How can I get a horse?

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Hi! I'm 14 and I really love horses. I've been riding for about two years and I don't know too, too much, but I know enough. I'd really love to have my own horse, but the problem is, I can't afford boarding. I could pay for the horse, but boarding and medical is too much. What should I do? Should I lease? Do you think there is someone out there I could make some sort of deal with? I live in Missouri and I am looking for a good horse to ride for fun and in jumping shows.

Any help is appreciated.

? · Answer

Well if you can't afford a horse, and you know you can't, just look for a lease horse. They're great and you don't have to go down EVERY DAY! That's what I did for 4 years until I was able to afford my own. I'm 16 and started riding 5 years ago. It takes time and let me tell you I got three jobs and saved for three years and it still wasn't enough for everything. So just lease, get better at riding. Leasing different skill level horses will teach you and once you can jump higher than that particular horse you're riding find a different one. Leasing was one of the best things! It gives you freedom but not all the responsibility.

lakelady · Answer

See what pasture rent is in your area. I live in Nebraska and when I retire a horse I send them to luxuriate in the tall grass pastures and mild weather of Missouri. True story. A pastured horse is a healthier horse than an inside horse anyway. Check that out.

crazycowgirl · Answer

i would lease and with a lot of people that lease there horses they usually give you the option to buy him/her after so long by them you might be able to afford to board or rent a field,

Maggie · Answer

I would say leasing would be the best option until you can financially support all the expenses that come with owning a horse.

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