where do you get chaep horses?

Question

i want to get a cheap horse so that i have more cash for hay and stuff like that

Answer 1

Remember, cheaper is not always the best thing in the long run. I got my 3 horses all by myself, and i am a teen. All 3 of them were over $100,000 EACH. I trained them and broke them, they are great tamed horses and they respect me- i have never had to use a crop/whip or spurs. If i take them out to the paddocks or even walk accros the streat, i dont have to use a lead rope, they are that great. And ya, i am struggling with money, but i buy everything. And al 3 know western, english, bare back jumping, EVERYTHING. And they knew nothing when i got them. I spoil them, and they love me. And yes, i pay for them-for everything. And that is what i am greatful for, and i payed loads for them, and i got a great deal in the long run. I say get a great expensive horse and it will svae you money in the long run.


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Answer 2

Cheap horses are usually cheap for a reason. They may be too young to be ridden, or have physical/psychological problems. If you are going to take on a horse like this you MUST be a very experienced horseperson.

Assuming that you are competant, if you are interested in getting a thoroughbred you can try a racing yard. Mos yards are on the look out for people to take on the older/not very good racehorses. You will have to retrain the horse completely, but quite often these horses are given away providing they are going to a good home.

If money is really an issue for you, you can consider loaning a horse from someone - this is where someone gives you a horse which is totally your responsibility, but you CANNOT sell the horse on and must keep the owner updated on howthe horse is.

A final option is to share a horse with someone, you can share the bills and the workload.

Answer 3

multiple hoof picks (you'd be surprised how often they get lost). It's been awhile since I bought one, but I would think about $2.00 brush, mane and tail combs, rubber curry brushes fly mask - a necessity, in my opinion, fly spray the right size halter opinions on horse blankets vary - they are outdoor animals and their coats grow. Thinking about it, a horse blanket might not be a good idea. By keeping the horse warm, it slows the growth of hair, and when the colder months come, it will need it. an on-going supply of bedding, and a good quality supply of hay The list goes on. Horses are extremely high maintenance. Which is why I don't have any. Dogs are cheaper. Oh, one last thing: the older a horse gets, the more trouble it has eating. I don't know how to explain it, but over time the teeth are ground down (you need a vet to come out periodically and float them) and eventually the time comes when they can't chew. At which point a decision needs to be made - either sell the horse at auction where it will be most likely sent to a slaughter house, or spend the money and time to get alfalfa pellets).

Answer 4

Well.. it depends on their standard. How many people are likely to sell a well trained horse for a low price but if you are looking for a young un experienced horse that would be cheaper. but if you are looking for a cheap horse to keep the bills low. Horses are not cheap animals and can cost thousands to keep each year. Also you need to find one that suits you there is normally something wrong with a horse to make it cheap so if you want something that will last you will have to pay more!

Answer 5

There is no such thing as a cheap horse. The initial purchase price is nothing compared with the cost of upkeep. Vets, farriers, tack, feed, accommodation (livery) all cost a fortune. It's like taking out a second mortgage. So unless you can afford to keep a horse, it's unfair and foolhardy to buy one in the first place. If you buy a "cheap" one, it will be harder to sell on when you realise you can't afford it. Sorry to sound harsh, but it's the truth.

Answer 6

Have you not thought about sharing because there are a lot of horse people out there with the same problem as you.

Or you could try your local horse rescue centre, they sometimes allow animals out on long term loan - after all the checks.

Otherwise local pony sales i.e. Reading/New Forest/Appleby if UK based if not check your local paper.

Answer 7

I don't think you want a horse at all. They certainly aren't cheap you have to be able to put away at least a good $700-1000 each month. And what is the other "stuff like that"

Answer 8

You can get a cheap horse if it is older. However, feed and hay are only the beginning of the costs. Don's for get about vet bills and shoeing (usually about every six weeks - even barefoot). Horses are expensive and time consuming, please make really sure you can afford both before you get in over your head.

Answer 9

Contact some local large animal vets & boarding stable owners - people give perfectly fine horses away all the time when things happen like their teenage daughter loses interest, they find they do not have the time or money to care for a horse, etc.

Answer 10

why buy see if you can get one on loan then save until you can afford a horse as every thing to do with horses dont come cheap, trust i have 4 horses