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If you want to buy a horse, then horse auctions are a great place to look.Horse auctions are one of the greatest places to get a great horse. But you need to use your better judgment and common sense in at least the same way you would if you were buying a new appliance or a car. So when you go, there are some things you really need to avoid.

Don't

- Don't buy a horse based on impulse or a 'feeling'. There are some horses that are given drugs in order to make them appear calm and healthy. As rare as this is, you should still make the effort to double check. Don't be afraid to ask the dealer if you can 'try before you buy.' If this is a good horse dealer, he or she shouldn't mind.

- Purchase a young pony for your children. A lot of people seem to do this at horse auctions. While it's a nice idea, the truth is that no beginner should purchase an inexperienced horse, and especially if the horse will be around children. It's a better idea to purchase an older horse that is calm and relaxed.

- Choose a horse by its color! You'd be amazed by how many people seem to do this. You may have a certain color that you would love to have, but it's important to check the overall health, demeanor, and temperament of a horse before you purchase it.

- Buy a horse when you aren't ready to take proper care of it. Keeping and caring for a horse is a major expense. If you or someone else won't be taking care of the horse every single day, you'll be neglecting the horse. The horse will still need you to buy food for it, regardless if you lose your job or would rather but something new and exciting.

If you keep those tips in mind and have everything you need to take care of your horse, you are well on your way to finding a great horse at a horse auction. Good luck!

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