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Ok like the thread states im horse shopping, not going for a particular breed, going more for the feel I get from the horse. Im going to look at a quarter horse on sunday, hes 14.3 HH, a stud, 5 yrs old, trained western & english, has done some jumping and dressage don't know what lvl or anything yet. he is bombproof but apparently with just enough piss and vinegar to keep an intermediate/advanced rider busy/intrigued, an easykeeper too, is on grass/hay only never colicked and is a muscular QH. Bay chromy he's papered, don't know his reg. name yet but I'll get it from the owner.

Reason for this thread is that I want info from all you QH experts on what to look for in a QH. I'll post pics on sunday after I go see him.:clap:*istotallyfreakingexcited*:clap:
 
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^ lol very true, that's why im asking for breed specific advice from some pro's, I know nothing about the breed standard for QH's. And no way will I get googoostupidgushy, he's going for 5k, so it's not chump change but he's not crazy expensive either. He needs to be melt in your mouth perfect for me to buy him.

I have a slight problem with being meticulous and a perfectionist lol, any animal I have owned has come from good quality stock with good bloodlines and great bone structure/confo.

So please people, gimme ammo, pics will be uploaded by sunday night the latest (y'all can then tear the poor thing to pieces lol)=)
 
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Ok now for the update, didn't update yesterday since
1. I just started dressage lessons at a new barn.
2. the horse was really nothing special.
Personally boy bits should come off, nothing screamed "breed meh cause im hawt" when I looked at him. The only things he had going for him was his color (gorgeous chromy bay) and his temperment. Well hopefully the next horse I check out I have better luck with lol.
 
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First of all.. Is this your first horse? If it is, I would not recommend getting a stallion. I would get a mare or gelding whose age is above 8. Good conformation and disposition is always a plus. If the horse has bad disposition, walk away. If it seems wild, walk away. I made the mistake of seeing a bad disposition horse and walked forward and bought her. Worst horse I've ever owned... Conformation always plays an important role in buying horses. Bad conformation, not a good thing. Quarter horses normally are laid back, good natured horses. What discipline are you wanting to do?
 
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^yes it is my first horse, but i've been riding for 30+ yrs english.

Disciplines I want to do with said horse I want to purchase is dressage he must be 15-16 HH. (Yes it must be a male, either gelding or a stud)

I'm looking for a horse between the ages of 5-8 yrs old. Studs don't bother me as long as thier temperment isn't psychotic lol. For me its conformation > temperment > color. I will never buy a horse because he is OMGSOOPURTY ...lol.

When I make an appointment to go see a horse I never give a time, I always say I will be there so and so day. Even though I have never owned my own horse I do know a few tricks:P

When I decide to purchase my horse I will bring my dressage trainer along, and yes he is very experienced.

The stud I went to see was a fluke go see I normally don't get all silly when I go see a possible purchase, but I have been looking for 4 months so far and have found nothing, his owner raved about him so I got my hopes up, I also thought she made an error when she told me his height, I was wrong she was right (bad me :-x). Next time i'll trust my gut before wasting my time.

But I do appreciate your input, thanks for the QH info, I have never ridden one and know nothing about the breed first hand, only what I have read. Any input at all is really appreciated :)
 
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Okay. Whole different ball game then. Wow. Long time of riding. For me only 2 months of "riding lessons". Just been learning as I go. Has worked quite well. Anyway... You want a taller horse... I have kind of short horses. Except my gelding. He's 15.1. If you want a dressage Quarter Horse, look for a longer neck. I would not recommend getting a 'stocky' QH for dressage. Look for one with not so much muscle. The horse will be able to bend easier, from what I've seen. Quarter Horses are a dream to ride... If you get the right one. My 3 QH learn easily and adapt well to different training techniques. I've even tried English on one and she did pretty good. If you look at my horses, notice how Sadie doesn't have a 'built up' neck. She would make a pretty good dressage horse. Jewels might.. Still not sure on her breed. If you want a black in the winter, dark bay in the summer, Arabian crossed with something 10 yr. mare that rears I gotcha covered! lol
 
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Keep at those lessons, I have never stopped taking lessons, and I doubt I ever will lol, there is always something new to learn^^ And yes bending is very important in dressage, so you are right I need something less bulky lol.

I'm not "fixating" on a particular breed, but I get the feeling i'll probably end up with a warm blood ****.:wink:


Love your horses, I see what you mean about Sadie she's longer throughout her body, Rolex is quite the looker too! Aaah you have some purty ponies there hun :)


Horse prices here are still up there, I'm thinking of maybe importing from the U.S.A your prices are waaay low (im in Canada). Meh if I can't find anything up here ( i give it 1 yr) then i'll try the U.S.A lol.


I have nothing against mares, we just don't see stink eye to stink eye :lol:, I will love on them and pet them but I will never ride one again ****. The few mares I rode were more stubborn then a mule, and only performed in the ring, they were hell while in training. So gimme a gelding or a stud and i'm a happy happy girl:D

Good luck with Jewels and her training, i'll cross my fingers for ya that her arabian side wins out when your showing her the ropes (arabians are sooo smart lol and willing!) And if you come across a omgdroolworthy dressage type horse let me know :D
 
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I got a horse for you. He is a QH great blood lines jumps started eventing and dressage. Also dose western 6 yr old. If I had room I would buy him. He is my sister in laws horse. She is desprate to move him. He is worth way more than he is priced and is an awsome mover. His younger brother won the IBHA HUS 2yr World last yr.
 
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I don't think the OP is anything near a beginner, and, altho I am not a dressage person, few I have ever known would consider a TWH or arabian a truly "OMGdroolworthy" dressage horse.

Warmbloods fit that descriptionthe most, from what I know......:wink:
 
#12 ·
^ you are indeed correct franknbeans, i'm not a beginner and wouldn't look twice at either breed for a serious dressage prospect (even though I have a sweet spot for arabians lol).

As to a horses temperment both sexes have good and bad day's, I just dont get along with mares, better yet let me rephrase that, I prefer riding geldings or studs. I've known many a great mare for beginners and many a bad gelding lol.

I'm keeping my options open to various breeds (don't want to limit myself) I don't want just a work horse, I also want a heart horse, if it takes me a few years to find him so be it. I will probably lean towards a warmblood quicker because that's what im used to riding/interacting with, but again im keeping my options open lol. Keeping in mind that whatever breed I do go for he MUST be built for dressage.
 
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I was thinking that a QH wasn't the best breed for English. I didn't want to say anything because I didn't want to look 'too big for my britches'. lol. I tried helping a friend with riding a horse and she didn't listen, got bucked off twice and she said I had an attitude and I thought I knew more than what I really knew. So, I'm a little hesitant to say some stuff. lol. Hehe thanks. I'm quite proud of them. Especially Rolex and Dixie. They're my babies. :D We aren't too bad as far as horse prices go. Then again, I have seen some purty high prices... Haha. I'm kind of going with you on that one. I made a comparison between my mare and my gelding and gelding was better. Little more barn soured but I got him over that. If I get another horse it would be a male. The only problem is that we are starting a therapy riding center so I'm going to have my horses and my mom is going to have hers for the therapy... Going to be hard to work in both areas and go to school.... Hmmm... Thanks! I'm going to need it with her. lol. Then she is not Arabian. She has no smart and willing side to her. lol. I will just have to be faster to dodge her hooves when she rears... She struck me on my shoulder and popped 3 ribs out. (After a lot of icy-hot I'm good...) I will! I always check horse ads at multiple websites just to keep up with how the horse market is going. Good luck!
 
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Katze -

My all time favourite is a coloured WB!
Could always consider looking at horses by the stallion 'What's Colour (imp HOL)' Owned by E.B. Lodge Performance Horses!

I'm a biased paint horse lover (performance bred paints, both western and halter) but this stallion just has my knees weak! ha ha!

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I hope you find 'the one', Always exciting when looking for horses however all the horses i have had where never for sale, either pure luck or I was offered them by breeders :)



 
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With going horse shopping it is best to keep an open mind to what your looking as a prospect for what you want to do with the horse. A Quarter Horse is a so very versitile breed for the most part. Some bloodlines of the QH are better for working cow horses while some bloodlines excel at English and Dressage.

Back in 1995 when I was on a horse shopping search my $$limit$$ was $1000. I figured for that dollar amount I could maybe find an exceptionally nice grade gelding. Color was not a factor, a 5 to 8 year old with good feet and good body condition were my main search factors. However, I did look at and rode a couple of Missouri Foxtrotters. I found I far more preferred a horse with 3 gaits and a 'bounce trot'. I saw an ad for an 8 year old AQHA mare. I honestly thought she would be priced out of my $$limit$$, but I called about her anyway. I asked all the pertinent questions then asked what the selling price was for her. I was breathless when I was told she was going at $1100. I went to see her, ride her and well, the rest is history. She and I have had 16 years of a full life with one another.
 
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