Horse Agistment Providers – What To Look For
Are you looking for horse agistment? Well the internet is exactly the right place to start your search. You’ll find that there are quite a number horse agistment (and other services) directories on the internet. And also, many properties have created their own websites that outline the horse agistment services they offer. If you don’t have access to the internet then another great way to find horse agistment properties is in your local business or telephone directories. And most horse lovers magazines will provide advertising space for horse agistment services.
Firstly, you will need to consider how far away you will have your horse agisted. Ideally it would be best if you can find somewhere that is close to either home or work/school. And if you do have to travel, will you need to take public transport and how regular are the services. You will want to visit your horse regularly so make sure you can get there easily.
Next you will need to consider what your horse agistment requirements are. Horse agistment properties offer a huge range of options, whether you just want outdoor grazing right up to full care with blanket service & a regular hot wash! You will need to take into account how much time you have available and your budget. If you are able to spend plenty of time with your horse (as I know you will want to!) you will be able to provide much of his care like regular feeding. If your time is limited, then you will need more services to be provided for you. But of course, this is going to cost you more and you will need to take this into account.
The next step is to find two or three properties that fit you criteria and make an appointment to visit the site. I prefer to visit more than just one property so that I have something to compare against. When you’re there, look out for how well the grounds are maintained, is the fencing all secure and well maintained. Are the other horses healthy looking. Is there adequate protection and room to move for your horse. While you’re there, also find out the hours of operation, this will be particularly important if you plan to do most of the care yourself and will need to spend a lot of time there.
And finally, once you have decided on the provider you will use, make sure that a contract is signed by both parties. This should outline the services that are to be provided and the roles and responsibilities of both yourself and the horse agistment provider. They should be able to provide this as they will have one in place with all of the horse owners. This piece of paperwork is important for both parties and it will mitigate any problems arising in the future.
Horse lovers all over the world are on the look out for horse agistment providers. Before making a decision, visit Michelle Rudge’s site on horse agistment at: www.HorseAgisment.in-f0.com.
