Placing your Advert

How to place your advert

• If you are selling a horse, go to the Horses and Ponies Section by selecting the "Horses & Ponies" tab at the top of the page.
• Select "Selling" from the menu on the left hand side. Select "Place Your Ad Now" or "Place Ad" at the bottom of the screen.
• If you are selling any other item, select "Classified Adverts".

• Complete the details on the advert form. Please read the guidelines below for further information on getting the best from your advert.
• Upload up to four images for your horse or pony direct by clicking on "Browse". You may place an advert without photographs but they are generally recommended.
• Select the number of weeks you wish to place your advert from the drop down list. Input any reference or discount voucher details.
• The cost of your advert will be automatically calculated for you if you click "Calculate Cost"

• Preview your advert to ensure you are happy with the contents. Any changes can be made by clicking the "Edit" button.
• Once you confirm you will be unable to return to the advert to make any changes. However, once the advert has been placed, you will be able to immediately make any amendments using the Edit function in your Account.

• Confirm you wish to proceed to SagePay who will securely process your payment details.

• Once your payment has been accepted, your advert will be published. You will receive an automatic email upon placing your advert confirming the details. If you do not, please check your email Spam Folders.

How to get the most from your Advert

Provide Detail

The more detail you provide in each section the greater chance of your horse being included in specific searches. Some information is mandatory and is marked * this is to ensure your horse can be easily found.

Advert Title

Think carefully about the title as this is often the first part of the advert potential buyers read and is therefore a key opportunity for you to attract attention to your horse or pony.

Description

Use the description section to include information about the horse which is not already covered in the form. This can include

- Breeding, details of the dam and sire.
- Temperament, for example, good temperament not marish.
- Fitness and current training.
- Competition results.
- Name of the trainer or rider if they are well known.
- Any vices or comments on general behaviour.
- Veterinary status, for example open to vetting

Photos

Photos are recommended and you can upload up to four images. Consider the impression you want to give potential buyers and carefully select a clear, sharp photo. It is helpful if it reflects the purpose for which you are selling, for example, a showjumper should reflect the horse's technique over a fence. A side on shot will give a good view of confirmation whereas a head only shot may indicate that the rest of the horse is being hidden for a reason. Photos should be no larger than 2000px by 3000px and up to 2MB.

Professional Photos

Where professional photos are being used, the photographer should be credited in the advert. It is the responsibility of the person placing the advert to ensure this occurs. Equestrian Needs Ltd asks you to confirm that you have permission to use the photo as part of the process of placing an advert. Equestrian Needs Ltd cannot be held responsible for any issues arising due to copyright protection on photographs.

Video Links

Videos are an excellent way to show your horse and are particularly useful for potential buyers who are not in the locality. Footage should be uploaded onto a site such as YouTube or similar and the address details added to the weblink option.

Activities

You may specify up to five activities for your horse. These should be the most relevant to your horse's experience or potential and are a key feature of any search carried out by potential buyers.

Price

We recommend that you include a price as most buyers have a budget and will search accordingly. There is no point in people responding to your advert if they do you have the funds to match your asking price. The key is to include a price and explanation on the value of your horse.

Advert Duration

Consider how long you want your advertisement to be available. You have the option of 2 weeks up to 12 weeks. No refund is available if you end your advert early. If you horse is unsold, your advert can be easily relisted.

Loan/Share

If you are placing a horse for loan or share, we recommend that you include any conditions such as location, activities and responsibilities. For more information on Loan/Share agreements click here

Email

Protect yourself, be aware of bogus buyers and scammers. You have the option to hide your email address from the advert if you prefer although bear in mind that this is a useful communication tool for potential buyers. Note that we will not ask you for debit or credit card or personal details by email and if you have any doubt about the authenticity of any emails received from EquestrianNeeds.com, please contact us. For more information on scammers click here