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Whats a good price for leasing or half-leasing a horse2007-11-24 21:22:36

I'm looking into leases and half-leases, but I'd like to know a good price for either of these from experience and details of what these prices entail in the deal so that I can formulate a good idea of what it should cost in my situation. Thanks in advance for your helpful answers!

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The question back to you is, what is your discipline and what are you hoping to do by leasing? Do you show? If so, at what level? Leasing a horse is all about how "good" the horse is...so the cost goes along with the "proven ability" of the horse itself. If you are a hunter/jumper, leasing a horse can cost you anywhere from simply taking on the daily cost of the horse (for a basic, no frills most likely no blue ribbon candidate) upwards of $25,000.00 a year for a double A winner. It is all in what you desire out of the lease. Leases also vary by disciplines...so it would help if you were just a bit more specific in the type of horse you are looking to lease.

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Its hard to give you an answer with the limited information. If you just want to ride, You could look for someone in your area that has a stable and offer to exchange work for riding. I think the best time spent with a horse is time spent caring for them. You really build a bond with an animal when it see you coming with it food every morning or just the time spent brushing and fussing over them. however, If you are looking to compete in show etc... the cost will vary with the quality and demand for that particular horse.

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A full lease is sort of like owning the horse. You pay the board -- whether that's $300 or $600 a month -- or bring him to your own barn. You pay for shoes and maybe even vet bills. But you DON'T own the horse, which is good and bad. If the horse becomes lame or ill, it's the owner's responsibility. But then, the owner can take him back anytime she wants...