Owning a Horse: 5 Things to Consider

Owning a Horse5 Things to Consider | Catanese & Wells

Before you get a horse,

remember not to rush

into it and consider the

following …

1. The Costs Involved

2. Exercise

3. The Legal Aspect

4. Providing a Good Home

5. The Long-Term Commitment

The Costs InvolvedWhen buying a horse, many people aren’t prepared for the costs that come along with it. Not only do you need to consider the initial price of the horse, but also need to consider the food, stables, vet bills, insurance, shoes bedding etc.

ExerciseJust like humans, it’s crucial to your horse’s health to get a good amount of exercise. Generally speaking, most horses will benefit from about 30-60 minutes of exercise 3-4 times per week.

The Legal AspectIt might be in your best interest to look into equine law and how it effects you and your horse. It’s important to understand how to own and take care of these beautiful creatures.

Providing a Good Home

Are you going to be keeping your horse in a stable at your home or a livery yard? If you don’t have enough room at your home and need to choose a livery yard, it’s important to consider how far it is from your home, how many horses are currently stabled there, whether or not it’s full time, part time, or DIY yard, etc.

The Long-Term CommitmentGenerally, horses live to be 25-30 years old. So, if you buy a horse, you need to be ready for this long term commitment mentally, physically, and financially. Think logically when making this decision because selling a horse can be a very strenuous process for both you and the horse.