There’s nothing wrong with this ad copy–truly, “Muffin” appears to be a beautiful dapple grey horse. But the picture of the kid riding her creeps us out a little. (more…)
#CLASSIFIEDS
HN Classifieds: ’67 Ford Horse Box – $2,500
$2,500 is a great price for a truck and trailer package… not so great for a really crappy lawn ornament. As seen on Craigslist: (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘haul your horses and buggy too – $2150’
Reader Amy Conversa kindly tipped us off to this ad for a creative towing apparatus. If it takes a minute to wrap your head around, don’t feel bad–we’re still a little confused. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Fat one eyed Arabian needs home’
The ad goes on to clarify: “Yes it’s a horse!” Um, wow. Really? REALLY?!?! Take it away, Craigslist… (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Cheapest riding lessons in town! $10’
It’s not the wording of this Craigslist ad that concerns us; it’s the accompanying picture. Where’s your shirt? Why aren’t you wearing shoes? What does this even have to do with riding lessons? (more…)
HN Classifieds: This person got taken for a ride, literally
Reader Joy Lanzaro reposted this Craigslist ad on our Facebook page, with the note, “There’s something very non-horsey about this person’s ad.” We’d have to agree. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘great little gaited her broke for anyone’
This Craigslist ad is an example of what the world would like without punctuation itd be weird and scary we would all talk like this (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Manure pile – free to good home!’
These people really, really love their manure pile, and they just want it to be happy and appreciated. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘miniature horses – $300’
The last time we checked, bread was not an acceptable nutritionally complete substitute for actual horse feed–and especially not for small ponies, who could founder from the starch. Yet… (more…)
HN Classifieds: Horse found
Is anybody missing a horse that looks like this one? Because, if so, it has been located. The people who found it say you can come pick it up or not, whatever. A big thanks to Meg for sending this gem our way. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘flame horse boot wraps – $10’
Between the fringe and the flames, these amazing boot wraps could really take your cross-country or show jumping getup to the next level. From Craigslist… (more…)
For Sale: ‘throughbred mare – $350’
“She only has 3 speeds to her canter – fast, fast and faster.” Well, at least these sellers are honest. Take it away, Craigslist… (more…)
HN Classifieds: Speaking of pseudo-breeches…
We stumbled across this ad hawking several pairs of “horse pants” from well-known manufacturers of equestrian apparel such as Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, and Ralph Lauren. (more…)
HN Classifieds: Zebra colt for sale
Imagine the look on your trainer’s face when you show up with your brand new sport-zebra prospect. Thanks to Kate Samuels for the tip! (more…)
HN Classifieds: Horse wanted
This dad wants to buy his daughter a horse for Christmas. Stallion or foal, whatever. It just needs to look like one of these pictures he found in a horse calendar, and he wants to pay $700 for it. Good luck with that, buddy. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘ISO your grandmother’s horse’
This ad, seeking an occasional trail horse, is pretty cute. Although their requirements are minimal (“Breathing is definitely a plus”), the ad-placer is no “sucker.” (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Saddlebred horse sale – $500’
Somebody needs to put a shirt on in this picture, and it isn’t the horse. A big thanks to reader Celeste Coulter for sending this one our way! (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘miniature Horse – $300’
The seller writes, “He need to be with other mini horse.” Or, apparently, a herd of sheep, or a dog, or turkeys, or a chicken will also suffice. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Horse and pony must go today!’
I always wonder about ads in which the owner has a deadline for selling their horse: “Must sell horse by the weekend!” or, in this extreme case, “Must go today!” (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Young Chestnut Gelding – $250’
This ad says the horse “loves food” and “permits slight touching now while eating.” Is that so? Maybe you should try FEEDING HIM MORE OFTEN. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Thorough bread – $600’
Last week, we had a Saddle bread. This week, thanks to reader Sarah Denham, we have a Thorough bread. Take it away, Craig’s List: (more…)
HN Classifieds: Stallion wanted
This person wants to trade two “easy going and laid back” mares for “a stallion, NOT GELDING, that is fully broke and easy around children and beginner rider stage for our twins.” Good luck with that. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘registered quarter horse – $800’
Will put up with anything, apparently. Notice the horse’s expression: “Somebody get me out of here, please!” The second photo is especially ridiculous–whyyyy???? (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Purple Gator Breast Collar – $100’
Know what could take your horse’s getup to the next level? That’s right. A purple gator breast collar. We’ve got your hookup right here. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Saddle Bread Mare – $1200’
White, wheat, rye, pumpernickel, French, pumpkin, ciabatta, cinnamon, sourdough, saddle. One of these things is not like the others. (more…)