Holiday Gifts Your Horse Loving Friends Will Love
Shopping for a horse enthusiast can be difficult, especially if it isn’t your area of expertise. Let us help inspire you with a fantastic list of equine-themed items, perfect for any budget!
The list below is an excellent starting point to help you find the perfect present. Whether you mix and match or add a few custom touches, these items are sure to make that favorite person on your shopping list smile.
Between the Ears® Equestrian Affirmation Deck
Sometimes the best gift for a horse person has nothing to do with their horse. Between the Ears® is a 50-card equestrian affirmation deck filled with thoughtful, funny horse-life wisdom for navigating confidence, comparison, setbacks, hard days, and life beyond the barn. Pull a card before a ride, keep the deck in a tack trunk, or display favorites to review every day.
Because horse life gives us plenty of reasons to work on what’s happening between our ears.
Give a little Joy Between the Ears
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: Encouraging and meaningful horse gift for equestrians of all disciplines
- Why We Love It: The messages are written specifically for horse people, making it feel much more personal than generic inspirational gifts
- Pair it With: A handwritten note, cozy blanket, or favorite treats for the human—not the horse
Where to buy it: Stable Mind
Rider’s Block® Equestrian Activity Decks
Give them something they can actually take to the barn and use. Rider’s Block® is a deluxe card deck packed with 145 riding exercises, barn activities, games, and challenges for those “What should I do with my horse today?” moments.
Choose the All-Purpose Edition for riders across disciplines or the Jumper Edition for equestrians who love poles, courses, and getting off the ground.
No sizes, saddle measurements, or knowledge of their horse’s highly specific preferences required.
Give the gift of better barn days.
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: Practical horse gift for riders and horse owners of many ages
- Why We Love It: Five categories—Train, Connect, Think, Play, and Challenge—offer inspiration beyond simply schooling another 20-meter circle
- Pair it With: Horse treats, a riding journal, or a new pair of riding gloves for a barn-ready gift
Where to buy it: Stable Mind
Horse Pour® Equestrian Cocktail & Mocktail Deck
Shopping for an adult horse lover who appreciates a good drink and an even better horse joke? Horse Pour® serves up 60 equestrian-inspired cocktail and mocktail recipes, from classics with horsey twists to original creations like the
Each recipe features original “show photography,” clever horse-world storytelling, and Mock Injections for alcohol-free alternatives.
Horse Pour® is almost as much fun to read as it is to drink your way through.
Shaken, not spurred recipes for the home “barntender”
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: Equestrian entertaining and horse-lover gift
- Why We Love It: Premium keepsake packaging with silver foil accents makes it feel special enough to put straight under the tree
- Pair it With: Cocktail glasses, barware, or ingredients for one of the recipes for a complete horse-person happy hour
Where to buy it: Stable Mind
Horse Ornament
While Christmas ornaments can seem cliché at first, these particular ornaments really elevate this gift idea to the next level. Classy Equine Gifts, an Etsy shop, has a variety of incredible horse ornaments. The design and details are perfect! Whether your horse-crazy person loves paints or Appaloosas,
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: These ornaments work great as a stocking stuffer, gift wrap element, or add-on to any other gift to make it more horse-centric. Great for all age groups!
- Customer Reviews Say: This shop has stellar reviews—these ornaments are both beautiful and high-quality.
- Pair it With: This gift makes for the perfect add-on to anything else on your shopping list! Need more inspiration? Keep reading ????
Horseshoe Wine Rack
This cast iron wine bottle holder is made from six horseshoes, welded together to hold three bottles of wine. We love it because it’s horse-themed without being overdone—this wine rack would make a great addition to any wine lover’s collection, equine-enthusiast or not. The smaller size means it could fit in anywhere!
To sweeten the deal, might you consider including three bottles of wine with it?
Click to see it at Amazon
- Gift Category: This gift is definitely made for the >21 crowd that enjoys a glass of vino!
- Customer Reviews Say: Excellent quality and perfect for the horse/wine lover
- Pair it With: A few bottles of wine….or perhaps keep scrolling and review the Wine Glass Charms a little farther down in this list?
Horse-opoly
This board game is a twist on the classic Monopoly™ game. A property trading game, it includes a game board and paper money. We like that it comes with both a “standard play” option or a one-hour version for 2-6 players.
The playing cards also include fun horsey facts.
Click to see it at Horse-Opoly
- Gift Category: Family-friendly, or good for kids 8 & up!
- Customer Reviews Say: Reviewers say this game is fun, for both kids and adults—it makes for a great gift.
- Pair it With: This game would work fine as a stand-alone gift.
Wrangler Vintage Western Throw
This horse-themed blanket makes a great gift for any age group. Measuring 54”x68”, this plush Sherpa throw is super soft and comfortable. Machine washable with a western theme, this blanket is both functional and stylish.
It’s made by Carstens, a Pacific Northwest-based business specializing in premium home décor for lodges and cabins.
Click to see it at Amazon
- Gift Category: This gift fits any age range and is both practical and thoughtful.
- Customer Reviews Say: This blanket is high quality and a good size
- Pair it With: This blanket makes us want to curl up in front of a fire…might we suggest matching it with a mug, some hot cocoa, or a good book?
Custom Sign
These custom metal signs are perfect for a ranch, backyard stable, small business, or even stall identification! It comes in several colors and the design is gorgeous. These signs measure 15”x12” and have the option to include a hanging kit. Personalize it with a name!
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: This gift is customizable! The quality is top-notch. Be sure to budget additional lead time for this one since it is made-to-order.
- Customer Reviews Say: Customers are impressed—these are high-quality signs that ship fast.
- Pair it With: This item would work great as a stand-alone gift.
Holiday Horse-Themed Coasters
These coasters are the perfect way to mix horses with some holiday cheer! Choose from three different materials for the coasters and a variety of color options for the coaster stands. If you are looking for something for use a little more year-round, this shop has other horse-themed options as well.
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: Practical, great stocking-stuffer or complementary gift
- Customer Reviews Say: This item is cute and shipped fast.
- Pair it With: May we suggest some cold beverages that necessitate a coaster?
Western Wristlet
This hand-made wristlet is crafted from Brazilian cowhide and measures 8” x 5”. The shop offers a variety of patterns—if you contact them directly, you can choose a specific color/pattern from their existing inventory!
This wristlet will hold money, credit cards, and smaller items and can be used on its own or thrown into a larger bag.
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: This is a great gift for women who like Western-styled clothes & accessories. We recommend this for ages 15 and up!
- Customer Reviews Say: Buyers LOVE this item, and this shop!
- Pair it With: Consider a matching keychain, coin wallet, or coaster—all available from Western Leather Shop
Horseshoe Nail Wine Glass Charms
These wine glass charms are made from actual horseshoe nails! They come with a variety of colored satin cords and are perfect for helping you remember which glass was yours at a party. Packaged in a gift box, the metal will patina over time. If shiny is more your style, simply buff with some steel wool.
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: This is perfect for the >21 crowd that enjoys wine!
- Customer Reviews Say: “Adorable gift—so cute I bought myself a set after giving them as a gift.”
- Pair it With: This gift would pair perfectly with a bottle of wine and set of glasses!
Breyer Horse Advent Calendar
Why yes, Breyer does make a horse-themed advent calendar! Buy and deliver before Dec 1 for a 25-day equine countdown to Christmas.
This equine advent calendar includes 40 hidden treasures, including Breyer horses, a unicorn, and various barn/riding accessories.
Click to see it at Amazon
- Gift Category: Great for kids, but not the little ones! This gift has small pieces.
- Customer Reviews Say: “A new little gift each day—this calendar was a lot of fun.”
- Pair it With: This is an excellent gift designed to lead up to Christmas! You may want to consider another gift to open on Christmas day…might we suggest a larger-sized Breyer horse?
Engraved Horse Rolling Pin
The Great British Baking Show® has seen a lot of success on Netflix…and home baking is rising in popularity. If you know someone who loves baking AND horses, an engraved rolling pin may be a super creative gift to consider! This particular rolling pin is embossed with wild horses for some custom horse-themed Christmas cookies!
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: Anyone obsessed with The Great British Baking Show, or a baking enthusiast that also enjoys horses.
- Customer Reviews Say: It’s great to be able to combine passions for horses and cooking in one gift.
- Pair it With: A cookbook or horse-themed ornament would pair nicely with this item!
Horse iPhone Case
Create a custom illustrated iPhone case for your horse-obsessed loved one! To buy this, you’ll need to know exactly what iPhone model it is for, as the dimensions can change between models. You’ll also need a reasonably high-quality photo where the horse’s face is clear, unobstructed, and well-lit. Feel free to send a few options and the artist will create the one that will work best for the design! You’ll get a proof to approve (& 1 free edit) before going to print.
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: This is an excellent, customized gift for an iPhone user!
- Customer Reviews Say: Graphics are amazing, and the shop owner works hard to create a quality design.
- Pair it With: This makes a great stand-alone gift. Be sure to budget extra time as it’s highly customizable.
Horse Head Squirrel Feeder
This hanging squirrel feeder is positioned so that the squirrel must stand on its hind legs to eat out of it—which yes, makes it look like the squirrel is wearing a horse mask.
I personally find this absolutely hilarious and cannot wait until squirrels move into my neighborhood so I can fully appreciate this gift!
Click to see it at Amazon
- Gift Category: This is more of a gag gift. If you’re shopping for someone who likes feeding wildlife, and want to get some fantastic entertainment points, this gift is worth considering.
- Customer Reviews Say: “It’s a horse squirrel feeder. What more do you need in life?” In all seriousness, one reviewer recommended hanging 9” off the ground and using wire to hang it (little fuzzy buddies can chew through string.) Apparently peanut butter also works well if you’re trying to snag some fun photos!
- Pair it With: We really think this gift stands alone!
Horse Wall Decals
Shopping for a pre-teen, horse-crazy girl? Consider this set of 30 Horse Wall Decals! This set comes with six 11.8” x 7.8” sheets with various wild horses on each.
Plus, they are super easy to both stick and remove! Use on any flat, dry, clean surface—walls, windows, or doors.
Click to see it at Amazon
- Gift Category: This is perfect for a horse-crazy girl in that 5–12-year-old age range.
- Customer Reviews Say: The horses are bright colored and look realistic.
- Pair it With: This gift would go great with a young adult, horse-themed book!
Wild Horse Puzzle
Puzzles have increased in popularity recently, and this one is no exception! This puzzle features wild horses from Assateague Island. With 252 puzzle pieces, the finished product will measure 10” x 13.5.”
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: Most fun for kids aged 8+ (and adults!!) This would also make a great family activity.
- Customer Reviews Say: Excellent quality and fun for friends and family.
- Pair it With: A puzzle would pair well with a horse-themed ornament, sweets, or a hot beverage!
Tack & Gear Carriers
Etsy shop Custom Horse & Hound uses Tough 1 bags (known to be high quality!) and monograms them for a personalized tough. There are a TON of thread colors and font options to make these items truly unique.
Click to see it at Etsy
Why It Makes a Great Gift:
- Gift Category: These items are perfect for anyone who shows or has to haul riding gear back and forth between home and the barn.
- Customer Reviews Say: Shipping is fast, and customer service is wonderful!
- Pair it With: Mix and match or buy the whole set!
Where to Buy It:
Frequently Asked Questions:
We are mildly obsessed with the Horse Head squirrel feeder—we’ve heard it makes for some fantastic photos and videos!
What’s the best budget gift?
Consider who you are buying for—if you happen to know what discipline they ride, or what their horse looks like, consider a horse ornament somewhat specific to them. These ornaments receive high marks from both horsey-people and non, so you can rest assured they are good quality, physiologically accurate, and beautiful.
What’s the best family-friendly gift?
Consider a board game, such as Horse-opoly or Herd Your Horses. These games are generally a horse-themed twist on a classic, so they can be fun for everyone to play whether you are horse-obsessed or not!
Parting Thoughts
There can be a lot of pressure to find the perfect Christmas gift for your loved one! This list can make for a great starting point. Consider pairing similar items together to create a themed gift that will be sure to “wow.” A hand-written card is always a nice additional touch. And remember—oftentimes it is the thought that counts, so don’t stress the details!
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Sources/References: https://www.thisiswhyimbroke.com/gifts-for-horse-lovers/
