Hey everyone. I have been trying to convince my parents to get me this horse, Orion. I have bonded with this horse, and I am the only person this off the track Thoroughbred trusts. I have found a way to pay off board. Board covers hay, feed, shavings, stall, turnout, worming, blanketing, and booting. I have learned how to trim hooves correctly, so I will be able to do that myself. All I would have to pay for is the yearly dental exam and teeth floating, I buy and inject the vaccinations- I can do this- prior experience. My parents wouldn't have to pay anything except the initial purchase price of $1200. And don't think it is this low because he is a bad horse. He is amazingly skilled and well trained. He just has trust issues with people. Horses are my life and I think it is about time I got one of my own. How can I convince my parents to buy this horse? I have told them my plan, and how I will be able to afford everything and it only costs them a one time cost of $1200. Please help!!
2006-10-15 14:07:33 · 4 answers · asked by paintlover 2 in Sports ➔ Horse Racing
I don't know how old you are but it seems you are very determined to get this horse. Its nice to see someone take all the steps in finding out just how much something would cost before making a purchase (or asking for money..) I would write a list for my parents of all the pros and cons. List expenses and list time needed to care for the horse. Most parents, if they can afford to, will not say no to something their child has thought long and hard about and has shown maturity in coming up with a plan. Maybe convince them that you will also teach younger children about horses and charge a fee for your services.
If all else fails, ask the current owner if you could pay in services (cleaning/bathing, giving shots, etc) instead of cash and form a co-ownership with them instead.
2006-10-15 14:14:55 · answer #1 · answered by Dick Tater 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As an OTTB owner I only wish that all they ever needed was a teeth float every year.
Horses are unpridictable and they get hurt and they have medical things come up all the time.
You need to have money in savings to provide vet care in case of an emergency. And they do happen more often than most people would like.
Buying the horse is the cheap part of the deal.
You have a good plan worked out for the baord and such and being able to give your own injections is great place to save money. I do my own also. I would get started on a saving account for emergencies and show your parents that you are responsible and really dedicated to this horse.
2006-10-16 08:48:01 · answer #2 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You sound like a responsible and determined young woman. If your grades are good and you have exhibited this kind of responsibility in other aspects of your life why dont you try this trac with your folks. First let me tell you that I was a junior hunter jumper champion back in the 1980's and all three of my showhorses were off the track, and considered "bad". Impress upon your folks that your horse is going to end up in the slaughtterhouse if you dont find a way to buy him. Guaranteed. One of my best pregreen hunters I found standing in muck up to his knees was days away from slaughter and I bought him for 1500.00 in 1978. Also explain to your parents that these animals that are your life help to keep a young girl centered in healthy acitvities, instead of boys, drugs, inappropriate behavior. Ask your folks to give you a list of their expectations if they decide to purchase him for you. If you default (which i doubt you would) the horse can be resold fora profit, which I am sure with your love you be able to gain this horses love anf trust and ready him for his second career in the hunter arena. Good Luck.
2006-10-15 22:57:01 · answer #3 · answered by racingfox1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
raise a foundraiser or get a job.well my friends friends friends cousin has horses u can get a for free and free food.
2006-10-15 21:10:03 · answer #4 · answered by bloo b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋