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Riding Saddle with girth or cinch. A saddle pad or blanket. Bridle and bit. Helmet. Stirrups and stirrup leathers. Optional: lunge line. Optional: tendon boots, bell boots, any other leg support or protection the horse may need.

Horses have oval-shaped hooves, long tails, short hair, long slender legs, muscular and deep torso build, long thick necks, and large elongated heads. The mane is a region of coarse hairs, which extends along the dorsal side of the neck in both domestic and wild species.

20 Horse Facts Horses “lock” their legs to avoid collapsing while sleeping standing up. Horses and other equines eat constantly, because their digestive systems aren't efficient. Horses bear their weight on a single digit on each foot. A mule is the offspring of a female horse and a male donkey. The world???

Horse Ownership for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know Get a horse with a calm temperament and sound conformation. Use proper fitting tack. Wear the right riding clothes. Have a suitable place to keep your horse. Learn about feeding, health, and grooming of horses.

Consult with a trusted trainer or experienced horse friend and decide what type, age, and level of horse is right for you. Be sure to look at and ride more than one horse before purchasing. A vet check is highly recommended. Try to stick to your budget, but be ready to spend at least $1,000 more than planned.

The minimum up-front cost to purchase a horse and your tack will likely range from $4,000 to $9,000. You can then expect to pay a minimum of $6,000 to $8,000 a year, depending on where you live and if you have a barn with equipment or need to board your horse.

Horse Care Tips Find a Veterinarian & Farrier. Develop a Chore Routine. Make Sure Your Horse Is Getting Enough to Eat and Drink. Clean Out Stalls Daily. Let Your Horse Out of the Stall Daily for Exercise. Learn to Tell When Your Horse is too Hot or Cold. Establish a Shot Schedule. Have Your Horses' Feet Done Regularly.

When you buy a horse, you will have an initial investment for a saddle, bridle, grooming supplies and other basic items. You will also have ongoing expenses, such as fly spray, grooming supplies, horse blankets and replacement of equipment that wears out or is damaged.