Owning or caring for a horse for the first time can feel overwhelming. There’s a lot to learn, and it’s not always easy to know what really matters versus what can wait.
This Beginner Guides section is designed to help new horse owners and riders build confidence with clear, simple explanations and practical advice.
Learning to recognise early signs of issues helps beginners feel more prepared and less anxious.
Simple handling skills make a big difference to safety and confidence.
Everyone starts somewhere. Take things one step at a time, ask questions, and remember that learning is part of being a good horse person.
Every horse owner — no matter how experienced — started as a beginner. Making mistakes is not a sign that you’re doing a bad job; it’s part of learning how to care for horses responsibly. The problem isn’t making mistakes — it’s repeating the same ones without understanding why they happen. Many beginner horse care … Read more
Feeding is one of the areas new horse owners worry about most — and with good reason. There is a lot of conflicting advice, long ingredient lists, and strong opinions about what horses should or shouldn’t eat. For beginners, this can quickly become overwhelming. The truth is that feeding horses does not need to be … Read more
One of the biggest breakthroughs for new horse owners happens when they realise that horses are communicating all the time — just not with words. Long before a horse reacts, spooks, refuses, or becomes unsettled, they usually give subtle signals through body language. For beginners, these signals are easy to miss. Many owners only notice … Read more
Learning how to handle a horse safely is one of the most important skills a beginner can develop. Horses are generally kind, intelligent animals, but they are also large, powerful, and sensitive. Even the quietest horse can react quickly if they feel confused, pressured, or frightened. For new owners and riders, handling can feel intimidating … Read more
One of the biggest worries for new horse owners is whether they’re doing the right things each day. Daily horse care doesn’t need to be complicated — but it does need to be consistent. A clear routine helps you: This guide breaks down a simple daily horse care routine for beginners, focusing on what truly … Read more
Owning or caring for a horse for the first time is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming. There’s a lot to learn, plenty of advice online, and not all of it is easy to understand or apply in real life. This beginner horse care guide is written by a horse person, for horse … Read more