There are certain horse breeds that may not be appropriate for new riders or owners. They tend to be stubborn, easily startle at strangers and require more maintenance than other varieties.
Horses are large animals capable of biting or kicking when threatened. Selecting the appropriate horse is crucial for both your own protection as well as that of those around you.
1. Arabians
Arabian horses may be exquisite and majestic, but they’re not appropriate for novice equestrians just starting out. Their high energy levels may prove too much for new riders to handle; plus if it’s a stallion they could become aggressive during training and potentially cause accidents.
Stallions can also bite or kick during mating processes, posing serious danger to novices. Furthermore, Arabian horses are notoriously difficult to keep healthy due to poor dental health; any complications or illness could quickly emerge and compromise their wellbeing.
Although no horse breed is inherently bad, certain ones are particularly challenging for new riders and owners to manage, including:
2. Thoroughbreds
As much as horses may seem peaceful creatures without defenses against predators, they are actually wild creatures who can act aggressively for many reasons such as being scared, not having been desensitized enough, having an illness which causes pain or being too strong. No matter what it may be for, horses have incredible strength that could result in serious injuries if kicked or bit.
The worst horse breeds for beginners refer specifically to horses that were originally bred for racehorsing; these horses tend to be large, strong, fast, and have plenty of endurance; additionally they’re hot-blooded meaning they can become high-strung and energetic when being trained by beginners – this makes training them very difficult, especially as novice riders may get injured from bucks or kicks from them! As such it would be wise for beginner riders and first-time owners to opt for safer breeds like geldings or mares which have already been trained well instead.
3. Mustangs
Horses make for great partners when starting to ride, yet not all breeds are created equal. Their breed or parentage has a significant effect on how difficult or easy they are to ride – regardless of which discipline program was implemented when raising or disciplining them.
Mustangs are ideal for traversing difficult terrain due to their natural stamina; however, novice riders should avoid them due to their stubborn nature and potential aggression under certain conditions. You can find these horses in RDR2’s western map; however they do not appear at stables.
Suffolk Punch horses can be challenging to ride due to their compact frames and can become easily startled, which requires considerable effort from riders. Unfortunately, this breed only exists in nature and you have your choice between Red Chestnut or Bay Roan versions for your ride experience.
4. Akhal Tekes
Akhal Tekes horses are widely utilized by nomads to cross deserts due to their endurance, strength, intelligence, and adaptability in harsh conditions. Unfortunately for novice riders though, Akhal Tekes are too sensitive to feel their riders’ movements more readily than other breeds which may become stressful quickly and cause confidence issues quickly.
These horses can be stubborn and territorial when it comes to those close to them, becoming aggressive toward anyone that comes near. These traits make them one of the least suitable breeds for beginners.
Overall, beginner riders should avoid certain horse breeds because they can be difficult to control. Instead, it would be prudent to work with an experienced trainer in order to develop your riding skills and gain confidence before selecting a more suitable mount.
5. Shires
Shire draft horses may be great at pulling heavy loads, but beginners might find their height and weight intimidating; thus causing them to quickly lose interest in learning how to ride one. Furthermore, this also leaves riders vulnerable should the horse become scared as controlling its reaction becomes much more challenging than initially imagined.
Keep in mind that Shire horses can be very stubborn and take advantage of any fear from beginner riders to act in whatever way they see fit, making it important for beginners to avoid this breed while learning to ride.
6. Percherons
Percheron draft horses are among the largest in France. With their striking appearance and majestic appearance, these magnificent beasts make them popular choices for parades and exhibitions. While these horses may look grandiose when shown off at parades or exhibitions, beginners should avoid this breed due to its strength; their strong nature may cause them to go down unplanned paths that put riders in harm’s way and cause injuries to themselves and other riders.
Percherons should only be handled by experienced owners familiar with their temperament and training. Because these horses tend to develop health issues such as equine polysaccharide storage myopathy and osteochondritis dissecans (1), proper diet and plenty of space should be provided – including high-quality hay and grain feeding, vitamin supplements as needed and an environment free from dust or dirt that keeps the horse happy and healthy – an environment like Young Living’s exhibition team where March Viking belongs is also key in keeping these lovely horses happy and healthy! March Viking is one of these famous Percherons who belongs on Young Living’s exhibition team (3)
7. Trakehners
Trakehners are European warmblood horses that specialize in events such as show jumping and dressage. With elegant looks that exude nobility, large eyes and refined head features they are well suited to such competitions but require extensive training before being suitable for beginners.
Trakehner horses first emerged when King Friedrich established a stud farm to produce high-performance horses in 1732. His aim was to produce horses that looked beautiful while performing effectively; to accomplish this goal he combined native breeds with top quality English Thoroughbred and Arabian blood to produce Trakehners.
8. Friesians
Friesians are beautiful breeds to see, often appearing in films like Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones on Hollywood film sets and HBO television shows. Additionally, Friesians make excellent show horses who give 100% in competitions making them highly sought-after among professional riders.
Beagles are ideal mounts for novice riders as they are calm and accommodating, quickly forming close bonds with their human owners while enjoying receiving attention such as grooming sessions or being fed treats.
As with any horse, Friesian horses require regular veterinary care to remain healthy. This involves deworming them regularly and monitoring for metabolic illnesses like Cushing’s disease or laminitis (founder). Friesian coat colors include black, bay brown and grey; each variety boasting its own characteristics – Blesse, the black Friesian stallion being one example with thick mane and tail feathers!
9. Australian Brumbies
Though many horse breeds can make excellent first time mounts for beginners, certain ones should be avoided. These horses require additional maintenance costs and training time; furthermore they tend to be stubborn and easily startle themselves; one wrong cue could result in serious injury for an inexperienced rider.
Australian Brumbies, feral horses that have adapted to Australia’s harsh and unforgiving natural environment, live in wetlands, forests, tropical grasslands, semi-arid deserts and rocky ranges. Brumbies compete for resources with native animals while potentially altering alpine regions by altering soil structure or altering habitat stability.
Barmah, Victoria has recently seen rising tensions regarding wild horse management. Locals remain divided as to whether brumbies should be cullened. According to an open letter by scientists, officials appear to be caving in to pressure from pro-brumby lobbyists instead of following scientific evidence. A draft plan seeks to reduce their number in Kosciuszko National Park by up to 3,000 and protect 22% of area from them.