Please help. Yeah I know it's a long shot, but I still want to try.

[Rose N Lynne Farm]

Hey guys! So my sister is getting a horse and we are going to share him. We will be boarding him at a friends house, which is nice because I can get there easily on a bike! I'm super excited, we are going to go choose him when my dad gets home! I get to choose which one, in turn for my sis riding him more! We will get equal duties of caring for him, so I'm okay with everything! My prayers worked! He may not be "my" horse, but I still get some ownership of him. I get to choose between two Appaloosa geldings. One is Red Roan, and one is Bay. I'm not yet sure which one I am going to choose. Also they are both 17hh, and I'm 5'3", so their going to be pretty tall!

 

[yankee'n'moxie]

Did you guys choose which one yet?

 

[catjac1975]

I have had 2 horses live to be over 40 years old.

So I have never asked for a horse, (except for begging my parents everyday telepathically). I showed my mom this ad on craigslist (The horse is FREE!)

Lola is a registered pure bred Arabian. I have ridden her a lot as she can handle a light rider I would suggest a determined rider as she has lots of spirit to her. I have had this old girl for a little over two years and she has made me more confident with horses then any other horse could have. She may be twenty five but she does not act like it, she has been the lead mare to any other horses we have gotten so far. If you are interested you can either call me or email me. My number is (208)-***-**** thank you for looking at my ad ask for Rhea.

and she kinda seemed interested. On the drive home she was like "We would have no where to keep her." I mentioned the boarding stables that are about a 3 min drive from our house. Then she said, "Hmm... I didn't think about that. But what happens if she dies in a year and breaks your heart." I replied with. "I am strong and will have had the best year of my life." When we got home I asked for the stables phone number to the stables, and she said why." I just looked at her and she was like "No. Were not doing it."

My heart sank to my stomach. I was so close... I was wondering how to convince her to let me get the horse. Yes I do know a lot about horses and I can ride.

This is the list I have prepared over the last several years. I know some of it may come with her, so that could take down the cost. And I think if I could do all the work for myself, and buy the feed and supplies than the board could only be like $45 a month. So that would also bring down the cost.

My list
~Halter
~Lead Rope
~Saddle Blanket
~Saddle
~Reins
~Bit
~Headstall
~Breast Collar
~Blanket
~Muck out scoop
~Soft Brush
~Hard Brush
~Curry Comb
~Mane and Tail brush
~Face brush
~Hoof pick
~Shedding Blade


MONTHLY COSTS
Feed $30.00
Hay $6.00
Supplements $8.00
Veterinary Care $50.00
Bedding $12.00
Boarding $200.00
Riding Lessons $140.00
Trailer Rental $0.00 - $50.00
TOTAL = $456.00

UP FRONT COSTS
Tack $310.00
Extra Tack $60.00
Supplies $44.00
Farrier Service $60.00
Horse $500.00 - $1,500.00
Veterinary Exam $55.00
Water Bucket $9.00
Hay Net $4.00
TOTAL = $1,442.00

Yearly Cost (AVERAGE)
$456.00 x 12 + $2,000 cushion = $7,472.00 over the span of 1 year.

 

[catjac1975]

You don't say how old you are. Everyone thinks they know a lot about horses and a lot about riding. When you get a horse home that is ridden everyday, and you think you can just hop on once a week and have a great time, you are mistaken. If you haven't had a lot of lessons go back to a lot of lessons. Get a job where you have to muck stalls. (You won't be paid) My daughter begged for a horse and after 6 months burst into tears,"I didn't know how much poop they would make!" She stopped riding but was on poop detail for 4 more years with her brother and sister. The initial cost of the horse (free) is nothing.I have 2 healthy horse that require shots 2x a year 2-3 hundred dollars. The mare got a severe cut, 3 vet visits, gross cleaning and caring on my part. (D0n't get me wrong, I was happy to do it." and $1200.00 free and horse cannot be used in the same sentence. Make sure you really know what you are doing before the begging begins. Sometimes free is a problem.

So I have never asked for a horse, (except for begging my parents everyday telepathically). I showed my mom this ad on craigslist (The horse is FREE!)

Lola is a registered pure bred Arabian. I have ridden her a lot as she can handle a light rider I would suggest a determined rider as she has lots of spirit to her. I have had this old girl for a little over two years and she has made me more confident with horses then any other horse could have. She may be twenty five but she does not act like it, she has been the lead mare to any other horses we have gotten so far. If you are interested you can either call me or email me. My number is (208)-***-**** thank you for looking at my ad ask for Rhea.

and she kinda seemed interested. On the drive home she was like "We would have no where to keep her." I mentioned the boarding stables that are about a 3 min drive from our house. Then she said, "Hmm... I didn't think about that. But what happens if she dies in a year and breaks your heart." I replied with. "I am strong and will have had the best year of my life." When we got home I asked for the stables phone number to the stables, and she said why." I just looked at her and she was like "No. Were not doing it."

My heart sank to my stomach. I was so close... I was wondering how to convince her to let me get the horse. Yes I do know a lot about horses and I can ride.

This is the list I have prepared over the last several years. I know some of it may come with her, so that could take down the cost. And I think if I could do all the work for myself, and buy the feed and supplies than the board could only be like $45 a month. So that would also bring down the cost.

My list
~Halter
~Lead Rope
~Saddle Blanket
~Saddle
~Reins
~Bit
~Headstall
~Breast Collar
~Blanket
~Muck out scoop
~Soft Brush
~Hard Brush
~Curry Comb
~Mane and Tail brush
~Face brush
~Hoof pick
~Shedding Blade


MONTHLY COSTS
Feed $30.00
Hay $6.00
Supplements $8.00
Veterinary Care $50.00
Bedding $12.00
Boarding $200.00
Riding Lessons $140.00
Trailer Rental $0.00 - $50.00
TOTAL = $456.00

UP FRONT COSTS
Tack $310.00
Extra Tack $60.00
Supplies $44.00
Farrier Service $60.00
Horse $500.00 - $1,500.00
Veterinary Exam $55.00
Water Bucket $9.00
Hay Net $4.00
TOTAL = $1,442.00

Yearly Cost (AVERAGE)
$456.00 x 12 + $2,000 cushion = $7,472.00 over the span of 1 year.

 

[Rose N Lynne Farm]

Just an update! Been real busy lately.

Were doing amazing together, I love him and I spend a lot of time with him. Actually I'm going to ride him at 5. Were still going strong, and will for a very very long time.

 

[catjac1975]

Just an update! Been real busy lately.

Were doing amazing together, I love him and I spend a lot of time with him. Actually I'm going to ride him at 5. Were still going strong, and will for a very very long time.

So how is all the chore sharing going with the sister?

 

[Rose N Lynne Farm]

Great We both do our part, and get it done twice as fast.

 

[catjac1975]

A better way to start with your first horse is to share the lease of a horse. I have seen them advertised for $200-$400 a month where I am. You share in the expense of a horse and share riding time. This is an economical way to have a horse. You can often trade riding time for chores at a stable. The $45 you think it will cost is a dream. I know you want to own your own horse. I have seen many heartbreaking ads on craigs list with people begging you to take their horse because they cannot afford to feed it.

So I have never asked for a horse, (except for begging my parents everyday telepathically). I showed my mom this ad on craigslist (The horse is FREE!)

Lola is a registered pure bred Arabian. I have ridden her a lot as she can handle a light rider I would suggest a determined rider as she has lots of spirit to her. I have had this old girl for a little over two years and she has made me more confident with horses then any other horse could have. She may be twenty five but she does not act like it, she has been the lead mare to any other horses we have gotten so far. If you are interested you can either call me or email me. My number is (208)-***-**** thank you for looking at my ad ask for Rhea.

and she kinda seemed interested. On the drive home she was like "We would have no where to keep her." I mentioned the boarding stables that are about a 3 min drive from our house. Then she said, "Hmm... I didn't think about that. But what happens if she dies in a year and breaks your heart." I replied with. "I am strong and will have had the best year of my life." When we got home I asked for the stables phone number to the stables, and she said why." I just looked at her and she was like "No. Were not doing it."

My heart sank to my stomach. I was so close... I was wondering how to convince her to let me get the horse. Yes I do know a lot about horses and I can ride.

This is the list I have prepared over the last several years. I know some of it may come with her, so that could take down the cost. And I think if I could do all the work for myself, and buy the feed and supplies than the board could only be like $45 a month. So that would also bring down the cost.

My list
~Halter
~Lead Rope
~Saddle Blanket
~Saddle
~Reins
~Bit
~Headstall
~Breast Collar
~Blanket
~Muck out scoop
~Soft Brush
~Hard Brush
~Curry Comb
~Mane and Tail brush
~Face brush
~Hoof pick
~Shedding Blade


MONTHLY COSTS
Feed $30.00
Hay $6.00
Supplements $8.00
Veterinary Care $50.00
Bedding $12.00
Boarding $200.00
Riding Lessons $140.00
Trailer Rental $0.00 - $50.00
TOTAL = $456.00

UP FRONT COSTS
Tack $310.00
Extra Tack $60.00
Supplies $44.00
Farrier Service $60.00
Horse $500.00 - $1,500.00
Veterinary Exam $55.00
Water Bucket $9.00
Hay Net $4.00
TOTAL = $1,442.00

Yearly Cost (AVERAGE)
$456.00 x 12 + $2,000 cushion = $7,472.00 over the span of 1 year.

 

[Rose N Lynne Farm]

In 3-4 years they get a 4 year old colt from a friend, and the owner of Tommy is going to train the colt (he's a professional trainer), and once the colt is ready he is going to give the colt to me (he will be 5 or 6 by then, maybe 7)! With 3 or 4 (possibly more) years of riding I will be ready for my own horse. I could have my own horse right now, but I really want to know a lot more before I take on the responsibility for a horse. But hey, I have Tommy, and I get to care and ride him, so it's all good And no worries, I understand how much work a horse is, that is why I am refusing to take on one now.

See how much I have learned, just since this whole arrangement started?

*UPDATE*
So I went to ride Tommy again today, when I was saddling him up he suddenly started fidgeting. I stepped back and he went ballistic. He was down on his side, and breathing so heavily. I just stayed back and let him do his thing. He calmed down, but I waited 30 minutes or so before I went near him. Then we went into the round pen, he was a little crazy today. I had to keep popping his hackamore, but I finally got him to give me his head. We just went round and round in tiny circles for a minute or two. He started obeying me towards the end. We practiced standing calmly, and worked on his turns. He noticed that I was the dominant one, finally Went out of the round pen at the end, and just trotted around the field. It was a warm day so we only rode for an hour, we usually ride for 3 plus hours. Hosed him down and turned him out, silly boy rolled in the dirt and got all muddy! Oh well It was an amazing day!

 

[FlaRocky]

When do we get to see some photos??? Lots of photos......

Maye