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First Mare, Happy, Healthy, Location Advice?

hvloonie

hvloonie

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First of all, hey everyone, I'm kinda new here. Sorry if I posted this in the wrong spot,
I did try to find a topic that was close to relevant and since well being is a priority for
a potential companion in the future, i figured this was a good spot.

I've been around for a bit I was on BF before under a different username which I've long forgotten.
I know that owning a mare is expensive and they deserve the very best care. (Feed, Vet Care, Etc, space to exercise)
I was wondering if there were any owners out there that had advice about buying/owning a mare, and if you need your own
land or if you could stable them somewhere and pay for their lodgings, and then ride them (no pun intended)
to somewhere where you both can share some quality time together, and get to know each other.

And then when you both are close enough, finding a spot to be on your own? Until you can have
the land for them to run around and enjoy, and offer them the best. Has there ever been a fellow
owner that has been willing to rent a stall out to you? Is that something that happens.

I'd love to own a mare one day, they're beautiful, amazing, and graceful creatures.
But, it might be a long time away, but, hopefully one day you know?
 
hvloonie said:
First of all, hey everyone, I'm kinda new here. Sorry if I posted this in the wrong spot,
I did try to find a topic that was close to relevant and since well being is a priority for
a potential companion in the future, i figured this was a good spot.

I've been around for a bit I was on BF before under a different username which I've long forgotten.
I know that owning a mare is expensive and they deserve the very best care. (Feed, Vet Care, Etc, space to exercise)
I was wondering if there were any owners out there that had advice about buying/owning a mare, and if you need your own
land or if you could stable them somewhere and pay for their lodgings, and then ride them (no pun intended)
to somewhere where you both can share some quality time together, and get to know each other.

And then when you both are close enough, finding a spot to be on your own? Until you can have
the land for them to run around and enjoy, and offer them the best. Has there ever been a fellow
owner that has been willing to rent a stall out to you? Is that something that happens.

I'd love to own a mare one day, they're beautiful, amazing, and graceful creatures.
But, it might be a long time away, but, hopefully one day you know?
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I am of the same opinion of Animallover!
You will find nothing, if apart from a piece of land/farm/private (etc.) to do what you want to do.

There are some equestrian centers around my home and at the very least, I worked for most {5 in total} and I counted in these centers that 4 were under surveillance (I did not ask or observe) for the 7 all around my home...

I advise you not to do it, in which case you risk big! :cautious:
(Be safe, secure and find a safe place to ensure full privacy and safety in your premises!)
 
Oh, definitely not planning any "fun" at the stables. It was more of a place to groom, pet, and care for my horse, until I can find somewhere suitable for us both to spend time together. I was more of a mind, well, I can spend time with her at the stables, bond with her, take care of her, but I was just wondering outside of "extracurricular activities" if it was a viable option. Definitely aiming for my own piece of land though.

Another thing I was worried about was, if I do have the resources and funds, what is a good way to purchase a horse without too many people sticking there nose into everything? I don't really know much about stabling or horses, but I wouldn't mind learning, and if I am to have a mare as a pet, I want to make sure she's taken good care of. And that's she's healthy and happy.

PS: Love your profile pic, Animallover.
 
So the absolute first thing to do is go take some riding lessons somewhere. Then maybe volunteer at a rescue of some kind. You need horse experience before having horses. After this you will be able to answer your questions pretty well.

I would assume no play time at a big boarding facility. I mean you could get away with a lot but there will always be people around and such. Big risk.

You could find a smaller private setup with just a few boarders. These are great if you can get the right situation. You might be able to figure out some significant alone time but still a risk of someone being there when unexpected.

Having your own place is great but horses are a lot. You typically need to pay someone to care for them any time you are away. You need a way to move them, equipment for land, feed storage, and so many other things. You can't have just one horse so you need to plan for more or at least a goat friend which adds a whole extra section of work. Stay in school and get a really good job.
 
Pretty much what twisted stallion wrote 100% I would definitely save up and get your own farm before getting any animals it will be safer and cheaper in the long run i pay almost 1k a month were i board my mare at if i didn't get my mare first i probably would of allready saved up enough for some land
 
Yeah, I agree with all of your points, travel is a consideration as well. Thanks for your input, and help.
Do you think a miniature might be a good first mare?
And... what do they feel like you know? I'm really curious about that.
 
hvloonie said:
Yeah, I agree with all of your points, travel is a consideration as well. Thanks for your input, and help.
Do you think a miniature might be a good first mare?
And... what do they feel like you know? I'm really curious about that.
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Miniatures can be just as expensive as full size mares, and normally they have a much bitchy attitude,
So their hoof care is much harder to keep under control normally.
If you want my opinion paint or Arabian mares are probably the way to go.
 
Miniature horses make good pets and lovers, one of mine has been with me for 29 years and counting, as mentioned above there is no guarantee that any given mare is going to be interested in anything more in the relationship but that's something you normally can't figure out until well after getting her.
 
It is also always worth remembering that in addition to romance and "private time" when keeping a horse on a private plot, you often have the responsibility for her treatment and monitoring her condition. It is worth at least reading a couple of articles about the most common problems.
But if you volunteer at stables for rescued horses, you will most likely get this experience, I think.
Also regarding the psychological component (of course, if the mare is a partner and a lover for you and not a just toy...), constant anxiety when you are not nearby is guaranteed, and the thought of whether everything is okay with her now comes quite often, whether you are already in bed or in the shower and damn, you at 3 am or 5 am go to check on her, because this thought will eat you up from the inside.
Regarding departures, there is also a problem, you simply cannot leave her and have to call relatives / close friends to look after her or hire someone. Although there are cases when you have a really strong connection and the mare may even stop eating because she misses you.

Regarding rental stables, they are most often utter garbage, with a lot of problems. Starting from the impossibility of developing a full relationship with your chosen one, inadequate grooms who beat horses, not the best feed and conditions in principle, to the fact that the owner of the stable will really want your mare to be covered by his gelding/stallion and he/she will constantly hint at this (I have encountered such "freak" some time ago).
So the best option is a private plot, at least two mares and at least basic knowledge of their maintenance, TREATMENT and care. Well, and financial question of course, from time to time horse are very expensive, especially in treatment, the best choice would be a good remote work.
 
hvloonie said:
First of all, hey everyone, I'm kinda new here. Sorry if I posted this in the wrong spot,
I did try to find a topic that was close to relevant and since well being is a priority for
a potential companion in the future, i figured this was a good spot.

I've been around for a bit I was on BF before under a different username which I've long forgotten.
I know that owning a mare is expensive and they deserve the very best care. (Feed, Vet Care, Etc, space to exercise)
I was wondering if there were any owners out there that had advice about buying/owning a mare, and if you need your own
land or if you could stable them somewhere and pay for their lodgings, and then ride them (no pun intended)
to somewhere where you both can share some quality time together, and get to know each other.

And then when you both are close enough, finding a spot to be on your own? Until you can have
the land for them to run around and enjoy, and offer them the best. Has there ever been a fellow
owner that has been willing to rent a stall out to you? Is that something that happens.

I'd love to own a mare one day, they're beautiful, amazing, and graceful creatures.
But, it might be a long time away, but, hopefully one day you know?
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Hey! owner here!

you can certainly board a horse somewhere, I would make sure the boarding facility has good hay and feeds hay more than 2 times per day, some places just throw 2 flakes in the morning and 2 at night and that is not enough for large horses especially.

making sure the facility has adequate turnout time is also important, horses need to move to be healthy even if its just walking around a pasture for a few hours, better then staying in a stall!

feed, i recommend Poulin Fibremax and Stamm 30 ration balancer, its great feed and doesnt require you to feed pounds and pounds of it; I feed 2 quarts a day to my mare and she looks amazing even now when the weather is horrible and cold.

also farrier for the hooves every 6 weeks~

find a good vet nearby in case of issues.

dentals annually or slightly more frequently.

As long as horses are getting good turnout and good food, they shouldnt require much in the way of vet care.
 

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