Generally,
only experienced horse people
will want to deal with a stallion. There is
always the option of gelding an otherwise
suitable stallion and this might be an
acceptable choice under some
circumstances. Many people have an
opinion about mares versus geldings but
really there is no reason to choose a
horse based on this factor alone. Mares
have a reputation for being more moody
but this is an individual trait and should
be evaluated on an individual basis.
MEETING
THE HORSE
Of course it is important to try out
any
horse that you think you might be
interested in. Let the seller show you the
horse first. That will give you and your
trainer or anyone you have brought with
you the chance to see the horse under
saddle. Gaits, manners, level of training
and way of going can be observed at this
time. Try not to spend the time behind a
video camera. This is your chance to
observe the horse's presence and that is
hard to judge from behind a box of metal.
If you like the horse, ask to try it. If you
have brought someone with you, perhaps
that person can videotape you riding the
horse and give you the chance later to
see how the two of you look together.
At Orion Dressage, we will videotape you
on your prospective new horse and give
you the tape to take home with you.
You can spend your time getting to
know the horse! click
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