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ESTIMATED COSTS







        Yearling breaking:



        $68 a day, which drops to $45 when the
        horses are turned out.


        Training costs when

        stabled at a racetrack:



        $80 a day which covers everything other
        than veterinarian bills, van costs, stakes,
        or other nomination fees.


        Owners are also responsible for their
        individual licensing costs.


        Additional charges

        include:



        • Monthly blacksmith work, typically four
            shoes changed every 30 days.
            $160 a month.


        • Supplements $150 per month.


        • Typical veterinarian bill for a healthy
            horse: $300 a month.


        Flynn says, “Clients should expect to pay
        $1,500 (basic turn-out) to $3,500 (full training
        at the track) a month for each horse”.
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