Are Arabian horses suited for children?

Answer 1

In general yes, but get a calm, experianced, older horse, since it is your first one. Make sure you try the horse out so you know if he/she is the right horse for you...

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Another OpinionBecause Arabian horses are considered to be a "hot-headed" breed of horse, they are often not suggested as a first horse. There are many things to consider though other than just common conception about the breed.

Arabians can occasionally be a very high-strung breed and often need an experienced owner to handle them. Just like with any breed of animal, this saying is not true for every single Arabian, and there are some very sane Arab horses that would make a great first-time horse.

(1) Personal Experience

You should consider your personal level as a horse owner. If you have grown-up around horses and have a good amount of experience and think you can handle something that may occasionally have a hissy-fit (as Arabs are known to do), than consider an Arabian horse. If you have very little horse experience (just go to the barn, ride a bit, but have never actually worked around horses, owning an Arabian may not be an ideal situation.

(2) Horses Age

You should also consider the horses age. Many first-time horse buyers make the mistake of trying to buy a young horse that will be able to grow with them. If you personally do not have the ability to train the horse or are not working with an experienced trainer that can help you with the horse, it would be in your best interest to buy something a little older (maybe 5-8 range instead of 2-4) so that you know the horse has had some training and work done with it.

(3) Horses Experience/Training

Just like when you buy any horses, you should consider the horses previous experience and training. If you want a horse that you will be able to take to hunter/jumper shows or do dressage with, get a horse that has been raised with that type of training. If you're looking for a western riding or a gaming horse, usually you want something that has been trained in it. Again, this may not apply if you or your trainer are experienced enough to re-train the horse.

(4) Horse's Temperament

Because Arabians are often known for being hot-headed horses and occasionally pretty quirky, it is important to know the temperament of the horse you are looking to buy. If you are a first time buyer, it's important that you find a horse that has a relatively calm temperament and is willing to have someone that is going to make mistakes. Make sure you spend some time with the horse even if it is just grooming and walking the horse. Check how the horse reacts to strange situations. If you do get a younger horse, it may be easier to desensitize to sounds/noise than if you get an older, jumpy horse -- keep that in mind as well.

(5) Your dedication

Almost any breed of horse can be made into a good, calm horse with enough dedication and work from the rider/owner. Even if you do decide to buy a green (not broke) horse and train it yourself, make sure you take the time to put the proper work into the horse so that you will eventually have a nice, safe riding partner. If you don't have the proper training to train your own help, enlist the help of a reputable trainer.

---A personal note: My first horse was a Polish Arabian gelding. My mom bought him for me as a Christmas present when I was 13. I had been taking riding lessons for about 5 years at the point, but had never ridden a horse that was not "properly" trained.

He was four years old when I bought him and he was very green broke. The first show I took him to was an Arabian horse show and he freaked in the ring at a beach umbrella and took off an nearly jumped the ring fence in his panic. Everyone that came up to me told me that I was crazy to keep him (because he was an Arab) and that he was going to get me killed.

The next show I took him to (a month later) was a gymkhana. We were warming up on a damp grass ring and I pushed him into a fast canter to get him warmed-up to run. Some cut in front of him and I had no choice but to try and pull him up and wrap him around my leg so he wouldn't collide with the other horse. He did not have enough experience to make the move and ended up falling over sideways on top of me. He never freaked out at all and stayed laying on his side until help arrived and I was able to free my leg (which had been trapped by his weight) from my stirrup. When he stood up, he was literally stretched out over top of me with me underneath looking at his belly. The same people a month ago who told me my "Arabian" was going to kill him now wanted to know if I would sell them my "amazing" horse.

Long story short, just because your horse may act up at one show (due to lack of experience) does not mean anything. Even though he was young and was an "Arabian" he was one of the sanest, smartest horses I had ever met. I took him to a small jumper show after he was on pasture for two years and he took it like I had been training him for ever.

It all depends on the horse. Just make sure to research the breed and the horse you buy before making your purchase. Don't base your opinion completely on what other people say or you may miss out on an amazing purchase and life-partner.

Answer 2

Typically, they are high strung and more suitable for advanced riders. But I have seen some amazing Arabs that would make great childrens horse. (AQH's make great childrens horse's in my opinion)

Answer 3

• If you want a fast horse that will run for a while Arabians are good to have. If you are just starting out then you probably shouldn't get a Arabian.

Answer 4

arabians tend to be more naturaly spooky and fiesty but with just a little extra work they are great horses you can find some great ones if you look around

Answer 5

Yes. Also, Arabian horses are my second favorite horse, after Appaloosa.

Answer 6

Yes they do if they have the right temperment.I know this because im soon going to own an arabian.