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Are you sure you want to own a horse?

Owning a pony may be a little girl’s biggest dream. However, this dream can
turn into a nightmare if all the costs and obligations that owning a horse im-
plies are not taken into account. It is true that there is something magical about
owning a horse: your horse becomes more than a family member. He becomes
the reason for your smile at the end of the day. However, not everything is a
sunshine. Owning a horse is a very big responsibility as your horse’s welfare
depends one hundred percent on you. Before purchasing a horse keep in mind
that your horse can’t take care of himself. He needs someone to take him out,
groom him, feed him, clean his stall, and pay for his… everything.

When you own a horse, your horse becomes a very big and important part of
your life. That’s why many riders call it a lifestyle. Horses require a lot of time and
dedication. Even though you are paying a groom to feed and clean his stall, think

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