Things to look for when looking at a share pony

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Hiya everyone,

Tomorrow I will be visiting a yard and trying out a share pony. ( I will be riding/ seeing the pony twice a week Saturday and Sunday ) Are there any questions I need to ask or things I need to do?

I was thinking about trying to catch the pony, grooming him, tacking him up and riding him. When I ride him I will try walk trot and canter on both reins and maybe try a few jumps. Is this too much?

Advice needed as complete beginner when it comes to sharing a pony.

Many thanks!
 
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Sounds good, maybe ask about any jobs the owner might want you to do? How much you'll pay her although i expect you;ve already found that out! Whether you'll be able to take it to shows/sponsored rides? Whats he like out hacking? On the road?
 
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xgemmax said:
Sounds good, maybe ask about any jobs the owner might want you to do? How much you'll pay her although i expect you;ve already found that out! Whether you'll be able to take it to shows/sponsored rides? Whats he like out hacking? On the road?
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The price is £10 per week. I'll ask about the jobs. I would love to go hacking in the woods behind and possibly go to a few local shows.
 
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Hi there! Sounds like a plan, but it may be a good idea to ask if the pony has had any previous or current health issues, what his current rider does with him, and what you are allowed to do with him, ask them to specify what days you may come and ride, and care for him.

Also, ideally having it written in a contract is a very sensible idea, just in case.

Is this the pony you posted the link to on your other post? Good luck, and do please keep us updated! :)
 
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Find out if they are willing to supervise you and if they know that as your parents aren't horsey, they will not be able to get involved.

Ask to hack the pony out alone and make sure they are not walking by the side as this gives the pony a lead and isn't a true reflection of how it will be alone.

And as was suggested earlier - make sure you have a contract, or a least a list of responsibilities and what you are/aren't allowed to do with the pony.
 
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Insurance! :D At least third party liability, plus rider cover for yourself. If you're taking the pony out and about too and when she's in your care you may want to consider some insurance in case of any accidents that could result in vets fees.
 
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