Why is it so hard to find an Andalusian under saddle?
As of 2006 there are approximately 10,000 Andalusians in the United States. There simply aren’t enough horses in the country to have a plentiful supply of riding age horses. The prices for any older trained horses reflect this and make them out of reach for many buyers. Countries with huge farms and breeder friendly weather year round make it easier and more economical for them to keep horses around until they are saddle age. Then you have to consider the cost of importation and perhaps not knowing the full history and how that horse was raised and treated. Most people shopping for an Andalusian end up realizing that a young horse is the way go and end up really enjoying the bond and connection they can have by the time the horse is old enough to train. If you see the horse of your dreams but he’s just a year or two younger than you would like, I suggest snapping him up. He won’t be around later on for sale!
