(Optional) Identify methods and characteristics used to market horses.

Identification should include

  • a horse's characteristics, such as age, size, uses, and genetics/pedigree
  • contracts, cost shares, or investments
  • public or private ownership
  • business
  • pleasure
  • therapy
  • slaughter.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why might a person purchase a horse as an investment?
  • Why should a buyer ride a horse before purchasing it?
  • What is the importance of a horse's pedigree?