So You Think You Bought the Wrong Horse?

Take Your Time When Selecting

I write this because I know how it feels to have that realization that you picked the wrong horse. I have sent a horse to one trainer after another, just to end up with her being euthanized due to her dangerous behavior. Someone once told me when a horse loses its sense of self-preservation when you work with it, to the point that it puts you in danger, it's time to give up, and that there is no shame in it.

I have worked with a trainer on a horse that I thought was my dream horse, and then months later, I thought I had made a huge mistake. He was not unsafe, I had good help and I was dedicated, and it worked out. I still have that horse, he is an old retiree now.

It happens. I would honestly say it happens often that people buy the wrong horse before they buy the right one! Maybe they didn't have good guidance, got excited, and picked the first horse they say, maybe they bought a horse because it was a certain color, maybe they bought the horse they dream of riding in 5 years, not what they are capable of riding now.

There is no shame in it at all! You did your best, so ask for professional help, involve your horsey friends, and spread the word and you will find the right home for your horse.

I like to think there is a perfect home for every horse out there; you just have to take the time to find it.