where can i find cheap horses under $1000???

Question

i need a elchepo horse cause i have $1000 for a horse and my mom and dad say since it's my b-day then they would pay for upkeep for a bout a year..... and if hear about any free horses or cheap horses plz answer my Question!!! i need help!

Answer 1

Try looking at horse shows, abused horses are cheaper as well as mixed breeds, but abused ones are more cautious about people.

Answer 2

Please be careful. People on here are right- the cheaper the horse the more it's going to cost you in the long run. Get someone experienced to go with you, and don't ride the horse until you've seen someone else on there first. ALWAYS get a vet check, and lease or trial the horse first.

May I suggest working with horses while you save up a bit more money? Or you could lease a horse for the price of the upkeep- that way you aren't stuck with a horse if it doesn't work out. It is very different from just riding a horse- there is a lot of mental maturity and experience required- especially with inexperienced or hard to handle horses (which fall into your suggested price range).

Other than that- just keep an eye on the local paper, or search "horses for sale" on the internet with the area you live in . That's how I found the websites I use for horsey stuff

Good Luck :) Hope it all works out well for you

Answer 3

In the long run, extremely cheap horses cost more. If the horse is being sold so cheaply, it probably has had behavioral or medical problems in the past that will eventually resurface. Then you'll be stuck with vet/trainer bills. For an experienced person it's fine because they know exactly what to look for in a sound horse, but a new horse owner should be safe. I'd go look around on the internet for some rescues. They have cheap adoption fees and you'll know the horses are well cared for.

Answer 4

You need to research and see if there are any rescues in your area. They are much better than auctions because the rescue horses are vetted and evaluated. I have found 4 horses from a rescue--all with minor problems that I have been able to successfully address.

What happens after the year and your parents stop paying for the horse? Horses are not cheap to feed, and they also need routine vet and farrier work. Also, what if the horse gets sick with, for example, colic? That can cost thousands of dollars.

There is no such thing as a 'free' or 'cheap' horse, and my honest advice to you is to make sure you can take care of it forever the way it needs to be taken care of.

Answer 5

We have 4 horses . First I recommend finding a vet then a experenced horse person or persons then have the area for the horse safe with shelter and feed and water daily. Sweet feed is great and carrots and apples for treats. Then look for a horse for the right size and some training would help. and always remember there are killer buyers that sell to hell houses so beware just until we can get our horse bill passed which is HR503 ask your senator or representive to sponsor the bill. for more info http://SaveDaHorses.com

Answer 6

dont go buy a horse until u know what ur doing. it can be really bad for the horse. take lessons. they teach u about horses. before u get one. im sure ur parents would understand if u told then u wanted lessons for a while before u buy a horse. im sure they would like that better. lessons r so much fun and teach u alot. u cant just go buy a horse for a 1000 $. u have to look around and c what would work best for u. i was willing to pay 2000 $ for a horse and i bought mine for 1500. it just is good to learn about them before u buy them. they r not like a dog or something. they cost about 700 $ a month with farrier, vet, feed, bord, and extra stuff. u might take lessons and figure out u dont want one all that bad.

Answer 7

Depends on where you live, and if there are any live-stock yards close to you. Stock yards are good places to find cheap horses, but be careful, some horses are drugged before they are sold to prevent them from acting up in the sale ring, this should be against the law, but a lot of horse dealers do this, so be careful!

Answer 8

check the classifieds or go to a feed store or tack store for buliton boards or check with a nearby ranch or stable. there are cheaper horses out there and they are not bad horses i only paid 700.00 for my barrel horse and she is a winner everywhere i go ..and i just bought 2 more for 500.00 and they are great horses. you dont have to pay a lot of money for a good horse, just keep looking and get something that is suited to your needs boarding cost depends on where you live, where i live it is not expensive,hay and water and a little grain now and then and wormer and shots, its not that expensive....and you will learn as you go just like the rest of us did. i have 2 girls that i give riding lessons to and i just found them really nice horses for 1000.00 apiece and they are not old run down horses one is 5 and one is 6 so you see it is possible ,dont give up your dream of having a horse or get discouraged......be patient and you will find the right oone good luck

Answer 9

Wild mustangs are usually cheep and are very trusting because they depend on their leader just like in the wild. It may take some time for him to get used to you and he will most likely have to be gelded but overall it is usually a better horse if trained right than a domestic horse.

Answer 10

Why not try leasing a horse first if you haven't already. Try it out first before you buy.

I see a lot of nice horses on http://www.indianahorsenetwork.com
http://www.illinoishorse.com
http://www.midwesthorse.com - I believe this site actually has a section for free horses.

Answer 11

My husband raises and races horses, and I believe that when it comes to any kind of animal, but especially high-maintenance ones like horses, the old saying "If you have to ask the price, you can't afford it" really applies.
If price is at all a consideration, are you really sure you can afford the care and feeding of a horse?