What Is a Horse Girl? All Your Questions Answered

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Learn the truth behind the horse girl stereotype

Co-authored by Raven Minyard, BA

Last Updated: January 10, 2024 Fact Checked

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• What is a horse girl?
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• What are horse girls actually like?

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If you spend a lot of time on the internet, you might have come across the term “horse girl.” Horse girls are typically described as young, awkward girls who only think and talk about horses. While this is usually a negative stereotype, many self-proclaimed horse girls have begun to use the term positively to describe their dedication to horses. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about horse girls, including common stereotypes and what they’re actually like in real life.

Things You Should Know

• Horse girl is a meme term used to describe a young, shy, and awkward girl who is obsessed with horses.
• Negative stereotypes claim that horse girls only care about horses and don’t want to talk about anything else.
• Horse lovers have begun to reclaim the term to show their love and commitment to horses and equestrian sports.

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What is a horse girl?

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   A horse girl is a young girl who really loves horses. The term is often used in memes and online to describe a young, socially awkward girl who is overly obsessed with horses. You do not have to actually own a horse to be a horse girl. While the term is typically used negatively, many self-proclaimed horse girls have begun to reclaim the nickname.

   • Over time, the definition of a horse girl has become more positive. Rather than letting the negative stereotypes bother them, many horse lovers use the phrase “horse girl energy” to describe someone who is strong, confident, and knowledgeable about their interests.
   • The term “horse girl” may have come from books and movies about horses that feature the same trope: a down-to-earth girl tames a wild horse and beats the rich mean girl in a competition. Because the characters have so many overarching similarities, their characteristics are what the horse girl stereotype is often based on. Some common pieces of horse girl media include Black Beauty, Secretariat, and The Saddle Club.
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   Horse girls are different from equestrians. An equestrian is someone who rides horses, while a horse girl describes anyone who is extremely passionate about horses. While some equestrians might also be horse girls, not all horse girls are equestrians. Equestrians sometimes distance themselves from horse girls because of the negative stereotypes.
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Horse Girl Stereotypes

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   Horse girls do not care about their appearance. Horse girls are known to favor comfort over style. They’re typically depicted as having long brown hair they keep in a ponytail, and they usually wear a baggy t-shirt with a horse on it.
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   Horse girls only talk about horses. Stereotypes often suggest horse girls have no interest outside of horses. They can name every fact about horses, their rooms are covered in horse posters, and they show no sign of having any other hobbies.
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   They’re stuck up. Many people believe horse girls are privileged and look down on those who don’t have horses. They may even refuse to be your friend if you don’t like horses.

   • This stereotype likely comes from the idea that those who own horses are inherently wealthy.
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What are horse girls actually like?

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   They’re committed. Owning and caring for a horse takes a lot of work and a lot of money. You spend a significant amount of time with your horse or in the barn doing chores. If you want to ride competitively, you also have to dedicate a lot of time to practicing. Horse girls know how much goes into caring for a horse, and they’re willing to dedicate their lives to doing so.
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   They’re misunderstood. Many people judge horse girls on the negative stereotypes rather than getting to know them as individuals. People who don’t ride horses also often don’t know how difficult the sport is. By asking the horse girl about herself and her interests, you’ll learn there’s a lot more to them than meets the eye.
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   They’re independent. Horse girls don’t care what others think of them. They know what they like, and they’re not going to stop enjoying their hobby just because some people think it’s embarrassing. They’re unapologetic in their interests.
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   They’re knowledgeable. Because horse girls are so dedicated to their hobby, they know just about everything there is to know about horses. A horse girl can tell you everything you need to know about different breeds, equestrian sports, and general information about their favorite animal.
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