[原创]和大驰马业学马儿的英语——如何选购一匹马

HI,各位马友，在加拿大的大驰马业的资源之一，就是英语啦。那么，让我们从英语开始学习吧。我们会不定期地在这里发出英文原文，以及我们在北京的伙伴所翻译的中文，请大家指点哦。

好，让我们从今天开始！

Learn the True Cost of a Horse

   If you're planning to buy horses, you probably already know how much you're willing and able to spend on an equine companion. But the purchase price is just one part of the cost of a horse. In fact, the cost of owning a horse can range dramatically depending on the breed, age and disposition of your horse, where you live, where you plan to keep the horse and what type of work you plan to do with the horse.

Before you buy a horse, it's important to think through all the costs associated with your new friend. That way, you can budget for the extra expense – instead of being surprised down the line. Need a hand thinking it through? Plan ahead for the true cost of a horse with this guide .

The Cost of Keeping a Horse: Board, Pasture and More

  The easiest way to keep the cost of a horse low is to board him on your own property. However, if you live in an urban area or don’t have the facilities to properly board and pasture a horse, you'll need to find a stable in the area that can keep him.

 

  The cost of keeping a horse varies widely depending on where you live and the level of service your stable provides. Simple pasture boarding can cost as little as $100 a month. However, stable boarding can cost $500 or more.

If you plan to keep your horse on your own land, you’ll also need to consider whether the property is adequately equipped. First, you'll need about two acres of good pasture per horse for grazing. You'll also need well-maintained barn space, particularly if you live in a cold climate.

The Cost of Owning a Horse: Feed, Maintenance and Healthcare Needs

   Most horse owners spend about $60 to $100 per month on hay, salt and supplements – and some spend much more, particularly if they feed grain.

   Maintaining your horse's hooves adds even more to the cost of a horse. Whether or not you plan to shoe your horse, you'll need to have a farrier check and trim his hooves every two months or so. This usually costs around $25 or $30. Add in shoeing, and you could pay $80 to $100 every two months.

Routine medical care is an additional cost of owning a horse and includes vaccinations, de-worming and annual teeth cleaning. For a healthy horse, this can cost as little as $300 a year. However, if your horse gets injured or ill, you could pay hundreds or even thousands for a one-time treatment. Although you can't predict such expenses, prepare yourself for the possibility before you buy a horse.

The Cost of a Horse is Worth Every Cent

  If all these costs – as well as optional expenses, such as tack, riding lessons and show entry fees – leave you feeling daunted about buying your first horse, remember that there's no substitute for an equine companion. Although the cost of a horse isn't small, the rewards are large. As long as you've planned ahead and can afford your horse, you won't regret it – so go ahead and start shopping on the Internet.

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让我们学习如何选购一匹物有所值的马

如果你计划买一匹马，那么首先要知道自己的预算。但是马匹价格仅仅是你预算的一部分，因为马匹的种类、年龄、血统，甚至你的居住地，马的安置处都是需要考虑进花费的。

在购买之前，重要的是你要想明白你打算为你的新朋友所做的所有相关联的花费。你需要做些额外的用度思考——以防止它一旦超出你的花费高限的时候你出现非常惊讶的表情。你可以在某些网站寻找到一些马匹的实际消费指南。

 

持续保有马匹的花费：放养及其它

一个最简单的降低你预算的方式在于，如果你居住在城市，或者你没办法搞一个简单的马匹居住地的话，你就需要一个固定的区域来安置他。

要想让你的马匹舒适地生活，你花费的变化取决与你所居住的地方的生活水平以及他们能提供的服务。简单的放养大约每月需要花费你一百美元，但由于地域的差异，你或许需要花费500美元或者更高。

如果你打算将马匹放养到你的地界，你也要考虑何处是它最好的安身地。首先，每匹马大约需要两英亩的草地来放牧。你还需要一个足以修建马厩的空间。特别是，如果你居住在冬季寒冷的地方。

 

自己马匹的其它花费：饲料，维护及健康需求

很多马匹的主人大约每月花费100美元用于购买干草，盐和其它补充物质，有时候你花费的会更多，尤其是你饲养马匹用的是谷物的话。

马匹的蹄子的护理也是你预算的一部分。无论你是否打算给马上掌，你都需要每两个月为马蹄找一个蹄铁匠来清洁整理，它们的花费大约是25到30美元。如果再加上钉马掌，你每个两个月的费用大约是80到100美元。

 

日常健康护理也是你拥有一匹马的额外开支，这包括了接种疫苗，寄生虫的处理与年度牙齿护理。对一个健康的马来说，这些年度花费应该在300美元左右。如果你的马受伤或者是生病，你可能要一次就要为它支付成百上千的费用。虽然你不能准确的预估那些开支，但自己早做准备是个不错的选择。

 

让你的马匹物有所值

如果这些花费，例如那些“额外”消费，比如马鞍啦，骑马课程啊，日常税费啊在你买之前你都能确定承受，也还要记着那只是你拥有马匹不可替代的一分支出，虽然这笔开支数量也不小。不过把这些问题考虑清楚你是不会在将来感到遗憾的。那么，现在你就可以尝试你的网络购买之旅了。

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