Comments on: Car Rental: Things you Need to Know

By: HorseGurl

HorseGurl — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:44:59 +0000

K, heres a basic list…(If you plan to keep it on your own land, check laws first! In MN you need 10+ acres)
Tack(saddle, bridle, leg wraps, saddle pad)
Halter
Lead rope
Uhh, stall and pasture(duh)
Buckets for feed and water
poop-scooper(I know, not pleasant! but MUCH easier than a pitchfork)
Cross ties(to get it tacked up etc)
Feed
Bedding for stall
Blankets(for outside)
Cooler(for after exercise)
Curry Comb(NOTE ON BRUSHES!!!! Get several of each, esp. Dandy brushes! They get lost A LOT and you need them!)
Dandy Brush
Face Brush
Mane comb
Electric Clippers(If you plan to clip your horse)
Tail Brush
Hay
Bandages(In case of injury)
Buckets!!!(bathing tail and horse)
Hoof Pick
*This is NOT a complete list. I am EXTREMELY TIRED and can’t think! but please do not take horse ownership lightly. Boarding(w/ feed and bedding) alone costs approx. $7000 a year, and oftentimes stables slack off and this is VERY BAD. My friend went out on a Sunday to see her horses and asked to make sure they were watered. She put her water buckets outside the stall(empty) when she came back 2 days later they were still there and dry. Her horses had not been touched! The stable was supposed to care for them and bring them outside to a pasture. she soon moved them to a privately owned stable that I ride at. I’ve gotten luck and found a teacher who knows how to ride REALLY WELL! Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!!!
References :
I ride and am looking at buying a horse to train

By: fishie8

fishie8 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:42:59 +0000

Well a trailer, a stall/stable/barn to keep it in, feed, bedding, water and buckets for water and other things, pasture, feed buckets/dishes, grooming supplies, a farrier, deworming supplies, stall cleaning things, a vet, make sure you have all your papers lined up and in a neat order. a horse first aid kit, fly protection, vaccinations,etc

i pay about 3.50 a bale of hay
5.00 for a bag of stall shavings
400.00 for board
50.00 for a trainer
last farrier visit was 120.00
worming 5-7.00
References :

By: horse_girl916

horse_girl916 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:40:59 +0000

grain
hay
bedding
place to keep him/her
pitchfork
wheelbarrow/muckbucket
food bucket
waterbucket
grooming bucket
sweatscraper
currycomb
shedding blade
brushs
fly spray
blankets if you live in cold weather
saddle
saddle pad
bridle
halter
lead rope
dewormer(every 8 weeks)
farrier- $30ish per trim
vet- about $100 for shots

about $2000 per year after the first year
References :
personal experience

By: holdyourhorsesaz

holdyourhorsesaz — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:38:59 +0000

first you need the commitment that you will be a parent to an animal that will need you… you need to shop for a well mannered BOMB PROOF HORSE since your a beginer.. a quarter horse gelding about 8 years old no younger.. you need to have that horse vet checked after you have tried it out and you know that is the right horse the vet check is going to make sure this horse has no soudnes problems that some people cover up when looking at the horse…. you need to have a place to keep ypur horse wether its in your yard or your going to board board will run between 175 to as high as 450 or more a month board should include cleaning feed and water and use of the premisis.. thats pretty much it unless the premises come with more perks.. feeding supplements turn out, lights in winter blanketing in winter those are usally not included there extras…. if you have them in your yard you will need at least a 24×24 stall with a run and shade wich should equall about 10 12 panels, footing.. shavings run about 6 to 9 $$$ a bag and usally need 5 to 6 to a stall hay usally runs between 6 to 10 $$4 dollors a bale depending on where you live and its cheaper to buy in bulk in the summer and you should have at least 6 bales of hay on hand.. for one horse… you need a pitch fork to clean the stall at least once a day.. a water bucket that will hold at least 20 gallons they usally drink about that but in the summer more… or an automatic water….!!! as for materials.. halter lead saddle, pad, headstall bit, reins, bell boots and splint boots.. oh yes you need boots with a 3/4 inch heel… pants.. brush curry hoof pick fly spary hoof oil.. rubberbands tail comb fly mask winter blanket fly sheet oh wow i could keep going.. as for a trailer you can rent one for about 45 at hual i would suggest in buying one… and a truck to pull it make sure the engine is big enough… farriers cost between 75 to as high as 270 depending on where you live.. stick with the same one the horse already had as long as there are no problems its easier that way…. vet usally have a mandatory call charge 45 for just comming out and depending on from there it could go up and up and up i have had a vet bill about 5 grand and some as cheap as 70 so you never know… good luck e-mail if you have any other questions http://www.holdyourhorsesaz.com
References :

By: mary r

mary r — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:36:59 +0000

Will you be boarding or do you live where a horse is permitted? Finding a good stable is like finding daycare for your kids! You want to check out several places and look at the other "residents"…runny noses/eyes? condition of stalls/pens/water tubs clean? are they well fed? Make a point to come BACK later when they are fed…are some horses pushing off others and getting all the hay or they fed individually? lots of things to think about in just where it will live and its day to day care.
References :

By: horselver_05

horselver_05 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:34:59 +0000

First, you need to find a place to board your horse. Some boarding places cost between $200-400. Only if you aren’t keeping it at your house. Then you need to make sure you have the proper bedding and food(hay, grain, salt, maybe minerals). This may cost between $20-40 a week. You need to clean your horses stall either everyday, every other day, or about every three or four days. You will need pitchforks and a wheelbarrow to clean out their stalls. You also will need water buckets, feed bucket, brushes, maybe some kind of tack, and proper clothes for yourself. This may cost between $200 and over. You will also need to get him/her shots and wormers plus regular check ups from the vet. There is also the fact that he/she may get sick or need their teeth floated. This may cost between $50-150 a year. You should have your horse checked by the farrier every 608 weeks. This may cost between $20-50(depending on where you live and if they just get trimmed or get shoes). For a rental trailer or truck too it could cost between $500 and over. You may want to find and read has many horse information books as possible. You may also want to find a horse trainer suitable to your riding or training. Owning a horse is a lot of responsibility and hard work. It also comes with a price(meaning it costs A LOT!!).
References :
I own 4 horses and I board across the street from me(been riding English for about 8 years)

By: Husker

Husker — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:32:59 +0000

You need more that what you listed above. Horses are very expensive animals, but they are wonderful! For starters, you need space for them to graze and run. You may want shelter if you prefer your horse to be inside. A good farrier will run from $50 (trim) to $125 (shoes) (those are prices in Nebraska). Make sure you contact a good horse vet and get vaccinations (about $45). You need forage (hay) to ensure proper bowel function, quality grain, wormer…

Good luck!
References :

By: witchcraft1701

witchcraft1701 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:30:59 +0000

Vet costs can be high, but it is necessary. Make sure that you take the horse to vet after getting him so that he can get a check up. You’ll also need adequate pen space, don’t use barbed wire as it can tear skin and cause injury. Lots of food, some grain if you like. And then don’t forget the tack for riding/ driving (500+)
References :

By: ducky

ducky — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:28:59 +0000

I had a horse for many years.
The list you need/want is long.
You should make friends with people that already have horses !
There is a lot to learn and buy.
Most of all you will need time. Horses need a lot of love and attention.
References :

By: laffytaffy2007girl

laffytaffy2007girl — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:26:59 +0000

Trailer to take it places
food and a water bin
leading rope to walk it places
saddle to ride it
treats for when its good
brush nad comb to keep it fur shiney!
References :
I took care of a blind horse