All too often, unprepared people take a leap into horse ownership without first properly understanding how much it actually costs. When the cost becomes too great, the animal is discarded. These animals, if they're lucky, end up somewhere like Pasture Pals. If they're not, they can end up at the feed lot. Please, before you consider purchasing or adopting a horse, consider all the costs. It goes far beyond the purchase price of the animal! Here are just a few things to consider:

• Board fees
• Farrier fees
• Vet bills
• Feed/Supplements
• Training/Lessons