I’m 19 and currently a college student. my bf(19) and I are planning on moving into an apartment in the next year or so but I’ve having a hard time saving money and paying for school without loans. I pay for everything from has to medical bills so it’s getting really hard with a low income job.
Any advice for young saving?
I have a very little seat for an adult saddle (I use 14/15 inch seat). I've been using a kids saddle which is ok but isn't as durable or nice looking. Would I need to custom order one or do places sell small seated adult saddles? I ride western btw
The horse I'm leasing was trained with spurs so he just doesn't feel my heels when I try to use pressure to turn. I don't personally love to use spurs but I feel like I'm going to have to. What kind of spurs are the softest and most gentle?
Edit: Thank you for all the suggestions! I personally am just really nervous about using spurs since I never really have before and don't want to accidentally hurt my horse! I'm not against them at all I just haven't used them much and feel nervous to.
The indoor wash stall at my barn is deemed the "scary wash stall". It's an old-fashioned building and it's just a large, dark cinderblock room. I don't blame my horse for not like it, but it does make bathing a lot easier. Do I just use treats to get him used to it before actually using it with him?
I've never been the most found of running barrels. They are fun a I'd like something more technical or just different that I could still compete in. I only ride western so show jumping it out of the question. Any ideas?
I (19 f) rode horses my whole childhood. I have started working at a barn the summer and also leasing. I want to be able to build a bond and have my own companion to ride and love on. The kicker is I am a college student 4 hours away from home. If I had a horse of my own I'd have to drive them up to school and back. My school is in Northern Minnesota, so it does get really cold.
I know I shouldn't buy a horse now and pay for school at the same time but there is one 3y mare that I know the owner of and she is selling. She is the sweetest and was professionally trained.
How much money/when should I start looking to buy my own?
Edit: thank you for the help! I don't feel like I get enough out of my lease (3 days a week) so maybe I can up my days!