disciplines?

- Western (general)
- Hunters
- Jumpers
- Equitation
- Eventing
- Dressage

Many things to consider. Do you want a horse that is already fully trained? (MUCH more expensive) or something that is young that you want to bring along (cheaper but needs your constant energy and attention)

Some good websites to browse around on are http://www.equine.com www.horsetopia.com and http://www.dreamhorse.com

DO NOT buy a horse without going to look at it in person

It sounds as though you aren't very experienced. With years of riding different kinds of horses with different attitudes you learn to adjust to ANY horse you ride. So a horse 'not suiting you' never becomes a problem

I would advise finding a local trainer to help you in your search. They can pinpoint good and bad things about the horse you are looking at. ALSO, **VERY IMPORTANT** - get a pre-purchase exam by a GOOD VET. Make sure they do thorough x-rays of the horse's legs, hooves, and spine. A complete examination is CRUCIAL if you want to keep this horse for very long. Also do a blood test to make sure the seller isn't pumping it full of drugs and BELIEVE ME it happens way more than you think.

Funmail me, I have been involved in 'A' circuit horseshowing for almost 15 years now. I can really help you out.

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Answered by reona1997 on Oct 12, 2007, 10:25PM
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Well Google, Yahoo, you can always search at there. And a place for buying a horse...um...I think a barn, not your barn, somebody elses barn and see if they are selling horses

Answered by mrscobainx3 on Oct 13, 2007, 09:23AM
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The News paper,theres alwas people selling in th Want Adds
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Answered by iamsamx4 on Oct 16, 2007, 10:14PM
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Good advice from all, If you have a friend who has experience with Horses, ask them to go with you. When I bought my Horses, I actually requested (with a deposit) they come and stay at my place for the weekend, then had the Vet check them out. Was able to ride them over the weekend, observe them, eating habits, the good, bad and ugly! This way as Sarah said, for those who ace (drug) the animal, it will wear off.

You also get to see them under some stress. Outside of their element or comfort zone, and can tell you a lot about the Horses temperment. Trust me, if they want to sell, they will agree. There is a saying among horse owners. 'horse poor' Horses are costly pets! Between tack, vet bills, feed, transportation lessons, etc. They cost a lot.

Answered by ashllygirl on Mar 25, 2008, 10:59AM
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YOU SHOULD GO TO http://www.EquineHits.com OVER1,000,000,000 HORSES ARE FOR SALE OR FREE

Answered by shadowfax1300 on Mar 27, 2008, 01:27AM
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I agree with all people above.
http://www.dreamhorse.com
but you REALLY REALLY need to have someone who is horse savy and you really trust to help you with your selection. The horse market is tough, and if you end up with a horse that you don't like, it is time consuming and expensive and just plain a HUGE hassle to start over. So make sure you do it right the first time.
Good hunting