Process Essay: Benefits Of Owning A Horse

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Micaela Jackson
Economy
Mr. Holzhauer
11, May 2018
Owning A Horse
Owning a horse may not be the most financially friendly activity, but it definitely benefits you in many other ways. Throughout this paper will be examples of things to consider when looking to buy a horse, benefits of owning a horse, and careers in the equine world. When looking to invest in a horse, no matter the purpose of the animal, there are many different things to consider just focusing on the horse alone. The initial cost of the horse is the first thing to think about. Horses can cost anywhere from nothing to $70 million (American). Affecting the cost of the horse can be things like the breed of the horse, the condition of the horse, and the level of training that horse has or who you want training your horse. Different breeds of horses cost different amounts. For example, Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds, and Arabians are some of the most expensive horse breeds (Most Expensive). These horses tend to be better at competing, better built, and all around more successful. The next cost is boarding. Boarding is keeping your horse in someone else’s barn and paying for different services such as feeding, watering, stalls being cleaned, and training. Some horses require supplements in their feed which may cost a bit …show more content…

If you own your own barn, you need to consider costs of electricity, heat, land, truck, trailer, arena drag, feed, and water. This may be economically draining but it is also a huge time commitment. You need to be prepared to spend a majority of your time taking care of your barn and land. On the other hand, if you do not have your own barn and you choose to board, there is the price of traveling back and forth to the barn. Depending on where you live, there may not be any ideal places to board your horse near you and you may need to be prepared to spend money on gas. For most people, boarding their horse is the most economical

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