Dan’s Boots & Saddles

Specialties

First opened in 1938, Dan’s Boots and Saddles is truly a one-​stop destination for western life-​style shoppers. Not only can one choose from a great selection of western wear, boots and hats, a customer can find a saddle, a bridle, or chaps in the extensive tack department catering to english and western disciplines. Dan’s is also a feed store and, as an authorized Purina Gold Dealer, carries not only the highest quality feed for horses, but virtually every other critter imaginable. There is a complete line of animal health care products, grooming supplies and pet supplies, plus, stock tanks, gates and panels. Whether you rodeo, show horses, or simply prefer to pleasure ride, Dan’s has what you need!

History

Established in 1938.

Dan’s Boots & Saddles, a third generation, family owned business, has seen many changes over the years. Dan Christensen, the stores namesake, got his start in business on the Navajo Reservation at Rock Point Trading Post in Arizona. In 1938, he purchased the Pinedale Trading Post located East of Gallup, New Mexico. The majority of trading was done on the barter system, trading silver and turquoise jewelry, hand woven rugs and baskets, and other crafts for groceries, clothing, hardware and other necessities. There was also a strong business in piñón nuts, wool, lambs and cattle. Many life long friendships developed with the Navajos and Apaches during these years and many of these people and their offspring continue as customers at Dan’s Boots & Saddles today. In 1953, Dan’s Boots and Saddles opened its first store in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The store was located downtown on Central Ave., part of Historic Route 66. Dan’s Boots & Saddles flagship store has been located on North 4^th St.