Buying Trail Horse

Buy a horse, they said. It will be fun, they said. The happiness that comes from owning and riding horses is undeniable, it’s true. But hey—we need to consider the challenges, as well.

Save yourself trouble and heartache by learning from the eight horse-buying mistakes I see buyers make all too often.

If you aren’t gifted with the Midas touch when it comes to horse shopping, Pat Parelli offers tips to ensure that your next purchase fits the bill.

You know what you're looking for in a dream trail horse, you just need to locate him. Here are six great places to start your search.