I have been a horse lover for as long as I can remember and an instructor for over 16 years. In that time, I have received some rather... interesting... horsey gifts. This page is to assist those of you who don't know what to buy a horse loving friend.
Remember! - If it can be found in the mall and has a horse on it, it's not exactly a unique idea. Over the years I think I've been given every horse statue ever made by Hallmark. While I really appreciate the sentiment, I just don't need anymore horsey figurines.
Gift Certificates - Ok, so they are a little impersonal, but they are also welcome. Most of the bargain sites on this website offer gift certificates and I can guarantee you that horse people are quick to spend those gift certificates on their four legged friends. I'll buy something for my horse before taking advantage of a restaurant gift certificate. Sad, isn't it?
Want a more unique gift?
Here are some really cool websites with unique items for horse lovers.
HorseGift.com - Great custom items like etched glassware are available on this site. Wouldn't a personalized ornament make a nice gift for the horse person in your life? This site also has tons of home decor ideas and amazing murals. I can think of many horse crazy kids who would love a horse mural in their room. This site is a MUST SEE!
Horse-Gifts.com - A great site offering a huge variety of gifts in varying price ranges from $3 and up. Toys, kid gifts, special occasions, office products, etc are all on this site.
Cafe Press - Far from being horse specific, this sites sells just about every design that can be printed on a t-shirt or coffee mug. For example, search "dressage" and get over 3200 different dressage designs. I could easily spend all day searching this site. You won't find this selection in your local tack shop!
Back In The Saddle - This site is more for the Western enthusiast with lots of home decor items, apparel, and gift ideas. Animal Den - This site has breed specifc products.
