Things You'll Need
- Size of miniature horse
- Size of child riding the horse (if necessary)
Instructions
Measure the miniature horse from the ground near his front hoof and up to the withers (bony 'hill' area at the front of the back and base of mane) to figure out the horse's height. Measure the back from the withers to the point just before the tallest part of his rump to figure out the maximum length of the saddle.
Visit local tack shops to look for miniature saddles. Most tack shops do not carry miniature saddles in stock but can order them. Ask a shop if they can order a saddle without you having to purchase it. You can try the saddle on the miniature horse to make sure it's a good fit without wasting money.
Use the measurements of the horse to order the right size saddle. When ordering in a tack store or online, speak to someone who has handled miniature horse saddles. Let them know the measurements you took so the professional can help you get the right size and fit for your miniature horse.
Decide what type of miniature horse saddle you need. Most miniature horse saddles are made for decoration only. They look like real saddles but may not be made well enough to hold a rider properly. Some miniature saddles are made for very small children and toddlers to ride in. These may be slightly more expensive than decorative saddles. When ordering, specify to the saddle company what you need the saddle for.
Tell the saddle company the size and weight of the child that will be riding the miniature horse. After the correct saddle is chosen for the miniature horse, the right seat size should be chosen according to the size of the rider. Seat size is measured according to the height and weight of the rider.