What all would i need to get ready for my first horse?
I’m planning on getting a horse, I would like to know what breed(s) of horses would be good for a first timer like me? I’ve ridden English saddle and i love it, which breed of horse would be good with that too? And also, what would sum up all of the costs in preparing for all the necessities in getting a horse?
You want a horse that is older for your first horse. Eight years or older. Make sure the horse is very well broke and trained in English riding. Also make sure it has a calm disposition. I would suggest boarding if it is your first horse so you can get used to everything that comes with owning a horse. At the least you will need a saddle, bridle with a bit, cinch, brushes, hoof pick, halter and lead rope. Those are just the necessities that I started with when I bought my first horse. You can always buy more stuff later.
Here is a good site that will help: http://www.alphahorse.com/cost-horse.html
The link is a very basic breakdown of cost. As for the breed, it doesn’t really matter. You should get a horse that is at the level you need it to be in terms of your own experience and what you plan to do.
You can ride nearly any breed of horse in English. But the horse has to be made for english riding. Look for a horse that is a bit quicker gaited than a western pleasure horse. One that will tuck it’s neck a bit at your command. It also depends on what type of english you’re doing. Saddleseat, i’d say a saddlebred or morgan. English pleasure i’d say quarter horse. It mostly depends on the horse not the breed. For example, right now i’m riding my Clydesdale in saddlseat and have placed 2 out of 25 against all light horses with him.
buying the horse is the cheapest thing you do. Alot depends on the area you live in, where you’re keeping your horse, ect. Boarding at my house is like… $215 for complete care or something like that a month. So it’s about…$4 dollars a day to feed a horse. I’m just guessing though
Most breeds work for english riding, but my favorite is the thoroughbred. quarter horses are nice too.
the costs would depend on where you are and how much you CHOOSE to spend.
for me;
horse; $4300
board; $275/monthly
trimming/clipping; about $70 every few months
vaccinations & worming; $50 yearly
show jacket; $100
boots; $250
3 pairs of breeches; $125
show breeches; $75
english saddle; $650
bridle; $150
pads; $45
grooming kit; $60
medications; $100
haletr/ lead line; $55
girth; $90
TOTAL: $6395
but having a horse to be able to ride is priceless!!!
make sure you find a nice stable with a suitable environment.