Christmas Gifts for Horse Lovers

If someone in your life is a horse owner, or just a dedicated horse lover, there are many ways to express your love when the holiday season rolls around. There are many wonderful Christmas gift ideas for horse owners, including new tack, show clothing and decorative items for the home. The right gift for your friend or family member will depend on a number of factors, including the taste and style of the recipient, and of course your gift budget.

  1. New Tack

    • If your friend's saddle and bridle have seen better days, the Christmas season is a perfect time to treat your favorite horse lover to replacement tack. Keep in mind that a quality Western or English saddle can cost upwards of $1,000. If that is not in your budget, you might be able to find a gently used saddle for one-third to half the price. Other less costly gift ideas include a new bridle, a new halter or a new set of horse boots.

    Embroidered Jacket

    • For a one-of-a-kind gift idea, consider making your friend a custom-embroidered jacket featuring the likeness of his or her own horse. These jackets are available from a number of sources, including clothing shops and horse-related Internet retailers. Take a picture of your friend's horse with you as you shop; having a photograph available will make it easier for the creator to match the color and markings of the animal.

    Hosehair Jewelry

    • For a very special gift, consider buying a custom-made bracelet created from real horsehair. You can even have the jewelry crafted from strands of your friend's horse, so the next time you visit, snag a couple of pieces of mane or tail hair.

    Photo Collage

    • A photo collage frame filled with pictures of your friend's horse if she is a horse owner, or general horse pictures if she is not, is a great gift for any horse owner. The photo collage you give is sure to become the focal point of any room it is placed in.