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Horse Buyer Language, Translated

February 2, 2021DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long Sloan#FUNNY, #HORSE BUYING, #LISTS, Horse sellingComments Off

When you’re selling a horse and talking to potential buyers, you might need a translator to understand what they really want and, more importantly, what they really need. Fortunately, Horse Nation is here to help with this guide to understanding horse buyer language. (more…)

“Women of a Certain Age” Say Hello to Horse Ownership

January 25, 2021DeAnn SloanContributor#HORSE BUYING, Horizon StructuresComments Off

“For many women the opportunity to own their own horse as a child or young adult was never more than a dream, hampered by lack of money and/or support from family.” But now they are embarking on horse ownership and pursuing the put-aside passion. (more…)

Horse Sale Ads, Translated

January 22, 2021DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long Sloan#FUNNY, #HORSE BUYING, #LISTSComments Off

Selling horses can be frustrating, entertaining and maddening, but buying horses can be downright frightening. So we at Horse Nation are here to help make things as easy for you as possible. Here is the definitive guide to horse sale ads (all meant in good fun, of course). (more…)

The Obligation of a Horse Seller: An Editorial

October 23, 2019DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long Sloan#EDITORIAL, #HORSE BUYING, Horse sellingLeave a comment

“Although buyers need to take all necessary steps to protect themselves, sellers … must take all necessary steps to protect the horses placed in their care, the buyers with whom they are working and their own reputations.”

Putting the PPE in Perspective

July 31, 2019DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long Sloan#HORSE BUYING, #PPE, #PRE PURCHASE EXAM, #VETSLeave a comment

Pre-purchase exams can be a valuable tool in determining whether or not you should move forward with the purchase of a horse. However, viewing them with proper perspective is vital to making the right decision.

5 Red Flags You Should Not Ignore When Horse Shopping (And How to Address Them)

July 30, 2019Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#goriding, #HORSE BUYING, #horsenation, #HorseNationNetworkLeave a comment

Horse shopping is stressful, especially when you don’t bring home the horse you thought you bought.

2016 Best of HN #13: Infographic: How Much Does a Horse REALLY Cost?

April 25, 2016Kristen KovatchKristen Kovatch#$$$$$, #HORSE BUYING, #INFOGRAPHLeave a comment

Hint: a lot.

2016 Best of HN #21: 11 Reasons Never to Be a Horse Trader

March 8, 2016Kristen KovatchMaria Wachter#HORSE BUYING, #LISTS, #LOLLeave a comment

Straight from a former horse trader’s mouth.

Honest Ads, or Why Honesty Is (Usually) the Best Policy

November 18, 2015Kristen KovatchMaria Wachter#ADS, #ADVERTISING, #HORSE BUYINGLeave a comment

Honesty’s a virtue. Right?

How To Be a Good Horse Buyer

August 12, 2015Kristen KovatchMaria Wachter#HORSE BUYINGLeave a comment

We’ve all heard horror stories about “horse traders” … but as former buyer/seller Maria Wachter points out, “it takes two to tango.” Here are a few tips for being a shrewd and responsible buyer.

#TBT: Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Buying a New Horse

January 30, 2014Leslie WylieContributor#HORSE BUYING, #TBT4 Comments

Think you’ve found your dream horse? Before you write the check, review Callie Rae King’s “don’t do this!” checklist. (more…)

The Riding School: To buy or not to buy

September 18, 2012Leslie WylieUncategorized#HORSE BUYING, #THE RIDING SCHOOL2 Comments

This week, the Riding Instructor outlines her thoughts on guiding students and their parents through the process of deciding whether to purchase their own horse. (more…)