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Horsey people in the US?
Are there any horsey people on here living in the US? If so can you tell me the differences? e.g full livery, DIY how do the prices/services differ from here.
Also is it easy to Loan/share? Basically how does it all differ from here? what do I need to be aware of. Many Thanks |
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the half horse option is cheapest
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Originally Posted by Ray
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the half horse option is cheapest
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Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9490412)
Are there any horsey people on here living in the US?
http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lf17xfzG0F1qavbv8.gif If so can you tell me the differences? |
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You can lease horses in the US for pretty much the boarding costs. For boarding, you can either get your own land, stall, and DIY it, or you can board a horse for anywhere from 300 to 1500 a month, depending on the boarding location.
The way our clients lease their horses is that the leaser covers some or all of the boarding and a % of the medical fees, and in return they get preferential use of the horse whenever they require it. You would need to locate barns in the region you are moving in to, in order to get quotes and prices. Also, western and pleasure horses are far cheaper to purchase than racing and English saddle horses. You can pick up a decent pleasure ride horse for a couple thousand, if you are willing to train the horse yourself.
Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9490412)
Are there any horsey people on here living in the US? If so can you tell me the differences? e.g full livery, DIY how do the prices/services differ from here.
Also is it easy to Loan/share? Basically how does it all differ from here? what do I need to be aware of. Many Thanks |
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Originally Posted by dnolan1337
(Post 9490817)
You can lease horses in the US for pretty much the boarding costs. For boarding, you can either get your own land, stall, and DIY it, or you can board a horse for anywhere from 300 to 1500 a month, depending on the boarding location.
The way our clients lease their horses is that the leaser covers some or all of the boarding and a % of the medical fees, and in return they get preferential use of the horse whenever they require it. You would need to locate barns in the region you are moving in to, in order to get quotes and prices. Also, western and pleasure horses are far cheaper to purchase than racing and English saddle horses. You can pick up a decent pleasure ride horse for a couple thousand, if you are willing to train the horse yourself. |
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Our local shelter has a few trail horses up for adoption around 10yrs old. The adoption fees range from $200 to $500 at present.
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Originally Posted by ottotheboar
(Post 9491087)
Our local shelter has a few trail horses up for adoption around 10yrs old. The adoption fees range from $200 to $500 at present.
Sounds great....I'm not there yet though! probably be 6mths to a year, can I ask you then? I currently have a rescue that I would probably bring with me if only they'd let me as I adore her :cry_smile: |
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Here she is......it will break my heart leaving her.
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One of the other things to put on your to-do list is to check into DEFRA requirements regarding pets being brought back to the UK, as you mentioned bringing other animals and said that if things didn't work out for you, you would just return. While it is pretty straightforward to bring dogs/cats into the US, as long as you ensure they are vaccinated for rabies, there are stringent requirements for taking them back to the UK.
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Originally Posted by Nutmegger
(Post 9491230)
One of the other things to put on your to-do list is to check into DEFRA requirements regarding pets being brought back to the UK, as you mentioned bringing other animals and said that if things didn't work out for you, you would just return. While it is pretty straightforward to bring dogs/cats into the US, as long as you ensure they are vaccinated for rabies, there are stringent requirements for taking them back to the UK.
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Just checked out the DEFRA website and don't think it would be any harder to bring them back than to take them, in fact from January 2012 it will be even easier :D
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Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9491267)
Just checked out the DEFRA website and don't think it would be any harder to bring them back than to take them, in fact from January 2012 it will be even easier :D
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Why did I think this was a thread about Maine? :lol:
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Re: Horsey people in the US?
Originally Posted by dnolan1337
(Post 9490817)
You can lease horses in the US for pretty much the boarding costs. For boarding, you can either get your own land, stall, and DIY it, or you can board a horse for anywhere from 300 to 1500 a month, depending on the boarding location.
The way our clients lease their horses is that the leaser covers some or all of the boarding and a % of the medical fees, and in return they get preferential use of the horse whenever they require it. You would need to locate barns in the region you are moving in to, in order to get quotes and prices. Also, western and pleasure horses are far cheaper to purchase than racing and English saddle horses. You can pick up a decent pleasure ride horse for a couple thousand, if you are willing to train the horse yourself. Basically he's covered most of it. There are small differences between barns, but overall its the same thing. You can own/lease/part-lease etc, etc, and boarding costs can differ depending on how much you want them to do. I've very new to the horsey world, only been riding for 18 months, and never rode in the UK, so can't can't make any comparisons between the two. But it seems that the places I've ridden are pretty flexible and accommodating. |
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My company also does lease to own, but there's a big contract with conditions attached to that. You are likely better off finding a young horse that needs some training, and paying for that training instead. You can always buy a young'n and find a decent trainer to help get him ready.
Hell, you could buy a young'n, board it at a barn where riding lessons are given, and allow the barn to use your horse in their program. They would train it during use and it would cost you nothing extra. Also, US barns make you sign an all inclusive "you cant sue us, ever" kind of legal agreement before they take your horse or let you ride on site. You can view ours here: http://lebocagestables.com/pdf/rider_waiver_1page.pdf Under most state laws, barns are covered against damages from injury while riding, but they all have the riding waivers like I linked you to make sure all rights are thoroughly screwed. Its something to consider before you ride, know your rights and be warned, if you fall or get hurt, you are very much on your own. If you ride English, you will likely still be able to find a barn in your area that does that kind of training / lessons. You can even save money by getting a western horse and retraining it for English saddles/reigns. Last thing, get to know the staff, be friendly, and help out at barn events, etc. After a while it will pay off and you will find yourself paying less than other customers or not having the price increases applied to your account every year.
Originally Posted by Sue
(Post 9492135)
What he said. :D
Basically he's covered most of it. |
Re: Horsey people in the US?
Originally Posted by dnolan1337
(Post 9490817)
You can lease horses in the US for pretty much the boarding costs. For boarding, you can either get your own land, stall, and DIY it, or you can board a horse for anywhere from 300 to 1500 a month, depending on the boarding location.
The way our clients lease their horses is that the leaser covers some or all of the boarding and a % of the medical fees, and in return they get preferential use of the horse whenever they require it. You would need to locate barns in the region you are moving in to, in order to get quotes and prices. Also, western and pleasure horses are far cheaper to purchase than racing and English saddle horses. You can pick up a decent pleasure ride horse for a couple thousand, if you are willing to train the horse yourself. Agree with all that is said except the last sentence.. you can pickup a good well trained pleasure horse for a lot less than a couple of thousand... |
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Lol I said you can get western AND pleasure horses for cheaper than you can English saddle. Ie, you can get an English pleasure for cheap, but once you start looking for a specific type of English riding experience, ie hunter or dressage, the prices get recockulous.
Originally Posted by candy wy.
(Post 9493047)
Agree with all that is said except the last sentence..
you can pickup a good well trained pleasure horse for a lot less than a couple of thousand... |
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Originally Posted by dnolan1337
(Post 9493507)
Lol I said you can get western AND pleasure horses for cheaper than you can English saddle. Ie, you can get an English pleasure for cheap, but once you start looking for a specific type of English riding experience, ie hunter or dressage, the prices get recockulous.
yep the price dose get ridiculous......;) but hey when in America do as the Ameicans do:p |
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Originally Posted by candy wy.
(Post 9493708)
yep the price dose get ridiculous......;) but hey when in America do as the Ameicans do:p
I'll certainly give it a try, but could definitely not give up English though....maybe I need 2 horses :thumbsup: |
Re: Horsey people in the US?
Originally Posted by dnolan1337
(Post 9492246)
My company also does lease to own, but there's a big contract with conditions attached to that. You are likely better off finding a young horse that needs some training, and paying for that training instead. You can always buy a young'n and find a decent trainer to help get him ready.
Hell, you could buy a young'n, board it at a barn where riding lessons are given, and allow the barn to use your horse in their program. They would train it during use and it would cost you nothing extra. Also, US barns make you sign an all inclusive "you cant sue us, ever" kind of legal agreement before they take your horse or let you ride on site. You can view ours here: http://lebocagestables.com/pdf/rider_waiver_1page.pdf Under most state laws, barns are covered against damages from injury while riding, but they all have the riding waivers like I linked you to make sure all rights are thoroughly screwed. Its something to consider before you ride, know your rights and be warned, if you fall or get hurt, you are very much on your own. If you ride English, you will likely still be able to find a barn in your area that does that kind of training / lessons. You can even save money by getting a western horse and retraining it for English saddles/reigns. Last thing, get to know the staff, be friendly, and help out at barn events, etc. After a while it will pay off and you will find yourself paying less than other customers or not having the price increases applied to your account every year. |
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Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9493724)
I'll certainly give it a try, but could definitely not give up English though....maybe I need 2 horses :thumbsup:
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Decided what state and county you are locating to? I may be able to locate an English barn or two in that area.
Also, English events in the US are governed by: USHJA USEF Both are online if you are interested in viewing their content. You usually also get a state level governing body, and a regional one too. For example, my barn is subject to: USHJA USEF ACHJA THJA LHJA LOL theres a lot of horse associations here. And dont get unexcited, theres plenty of English discipline in the US, especially in Kentucky, Washington State, Louisiana, and New York State.
Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9493752)
Just wanted to say thanks to all those who've replied, there's been some great advice, just what I needed.
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Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9491141)
Here she is......it will break my heart leaving her.
Rene |
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Originally Posted by dnolan1337
(Post 9493804)
Decided what state and county you are locating to? I may be able to locate an English barn or two in that area.
Also, English events in the US are governed by: USHJA USEF Both are online if you are interested in viewing their content. You usually also get a state level governing body, and a regional one too. For example, my barn is subject to: USHJA USEF ACHJA THJA LHJA LOL theres a lot of horse associations here. And dont get unexcited, theres plenty of English discipline in the US, especially in Kentucky, Washington State, Louisiana, and New York State. |
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Originally Posted by Noorah101
(Post 9493825)
Wow, those photos are gorgeous! I love the one in the snow. I just love horses, period. :D
Rene I'm gonna miss that horse so much, it actually hurts too bad to think about :-( |
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couple more of snow ones..
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Originally Posted by chez33
(Post 9493872)
couple more of snow ones..
Rene |
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Originally Posted by candy wy.
(Post 9493708)
yep the price dose get ridiculous......;) but hey when in America do as the Ameicans do:p
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Originally Posted by Poppy girl
(Post 9493996)
How many did you have at the last count 54 was it :D...thats a full time job in its self looking after them.
12 foals this year :eek::eek: |
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...I hope you have staff to help there...haha.
Originally Posted by candy wy.
(Post 9495061)
12 foals this year :eek::eek:
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