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Owning your first horse is a very exciting prospect. It is ultimately what every rider aspires to.Visualise those lazy summer hacks down country lanes; competing at your local show; that first place rosette!!! In reality finding and maintaining your perfect horse may not be as easy or as cost effective as you first think. Before buying or loaning your first horse you need to consider the following issues: Time dedication Your ability Your finances Facilities available Choosing the right horse Long term considerations Where to start looking Viewing a potential horse Purchasing Loaning The first few weeks What to do next TIME DEDICATION Owning or loaning any horse is a very time consuming hobby. Consideration needs to be given as to how you would adapt your daily routine to care for a horse.This would not simply be half an hour in the morning and half an hour in the evening. Always remember that things can and will go wrong especially when you are in a rush. Even if you are just going to check rugs, g...