lurcherkid 0 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 how much would it be to get all the horse euipment and tack also to rent livery as i would like to get a horse thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hounddog 4 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 depends on what tack your after? about £10 a week in a field or £25 a week for a stable plus food. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lurcherkid 0 Posted February 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 im just after a horse as i used to go rideing a lot and would love a horse of my own as i used to go to rideing classes and that but i stopd my freinds grandad is a farrier Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Footu 1 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 i work with horses, if you consider they need shoes every 5-6 weeks(50-70quid), livery, feed,bedding,turning in/out, dentistry, insurance against vet bills ( or vet bills), without considering the bridle, saddle ( around 5-700), rugs for winter, bandages for shins, plus time to break in and cost of the horse itself and of course a hat, whip, boots and lessons........ You could average a total cost of around 600 a month, or just call it a money pit. Or you could go to a riding schoool, pay 17-25 quid for around 30-40 minutes tuition and be loaned all the above for free, then going on a hack 30quid for around 2-3 hours, no mucking out involved. Or offer to muck out in exchange for lessons. Good luck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
borntoshoot 1 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 Or do the above and loan a horse there, usually a few hundred a month including loan of tack, Basically the horse is your responsibility but if you cant make it up one night or something you can just call and someone else will do everything for you that day. Plus you can ride that perticular horse/pony a few times and get to know it before spending your cash to loan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the patman 4 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 Or do the above and loan a horse there, usually a few hundred a month including loan of tack, Basically the horse is your responsibility but if you cant make it up one night or something you can just call and someone else will do everything for you that day. Plus you can ride that perticular horse/pony a few times and get to know it before spending your cash to loan. its not just the money and time either basic horse health and husbandary is essential if you are going to own a horse .ive worked with horses all my life and learn more every day . some colleges offer horse care courses on an evening our local one includes both stable management and riding plus basic horse 1st aid andreconising common ailments such as colic and mud fever . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Annmarie09 5 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 A LOT! Really it depends which part of the country you are in, and what is available in your area. Horses are a huge commitment though, they do cost a lot of money just getting the vet to the stables costs us nearly £50 and that's before he even looks at the horse! However, if you're really keen look for livery stables in your area and get some prices which can vary a lot depending on whether you want DIY, part or full livery. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
littlefish 586 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 What do you want to do with your horse? If you want to compete or hunt then you may also have to consider transport - a horsetrailer and something suitable to tow it. A big, big commitment money and time wise and hard slog over the dark, muddy winter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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