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What is everything you need to know about a horse before buying one?
I’m planning on buying a horse what should I learn or buy before buying it?
I’ll assume you have at least some experience with horses, if not, then find a riding facility near you, and take lessons on riding. However, riding is only about 10% of horsekeeping…you must learn the basics. Leading, tying, trailering, handling, lounging, handling feet, grooming etc are also very important. Once you start handling a horse, you will learn to read horses…and this takes time. Knowing what your horse is thinking will help you to avoid accidents. Example…you go to pick up your horses’ hind foot, and his tail starts swishing…
If you already have a horse picked out…and you have no experience with horses, make sure absolutely, that this horse is well broke and easy to handle on the ground. Then I would suggest boarding the horse at a stable where you can have a trainer come work with you and your horse, plus, you’ll have the benefit of the other owners that board there. Every horse owner is happy to talk horses…so ask.
I myself would not be able to afford a trainer, if this is the case with you as well, then WAIT to buy a horse. you’ll need someone with a lot of experience to help you find the right horse.
Also, you’ll need to find out how much a horse would cost for upkeep in your area…research the avg cost of hay, feed, farriers, vaccinations, de-worming, and regular vet checks where you live. Make up a budget before you buy…if you are at all unsure if you could afford the cost…consider leasing, or just taking lessons until you can afford to keep your own horse.
Your tack (saddles bridles halters leads brushes buckets stock tanks lounge lines trailer ties leg wraps blankets fly masks saddle bagsetc) will probably cost you more than the horse. So start buying. I’d suggest leaving out the halter and bridle and saddle until you have a horse, to ensure proper fit. You’ll also have to consider that if the horse will be on pasture instead of a stall then you’ll need a hay ring, stock tank, and eventually a round pen, all of which will run you about 200 for tank, 400 for hay ring and up to 4000 for round pen.
Do not buy a horse without an experienced person to help you choose.
If you have little experience, you will probably get scammed. You need to make sure your first horse is dead broke, been there done that, will do anything you ask without additude. a horse with a vice of any kind is asking for trouble, and you;ll only have more trouble learning. (it may even cause you to re-think wheather you even want horses)
Owning a horse is a big responsibility, but a lot of fun (even the work doesnt seem like work when your around them) there is so much that goes into it that you can only learn by experience. Think of it like driving…you can take drivers ed, but you learn to watch the other drivers by doing it. and actually driving is only part of owning a car, you have oil changes, tire pressure, so on…you get me…
Good luck, I hope you find just the right lifetime friend!
January 1st, 2010 at 3:49 pm
I’m not sure but if you go to about.com and ask about horses I’m sure you will find you’re answer.Good luck!
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about.com
January 1st, 2010 at 4:13 pm
First of all, if you’re asking this on Yahoo answers you clearly dont have a clue. Give up any dreams of buying a horse for now. Take loads of riding lessons, volunteer at stables, offer to look after other peoples horses and exercise them, read every book you can on horse care, then ask again in at least a year.
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January 1st, 2010 at 4:22 pm
First & Foremost you need to go to the library or google about horses……they need a good hay…you need to be able discern good from moldy hay. Square Bales of Orchard and Timothy Grass I think are best….no fescue. Some Alalfa Pellets everyday and a Bran Mash once a week …carrots cut long ways not cubed , apples…
Warm water in winter, cool water in summer.
Adequate shelter…fencing….I don’t like barbed wire.
So much to know…Read, Read, and Read everything about horses you can…..
I would advise you not to purchase a hot blood….Arabian, ect…only
Warm Blood or Cold Blood……look this up! Cold Bloods are usually Draft Horses
Arrive to the sellers….an hour or two earlier than you said you would.
Many a seller will be working a horse out or might be administering a tranquilizer before you arrive.
Have the shoes removed before purchasing and checked out with a farrier…..trailer the horse to a vet or have a vet go to the horse….and Remember once you buy a horse you have a horse!
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January 1st, 2010 at 4:42 pm
Buying a horse is a huge investment. Firstly, horses live a long time, which means you are going to have them for a long time (many horses live up to 30 years). If you are okay with that, you need to make sure you have enough room for a horse to keep healthy. Hay costs a lot of money, make sure their is a cheap enough supplier near your home. You will also need a horse trailer to transport the animal at short notice if there is an emergency.
I would also make sure that there is a good veterinarian near you, one that can come to your own home and is not too far away.
References :
http://www.austinveterinarianclinics.com
January 1st, 2010 at 5:02 pm
I’ll assume you have at least some experience with horses, if not, then find a riding facility near you, and take lessons on riding. However, riding is only about 10% of horsekeeping…you must learn the basics. Leading, tying, trailering, handling, lounging, handling feet, grooming etc are also very important. Once you start handling a horse, you will learn to read horses…and this takes time. Knowing what your horse is thinking will help you to avoid accidents. Example…you go to pick up your horses’ hind foot, and his tail starts swishing…
If you already have a horse picked out…and you have no experience with horses, make sure absolutely, that this horse is well broke and easy to handle on the ground. Then I would suggest boarding the horse at a stable where you can have a trainer come work with you and your horse, plus, you’ll have the benefit of the other owners that board there. Every horse owner is happy to talk horses…so ask.
I myself would not be able to afford a trainer, if this is the case with you as well, then WAIT to buy a horse. you’ll need someone with a lot of experience to help you find the right horse.
Also, you’ll need to find out how much a horse would cost for upkeep in your area…research the avg cost of hay, feed, farriers, vaccinations, de-worming, and regular vet checks where you live. Make up a budget before you buy…if you are at all unsure if you could afford the cost…consider leasing, or just taking lessons until you can afford to keep your own horse.
Your tack (saddles bridles halters leads brushes buckets stock tanks lounge lines trailer ties leg wraps blankets fly masks saddle bagsetc) will probably cost you more than the horse. So start buying. I’d suggest leaving out the halter and bridle and saddle until you have a horse, to ensure proper fit. You’ll also have to consider that if the horse will be on pasture instead of a stall then you’ll need a hay ring, stock tank, and eventually a round pen, all of which will run you about 200 for tank, 400 for hay ring and up to 4000 for round pen.
Do not buy a horse without an experienced person to help you choose.
If you have little experience, you will probably get scammed. You need to make sure your first horse is dead broke, been there done that, will do anything you ask without additude. a horse with a vice of any kind is asking for trouble, and you;ll only have more trouble learning. (it may even cause you to re-think wheather you even want horses)
Owning a horse is a big responsibility, but a lot of fun (even the work doesnt seem like work when your around them) there is so much that goes into it that you can only learn by experience. Think of it like driving…you can take drivers ed, but you learn to watch the other drivers by doing it. and actually driving is only part of owning a car, you have oil changes, tire pressure, so on…you get me…
Good luck, I hope you find just the right lifetime friend!
References :
http://www.voiceforautism.com
January 1st, 2010 at 5:19 pm
Hi congratulations first of all! The fact that you’ve asked this question shows that you are going into horse ownership responsibly. What does it take to own a horse? As an experienced horse owner of more years than I care to mention, I have been asked this question many times and sadly seen lots of owners completely mismatched with their new horses. The best place to start is by having regular lessons in horsemanship – whether you plan to ride, drive or just keep your horse for pleasure. Every horse-owner should understand the basics – daily horse care routine, what regular health check-ups are required, how to tell when your horse is ill, what to feed and how to build a bond of trust.
This may seem like a lot to take in all at once but the better equipped you are in terms of basic knowledge, the easier it will be to stick to the commitment that comes with owning a horse of your own.
I felt there was a lack of easy to understand jargon-free information on the web that helped first time horse-owners so I set up my own website to offer precisely this service. I hope the practical advice and helpful tips guide you to find your perfect horse and avoid the pitfalls that so many new owners unwittingly fall into. I wish you all the best – having a horse in your life is the most rewarding experience in the world!
Melissa
References :
http://www.total-horse-expert.com/dream-horse.html