when you get a horse is it hard to take care of?

Question

well i am getting a horse,but i think it is hard to take care horses

Answer 1

It's very hard and expensive... I suggest you take lessons and read up about horses before you buy-- there are so many things to know!

Answer 2

I guess this depends what a person thinks hard is. We have had as many as 5 horses, some we kept for friends as we had good pasture.
I feel they need interaction everyday. Brush them, talk to them, wrestle and play. Each has it's own personality. They eat grass if you have enough. But, a little feed a day. Hay for winter. Sometime a winter blanket if they cold. Clean out their sheds. Our Vet came about once a year for Coggins Test, then we give shots, worm medicine, have a man come to trim hoofs and do shoes.
Not hurt to know how to sew. Times you may need to Stitch a cut. Minor Doctor stuff.
Dang, maybe it is hard to take care of a horse. So really, if you can not spend the time and effort to care and love the horse it may be best you get something else, or learn more about horses.
To me, it not hard. But, I love horses and know what I need to do to take care of them. Learning as you go, not easy either.

Answer 3

Some answers here are alittle harsh. Thanks for being honest and asking for help. You should research your area for hay costs, feed, boarding, farrier fees, vet care costs. Most of this info can be gotten through your local feed dealer.
A horse as does most animals requires alot of attention. But can be very rewarding if given the chance. Most true animal lovers if honest will tell you their animals are not a burden but a joy and this elimates the idea of being hard to care for or a burden.
I suggest you make certain that you connect with the horse prior to purchase and a good seller will want you and the horse to match. This keeps the horse from being a burden or even considered hard to care for. You will look upon this animal as a joy to be around and care for, as if its your best friend or your way to get away from a hectic schedule. This horse should make you feel peace when you are caring for it.
Much success in your hunt.
Please don't settle for the best buy etc. Make sure you feel good about this horse before u purchase.

Answer 4

If a Horse is stalled it is much harder to take care of. Only because the horses is standing all day and needs extra attention, like getting excercised, brushed and hooves cleaned etc....Horses are an expensive hobby when boarded..Rent, food, vet bills, shots, wormers, supplements, ferrier cost every six weeks. You dont realize it till you are the owner..The pastured horse is less expensive if you have the land he lives on...But too you have all the other expenses..Your just saving on the hay bill and boarding fee..Then you have the riding gear, and if you have the luxury, a trailor....That is usually a must for transporting to the vets for unexpected visits or annual checkups...Horses are expensive..Horse husbandry classes should be considered along with riding lessons before you purchase one. Good luck and do your homework..Saves you the headaches...Get a vet check on the horse you pick before you fork out the money.

Answer 5

Horses aren't really livestock, but you didn't know that, lol, just kidding! Livestock is an animal raised to become food or to borrow anything from it, such as milk. Anyways, horses are very hard to care for. Actually, not hard, but time consuming. But they are also very fun! My stable has 30 horses, and my instructors have to feed them a half a bucket of loose hay, 1 big scoop of grain and oats each, and muck out the stalls, everyday. And you know what? 2 times a day! With this unconditional love, and breathtaking beauty, also comes lots of hard work!

Answer 6

Depends because if you board it, its more expensive, and if you plan on keeping it in a stall it will need to be exercised every day so it does not get barn cramps. But if it is in a paddock it will have the freedom to graze and you wont need to give it hay, except in the winter months. But they will need horse feed, wormer every couple of months, yearly shots, and farrier trims. Its even more expensive if you put shoes on the horse, but usually horses go better barefoot, and you don't need to worry about loose shoes, or stones in the shoes.

If you plan to take it to shows you will need a coggins certificate, from your veterinarian, showing the horse is negative for the disease. Vaccines are usually fairly cheap, and in the long run will help from the horse catching any bad diseases, leading to death or HUGE vet bills.

Farrier trims are usually pretty cheap, and need to be done every 6 weeks. Horse food usually isn't too expensive depending on what type you get. You want to get a pretty good brand but you don't need to overpay on food.

Hay, depending on what type you get, coastal bermuda, alfalfa, orchard alfalfa, or timothy alfalfa, can range any where from $5 to $10 dollars more expensive than the other.

Horses are great company and can make life really joyful!!! Good luck on your decision!! :)

Answer 7

Its always hard taking on the responsibility for a living thing. Depending on how much you really love horses, depends on how hard you will think it is. When I first got my horse, I was not really into her too much and thought of it a hastle to go see her and ride her every day. Now I love her to death and it is complete enjoyment. I would do anything for her and I really think that it is her that has the hard part of putting up with me... Dont fret about it. Just have fun with your horse and you wont think about anything being hard, it will all be fun.

Answer 8

Yes. It's a really big living animal that depends on you for everything. If you have to ask this question, you shouldn't be getting a horse.

Answer 9

There is much care in taking care of a horse. It is also very expensive. There will be shots they need, worm medicines, and shoeing expenses. The saddle tack and hardware is also not cheap. They need to be brushed, shampooed, and hooves cleaned.

Answer 10

well see if you love horses and that it won't be hard. Like me i Love horses and i am getting a horse but i have to work with her more b/c she is skidish. But if your horse is freindly and that then you don't have to worry. but yea you are going to by alot of stuff for the horse and that.