Gift Ideas for Horse Lovers

With the holiday season coming up, you may be wondering what to get for your equestrian friends. With horses being a rather niche (and pricey!) hobby, it can get really confusing for non-equestrians to pick out gifts for their horse loving counterparts, or for equestrians to find a gift for the winter barn party! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

Grooming Sets: Grooming is an essential part of horse care for equestrians, especially for those who participate in riding. There are many different types of brush sets available for gifting, with a variety of price points so you don’t have to break the bank, but you can still give a thoughtful gift. You can find horse grooming supplies and sets on Amazon, or you may look online for grooming sets sold by trusted horse supply companies, such as Dover Saddlery or Saddler’s Row.
New Saddle Pad: Saddle pads are a great way to personalize a gift for most riding disciplines while making the rider feel more confident with some new flashy gear. You can find different types of saddle pads for sale via Amazon, or through horse supply companies. For even more personalization and customization options, you can also find a creator on Etsy to get the riders’ name embroidered or stitched onto the saddle pad!
Matching Sets: Continuing on with the idea of saddle pads, another gift idea for horse loving friends and family are matching saddle pad sets. These come in various forms, with some sets including a matching saddle pad and riding shirt, while others may be more horse orientated with a matching saddle pad, ear bonnet, and/or brushing boots. You can find matching sets on sites like Etsy, and LeMieux.
Customized Everyday Items: Customized items such as bracelets, necklaces, belts, and other accessories can be a great gift for equestrians. It would also be a good idea to consider getting them a portrait of their horse, or even a customized painting. There are many different types of customized gift ideas that can be found through jewelers, artists, photographers, and leather shops.
Gift Cards: If you’re unsure of what to get your horse loving friends, gift cards are always a good option. Whether they are from tack shops or even your local coffee shop, gift cards are a universal gift appreciated by many.
Leather Cleaning Supplies: Something that many equestrians can always use are leather cleaning products. Because leather is a common item in every barn, leather soaps, conditioners, and oils can be a great gift for polishing up and maintaining new and old equipment.
Gift Basket: A good option for more artsy gift givers could be a gift basket! Your gift basket could contain any of the items mentioned above, plus other personal favorites such as candy or go-to snacks. Gift baskets are a great way to personalize gifts no matter the occasion, while leaving lots of room for budgeting.

No matter what you decide to give your horse loving friends, we hope that this list helped to ease the stress of searching for the perfect gift.

Happy Holidays from the English Equestrian!