A Gift Guide For The New Horse Owner

Just getting started? Buying for someone who is? Horses (and all the things that come with them!) are expensive. Here are 20 simple and basic items (and a few extra!) that any new horse owner will find useful and will love.

Grooming

Grooming bag / Brush Caddy

One of the first essential items every new horse owner will need!

Grooming Essentials

Read my post on the Top 5 Grooming Essentials for a complete list of what to include in the new horse owners grooming kit.

Epona Tiger’s Tongue

This is a great tool to have in your grooming box. It’s perfect for removing sweat stains and hard mud.

Lead Rope

Can’t live without them, can’t seem to keep track of them! This must-have item is one that’s constantly disappearing around the barn. You can’t have enough of them.

Bathing Supplies

Add a small bathing bucket and a sponge and you’ve got yourself a horse lovers dream gift basket!

Rider’s Apparel

Saddle Pads

You literally can’t have enough of these. Any color. In fact… all the colors!

Riding Gloves

Gloves are like chap sticks… you have your favorite pair, your back up pair, the pair you keep in your locker, the pair you keep in your car….

Belts

Every rider should wear a belt. These are elastic and have a cute bit clasp!

Dreamers and Schemers

This beloved brand has THE BEST socks and fun gifts for every horse lover.

Base Layers and Sunshirts

Ariat is a trusted and longtime brand in equestrian apparel. They’ve got great basics that should be staples in every riders wardrobe.

Soft Shell Vest

Layering is super important when riding. A vest is a no brainer.

Ponytail Hairnet

This simple hairnet is ON FIRE right now! It’s revolutionizing the hairnet industry. You can keep your hair tidy in your helmet and still have your ponytail hang. It’s amazing.

Accessories

Boot Bag

A great way to keep your boots clean and your tack locker tidy. Also necessary for travelling to shows!

Bridle / Halter Organizer

This handy bag comes with hooks for over the locker door (or stall door, or trailer door), and is a great way to keep your things together, and protected.

Leather Cleaning Kit

This is a premium one. Boot polish, leather conditioner, everyday cleaner and the tools included.

For The Horse

Treats!

Stud Muffins are a staple in every horse lovers tack locker.

Salt Lick

Essential to every horses diet.

Uncle Jimmy’s Hanging Balls

A fun treat for your horse. Yummy AND fun to play with 🙂

A Little Extra

Pivo TriPod

This amazing little device will pivot to follow you around as you ride and record the whole thing.

Noelle Floyd’s Equestrian Masterclass

For the horse lover that just can’t get enough even when they’re not at the barn. With this subscription based membership site, you gain access to an incredible library of courses taught by many of the great minds, riders, trainers and influencers in our industry.

**For The “Almost There” Equestrian**

For the horse-girl who is thinking about taking the leap into horse ownership but doesn’t know where to start.

This tailor-made guide to horse-ownership sets the stage for what to expect from the expenses, to the buying and trialing to the vet check.

So You’re Going To Buy A Horse? walks you through common practices, demystifies significant expenses and builds your budding horse vocabulary leaving you feel informed and confident as you explore the world of horse ownership.

Download the guide and email the perfect gift!

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Whatever the occasion happy gifting! I hope the horse-person in your life loves what you buy them!