Ahhh yes.... Owning your own horse or pony - the stuff little girls dream of doing. However, before you take on the responsibility of an equine companion there are a number of things you need to consider. Buying the horse or pony is the easy part....! It's also often the cheapest part. Once you have that gorgeous 4-legged creature home, the expenses can start to mount up! Here are a few things to consider BEFORE you actually buy your dream horse or pony: How much do you actually know about horses? Sure, we all know they're a grazing animal with four legs, a head at one end and a tail at the other. The following are a few other interesting, and important, things to know about horses and ponies: What you may not be quite so aware of (YET) however is the fact that you shovel money in one end and pick it up off the ground, considerably devalued, at the other end. Horses (and ponies) are quite delicate creatures, despite their size and bulk....
Everything and anything you've ever wanted to know about buying, owning and keeping a horse or pony. If you are after practical advice and 'how to' tips you've come to the right place.