Miniature Horse Tack Will Be a Must if I Buy a Miniature Horse
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If I do end up
purchasing a miniature horse, I’m will really want a
cart for him to pull. It will just be too cute with the
grandkids riding in it!
He’ll need a special driving harness to pull the
cart. The one I’m interested in has a complete harness
with bridle that converts easily from sidecheck to
overcheck, bit, 2 tone reins, backsaddle, breast collar
and traces. This gear will probably be my first
purchase, before a riding saddle, as I think I like the
idea of a little cart with a couple of the kids in it
more than them riding the little guy, at least until he
gets used to all of us.
Since I
don’t know that much about this subject (though it must
be similar, only smaller, as that for full-sized
horses), I think I’ll get a couple catalogs. I think the
“American Livestock Magazine and Publishing “ will be a
good catalog to start with, as I’m already familiar with
that one. Also Star Lake Farm and Tack offers a catalog,
and you can access it on-line. Going on-line for the
tack for both horses is probably what I’ll end up doing.
Of course,
the miniature horse will need a
saddle and bridle. And
I’ve seen these incredible mini buckle-on shoes. They’re
made of leather with nylon webbing sides that buckle in
the front of the hoof. They completely cover and protect
the hoof. I hope they come in different colors.
He’ll need
a halter and lead, control bar, bit and of course,
saddle blankets. Since he’ll be outside in Colorado much
of the time, I think I should get him a waterproof
sheet. They have a closed front with bellyband and tail
cover. The rump is shaped with 4 hip darts, so leg
straps aren’t necessary. Being outside a lot, I think
I’ll want him to have a fly mask and maybe fly sheets.
I’ll probably also get hoods, body sleeves and tail bags
for winter wear.
Mulling over the miniature horse tack, on second
thought I don’t think I’ll get a bridle that has a bit
in it, at least at first until I see what kind of
temperament he has.
I’ll be looking for a miniature horse with a
sweet disposition since I will want my grandchildren to
enjoy him.
Of
course, this will come after I have all of Buttercup’s
needs supplied!
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