What should I be looking for when looking for a pony hunter?

Question

Hey there! So I think I've FINALLY convinced my mom to buy me a horse. :] Which I'm pumped about, I've found another really nice boarding facility where the board is affordable, my question is, what should I look for when looking for a hunter PONY? I'd like to stay with ponies, because I think they are great. I fit them nicely considering I'm around 5'2-5'3, and I'm a small little thing, weighing 132 and dropping

But I want to start showing and such, but what should I be looking for? Conformation wise and personality wise? Merci!

Answer 1

well. i think u should get a small horse or tall pony, I am 5 4 and i look good on a 16 handed horse.    i will give u some links!!

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

http://www.dreamhorse.com/show_horse.php...

just go to dreamhorse.com

equinehit.com

pahorsemall.com

they have ponies

Answer 2

You need to look for manners and discipline in the pony Manners are always important to me. I have ridden WAY too many defiant ponies. Those rides always ended in a concussion for me. Also, you need to look for a pony that has correct confirmation and doesn't have a history of problems such as founder and colic. The pony should be willing to do what you want it to do, not what it wants to do.

Answer 3

First of all, take a trainer or professional with you when you look at horses, especially since this is your first. I've seen too many people purchase horses that weren't right for them, or worse, that had serious health issues. Also, always vet check any horse or pony you're seriously interested in.

A trainer will also be able to tell you if the horse or pony you're considering will need a significant amount of training. Ideally for your first horse, you should purchase a well-trained schoolmaster. The horse should know more than you, so he can help you learn more advanced techniques and build confidence.

As a note, a stout or large pony can handle a teenager or adult rider. But every horse and pony is different, and you need to take care to choose one that can handle the workload you'll be asking of it. Again, a trainer and a vet can help pinpoint a good, safe first horse. Good luck.