Buying a horse or cattle is an investment. In your program, your safety, your future. At Black Label Livestock, we take that seriously. Our sales are built for buyers who expect TRANSPARENCY, QUALITY, and INTEGRITY at every turn.
From transparent representation to a curated catalog of horses you can believe in, we’re committed to giving buyers a premium experience backed by integrity. When you buy through Black Label Livestock, you’re buying with confidence.
Yes. Every horse must complete a required veterinary exam before being accepted into a Black Label sale. These exams are provided by the consignor and made available to buyers so you can review soundness, health notes, and any findings before bidding.
Seller agrees to list any cosmetic blemishes that do not affect the horse’s soundness in the description of the horse. All horses selling have provided a sale exam for buyer’s veterinarian to view at least one month prior to sale day. Buyer and Seller understand and agree that Black Label Livestock LLC is not responsible to perform any inspection or to independently confirm or verify the soundness of any consignment. Buyer and seller understand and agree that Black Label Livestock LLC is unaware of the condition of seller’s horse, and therefore is relying solely upon representations made by seller regarding the condition of the horse and that the horse is sound in order to advertise and market the stated condition of the seller’s horse before and during the sale.
We expect horses to be physically capable of performing the job they’re represented for, and mentally steady enough to be safe, reliable partners. Our nomination standards prioritize correct structure, solid training, and a proven, dependable temperment.
All animals are sold AS IS, with all known and unknown faults, except only as expressly represented by the seller. Black Label Livestock LLC makes no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, future performance, or long-term soundness.
Black Label Livestock LLC serves only as a marketing and auction platform and does not assume responsibility for the accuracy of seller claims.
We strongly encourage our consignors to provide clear, professional photos and videos so buyers can see the horse’s abilities and demeanor. We also welcome buyers to reach out directly to the consignor with questions, requests, or to discuss whether the horse is a good fit for their goals. Open communication helps ensure every buyer finds the right match.
Black Label Livestock highly encourages the buyer to reach out to the seller and arrange an in-person test ride.
We post our consignments well in advance to give the buyer’s the opportunity to learn as much as possible about each consignment.
Horses are sold as is, but many consignors offer their own guarantees regarding soundness, training, or representation. Any seller‑provided guarantees will be clearly stated in the horse’s listing. Buyers should review these details carefully before bidding.
Absolutely no private sales before, during, or immediately following the auction.
If you, as the buyer, would like to make an offer on a horse that did not reach the reserve. We will help coordinate!
You’ll create an account on our bidding platform, verify your information, and follow the prompts to register for the sale. Once approved, you’re ready to bid.
PLEASE REGISTER 24 HOURS PRIOR TO SALE BEGINNING TO GUARANTEE ABILITY TO BID.
You only need to register once.
ONLINE ONLY/ANIMALS NOT AT SALE LOCATION: Buyers are required to contact the seller and make shipping arrangements with 48 hours of the completion of the sale.
IN-PERSON/ANIMALS AT SALE LOCATION: Buyers are required to arrange same day transport, or make arrangements with the seller. Seller will ensure the animal has feed and water for at least that evening.
Seller and/or Black Label Livestock may be able to assist with transportation and/or short-term boarding arrangements. Please ask in advance of the sale when possible.
Wire Transfer or ACH are the preferred methods of payment. Credit card and debit cards are also accepted – with applicable fees.
Payment is due based on the type of sale.
Online Only Sales – payment is due within 24 hours of the sale closing.
Live Sales (bidding online, by phone, or in-person) – Payment is due by sale close.
Prompt payment ensures a smooth transfer and timely pickup.
Online‑Only Sales: Buyers have 48 hours to contact the seller and arrange transportation.
Live Sales: Buyers must contact the seller by the end of the sale to coordinate transportation.
Sellers and/or Black Label Livestock may assist with arranging transportation or short‑term boarding at the buyer’s expense. If you anticipate needing help, please reach out before the sale so arrangements can be made.
Sellers and/or Black Label Livestock may assist with arranging transportation or short‑term boarding at the buyer’s expense. If you anticipate needing help, please reach out before the sale so arrangements can be made.
Online‑Only Sales: Registration paperwork will be mailed to the buyer once funds have cleared. At that time, an electronic copy of the health paperwork and bill of sale will also be emailed to the buyer. The seller will provide the hard copies of the health papers (when applicable) to accompany the horse during transport.
Live Sales: All paperwork will be released to the buyer at the time payment is completed.
Any photos, videos, and media submitted to Black Label Livestock are either owned by the person submitting the media or used with full permission. Submitter grants Black Label Livestock LLC the right to use submitted content for sale promotion, advertising, website use, social media, and related marketing materials for the life of Black Label Livestock LLC.
If you have concerns after the sale, reach out to us right away. We will review the situation and work with both parties to determine the appropriate next steps based on our policies and any seller‑provided guarantees.
All persons attending, consigning, bidding, or participating in a Black Label Livestock LLC event do so at their own risk. Black Label Livestock LLC, its owners, agents, employees, affiliates, contractors, hosts, and facility partners shall not be liable for any accident, injury, illness, death, theft, loss, or damage to persons, horses, vehicles, trailers, tack, equipment, or property before, during, or after the sale.