Start with your mare's daily care, then build a training routine that leads to a competition she can handle. Put what you earn toward the building that solves your next problem. A second horse can wait until you have room and time to look after both.
Give the mare a consistent routine
Check food, water and cleanliness before you ride. Use the brush for grooming and the hoof pick for her feet. Treat any scrapes that need attention before asking her to work. With one horse, you can see how each day's care affects her readiness for training.
Train for an event you can finish
Use the early exercises to build strength and confidence, then check the entry requirements before choosing an event. The developer added Caprilli as a gentler competition option after lowering starter horse stats. Practice changing gait and clearing low jumps before spending money on an entry.
Spend where it changes your routine
If you're regularly turning away horses because of space, put earnings into capacity. If the mare still needs preparation, favor upgrades that open training. The official Steam page for Horses of Hoofprint Bay explains how building improvements open more courses, staff options and room for horses.
FAQ
Should I buy another horse right away?
Get the first mare's routine working and leave enough room and money for the new horse's care.
Where does early prize money come from?
The local competitions pay prize money. Train the horse for a class she can handle before entering.
Can I build the whole stable in the demo?
The October demo stops after 25 in-game days. Set one attainable goal and save broader expansion for the full game.