Dry Rot
Well-Known Member
I've heard it mentioned but wonder how it works? Anyone used it and what are the pros and cons?
I have used sales livery and spent a fortune before getting my horse back in poor condition, unsold. Heigh ho. I think in principle it is a good option but you have to be so very careful to find a really good place. I do agree with Be Positive about the owner being less involved probably making the whole process smoother and potentially getting a good price. But IME sales livery is as much of a trap for the unwary as horse buying in the first place.
I've never used it personally, but worked at a yard where it was offered.
Pros:
- More experienced riders can show your horse in a better light
- Usually better facilities to show horse to prospective buyer
- Owner doesn't need to deal with prospective buyers (from a time OR emotional standpoint)
Cons:
- Pricey if you can show horse in best light yourself already (where I was, there was a weekly rate and they took a % of the horse price as commission)
- Lose element of control in terms of who your horse is sold to, in some cases