Dr. Cesar Parra Offers Horse Purchasing Tips

Aside from teaching, Cesar Parra is also an expert at buying and selling horses. He has come to develop an instinct for finding the perfect match between horse and rider. Riding style and personality are always perfectly in sync when Dr. Parra helps make the purchase. Because of this skill, Dr. Parra has several tips for people in the market for a new horse. These tips are useful to keep in mind as you begin the purchasing process:

• Don’t buy on emotion: It’s easy to instantly fall in love with a horse you’ve gone to check out. Try to put emotions aside and decide whether the horse is actually the perfect fit.
• Ask plenty of questions: You might feel bothersome asking questions as you look at a horse, but it’s worth it to do so. Asking questions is an extremely important way to find out about that horse’s past, potential health issues, and overall temperament. Sometimes the owner will accidentally let information slip as he or she talks to you. This information can clue you to in to potentially expensive medical problems and other issues you might not have heard about otherwise.
• Impulse buying: Buying a horse is exciting, and it’s tempting to purchase the first animal you see so you can begin your training. However, purchasing a horse on impulse can lead to regret and frustration. Dr. Cesar Parra encourages you to fight the urge to buy right away, and instead take a significant amount of time to consider your options.
• Talk first, and then visit:  When you discover a horse that catches your attention, it’s tempting to drive right out to see the animal. This can result in heartbreak, especially if you have a young rider who might get emotionally attached. It’s best to call first and find out more about the horse’s medical history and personality. When you believe you might have a good match, then it’s time to go meet the horse. This will keep you and your child from getting invested in a horse that has medical issues or a personality that won’t fit your rider.

Cesar Parra Shares Must-Know Purchasing Pointers

Dr. Parra is familiar with the ins and outs of buying a horse, and knows that the process can seem daunting for many. He advises all potential buyers to have a veterinarian take a look at the horse you’re considering before you purchase the animal. Even the most beautiful, lovable animals may have unseen medical conditions and it’s important to know this before you buy.

Cesar Parra has decades of experience buying and selling horses. Dr. Cesar Parra uses this experience and knowledge to help his students make the perfect purchase based on riding style and personality. Cesar Parra believes that buying a horse is an important process that requires thought and careful analysis.