What is the cheapest horse you can buy?
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We’re thinking of buying a horse. So we want to now what the cheapest horse is.
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We’re thinking of buying a horse. So we want to now what the cheapest horse is.
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Horses can be free. It depends.
I wouldn’t suggest buying an extremely cheap horse because usually the cheaper horses have major health problems. You really have to watch.
And since you are asking about cheap, you may want to consider a lease first. It doesn’t sound like you have spent much time around horses. A lease is a great way to learn about owning your own horse without actually owning.
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It depends. It’s influenced by where you live, how many horses are on the market, how well trained the horse is, it’s age, gender, breed, etc. Check your local classifieds or go to dreamhorse.com and see what horses are selling for.
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Go onto petfinder.com
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Sale Type: privateparty
Sale Price: 140
Breed: Mustang
Primary Training: None
Birth Year: 2007
Height: Average
Gender: Mare
Disposition: Calm
Health: Excellent
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Pedigree: Mustang
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Listing# 43654, Baltimore, MD, USA.
Sale Type: privateparty
Sale Price: 100
Breed: Saddlebred
Primary Training: Other
Birth Year: 1993
Height: Average
Gender: Mare
Disposition: HighSpirited
Health: AboveAverage
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Comments: Need to sell fast to good home who will give her tlc She hates being left alone Amazing Grace once belonged to an Amish farm where she was abused and neglected, I worked with her a little and she has improved, she still has a fear of being smcked/hit
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It all depends on what kind things you want this horse to do … sale barns are usually the easiet places to find cheap horses but I would do that unless you have someone with you who knows a lot about them … all in all I would find someone with a lot of knowledge to take with you to look at ne thing you are thinking of purchasing … this is not like buying a pair of socks… this is a very important thing … up keep for a horses isnt the cheapest thing either … I hope you have thought this through (not to discourage) because this is a life changing thing …. Also dont listen to people who dont know what they are talking about … we bought a horse for $250 and he is now 20 years old and the best horse I have ever owned … Its just about finding the right fit
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Go to a sale barn. There is one in Potosi on certain Saturdays. Or go to.
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Horses go from free to hundreds of thousands of dollars. The price depends on the discipline, bloodline, size, age, and experience. If you are buying a young, tall Thoroughbred who is experienced in showjumping and comes from a reputable bloodline, you will probably pay more than you would for an older plowhorse with no distinct breeding. What is the discipline you are riding in?
Also remember that vet/farrier bills, board, feed, tack, etc. play a major role in the cots of your horse. It costs me about $2000 a month just for board and feed. Vet and farrier bills are considerably more, and tack can be expensive. HOrse aren’t just about the money. You need to visit your horse at least once a day to make sure everything is alright, and he/she will need about 2 hours of exercise per day
You don’t seem too experienced with horses, but it’s great if you want to get one. My friend had had an hour long lesson once a week. She wanted a horse, but once she got him she was bored and frustrated by all the care. Take some lessons or hang out at your local barn. If you already have lessons, consider a month to month lease. A lease is like renting a horse, and it can cost between $100-$1000 a month, but most leases are in the $200 or $300 per month range. Horses are a HUGE responsibilty, and they can be a pain in the neck.
Try buying a horse from your barn. ALWAYS ride a horse before buying it, and ask your trainer to evaluate it. The prettiest horse is not always the best, and you probably won’t find the right horse on the first try. You can buy horses from these sites: (my favorite site)
Good Luck!!
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It all varies. It does sound like you have limited time around horses (and if you are younger, or looking of your child this can factor in). Make sure you are already taking lessons from a reputable trainer in your area, and talk to her/him. Especially if money is a factor, start with a lease and go to buying. petfinder.com and rescues may be cheaper than another source, they typically require you to commit to the horse for the rest of it’s time on earth or surrender the horse back to them is money or something prevents you from owning the horse. Go to knowledgeable equine professionals in your area in place of the Internet so you can get information regarding you part of the country as prices and common practice vary for what you are asking.
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you get what u pay for
you usually need to pay more for a first horse
dont buy one just cos its cheap !
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The “cheapest” horse may not be what you want. What is the purpose of buying a horse? Will someone be riding? retiring the horse to the pasture? having it as a pet? You have to consider what your purpose will be. There are many rescue agencies where you can get horses for a minimal fee, but a lot of rescue horses come with a lot of baggage from past abuse or they have behavioral problems that can stem from a multitude of reasons. A free horse may be considered a bargain from a financial standpoint, but it could be so dangerous that someone could get seriously injured or killed. There is a lot to be said about “getting what you pay for” with horses. In the best of situations, horses are a high-risk activity so your choice should take this into consideration. Also, horse ownership comes with a lot of responsibility and expense. You seem to be concerned about the “cheapest” aspect of the matter. Feed and hay have to fed daily. The horse has to be wormed on a regular schedule - about every 6 weeks where I live. The horse has to have hoof care (hoof trimming) - mine are on a 4-5 week schedule. Horses have to have biannual immunizations to protect them from the general horse viruses and illnesses plus rabies and tetanus shots. They are required to have a current Coggins test which monitors equine anemia annually. If you have an injury or illness, you are looking at thousands of dollars in vet bills in a very short period of time. Horses have to have their hooves cleaned on a regular basis, they need baths, they need to have regular grooming. A minimum of twice daily, my horses are inpected and I put my hands all over them to make sure they are not injured and are feeling OK. Owning and caring for a horse is a huge personal and financial investment. The purchase of the horse is just the beginning, and the expense of that purchase is a minor element to consider. If your horse is going to be basically a pet, maybe some pleasure riding, you don’t need to be concerned about paying a large amount for a horse. Again, consider the experience of the rider/owner/care taker of the horse. If you have no horse experience, an older horse with more training and a quiet temperament would be better. Think about these things. Horses demand your attention several times daily. Will you keep the horse at home? If you board the horse, that’s more expense? This is a huge commitment. You should be sure you are willing to accept this before you take that big step. There are so many neglected horses. If you are sure you want to get a horse, great. There are many that need good homes. Horses are herd animals. It is really sad, I think , to have them be alone. It is a miserable life for them. They need some company, preferably another horse, but some people get a pony or a goat to add to the horse’s herd. Again, just another thing to consider. I encourage you to not take this decision lightly.
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Horse auction, but make sure you go with someone like a trianer or an vet tech, because a lot of horses there are drugged or have health problems or are very abused and neglected. I got my 5 year old blue eyed dead broke trail mare from an auction for $150.
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i don’t think there is ”one” type of horse that is cheaper than the other….but I understand you don’t want to pay a bunch of money on a horse…just remember to look around ALOT, because you want a safe horse!
Good Luck finding the perfect horse!
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Just remember, you get what you pay for. I love Quarter horses, but they are a dime a dozen… but overall great horses! The really old ones and the really young ones (if they are not champion bred) are usually the least expensive.. Please make sure you dont buy your horse just because it is inexpensive.. you WILL regret it!
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First of all you should learn more about horses before buying one!! They have to be taken care of extensively
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For Sale: Cheap Horse
No papers, 12 years old (Really 26)
Bomb Proof (shys, kicks, rears, bites)
Doesn’t like to leave the barn. (barn sour)
Moon blindness, but not on good days.
Foundered, but easy keeper.
Any of this, in any breed you want.
With this economy, the price of feed, alot of horses are getting advertised. Learn the defects & what to look for, as this sounds like you need a beginner horse. Some are leasing, which means you go to their farm for riding. Having your personal veterinarian do a check on the horse you are thinking of buying is what I would do. Advertise to work at a horse ranch, learn some in’s & out’s on their daily life. Good luck!
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A low price on a horses head or even a “free sign” on the horses head does not mean that it is the cheapest horse in the long run. You have to consider, age, health, temperament, training, what your plans are for the horse and any other issues…why is the horse being offered at such a low price. Be very careful about seeing bargains out there…like most bargains, there is a reason that maybe is not so obvious at first. Bring along an experienced horse person when going to look at this bargain, ride it, go back a second time…it is worth the extra trips.
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Free. You need to be careful though! Some horses are free because they have problems (make sure to have a coggins test first) and some are free because they need a good loving home! Hope I helped!
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you have to be very careful when looking to buy horses. price shouldn’t be your only criteria when looking. be sure to condier their disposition, size, training, as well as discipline.
some horses can be very cheap (free) and can range in prices up to $25,000. dreamhorse.com has great listings. you can search for horses within 200 miles of your area and select certain colors or breeds 9as well as price) check it out and use the advanced search.