Horse Related Gifts

Shopping for an equestrian can be a difficult task for those who have no knowledge of horse equipment or horse-related fads. Luckily, most horse enthusiasts will love anything remotely related to horses. You do not have to visit a tack shop or farmer's supply store to find the perfect gift. Many of these gift ideas are available online or at local department stores.

  1. Model Horses

    • Model-horse collecting has been a popular hobby for years. Many young girls start collecting models of their favorite breeds as a way to enjoy horses without the expense. There are nearly as many accessories available for model horses as there are for real horses. These collections often follow children into adulthood. Many collectors compete with their models, as they would with a real horse, at live model-horse shows and events. Even a horse enthusiast who is not a collector likely would proudly display a model that resembles his own horse.

    Clothing

    • Most department and discount stores that sell clothing have a few selections of T-shirts that feature a horse. Specialty stores online offer a full range of clothing accented with horses, horseshoes and tack. For horse owners who live in colder climates, winter clothing is useful to provide warmth while doing barn chores.

    Arts and Crafts

    • Many equestrians turn their love of horses into a decorative theme in their homes. Wall art and statues featuring horses are available both online and in retail stores. Many craft shows feature handmade arts and crafts that incorporate horses in their design.

    Videos and Books

    • There are a wide variety of training and instructional videos available for nearly every aspect of riding and horse care. If you know the preferred riding style of the horse lover for whom you are shopping, consider purchasing instructional videos or books geared to the discipline. There are many books available that feature heartwarming short stories about horses and their riders. These tales are often a welcome alternative to being at the stable when the weather is bad.

    Gift Cards

    • A good alternative to a traditional gift is a gift card for one of the equine health or tack retailers online. Keeping a horse is an expensive endeavor, and a gift card can be used to purchase needed supplies or luxuries a rider would not normally buy on his own.