| The internet has made it easier than ever to connect | | | | 8. - Include notable background information and |
| buyers and sellers for just about anything: cars, wine, | | | | something about the personality of the animal |
| antiques, computer parts, even horses. Horse | | | | Remember online communication is instantaneous - so |
| directories and forums let a buyer from WA browse | | | | if you're dishonest about your offering, word can |
| horses for sale in Victoria, or even from overseas. | | | | spread through the community like wildfire. |
| If you're new to the web space - putting up a good | | | | - Include visuals - when it comes to selling a horse, a |
| classified for a horse can be a bit tricky at first. Where | | | | picture really is worth a thousand words. Provide a |
| do you post your ad and what should it say? How can | | | | clear image of the entire body of the animal - you |
| I be sure I'm selling my horse to someone who will | | | | might even want to include a picture of the horse in |
| treat her right? Here are some tips to putting the best | | | | action. Another technology to consider is including a |
| foot forward when it comes to selling horses online: | | | | web video, buyers can instantly see how the horse |
| - Write a detailed, informative and honest ad. The | | | | moves which can be a strong selling point. |
| most important tip to writing an online classified is to be | | | | - Arrange for a ride - congratulations - someone is |
| honest and present as much information as you can | | | | interested in checking out your horse! Be sure she's |
| about your animal. The internet means buyers are | | | | beautifully presented and in top physical shape - and |
| generally savvier about the specifics that they're | | | | that goes for the premises she's kept on too. |
| looking for and they have more options to choose | | | | Remember that an inspection is not only a time for the |
| from. If your ad lacks detail, it's easy for a buyer to | | | | potential buyer to get a closer look at the animal, but |
| breeze over it and on to the next listing. Specifically, | | | | for you (and your horse!) to check out the people who |
| buyers are interested in learning about: | | | | are buying - so you can be rest assured she's going to |
| | | | a good home. |
| 1. - Breed | | | | Keep in mind that online ads are just one way to sell a |
| 2. - Discipline: Show, Jumping, All-Rounder | | | | horse. Classifieds, especially in horse trade publications |
| 3. - Age | | | | are still one of the most successful ways to sell an |
| 4. - Gender | | | | animal - and so is word of mouth. Get the word out |
| 5. - Is the animal broken? | | | | there in local communities and you'll find your horse a |
| 6. - Riding level | | | | great home in no time! |
| 7. - History and Pedigree | | | | |