Lacuna
Well-Known Member
Currently in no position to own a horse – we’re looking 12-18 mths into the future when we won’t be held captive by ridiculous childcare fees and other costs (honestly you could keep 2 horses pretty comfortably on what childcare costs us per month, it costs more than the mortgage!). I’m not sure on what a potential pony would cost and hope the wise people on the forum would help a bit.
Prices might change in the future but if I was looking now, what would be a reasonable budget for a horse /pony:
Sex, either as long as sensible
Size – 13.3-15.3
Age – preferably at least 8, top age about 18-19
Ability – really Not bothered about jumping, and tend to only school if the weather is pants or short on time. MUST be bombproof in traffic though and able to hack out in company and alone. (although saying that – current and last share have been a bit nappy and spooky but I’m happy as long as they’re not liable to rear, buck or bolt)
ETA - are there any other parameters I should think about as well?
Also any ideas on good places to source such a beastie would be very welcome.
Prices might change in the future but if I was looking now, what would be a reasonable budget for a horse /pony:
Sex, either as long as sensible
Size – 13.3-15.3
Age – preferably at least 8, top age about 18-19
Ability – really Not bothered about jumping, and tend to only school if the weather is pants or short on time. MUST be bombproof in traffic though and able to hack out in company and alone. (although saying that – current and last share have been a bit nappy and spooky but I’m happy as long as they’re not liable to rear, buck or bolt)
ETA - are there any other parameters I should think about as well?
Also any ideas on good places to source such a beastie would be very welcome.