HELP im so nervous.?

Question

I'm moving and my mom is wanting to buy me a horse.sounds great right? lol. yeah well he is a 1 year old stud and they want $500 for him. we are also planning on getting him gelded.

There are 3 reasons why i'm nervous

1)This would be my very 1st horse and i'm not an expert on training,and he needs a lot of training.i cant afford training either.

2)I have to ask my dad and my grandparents to buy him for me and I'm not sure what they are gonna say.my dad would say yes but my grandparents i'm not sure about.

3)This would be my very 1st rescue animal and i'm scared he wont trust me considering his past. the people who owned him before me abandoned him and some others so he's still a lil thin and he is untrustworthy towards people.

Do you have any ideas?

Answer 1

Hm, sounds like you're being pushed into a situation that is going to be way more than you can handle. You have every right to be nervous here... I don't think this is a smart idea for you, or the horse. You need a safe, confident mount that is going to build your confidence, not tear it down. My advice to you is to tell your mom you want to look for a different horse. I would find something between 10-15 years old that is beginner safe and needs no training or re-training. Rescuing a horse is a wonderful thing to do, but for you it may not be the best idea. You can find a nice older rescue horse who just needs some TLC, but it's difficult finding one who doesn't have "issues". A yearling stud is a horrible idea. Not only does it leave the chance of you getting hurt, but this horse isn't going to get the training he needs. If he doesn't trust people he NEEDS someone who has experience with this and can help him. Even though I understand that you have good intentions here, you will probably end of doing more harm than good if you don't have a professional to help you along the way.

EDIT: Now that you've added he's already broke to ride you REALLY need to stay away from this one. NO horse should be "broke" before the age of 2 and that is more than pushing the limit for me. If you do end up getting this horse he's going to give out as a riding horse by the age of ten, garenteed. Riding a horse before they are physically ready is extremely damaging to them. I really don't get why people think that's "okay" to do.

Answer 2

Hi

He sounds like he really needs a loving home but if he is only one he shouldnt be broken in and if he is he will probably have problems...and before you can do anything then he will need to be turned out to grow for atleast a year but some may not ride him for another 3...and it also depends if you want to learn to ride now because if you think you will be feeding it and if you have to board it somewhere, paying to board it so it is already costing you a bit and you cant ride it.

Sure you can develop a bond but if you havent ridden before then its not the best horse for you.

Also about training him...i have ridden for about seven years and i run a small boarding place plus worked in 4 stables so you could say i have been around horses for a while but i bought a pony for me to train and have worked with her and she is going good but i get very frustrated becaus ei don't know what i am doing and even if you can buy books it isnt as easy as they say.

If you have room to get another horse as wel then i would do it but otherwise you might find yourself in a rock and a hard place later on when you really want to ride but dont want to sell the horse you love

You can start with and older horse...my first horse was 18 when i got him and today we went out on the trails at a friends place and he is still full of energy as we galloped up hills for a couple of hours.

I hope this all makes sense and i havent repeated myself much

Oh...P.s...Do you have the traing equipment like an arena or round yard ect.

Answer 3

unless this horse is just a companion, dont get it!

there is no way you could ride it, its your first horse, your not very experienced, and a yearling will take a long time to properly train, and NO u cannot train it yourself.  also it is a stud which will make him even harder to handle. this horse is not right for you.

Answer 4

my idea: dont get him. if he is your first horse, you just cant get a 1 year old unless you are very experienced in training. its especially bad if he isnt too trustworthy of pepole. you dont have to rush into buying something. once you've been told you can get a horse, you can look for as long as you want for something suitble and cheap enough. if you need something around $500, just keep looking and looking until it pops up. it might take longer than you hoped, but at least that way you will get something you are totally happy with and excited about, NOT NERVOUS ABOUT. dont rush into it, it can cause a lot of pain and heartbreak and can be really stupid. take my advice seriously.

Answer 5

Horses should not be broken under 2 years old.  Until they're  about 2 years old their knees and joints are still hardening and breaking them too early can cause a lot of damage to them.  He should still have a year of pasture/stable time ahead of him.  Although, if  you did buy him.  There would be plenty of time to bond with him over the next year before you break him for real.  I'd be wary about any horse broken under 2 years though.

Answer 6

Sounds like this horse is going to be to much for you considering your inexperience.  Well done for recognising this fact!  Some people reckon that because they have had a few years in a riding school they are experts.  In reality, non-riding school horses can have a nasty habit of frightening the life out of you.

Considering his price, I think there is something drastically wrong with him.  Do not buy him.

Go for something well schooled and it will save you a lot of time and tears.  A well schooled horse is not a boring horse and you can have much more fun with him or her.

Good luck.  I speak from experience.  My first two were rogues!  Nearly put me off for life!  Thankfully the third and final one was wonderful.  He had his problems in the beginning but we bonded and had many years of fun together before my health gave out.

Answer 7

No, no, no, no you would be making a huge mistake.  

Firstly he is too young, no horse should be ridden until they are three years old, they are still growing and maturing until this age.

Secondly a first horse should be a lot more experienced than the rider and already schooled and trained, at least five or six years old.  If you are an inexperienced rider, you should not purchase an untrained young horse unless both you and the horse will receive training from a competent professional.

Mounting a green rider on a green horse is a serious mistake. The rider can't improve his or her riding skills if the horse is not trained to behave properly, and the horse can't learn to respond properly if the rider has not been taught how to give cues. Neither rider nor horse is capable of handling potentially dangerous situations that may arise on any bridle path or trail.

I can see that you are feeling sorry for this horse and wishing to give him a good home but buying a horse should be well planned and carefully thought out.

Remember there is much more than just the cost of any horse you buy to consider such as tack, the saddle, bridle etc. shoeing costs, training, veterinary costs, inoculations, worming, insurance, feed in the winter, stabling and the cost of livery or the rent of a field to put the horse in.  The cost of your horse only begins the day you get it home, my own pony has cost me thousands of pounds in vets and other bills during her life so far.

Lastly never buy any horse without having a vet give it a thorough check over and if you can take an experienced person with you.

Answer 8

umm yes that horse does too have to be broke after 2. She may have taught him halter and stuff. but if she put a saddle on that horses back and rode him she could have seriously damaged his back or hurt him. Maybe you should hold off on getting a horse if you think you can rid and train a 1 yr old horse. Because you could damage the horses back, spirit, legs and so much more because it is not ready for that kind of weight to do with a saddle and  a person.

  Please get more educated before you make this decision!

Answer 9

Hey, Im sorry you got put in this situation! Its always hard!

My first horse was a 1.5 year old Standardbred.

I suggest that you get him, and if you REALLY want a horse, you will put in the hard work to him.

Dont worry about riding etc yet anyways, you dont need to break it in until it is 3 years old.

I suggest, ask and if you get him, buy a parelli kit or Monty Roberts book. That was the best start for me!! They help alot!!

also, a really helpful site:

www.newrider.com

Click on forums, on the toolbar on the left side of the screen, then on "enter" (it comes off the toolbar)

Sign up, its free, and then post similar questions as threads, and you will get some really good advice!!

Answer 10

look

yoru first horse shouldnt be anythign under 6,

im looking 4 mine as welll.

its difficult.,

but hes not rigth for you, if u can afford trainign then he is but u cant.

also if u think $500 is alot. were i come from reasonable horses start from $1500.

I just dont think hes right,

besides he cant be brocken till 2. so u have a year of him just as a paddock boy.

In australia we are very nice to the horse and dont break them in till 2. because it can cause them problems

teh owner is very inexpierienced

Answer 11

If you are not willing to commit to this horse pass on him.Have you considered the cost of owning a horse.Food such as at least 2 acres at least per horse on good pasture(not weeds or a mud hole)hay in the winter price varies on your location.Gelding him requires care too.Shots,rabies,tetanus,West Nile. De wormers.Feet Trimmed so very important .Who will pay for vet bills if the horse is injured or sick? When will you spend time with him,daily or hit and miss. After all this do you still want him? Breaking before 2 years of age is a NO No.His bones are still forming.The good part is you can learn to lead him,halter him,groom and pick his feet.Ask the veternarian for help in proper feeding,too much on an abused horse all at once can harm him too.There are numerous books on the subject read them . Get a cd by John Lyons called Bringing up Baby.John Lyons is about the best I've seen but nothing is like doing it and be consistent  You can teach your horse bad manners and habits as well as good ones.Never hit him in the face makes him head shy.And never give him sugar or treats by hand a good way to teach him to bite.Hang with other horsepeople who have been around awhile to show you and never be afraid to ask,Get a job in a stable if you have no experience even of one day a week.You build the trust with your horse don't worry about his past.So many horses are not only abused but badly handled and can become dangerous through no fault of their own.With patience and respect he could be a wonderful horse for you. Under no circumstances do you give any horse,abused or otherwise an excuse to hurt you.I have seen people get "abused" horses and end up in the hospital.Good luck and most of all have fun.

Answer 12

uh, i don't know if that colt should be your first horse. usually if you're just starting out, you want to get a well-trained, responsible horse... one that will take care of you, rather than you having to take care of him. if you could afford to hire a very good trainer to work with you and him, it might be ok. i got my first horse as a 4 year old, but she really watched over me and was so gentle. but she was sort of a rare case. my new horse, who i sort of rescued... when i first got him he was a 2 on the body condition scale and 300 lbs underweight, he is a different story! he is very sweet, but it takes a lot of time and money to rehabilitate them physically, and mentally. it's very rewarding though. i suggest that if you want to get an elderly horse that you know needs a home, and is very sweet and kind. he or she would teach you so much, and you could also mean a lot to the quality of their life. follow your intuition though, if the colt feels perfect for you, it could work out perfectly.

Good luck!

Answer 13

I really really don't think that this would be a good idea.

When you first break in horses, they are great - usually push button rides, simply because they don't know any better, they just do what the rider wants them to. then they reach the age of 4. When ponies reach 4/5 years they start to learn so many tricks, to test the rider. This could be bucking, rearing, napping, etc. If you do not teach the horse not to do them then you will end up with a h**l of a pony.

And if you don't have much training experience, then even

worse!

And also, you want fun dont you? breaking in horses isnt that fun, you wont be able to go to shows, and do what first ponies should do! be safe, and give sooo much fun

I've seen it happen to many times before, and I am just advising you that it wont be a good idea..

Added: A Horse should NOT be broken at the age of one. If you break them in that early, then they do not have enough time to develop properly. You want them to be healthy, well let there bones grow strong enough!

Answer 14

I think you should say a VERY polite "Thank you" and RUN in the opposite direction away from the colt.  He is a COLT, not a stud.  Well I guess he could be a "Stud Colt"...  If you'd like I have a picture of a horse who was ridden at 18 mos and she's 18 now and her back has dipped all of her life.  Do you know what a "SWAY BACK" is?  That's what they've already done to this colt by riding him this young.  His bones are NOT yet formed and because of this early weight, they've resigned him to a life where most will NOT have him because he looks "funny" (If he doesn't now he WILL in a year or two.).

You don't need a stud colt.  If your grandparents won't fork out the money to make sure you get a horse that will serve you and let you learn on your own if you have to, then wait, look around and see what you can find for $500.00 and what you really want if you're learning is something older than 15!  Remember the average lifespan of a horse is now in it's 30's.  Also a stallion or stud of any sort means extra money to be put out, either to geld it or to make sure it's in a secure facility where it can't get out, breed somebody else's mare and you get sued.

Best of luck in finding your ideal horse, it's out there!

Answer 15

Sorry to say this but it sounds like a recipe for disaster. Your first horse should be something well broken and easily handled not some traumatised,nervous young stud.

He should not be "broke" at 1 either.

I really think you should pass on this and let someone with more experience handle it. Look for something more suited to your abilities.