How to Buy a Pony
- 1). Go to horse auctions, visit local horse barns, read a book on how to buy a pony, or visit on a few horse-related Web sites. Become familiar with ponies before you pull out your wallet.
- 2). Get some expert advice before making a purchase. It is difficult to select a sound pony with a good temperament unless you have a great deal of experience with ponies.
- 3). Pay special attention to the personality of the pony you're considering buying, especially if a child will be riding her. If a pony is nippy, flattens her ears when touched, or bucks up her hind end when you walk behind her, it's best to bypass that animal.
- 4). Examine the pony for cracked or deformed hooves, a runny nose or eyes, or a lethargic demeanor.
- 5). Ask a horse veterinarian to examine the pony you've chosen. This is the best way to ensure you are buying a healthy pony. Pay special attention to the hooves during the vet check as ponies are vulnerable to foundering.
