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Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:24 pm to Theboot32
Horses are herd animals, so yes they need a pasture/barn mate. they won't die without one, but it seems better for them to have a friend. The goats may suffice on this issue. You won't know till you get the horse.
ah, one of the age old questions. That will depend on you. I am partial to the American Quarter Horse. My wife grew up around Arabians, but has grown fond of QHs (cutters, ropers, reiners). I know people who swear by Apps (although I don't believe them). My sister has a Thoroughbred she took off the track and trained to be a hunter horse. It really just depends on you (and the horse).
I will say this, though. Be VERY CAREFUL if you get to the point where you actually are ready to purchase a horse. I know many people who get shafted when it comes to this. Ask around about the seller. See if you can take the horse (lease if you have to) before you buy. And take your time, cause there is never a shortage of shitty horses and untruthful sellers out there. However, there are some really nice animals available. You just have to be smart about it.
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what type (breed?
ah, one of the age old questions. That will depend on you. I am partial to the American Quarter Horse. My wife grew up around Arabians, but has grown fond of QHs (cutters, ropers, reiners). I know people who swear by Apps (although I don't believe them). My sister has a Thoroughbred she took off the track and trained to be a hunter horse. It really just depends on you (and the horse).
I will say this, though. Be VERY CAREFUL if you get to the point where you actually are ready to purchase a horse. I know many people who get shafted when it comes to this. Ask around about the seller. See if you can take the horse (lease if you have to) before you buy. And take your time, cause there is never a shortage of shitty horses and untruthful sellers out there. However, there are some really nice animals available. You just have to be smart about it.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:34 pm to Theboot32
one of my subcontractors got into horses for a BRIEF time. he said: "you know how to end up with $1million fooling around with horses? start with $2million and in 6 months you'll have $1million. stupidest hobby i've ever picked up".
if it floats, flies, or fricks .......
if it floats, flies, or fricks .......
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:35 pm to mack the knife
quote:so which one is it
loats, flies, or fricks
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:36 pm to Theboot32
You know they are very expensive?
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:39 pm to ZacAttack
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Lease one for a few months first
didnt know this was an option, will definitely do that first to make sure this is for me
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:40 pm to tigerinthebueche
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tigerinthebueche
good stuff, thanks for the input
I've got quite a while, like probably a year, just starting to get thoughts together
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:40 pm to tigerinthebueche
There are a lot of breeders around Folsom. I had a buddy that used to have horses that were more expensive than my house
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:45 pm to Theboot32
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Theboot32
Dont let the haters discourage you. I know a lot of people who own horses and have enjoyed every minute of it. Worse case scenario, you get a couple and decide it isn't for you. Sell them. Same as you would a boat. Like I said, its all what you make of it.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:47 pm to NimbleCat
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You are likely the Fat arse and dumbass who is so pussy whipped by his Vet Wife to say no to every horse, cat, dog, hamster, and gerbil (for your arse) that walks, crawls, or flies through her office.
Woah, thats pretty harsh.
I pretty much agree with everyone here though, they can be expensive and time consuming. Proceed with caution.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:48 pm to Hammertime
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I had a buddy that used to have horses that were more expensive than my house
top yearling at the LAQHBA August sale last year went for $130K+. FOR A YEARLING!!
One of my wife's clients dropped over $100K for a hunter/jumper. The girl was only 21 at the time.
So yeah, horses can get pricey quick.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:50 pm to DownSouthDave
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Woah, thats pretty harsh
well he mentioned weight issues a few times and was generally negative about horses, so I just assumed thats what happened. Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:54 pm to tigerinthebueche
Hows your wife like equine? The gf graduates in may and doesnt know what direction she wants to go.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 2:58 pm to Theboot32
Having horses, assuming you take care of them properly, and aren't rich enough to pay someone to do it for you, is really a lifestyle choice. I have a lot things I enjoy more than hauling hay.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 3:08 pm to Theboot32
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didnt know this was an option, will definitely do that first to make sure this is for me
Yep, i think this will be the best way to go for you. Some will do an site or off site lease. If it's onsite the horse stays at their barn you just go ride. Offsite the horse will stay somewhere else and you will either need your own barn and land or you will have to board it somewhere. You get to ride and see if you actually want to do this as a hobby without buying a horse.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 3:12 pm to Theboot32
Id agree with Quarterhorse as a breed. Also as mentioned, horse traders are a bunch you wanna look out for. Some are pretty honest and others just want to dump their crap on unsuspecting people.
If you want a pasture pet they are a lot easier to come by but if youre wanting just a solid pleasure horse that's the same every time you get on him even if you've been off him a while you're looking at around 1500-2k. One think to look out for. Oldest trick in the book it doping up a high strung horse and selling it as a laid back pleasure horse. That's one reason its recommended to take a horse for 2 weeks before buying it. Will give it time to show its true colors and you can get it vet checked
Ive had roping horses almost all my life and the most honest thing ive ever heard about them was told to me by the old man that raised me. " Youll own a lot of horses in your life but you'll only own a few good ones"
If you want a pasture pet they are a lot easier to come by but if youre wanting just a solid pleasure horse that's the same every time you get on him even if you've been off him a while you're looking at around 1500-2k. One think to look out for. Oldest trick in the book it doping up a high strung horse and selling it as a laid back pleasure horse. That's one reason its recommended to take a horse for 2 weeks before buying it. Will give it time to show its true colors and you can get it vet checked
Ive had roping horses almost all my life and the most honest thing ive ever heard about them was told to me by the old man that raised me. " Youll own a lot of horses in your life but you'll only own a few good ones"
Posted on 10/25/16 at 3:25 pm to DownSouthDave
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Hows your wife like equine?
she loves it. Never wanted to do anything else though. She's gotten into repro work which she seems to be enjoying.
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The gf graduates in may and doesnt know what direction she wants to go.
undergrad, I assume eh?
Posted on 10/25/16 at 3:26 pm to Teague
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Having horses, assuming you take care of them properly, and aren't rich enough to pay someone to do it for you, is really a lifestyle choice
agree 100%
Posted on 10/25/16 at 3:30 pm to tigerinthebueche
Owned four horses. Selling them was a happy moment.
Posted on 10/25/16 at 3:30 pm to FelicianaTigerfan
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Ive had roping horses almost all my life a
my wife always says if we'd have had children she would have bought them a 20YO roping horse as a starter. Most of them have been hauled all over, tied to everything for long periods of time, and have their minds right. Ropers, as a group, don't tend to put up with a lot of BS from their horses. Dont baby them or spoil them much either.
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