Horse Shopping

Weanling performance horse prospects walk in single file through a pasture

By Jennifer Forsberg Meyer
Jan 24, 2019

Finding Mr. (or Ms.) Right can be frustrating. But the 11 tips I’ll give you here will help you avoid some of the mistakes I’ve made when buying horses.

By Bob Avila
Aug 28, 2018

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By Jennifer Forsberg Meyer
Nov 17, 2017

Color-blindness is only one of many mistakes people make when horse shopping. A pretty color, as with this palomino mare, only matters if she meets other criteria on your shopping list.

By Bob Avila
Jun 16, 2016

Credit: Photo illustration by Carol Ybarra from a Jennifer Paulson image

By Jennifer Forsberg Meyer
Apr 18, 2016

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By HorseRider
Apr 5, 2016

Credit: H&R file photo “Will he suit my riding goals?” is one of seven key questions to ask yourself about a potential purchase. So if competing in trail is what you hope to do with your new horse, make sure your test ride includes plenty of trail obstacles.

By Clinton Anderson
Oct 26, 2015

The ideal prospect has something special about his look that says “show horse.” It’s difficult to define, but I know it when I see it.

By Bob Avila
Aug 20, 2015

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