So, I went to try out a new horse tonight. Might have been a mistake, because I kinda like him.
He's a bay paint, just under 15hh. Sweet and quiet and sensible. Just what I need.
Oh, why can't I have just a bit more money???
I have the money to buy him - he is very reasonably priced, it's paying board for two horses that has me all choked up. I pay a very reasonable price, but when you start multiplying everything by 2, it adds up.
My current horse, Jackson, is for sale, but in this over-saturated market, it could take a few months to sell.
The "almost-funny-but-not-quite" thing about this whole situation is that in 2 weeks from now we will know about my husband's job situation. If it's good news, I buy 2 horses, no problem, if it's bad news, it's an easy decision to not buy the 2nd horse.
Maybe I'll get lucky and the new guy - Hawk (cool name even) won't sell before then and I'll have a bit of time to work things out...
Has anyone else bought a new horse recently? How do you know for sure if it's the right match???
*sigh*
Maybe I should take up knitting instead...
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It's so tempting to fall for a horse. And they are so much easier to buy than to sell. I'd suggest that you seek a second opinion from an experienced person, and consider having the horse vetted to see whether there are underlying problems. If he is good, the vendor won't object. If there is anything whatsoever amiss with his feet or legs, don't buy. Ride him more than once, to get a good feel for him, and try to make an "unexpected" visit to see him when he hasn't been prepared for you. Find out why he is for sale, and see whether the "reason" makes sense. Consider his age, experience, and working life ahead. Is he safe in traffic and sensible for the farrier? Do you need to buy new tack for him?
If you cannot readily sell your other horse, you could consider putting him out on loan until the market improves.
These are just my opinions, however I hope that they are helpful.
Thanks for the comment and helpful tips!
I have just arranged for an experienced friend to come out and see him this week. Luckily the seller is a very reputable local trainer, so I don't have to worry about any shady dealings.
I feel for you! I have a horse that I plan to be selling soon. We're just not the right fit for each other. I have him at a friend's place (she's putting miles on him to get him back in shape to sell)
Like you I have picked out a few horses to look at. Still, I need to sell mine before I can buy a new one.
Hi there, here you are!
Any update on the situation? Well I hope you get the horse, I am not always that financially sound and would most likely go for the horse the second I got the go ahead from hubby then hoped to heck the other horse sold fast.
I just bought my first horse several months ago. I was taking lessons at a Lesson Barn and this pretty mare was for sale.
She was a bit more than what I had budgeted for, but I also knew from riding and handling her that she seemed to be a good fit for me.
I like her temperament and that she seems to trust me. She's also teaching me how to be a better rider since she's a been-there-done-that kind of horse.
It wasn't love at first sight, though. She needed a couple months to settle in, which was fine because it was a cold winter up here. Lots of time for us to spend time together and bond.
Now she is working her way into my heart each day.
I think it takes time no matter which way you look at it.
Maybe some folks can force it to work out quicker or just give up and keep looking. But if the horse's good foundation is there it probably works out to be a better fit.
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