- Horse value
An equine value or horse value pertains to the assessed value of a
horse in the opinion of a qualified appraiser. There are also online value calculators available, that can be an easy-to-use tool when used by an open and objective evaluator. Before using such tools it is important to have a complete understanding of horses and what attributes are important in evaluating horses. A horse is a unique individual and sometimes impossible to value. Horse value is usually used as a pre-qualification pricing factor related to the issuance of equine insurance or purchase.An objective evaluation of a horse's attributes such as:
conformation , disposition, training level,pedigree , intellect and temperament"'. The health, soundness and bad vices should be considered for overall purpose of the horse. In most cases veterinarians can perform a pre-purchase examine. For a proper horse valuation, a horse breed, color, age, sex and location of horse are also important factors for market demand considerations.Types of ridingMain article: EquestrianismSee also: English riding, Western riding, Dressage
Since the horse was domesticated, a wide variety of riding methods or styles have developed, all of which balance the need to allow the horse freedom of movement in activities such as horse racing or show jumping and the need for security of the rider, precision of commands and overall control as seen in activities such as dressage and reining. Worldwide, the most common modern riding style is referred to as English riding, which is a broad style that encompasses most Olympic Equestrian competition, and includes such specific styles as dressage, hunt seat, show jumping and saddle seat, among many others. Western riding is a popular style seen in North America, derived from the traditions of Spain, modified to fit the needs of cattle ranchers. A similar riding style is seen with the Stockman of Australia.
ee also
*
Equine conformation References
*http://pods.dasnr.okstate.edu/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-2083/F-4004web.pdf
*http://www.uaex.edu/Other_Areas/publications/PDF/FSA-3029.pdf
*http://www.myhorsevalue.com
Wikimedia Foundation. 2010.
