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Hi everyone! I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this question, but I'll give it a shot. I'e been making plans to finally get my own horse withint the next few years (want to go to school to learn more about them first) and I had been planning on getting a mustang foal from Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary, but after several reoccuring dreams, i'm not sure that's the best idea anymore. I mean, it's been almost 10 years since I even ridden and it's been almost 20 since i've cared for a horse. So my question is this....what is a good breed of horse for a beginner? Sorry about the prelude story to the question, it's how I talk. Hope it didn't annoy anyone.
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First off, I would not say that is a dumb question, second, it as not as much the breed as the age. I'd say you want to start off with a gentle senior horse. I made themistake of getting a rambunctious young'n... But We love each other all the same! ^^
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Here's my two cents worth. Before thinking about what breed of horse think about abilities. Not just your riding abilities but your ability to buy your horse over every year in care and boarding costs. The initial cost of any horse you may buy needs to be based on your level of skill. Of course you will pay a higher price for a horse that is well trained. Sometimes you can pick up a horse that someone is selling in order to upgrade and get a really good deal. As far as breeds go most generic quarter horses have mild dispositions. For a few more dollars Morgans are hard to beat. If you have your heart set on a horse because of color most popular ones sell higher as well. Just a few things...so many more. |
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I dont consider any question dumb.
For my two cents worth, minus taxes, I would suggest going to different places that sell horses in your area, and then letting the horse pick you. :)
Sounds silly I know, but if you give it a try, and look long enough, he will find you.
The advice from Colorancher is perfect. Listen to him, and you wont go wrong. :)
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| POSTED BY: KellyHB1 on 06/04/2008 11:49:05 |
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Boy, everyone has such great ideas! I agree, if you get a nice calm horse, then you can gain the confidence and experience you need to really enjoy the equine experience. If you get something that is really young and untrained, then you might be intimidated and develop fears . I started out with an old faithful dead broke quarter horse. He took great care of me and then I got the skills and confidence I needed to "advance" up to horses that were more spirited! I ride Arabians now and love them! (When I had my quarter horse I thought Arabians were flighty and unpredictable; it was just my experience level!) |
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nope not silly at all...........here is my 2cents LOL Find a stable around your area that offers riding lessons....find a trainer you trust or that you can get some recommendations for. Take riding lessons. Get yourself back into the groove of riding and taking care of horses. Secondly, after you have ridden for a while again, see about leasing a horse. You have the responsibility of horse ownership without actually owning the horse. That way if things dont work out for whatever reason, you will not be stuck trying to sell a horse. Thirdly, if you are able to lease, maybe you can try out different breeds to lease. That way you won't be biased in your search for your new horse. Also, think about what discipline you want to persue. Do you just want a good trail horse? Do you want to jump? Dressage? Western???? While taking lessons, try different disciplines too...see what suits you and your lifestyle. I personally love the MFT's. They are one of the best natured big horses I have ever dealt with. But, the gaited horses are a different ball of wax in the horse world. Good luck in your search!
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When I was a kid, my neighbor had several mustangs, which might explain why I'm so stuck on that particular breed. I've worked with "wild" horses before (waaaaaay back in 1998) and I loved every minuet of it, so the training issue isn't too much of a problem. I love kawayomanna's idea of leasing....I'll have to see if we even have any stables around here any more. When I went looking last weekend, I couldn't find any that were less than 200 miles away, but maybe I was looking in the wrong places. Our phone books are nortorious for not listing all the businesses. The only horses I'm actually afraid of are minis, but that's because i was "kidnapped" by one when i was 6. Apparently she didn't want me riding her so she took off through a vacant lot next to our house and tried to scrape me off on every tree we came across. As for what discipline.....oh, geeze that's a tough question. I honestly have no idea. I've only ever ridden western, but I think I'd like to try english (to at least see what it's about) I wanted to try when I was younger but couldn't get past how I looked in the pants (I was a FAT kid and tight pants were a definate no-no) Thanks so much for the advice everyone!
PS What's an MFT?
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ruh rohhhhhhhhhhhhh since I have 12 minis LOL I use mine in therapy work though MFT=Missouri Foxtrotter
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Try a few other sources other than a phone book. Ask at your local large animal vet's office. Check out bulletin boards at feed or tack stores. Even if a person doesn't advertise they lease horses, they may or even know someone that does. Word of mouth works wonders sometimes and weeds out a few of the bad apples along the way.
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Sorry with your experience with the minis, I raise them and my place is called Dream Catcher Minis. Ironic huh? I agree with the crowd on the older dead broke horse. If you are just getting started back you don't want to get your confidence crushed with a not so trained green horse. Leasing is a great option too, one of my daughters friends does that and it is working out great for her. Anyway I wish you luck. |
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