Taking riding lessons is a great way to introduce yourself to the world of horses But before you rush out to the first stables listed in the classifieds section there are a few things you should know

Is keeping a horse at home right for you As more people move to the outskirts of town, many consider keeping horses at home

One of the nicest ways to bond with your horse is to spend time grooming him While sometimes it is ok to just give your horse a quick dust-off before you ride, every so often you should spend some extra time with him just getting to know him as you groom

With the current horse market in a state of flux there are more and more horses being offered for very low prices and even for free But when looking to purchase a horse it is important to understand that there is no such thing as a free horse

Trying to sell a horse in the current market is a big challenge One thing that can make or break a sale is a good quality photo

As we know there are many horse rescues in operation, both good and bad It can be difficult to know whether a rescue is suitable for placing your older or unsound horse

While owning a riding a horse is a wonderful experience in itself, most riders eventually feel the urge to take their horse out into the world of horse showing Showing is a wonderful way to challenge yourself and your horse and to get a chance to compare yourself to others in the same discipline

When you have babies around the farm it is sometimes hard to leave them alone and wait until they are old enough to start under saddle training Fortunately there are other things that you can do with your young horses to keep you busy and to prepare them for their future

When you have horses for sale you will inevitably have clients out to see your horse in person If you have not had much experience in buying and selling horses, it is hard to know how best to present your horse to bring out his best characteristics for the clients