... and have decided to sell Alfie and Milly (with the possible option of long-term loan). My original plan was to put them both on loan, and it has been a really hard decision to make. In August I’m leaving to spend a year in Peru, and then hopefully going to university to study medicine. Realistically it’s going to be 6 – 10 years before I’m in any kind of position to look after a horse, and IMO selling is preferable to loaning for that amount of time. My parents helped me to see that it was in their best interests, as well as mine, to find them a new home – even though the idea seems terrifying right now.
I know I’m going to need to start advertising soon in order to find them a new home by late summer… but getting the whole process started is so scary. I know nothing about selling horses, how long it takes, etc. is it a case of getting their adverts up as soon as possible?
I’m really worried about finding Milly a home especially. She’s not broken to ride or drive but needs exercise, she can be nervous, she’s terrible with the farrier, vet, etc. and not always easy to catch. She’s also the most friendly, delightful pony I’ve ever met, but I don’t know if anyone will be able to look past her flaws. With a bit of time she is easy to handle and lead and puts a smile on everyone’s face. Worst case scenario would be that she ends up cooped up in a small paddock, deprived of attention, becoming difficult to handle, and the situation getting worse and worse.
Equally scary, Alfie ending up with someone who only wants him because he's a coloured cob and doesn't really care about him.
The idea of them being separated also really upsets me
To be honest just thinking about not having them with me upsets me a lot, so I’m just trying to focus on the next few months and enjoying them. My horses have given me three fantastic years, and all I want is to find someone who will love them as much as I do.
Any advice or support would be great, I feel so confused right now
I know I’m going to need to start advertising soon in order to find them a new home by late summer… but getting the whole process started is so scary. I know nothing about selling horses, how long it takes, etc. is it a case of getting their adverts up as soon as possible?
I’m really worried about finding Milly a home especially. She’s not broken to ride or drive but needs exercise, she can be nervous, she’s terrible with the farrier, vet, etc. and not always easy to catch. She’s also the most friendly, delightful pony I’ve ever met, but I don’t know if anyone will be able to look past her flaws. With a bit of time she is easy to handle and lead and puts a smile on everyone’s face. Worst case scenario would be that she ends up cooped up in a small paddock, deprived of attention, becoming difficult to handle, and the situation getting worse and worse.
Equally scary, Alfie ending up with someone who only wants him because he's a coloured cob and doesn't really care about him.
The idea of them being separated also really upsets me
To be honest just thinking about not having them with me upsets me a lot, so I’m just trying to focus on the next few months and enjoying them. My horses have given me three fantastic years, and all I want is to find someone who will love them as much as I do.
Any advice or support would be great, I feel so confused right now