Horse Ownership Education Series
The Horse Ownership Education Series is for anyone who is considering purchasing a horse, whether they are brand new to the horse world, needing a refresher after a few years away, or just wanting to know more about horse ownership. (See detailed content description below.) The instructor, Leslie Nalls, is preparing the Horse Ownership 102 class on basic equine health. Stay tuned for scheduling.
Montana Horse Sanctuary is offering the popular Horse Ownership 101 class for the third year in a row, subsidizing the $65 registration cost. Youths (age 12-17) may accompany an adult for an additional $30. Class is limited to 10 participants.
Horse ownership 101 flyer
To register, email info@montanahorsesanctuary.org. Please put “Horse Ownership 101” in the subject line. We will contact you with registration details.
Class 1 – “So, you think you want to buy a horse?”
This class will provide a practical overview of the planning and considerations that any prospective horse owner needs to know to make informed decisions regarding buying a horse.
Planning ahead – information regarding options available for lessons, leasing a horse or purchasing a horse and how to know which is the right option for you.
Financial Considerations – important information to know about the cost of purchasing and caring for a horse as well as being prepared for those unexpected vet bills.
Knowledge – information that will help guide a potential horse owner through the confusing process of buying a horse including: what to purchase, how to read and understand a horse for sale ad, what questions to ask and pitfalls to avoid, and how to protect yourself throughout the process.
Class 2 – “A horse at home”
This class is for anyone who already owns a horse or plans to own a horse now or in the future. You will learn about choosing a boarding facility or preparing to have your horse at home.
How to create a safe, comfortable environment for your horse.
Types and options for fencing, shelter, feeding, pasture, equipment, etc.
Bringing your horse home and what to expect.
Getting to know your horse safely.
Setting you and your horse up for success as you help them transition to a new home.
More Education Through Workshops
The Sanctuary organizes and sponsors horse care and horsemanship workshops with the goal of helping horse owners become better caregivers to their horses. We also offer workshops in nutrition, pasture management, caring for rescued horses, drawing, painting and photographing horses and more. Our wide array of workshops helps horse lovers connect with horses in a variety of ways.
We’ve learned a lot and are excited to share our expertise directly and through workshops with individuals, newer organizations and county animal control officers.
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Learn More About Our Workshops
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caring for the rescued horse
This workshop helps rescuers and law enforcement become more adept at rehabilitating horses, donkeys and mules seized in cruelty cases.
This workshop is offered based on demand. If you would like to attend this, please let us know and we will schedule the class.
Let us know how we can support your efforts to care for rescued horses!
Help Us Help You Help Horses
If you are involved in horse rescue, tell us how we can support your efforts and be sure to check out our grants page. If you are a horse owner in need of help, let us know.
If you are a horse person who has horse care or nutrition questions, contact us, and we will try to find an expert to answer your inquiry.