A horse all to yourself, isn’t that what every rider dreams of? Unfortunately, it is not that easy for everyone! Not only can it all be very high in terms of costs, it also entails many responsibilities. A horse on loan is a nice alternative for this!
A horse on loan, a good alternative for your own horse?
Many people take the decision to buy a horse too quickly, with the ensuing consequences. Unfortunately, many horses end up in this way at dealers, and sometimes even at slaughter. A horse in loan taking is a good alternative for people who do not (yet) want to take the risk of having their own horse.
What exactly does that mean, a horse on loan?
Not everyone is familiar with a horse on loan. Yet there seems to be an upward trend and it is becoming more and more popular in the horse world. It is not only a nice solution for the tenant, the owner can also reap the benefits. When a horse is on loan, it is as it were “given away” for use, without the horse being sold. In this way, the horse remains in the owner’s name at all times. It is usual that all standard costs are taken care of by the owner. You can think of the stabling, the farrier, the vet costs (deworming and vaccinations). The hirer of the horse may now place this horse in a desired stable and consider it as his own horse.
When to borrow a horse?
When is it an attractive solution for you as a horse owner, to loan a horse? Many horse owners come to a point where they can no longer afford their horse. This could be due to money problems or perhaps too little time. Many people choose to put their horse up for sale. Still, this is not always the best option for many people. The owner may have become attached to the horse and find it difficult to distance himself completely. Of course you always want the best for your horse and with sales you do not always have the certainty that your horse will actually end up well. It often happens that horses are sold, you have no say about this after the sale.
On loan you have the option to keep an eye on your horse. The costs are taken care of, but the horse remains your property. This is a pleasant feeling for many people. If the tenants decide not to want the horse anymore, it will simply come back to you. This prevents the chance that the horse will possibly be sold on to dealers.
When to borrow a horse?
Borrowing a horse has several advantages. First, the purchase amount is lost. A horse costs a lot of money, and many people cannot deposit a large amount at once. When you borrow a horse, it is not your property, but you can have a lot of fun with it. In most cases you have the option to place the horse near you in a stable of your choice. You now pay for the maintenance of the horse. So keep in mind the stable, farrier and vet! Another advantage is when you no longer have the opportunity to take care of the horse, you can return it to the owner. When the horse becomes ill, the costs (depending on the agreements) remain for the owner himself.
Make appointments
What is very important with a loan arrangement is that proper agreements must be made. This is to avoid misunderstandings. Always make sure that a good and clear contract is drawn up. Make clear agreements about the options and how the costs are divided. It may be wise to have the horse insured. Accidents can always happen and there must be clarity who will pay for which costs.
Does a horse on loan seem like something to you? Take a look around the marketplace. Here you can regularly find advertisements with people who give their horses on loan. Maybe you are a horse owner yourself looking for a good solution for your horse, place an ad and who knows, you might find a nice address!