How to Choose Your First Horse! (COMPLETE GUIDE)

Purchasing your first horse can be an exciting but intimidating process. In this video, I share 5 of my best tips for choosing the right horse. You can check out the rest of my tips by going to equinehelper.com/horseselection.
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[@stephaniewindnest1890]

This is so helpful. Why is no one here?

[@panedole]

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[@Delta2320]

Right here dude

[@comradesusiwolf1599]

@@panedole what??

[@Kaileyponysmith5329]

Hello I’m here

[@thorgodofblunder5928]

Cus the algorithm pushes the goofy ai voice videos

[@etglover3924]

Thank you for the tips! Can you please do a “tips for getting your first lease horse” video? I watch all of your videos!

[@cxs-yp6oc]

Thank you for the tips, I have been thinking on it for a while but want things to settle.and learn so much more about these amazing animals. Thanks again. P.s Nice to know your name finally.

[@hunglejewel]

Do you have a horse now??

[@ashlynlagana3571]

So I already have a horse, but she is a companion now because she has tendinitis, and I am unable to ride her. So I'm looking for another horse. Very helpful!

[@samanthabeuth]

Aww i hope your horse is feeling okay!!

[@Jessw697]

Great advice! The only thing I'd add as a caveat is when you pick a horse at your skill level. That only works if you are the only one riding it. I've ridden for years and could handle a pretty advanced horse in ability and hotter temperament, but my husband and kiddos have no experience whatsoever. I'm still going to be the one riding it the most, but I'd like them and their friends to feel comfortable when I take them to the barn. I think another way of looking at it would be a horse that meets of the skill level of not the rider, but what it is expected to do with the rider(s) (ability vs. expectations). I think that's a small, but important thing to keep in mind for those also looking. :) Love your videos. I'm glad I subscribed!

[@athenazam9181]

Thank you so much for the help! Im getting a horse soon! Thanks to your help!!

[@emmaisabelcollins1604]

Iam like thirteen my horse is a andlion probaly didn’t spell it right apllo is dressage this was helpful apllo is getting old so iam getting a new horse so I ended up getting a Appaloosa named posiden he’s a great horse this video helped a lot iam thinking of doing jumping with him and don’t worry iam still riding apllo

[@luvstrucc2131]

Homie by the way your spelling I feel like your five 😭

[@NamasteNidhi]

@@luvstrucc2131 Don't make fun of ppl you should help them if you can but don't tell them they spell like they're 5. I think you mean Andalusian, apollo, and poseidon.

[@Linasfosters]

I might get a horse! My mom doesn't know tho, but she's keeps talking about getting one. I think for sure tho im going to keep taking lessons and then we'll see about it

[@panagiotispoulakis2578]

This is an amazing video thanks for the info

[@stovepipe9er]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@MtnRose]

I am 14, I want a horse, I ride other people's horses, take lessons, I feel I'm ready to buy a horse, but with my busy lifestyle, my mom's busy lifestyle, I should wait till I have a job... as sad as it makes me that I would have to wait about 2 extra years, I think it would be worth it. if you got tips on making owning a horse more flexible that would be nice.

[@MtnRose]

@M D thats quite a paragraph! but I will try then, I am not sure if what I am doing now counts as leasing but my life got busier, I got school, my brother does football practice almost every school day. and I had to quit lessons for him. but now I only ride the mans horses and just ride around and deal with them. dealing with this 15 year old gelding. I mainly ride him and get to deal with his mood swings. tired? tries to buck! scared? reverse walk! trust? what's that? so now I can only focus on the 3 or them horses and deal with their quirks.

[@Emerald_on_p4ws]

I successfully got a nice horse 🐎 🎊 Her name is Misty. She’s Snow White

[@MgtowRubicon]

"You've never known poverty until you've owned a horse." - Car Bumper Sticker

[@violetmartin4050]

I'm the second yay!!!! (Why is nobody here????)

[@Mika-tj3ws]

buying a horse in 3 months!

[@_AvaandAnnie]

I’m looking for a horse (well my twin and I) I am going to try one this week so excited!!!! ( first time buyers)

[@Mika-tj3ws]

@@_AvaandAnnie eee! :D

[@fishbowlliz]

I'm looking to buy a reiner soon!

[@TheDynastyDiamond]

How are you and your horse? :D

[@Mika-tj3ws]

​@@TheDynastyDiamond Going well! Lots of work, but it's so worth it

[@bobithaandkaseyues7785]

I just choked on ice for the 3rd time. I thought you might want to know.

[@dylanedwards7356]

I ride and work for some friends with horses, but I don't own my own horse, does that make me a beginner? I rode the first time when i was 3, and have been working on a farm since I was 8. I like to consider myself as a good rider, I have ridden many different breeds, and I enjoy trail rides quite a lot. The longest trail ride I've gone on was 3 and 1/2 hours. I am really enthusiastic about horse care and riding, since I dont own my own horse, do I still count as a beginner?

[@itsvoltage3796]

You dont have to necessarily own one, it more depends on the experience. The confidence you have and the enthusiasm is good. It just depends what you can do

[@emelinedmx3306]

no it depends on your level

[@gretchenlittlefield7279]

I'm an intermediate rider and 5'9 what breed of horse would be right I'm in need of a horse that can carry 249lbs what should I look for breed wise

[@onyx9917]

I’d say certain warmbloods or draft mixes are a pretty safe bet. I’m also a huge fan of Hanovarians- I love them and they tend to have a bigger build. (I almost bought this beautiful 17’1hh hano with a massive barrel… she was amazing and could def carry that weight easily).

[@mckenziepate8235]

I am going to get my first horse soon and I am so exited but also so scared.

[@Hors3Editz]

Same! Have you gotten your horse yet?

[@mckenziepate8235]

@@Hors3Editz not yet im looking for a good quiet horse but havent found one in my price range

[@kcslifeadeventures5851]

I’m 5 feet 9.5inches what size horse is best for me?

[@sotheac669]

I’m the third!!! Lol

[@emmaisabelcollins1604]

Apollo is unbroke:)

[@emma-vu3pb]

Oh wow I’m the first OwO

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[@Enrathefairy]

Hi look at where you have started from and now where you are old equine helper!

[@godzilla8878]

10th

[@Chloeeeefaughtt]

5th!! Lol

[@calamitychaela1994]

13th

[@Adryelle_24]

I'm going to get more cleaning jobs so I can afford the horses care. My parents are making me pay for the care

[@horses_are_cool-fb]

I know I’m 5 years late but this helped me get my little boy ace! Thank you so much!