29 Best Horse Gifts for Riders and Horse Lovers

Our top pick for anyone who owns or leases a horse. Grooming kits get borrowed, lost and dropped in the shavings, so a fresh, matched set in its own tote is a gift that gets used before every ride. The six outside pockets hold fly spray, a mane comb and a spare hoof pick, and the drawstring top keeps dust out between visits.

An ideal stocking stuffer or add-on for a rider. Every horse person picks hooves before and after every ride, and hoof picks vanish constantly in arenas and grooming totes. The bright color and comfortable grip make this one easier to find and kinder on cold hands in winter.

If you are not sure what a horse owner needs, treats are the safest bet, and Stud Muffins are the brand many horses will ignore everything else for. The 60 ounce tub covers months of post-ride rewards. Pair it with a card from the horse and you have a gift both of them will enjoy.

A thoughtful pick for owners whose horses spend long winter stretches in a stall. Boredom leads to cribbing, weaving and chewed boards, and a treat ball turns a handful of pellets into twenty minutes of entertainment. Having two means one can live in the paddock and one in the barn.

Horses find ways to cut themselves on everything, and most owners have a half-empty bucket of mismatched supplies instead of a proper kit. This one is organized and ready to throw in the trailer for shows and trail rides. It is a practical gift that says you care about the horse as well as the rider.

For the owner with a crowded tack room or a home barn under construction. Bridles hung on nails crack at the crown, and a row of proper hooks is one of those upgrades people never buy for themselves. Six hooks cover bridles, halters, lead ropes and a spare set of reins.

Ideal for riders who keep lessons going through winter. Regular winter gloves are too bulky to feel the reins, and summer riding gloves leave fingers numb by the second lap. These hit the middle, and the touchscreen tips mean they can text the farrier without stripping off a glove in the cold.

Perfect for an English rider who hauls gear to lessons or shows. Tall boots are expensive and crease badly when thrown in a car trunk, and a helmet should not be rattling around loose. One bag for both keeps the expensive gear protected and makes it easy to grab and go.

A smart, affordable gift for any rider who wears a helmet, which should be all of them. Helmets that get dropped need replacing, so a padded bag protects a real investment. It is a good choice for younger riders heading to lessons as well as adults.

For trail riders, older riders and anyone who comes home sore after three hours in a hard saddle. It goes on and off in a minute, so it does not commit them to anything. Western riders on the ranch side of horse life will appreciate it more than any horseshoe trinket.

One of our three top picks because it works for horse lovers who ride and those who never have. The black horse silhouette feels more grown-up than cartoon horse jewelry, and sterling silver means it will not turn green at the barn. A good choice for a birthday or Christmas for a wife, mother or friend.

The snaffle bit is the insider symbol of English riding, and this bracelet delivers the look of designer equestrian jewelry for about the price of a lesson tip. It is subtle enough for the office, which suits adult riders who want a nod to their hobby without a horse head on their wrist.

A fun gift for teen riders, barn friends or a gift exchange where the budget is tight. Eight pairs means they can wear horses all week, and novelty socks are one of the few things that never feel like clutter. They also tuck nicely into a stocking next to a hoof pick.

An easy everyday gift for a horse lover who will use it to carry boots, grooming gloves or a library haul. Riders often need a bag that can get dirty, and canvas washes clean. Fill it with treats and a pair of horse socks for a bundled gift under $50.

The splurge on this list, and the one for a horse lover with a big empty wall over the sofa or bed. Galloping horses are a classic subject, and at almost five feet wide this reads as real art rather than a poster. Measure the wall first; it is a big piece.

Horse head bookends are a traditional equestrian decor piece, the kind you see in tack shop offices and old hunt clubs. These suit a horse lover with a growing shelf of riding books, and they pair perfectly with Black Beauty or the DK Horse Encyclopedia from the books section.

For the Western rider or ranch family. A horseshoe hung over the door is an old luck tradition, and this cast iron version feels like it belongs on a barn wall rather than in a gift shop. It is heavy and well made, which suits people who live with real horseshoes.

A good office gift for a racing fan or rider who wants a reminder of the barn at work. The horse-and-rider pose captures movement better than most static horse figurines, and the size works on a desk without taking over. It is also a fine retirement or promotion gift for a horse person.

A cozy pick for horse-crazy girls and anyone who likes a Western look in their room. It is small enough to toss in the car for chilly horse shows or a trip to the rodeo. Kids who read horse books at bedtime will claim it immediately.

An easy small gift for a coworker, teacher or barn friend who loves horses. Riders drink a lot of coffee on early barn mornings, and this one is pretty enough to keep on the desk instead of the tack room. Add Stud Muffins for the horse and you have covered both.

Breyer is the name in model horses, and many adult riders still have their childhood collection on a shelf. This Fire Horse edition marks a specific year, which makes it a meaningful pick for a collector or for anyone born in a Year of the Horse. It is a good bridge gift between kids and grown-up horse lovers.

The big wow gift for a horse-crazy child who already has a few Schleich horses. A stable with a house, paddock and moving parts turns loose figurines into a whole world, and it keeps kids busy for hours. It is the one under the tree that gets opened first and played with until spring.

A sweet small gift for a toddler or young child who points at every horse out the car window. It is realistic rather than cartoonish, which horse-loving kids tend to prefer, and it fits in a backpack for lesson days. A nice add-on to a bigger gift like the Schleich set.

A good pick for a horse lover who winds down with a puzzle on a winter weekend. The autumn ranch scene has enough variety in color and texture to keep it satisfying, and the reference poster helps. It is also a nice family gift for a household with a rider in it.

An inexpensive gift that feels more special than its price. Card games at the barn, at the horse show between classes or on a ranch vacation are a tradition for a lot of riding families, and a deck with a different horse on every card makes it more fun. Great for a white elephant or stocking.

Our budget top pick, and arguably the most important horse book ever written. Plenty of riders first fell for horses through Black Beauty, so a handsome hardcover is a nostalgic gift for adults and a perfect first classic for a horse-mad 9 or 10 year old. Write a note on the flyleaf and it becomes a keepsake.

The book for a horse lover who wants to know the difference between a Haflinger and a Fjord. It is a reference young riders will pore over and adults will keep on the coffee table. Pair it with the horse head bookends for a gift that looks great on a shelf.

A low-key gift for a teen or adult who loves horses and likes to unwind with colored pencils. Detailed horse portraits are more satisfying to color than generic mandalas for a horse person. Add a set of good pencils for a relaxing winter gift.

A timely gift for the end of the year. Persis Clayton Weirs paints horses with a dreamy, painterly quality, and many people frame their favorite months afterward. It suits a barn office, kitchen or home desk, and it is easy to mail to a horse-loving relative.