: About Me

There are many good reasons not to take a free horse. It's so true that the expensive part of horses isn't the purchase price but the upkeep. In my region, the mid-Atlantic states, it may cost $2500-$6000 or more per year just to provide the basics of food, shelter, and minimal vaccinations. A common problem such as a colic, laminitis, or injury is an easy $500 emergency vet bill. The farrier must visit your horse every 6-8 weeks; expect $20-50 for trims or $50-150 for shoes every time. A good portion of the free horses have some issue that makes them unmarketable. The problem is that the ...