How to Reduce Costs on Keeping a Horse

July 24, 2009 · Posted in horse riding · Comment 

Living through the current difficult financial times is difficult enough, but when you have horses and ponies which depend on you for food, shelter and veterinary care, every little bit helps.

It’s a shame that many horses and ponies are abandoned or given up every week, as horse lovers struggle to cope with the current economic climate.

This is especially problematic for horse charities and Sara Tuppen from the Horse Refuge in Wittersham Kent is an expert about looking after horses when money is scarce, having to rely solely on contributions to keep over 40 rescued horses in good shape.

She believes there are a few points which should help make owning a pony on a tight budget a little easier:

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