Please follow my suggestions if you are a first time horse buyer

Buying your first horse is one of the most exciting times in your life as a rider. It can also nerve-wracking because the consequences of one bad decision can you live with for a long time.
Beginning riders often have the wrong incentives at this time. They think the kind of horse they want, even if they are riders out, or they dream about having a horse as their coach.
The problem is that beginners can not ride these more advanced horses. They are in danger of getting a horse that they can not do: a bad choice that could lead to bad experiences for both the animal and the person.
From years of observing my own horses, equestrian problems of my amateur friends, I make some suggestions.
1. Be realistic about your level of proficiencyAnalyzing your current skills as a rider and if you hope to one day have. Do not get a horse that's too hard for you today.
It's okay to own the one feature that you have not yet been reached. But you could have any success in carrying out today. If you can not ride your horse now, there is no guarantee that you will be able in the future. This situation can become a constant source of frustration for you and cause a bad relationship with him.
2. Do not just buy for BeautyIt's nice to have a beautiful horse, one who is admired by friends and relatives. But an arched neck, flowing mane and tail is strikingly completely different properties than the behavior and performance.
I have friends who have a horse of a certain color. Frankly, it's a bit silly. If you insist on this to make sure it is a common color so you can choose from many horses anyway. For example, if you need a gray Arab, it's probably good, because there are many of these.
But if you have a chestnut thoroughbred, you'll look for a long time or make the mistake I'm afraid. You pick the only opponent you can find, ignoring other more important factors.
3. Race May MatterOr choose the breed, is slightly more complicated. Some people will just work with a specific race. This may be because of the horses, they have read, seen or spent time with.
An important factor is what you plan to do with your driving. For centuries horses have been bred for characteristics or talents that lend themselves better to certain types of supplies. If you are in the western disciplines Quarter Horse or paint may be what you want to find. If your heart is in dressage, consider a warmblood.
These considerations are important as a serious competitor is something that you know you will do. They are not as important to many beginners, especially as recreational horse riding or just getting started, the main issues.
4. Behavior is the keyBehavior in hand and under saddle is the most important factor to evaluate. You should be able to easily manage your horse. Bridle and saddle to go when you are alone with him. He must stand until you fully assembled.
It must be safe for you at all three gaits. (If you have not yet learned to canter or lope, your coach or friend to get more sophisticated check him out for this.)
5. Your horse can be your friendMany want a relationship of friendship and love that the human-animal border crossing form. It is difficult to define bond is most likely to develop healthy, then horse and rider-owner is well matched.
Be aware that finding a horse that not only looks and athleticism to do well. Also be sure you ride it enough from the beginning, and is easy to work around the world. With this good start, they will pair you in harmony and are likely a large long-term relationship to maintain.