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When looking for horses for sale, there are a few points which are worth considering in order to make the buying process run smoothly, and to make sure you end up with your desired horse.

• No horse is perfect – just make sure that the one you buy has issues that you can live with and that won’t reduce your enjoyment.
• Bring an experienced rider with you, someone who is aware of your capabilities and strengths. In an ideal world take someone experienced who is able to spot lameness or illness. Or even your instructor who can tell if the chosen horse is appropriate for your style of riding – your aptitude and confidence.
• Always check the horse’s documets and passport.  A horse passport is not legal proof that the horse is actually owned by the seller so ask if there is a receipt to prove purchase. It is against the law to sell or purchase horses minus a passport.
• Find out if all innoculations are current. A new course of vaccinations can be expensive and can take many months to come into effect if you wish to compete.  You will not be popular moving a horse to a new horse if it brings illness along as well.
• Once you have decided the horse is for you, ask a qualified vet to perform out the most thorough vetting that you can afford. Do not let your heart rule your head or be pressured into buying if you feel you need the horse looked at by your vet.
• Where possible see the horse or pony carrying out the trials you would like it to do. Reschooling a horse adds a considerable amount to the total cost if you are unable to do this yourself.
• If possible negotiate a trial loan during which the horse can be returned if it is not suitable.
• Always be realistic when looking to buy a young horse, ask yourself if you have the necessary experience to bring it on. At the other end of the scale a more mature horse may just have the stability and maturity to give you confidence and help you learn you the ropes.
• Don’t feel pressured to purchase the first horse you see and don’t be pressurised by the many others just waiting to buy the horse if you don’t – very often this is just a ruse to push you to make an impulse purchase. Take your time when buying a horse.
• As soon as the sale is agreed take out insurance on the horse before you moved it to its new home.  Most injuries happen in transit or settling a horse into a new yard with new companions.
• Trust your instinct – if you believe the vendor is hiding something from you then they probably will be.
• Remember that your horse is a major investment of both time and money – be sure you have considered a budget for all the expenses that you are likely to encounter.

Finally, enjoy your new addition and look forward to many hours horse riding together! Click here to find horses for sale online!