Owning a horse can be very rewarding but only if you have the equipment necessary to care for your animal.

Before you buy a horse, make sure you have the means to purchase the required gear.

The first thing you need is a place for the horse to live. You don’t need a fancy barn, but the horse must have shelter from the elements. You also need plenty of room for it to graze–typically two to four acres per horse. If you don’t have that kind of Cialis Jelly land, you’ll need to find a boarding establishment where you can rent a stall and use the pasture. Whether you’re renting a stall or not, you’ll also need to have the tools necessary–shovel, broom, mop, etc.–to clean it out.

The second important consideration is the horse’s food and health. Your horse may get its food from going out to pasture in the summer, but you’ll need grains and/or hay for the winter as well as a feeding bucket and pitchfork. You’ll also need first aid supplies and other general health treatment items, like ointment and medication for worms. And don’t forget blankets! Of course, you should arrange for your horse to have regular check-ups from a veterinarian.

Next, you next need to assemble tools for grooming. liquid cialis At the very least, you’ll need a hard bristle and Kamagra jelly a soft bristle brush. The hard bristle brush breaks up dirt or sweat in the horse’s coat, and the soft bristle brush is for more sensitive areas like the legs. For the mane and tail, you’ll need a comb. For the hooves, a pick. Fly spray, detangler, shampoo, conditioner, and rags are also important. And you’ll probably want something in which to store all of these, such as a bucket or tote, not to mention some tack cleaner.

In order to lead and ride your horse, you’ll need additional supplies, starting with a halter and lead rope. Some horse tack, like a saddle and bridle, may not be completely necessary, but if you’re planning to ride a lot, you should have them. If you do, you’ll also need a saddle blanket or pad and horseshoes. Additionally, you’ll need to buy some gear for yourself. A riding helmet is critical, and you’ll probably want boots, suitable long pants, and knee and elbow pads as well.

These are just the basics. If you want to train, show, and/or transport your horse, you’ll obviously need further equipment, not the least of which is a trailer. It’s important, then, that you make sure you can provide for all of your horse’s needs before you buy one.

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