Selecting the Right HorseGary Gibson

Gibson Training Center

Key Questions to Ask What do you want to do with your

horse?• Showing• Trail riding• Pleasure riding

Is this horse built to do what I want to do?

What’s your experience and comfort level?

Is he a match for my riding ability?

Key Questions to Ask Is his behavior consistent? Is the horse responsive, respectful

and willing? Will the horse pass a vet check? What can you afford? Remember, the

actual price of the horse is only a small fraction of your expense!

Western Pleasure

Ranch Horse

Reining

Showmanship

English

Pleasure Riding

Same horse, different disciplines

What do you think?