When I grow up I plan to have my own farm and some horses. I want to give horseback riding lessons but I know I should have a second job to make more money. When I was younger I had my heart set on being a veteranarian until I saw a horse get gelded (fixed) (totaly gross) then I wanted to be a farier who does the horses hooves until I saw how angry the horses get and how often they try to throw a leg at you so what should I do? My keyboard doesn't work right now and I had to use an on-screen one and I had to click every letter so I better get some good answers for this. Don't say I dont know either. Only answer this if you know what youre talking about and you've got a good answer.
2006-08-02 11:28:28 · 13 answers · asked by shalstead2011 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
My father was a World Champion Timed Calf Roper in 1990, look it up... circuit was in Fort Worth, Tx, horses name was Flame N' Fortune. There are my credentials, considering that is how I grew up. Now as far as professions, the picking is slim. There is a trainer (My Father), a barre ll racer, jockey, hunter (jumping), or maybe a breeder. There are plenty more but I'm not listing them all. Anymore questions, email me at pjordan1182@yahoo.com.
2006-08-02 11:41:53 · answer #1 · answered by pjordan1182 2 · 5⤊ 1⤋
My suggestions is to get the book called "101 Careers with Horses" It will give you a list of jobs, what they entail, as well as the pay range. You could become a rider or a catch rider. I did that for a while and it paid the bills. Plus, there is not as much danger in it as getting kicked by a horse. Just make sure that you are a good rider. I have been riding for 17 years and I ride bareback, Western, Dressage, Hunter/Jumpers, and Saddleseat. The more skills that you are able to put on the market, the better chance that you have to get hired.
2006-08-02 11:55:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
own a tack store. Photography. Writing. Growing hay for the horse market.
If gelding a horse bothers you then what's involved in breeding and vet techs and such would be out of the question. Dealing with nasty tempers eliminates racing, training etc But there's still jobs related to horses.
2006-08-02 16:46:25 · answer #3 · answered by Jan H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've never considered working for NARHA, I would, they are a horseback riding center for disabled people, if you want to work with the horses then you could apply for an instructor position, remember if you choose this path you'll be doing something you love and be helping disabled people at the same time.
2006-08-02 11:36:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A tack store would help, but start up costs would be HUGE. you would need a ton of great credit or a big down payment on a loan.
i dont advise it. what i do advise is real estate. it is a good career if you can do it. and it is the type where you can start out strong, build up a big savings, then kinda back off when you get older to where youre only doing like 2-3 homes a year. its great ! :)
2006-08-02 17:40:33 · answer #5 · answered by jazzmyn_girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try and not let all of that throw you off. Its perfectly normal! That is what you are going to come across when dealing with horses.
You can be a professonal trainer, vet tech, ferrier, horse broker, TONS just search the internet.
Hope this helps!
2006-08-02 11:36:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could always show horses, race horses, or sell horses. Also when mares breed with stallions the owner of the mare usually has to pay a stud fee.
2006-08-02 11:37:34 · answer #7 · answered by trblmkr909 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
okay i have 28 horses so i do know what I'm talking about...you could work at a tack store , you could be a vet Secretary ...you could work at a livestock auction....you could be a horse trainer like my self but you REALLY have to know what you are doing..there are lots of things hell you could work at a grocery store and still give riding lessons...it just depends on what skills you have......be safe
2006-08-02 11:42:54 · answer #8 · answered by redneck cowgirl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about being a veterinary nurse... its really rewarding, and the pet benefits are great. Plus you can save on vet bills by doing a lot of your own work.
2006-08-02 14:24:45 · answer #9 · answered by Gunnypoo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Professional Equestrian(Shows people's horses for money),Horse trainer(Hard,but rewarding),Breeder(Don't usually get very good money),Riding instructor,Board horses at your facilty,have a handi-capped riding place...
2006-08-02 11:46:46 · answer #10 · answered by Lindsey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋