Ya-Online-Juegos.com – The Cost of Owning Horses in the Suburbs – Average Cost & Expenses For Horses
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In today’s society about 20% of families in the United States own more than one horse.
Thousands of other families living in urban or suburban communities with small acres of land and some with no land at all would like to own a horse or two. Many of these families have very little to no knowledge in owning horses in the suburbs or urban horse keeping.
Owning horses or a horse can be a very enjoyable, exciting, educational experience, for the young and old. Or it can also be a dangerous unpleasant experience if the proper knowledge of horse keeping in the suburbs is not pursued previous to buying a horse.
To many people, horses are simply beautiful creatures. But prospective horse owners should look beyond the appearances and know that there are many differences to horses many different responsibilities to owning a horse in urban areas as opposed to rural & agricultural areas.
A good stable cost money great services and facilities aren’t free. Cost of boarding in the suburbs is moderate to high depending on location and services provided. You could be possibly looking at anywhere from $400 – $700 a month in expenses. A well run barn is typically in demand, so don’t be surprised if there is a waiting list. Also take into account the distance between your prospective stable and your home or job when considering overall cost. The barn you like may cost more money but if it saves you on gas its something to consider, it may be very well worth it. Remember you are buying a horse for you pleasure and enjoyment. If a barn is too far from home or work, boarding your horse could discourage you from riding. Always take our time and keep looking until you find a horse stable that best suit you and your horses needs.
You must also have the proper facility or accommodations for your horse if you have a small piece of land. You’re going to need a proper horse barn or shed, proper turnout area or run, also how are you gonna keep your horse or horses exercised?
There are many other things to consider, such as how many horses does your community permit per acre? How are your neighbors going to react to you having a horse or horses? Are they going to be comfortable with it and the possible smell of urine & horse poop, depending on how close or far you are from their property? Another thing to think about is what are you going to do with the muck after you clean the stall or paddock? Do you have the room to compost it or are you going to need a company or someone to pick it up? Where are you going to store hay and feed? Where will you store your horse trailer if you decide you want show with your horse or do some trail riding? Lastly consider what will be the cost to keep your horse at home, for feeding and maintenance etc…?
If owning a horse in the suburbs you may want to consider boarding your horse at a local horse boarding facility so you need to consider how much that will cost you as well
