Everything you need to know about buying a dressage horse in Europe

Many of the world’s top dressage horses come from just a few European countries. Each year, buyers from the United States, the Gulf, China, India, and other places travel there to find the right horse. While this can be a rewarding experience, it is also easy to make costly mistakes. Challenges like distance, language barriers, unfamiliar paperwork, and the sheer number of horses can make things difficult for buyers who do not have a clear plan.

This knowledge base is here to help you make a plan. You can search for information or start with the topic you need most, whether it’s choosing a horse, understanding the costs, managing the purchase, bringing your horse home, or helping it settle in.