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If you want to buy a horse, then horse auctions are a great place to look.Horse auctions are one of the greatest places to get a great horse. But you need to use your better judgment and common sense in at least the same way you would if you were buying a new appliance or a car. When you go, there are some things you really need to avoid.

Don't

- Purchase a horse impulsively. There are some cases where horses are doped up on drugs that make them seem healthy and calm. As rare as this is, you should still make the effort to double check. Ask the dealer if you can try out the horse before you buy it. A good horse dealer won't mind.

- Get a young pony for your kids. A lot of people seem to do this at horse auctions. It's a nice idea on the surface, but in truth, no beginner should buy an inexperienced horse. This is especially important if the horse is going to be around children. You want a horse that will be calm and relaxed. An older horse is a great choice.

- Purchase a horse based on color! A surprising number of people seem to do this. No matter how much you love a certain color, you need to check the horse's overall temperament, health, and demeanor before you commit. Those are the most important considerations.

- Purchase a horse that you aren't prepared to take care of. Keeping a horse is a huge expense. If you or someone else won't be taking care of the horse every single day, you'll be neglecting the horse. You'll still have to buy food even if you lose your job or would rather buy a new entertainment center.

With those tips out of the way, horse auctions are a great place to buy horses, and providing you have all you need to take care of a horse, good luck!

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