a few questions :)

[wonderhorse11]

ok so this week i have somone coming to look at my horse to ride 2 days a week, he is (if i say so myself) an amazing beutiful horse how do i know if the person is A a joy rider B someone looking for nice horses in order to steal them C genuine? she says she has been riding for 20 or so years but how do i know this is true? what precoautions can i take? sorry for so many questions!

thanks

 

[Princess Jess]

You found someone to loan your horse then?
Just ask the usual questions about their experience, what type of horse they're looking for, what type of things they would want to do with him etc...
Also make sure you see them ride, perferably on the flat and over some fences if they are going to want to jump him.
I'd also definately making sure you have a contract!
Hope it works out ok for you

 

[wonderhorse11]

You found someone to loan your horse then?
Just ask the usual questions about their experience, what type of horse they're looking for, what type of things they would want to do with him etc...
Also make sure you see them ride, perferably on the flat and over some fences if they are going to want to jump him.
I'd also definately making sure you have a contract!
Hope it works out ok for you

thanks also what do i do if i thinks somethings up? (as in they might just be there to find a couple of nice horses to take home that night?)

 

[Spiritedly]

Tell them you've got someone else coming to see him and you'll be in contact. Also ask if they're ok with dogs as the yo has there security trained german shepherds running loose at night.

 

[Paris1]

It's not certain but you do get a feel over the phone, by general attitude etc. It's almost like you need to see people with someone else's horse before you let tthem on your yard. A niche in the market?

 

[wonderhorse11]

A niche in the market?

absolutly!

 

[Booboos]

B is extremely unlikely don't worry about that. To check for A firstly ask the person to groom and tack up, if they struggle alarm bells should ring. If all goes well show them the horse in walk, trot, canter on both reins and then let them have a go ideally in an arena or small field. You should be able to tell if things are going badly even in walk and don't hesitate to call it a day.