Hunting: Mounted hunts facilitated by horses increased the efficiency and success of bison hunting, a primary source of sustenance for these tribes.
Warfare:Horses became integral to tribal warfare. Warriors on horseback had great manoeuvraility and could effectively employ hit-and-run tactics.
Trade:The acquisition of horses enhanced the tribes' economic opportunities as they obtained additional goods and resources through expanded trade networks
Cultural significance:Horse ownership became a symbol of wealth, prestige, and social status. Horses played a role in ceremonies, rituals, and other cultural practices of the Plains Indians.