Meadow Haven Horse Rescue

 

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MEADOW HAVEN

HORSE RESCUE  &  SANCTUARY

 


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Considering Adoption? 

We are very glad you are considering adopting one of our wonderful horses, but we want you to take a moment and consider the reality of what is in front of you. There is so much more to brining a horse into your life than just owning it; they are a financial commitment, a time commitment and a love commitment. .

The Cost of Horses

You probably wouldn't be looking at this site if you didn't have an interest in horses and that's great; it's what Meadow Haven is all about. Horses and their Health, Happiness, Welfare and Quality of Life. Maybe you're thinking about getting a horse and a rescue horse would be an opportunity to give a deserving animal a good home and that's also great. We hope the following information will help you in making your decision and that you understand all that is involved with giving your horse the care he deserves. Please take a moment and look over the information we have provided regarding the costs and care of owning a horse. We hope this will help you to make an informed decision and that you understand all that is involved with giving your horse the care he deserves. The rewards are worth every effort you make, and the fact you have chosed to give a "rescue horse" a chance at another life, one he deserves, makes it extra special.




To the best of your abilities and resources, a responsible horse owner:

1. Checks and tends to their animal daily.
2. Observes their condition daily and takes immediate steps if a problem is noted.
3. Supplies fresh water and monitors intake.
4. Supplies appropriately nutritional feed on a regular, scheduled basis.
5. Has salt/mineral licks available, especially in summer heat.
6. Has regularly scheduled farrier visits.
7. Has annual medical check-up done by a qualified equine vet.
(These often include; Coggins testing, recommended vaccinations and teeth exam)
8. Maintains a regular worming schedule.
9. Protects horses as needed from insects.
(For example; flies, mosquitoes, ticks, etc.)
10. Supplies supplements as health needs dictate.
11. Maintains a safe environment.
12. Provides adequate shelter to protect from wind, rain and sun.




Here is a very simple guideline budget for basic horse care. All these are estimates and pricing can change with the weather (hay), the economy and the area where you live. It is based on one horse and does not include halters or any tack, shoes, medical emergencies, etc. - it is the bare essentials only.





The Breakdown


**Farrier: trims every 6 weeks @ $30/trim

 

$300/year

 

**Wormer: Daily wormer

 

$150/year

 

**Paste wormer (Used every 3 months)

 

$60/year

 

**Horse Feed

 

$525/year

 

**Hay: (Two 50# bales/wk at $6.00/bale)

 

$650/year

 

**Vet: (Annual shots, Coggins, overall check-up)

 

$200/year

 

**General Care Items (Health, Medical, Misc)
$250/year



TOTAL
$2135./YEAR (Approximately $175.00/month)



There are a variety of factors that go into the cost of each and every horse. They all have different needs and demands. What works for one horse doesn't always apply to the next.

We are pleased to include some sites to visit and do some of your own research.
There are many others out there, these are just some to get you started.




100% of your donation goes to the animals in our care.