The Prices You'll Pay...
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The Prices You'll Pay...
Having a horse sounds like fun, doesn't it? Can't you just picture the leisurely Sunday trail rides? What about those exciting lessons? Regardless of how much you desire a horse, and how much “fun” you think it might be, there are many serious things to take into consideration. This is not an investment to dive into blindly. If you do the math you may be shocked at how expensive owning a horse really is. The average per year cost of owning a horse run close to $12,000. These numbers are inclusive of clothes costs, boarding costs, farrier fees, veterinary fees, riding expenses, equipment, medical insurance, etc.
Medical care and boarding are obviously your biggest expenses. There are other things, however, to consider. Will you require lessons? If so, those can get pretty pricey. Also, do you plan on competing with your horse? If you intend to buy quality tack for competitions, a saddle alone can cost you several thousand dollars.
Aside from the financial expenses, owning a horse takes a lot of time and dedication as well. A horse needs to be groomed, exercised and trained. Do you have the time to do this? Before you buy a horse on a whim it's a good idea to pick up some horse books on ownership and care. These books can walk you through exactly what it takes to be a horse owner.
