Good idea or not?

[Limbo1]

So I am seriously considering sending my horse back (on loan). I have had my hours cut at work and not sure keeping a horse and 2 ponies is feasible.
So I then thought of an idea. Could I offer free livery (diy) in return for riding. In effect a share. They get a stable and grazing in return for say 3 days riding. Do you think people would consider an arrangement like that?

 

[ossy]

I not sure i quite understand if you are offering free livery to someone or you want free livery in exchange for riding ie send loan horse back and get livery in that would allow you to ride it? If it is the latter how would you financially be that better off?

 

[SpringArising]

I would, but I'm not sure that it would work in the long-term.

The horse would have to suit you for a start, so that rules out a lot of owners. Plus what would happen if the horse went lame? They'd be getting free livery and you'd not be profiting in any way.

 

[Limbo1]

I not sure i quite understand if you are offering free livery to someone or you want free livery in exchange for riding ie send loan horse back and get livery in that would allow you to ride it? If it is the latter how would you financially be that better off?

Sorry was a bit garbled. So I would offer free livery in exchange for riding. We have our own land and stables so it would essentially cost me nothing.

 

[Cahill]

just a matter of finding the right person. (i would draw up an agreement for all the in/outs of it)

 

[hlb93]

I would be interested in this sort of arrangement if I was in the area/had a suitable pony. I would also be happy to pay as well, but perhaps a slightly reduced rate. I think it is a good idea - offer one service in return for another. I think as long as you are compatible with the horse and its owner, then its a good idea!

 

[Shay]

Just watch the insurance - and possibly planning permission. Even with livery free the land owner would have liabilities to the visitor. I presume the horse already has 3rd party liability so that isn't an issue - but if you have fold on your land (invited or not strangely) you have a potential liability.