Horse Shopping

Our objective is to help you find the horse of your dreams that is safe, dependable, and the quality show horse you desire.

What level of ability do you require in a horse?

What are your goals of horse ownership, both short and long term?

How much money are you willing to invest in a horse to suit your goals?

What involvement do you want in the purchase?

What specific traits are important to you in a horse?

Always ask a trainer to attend.  We know you or your child and feel that if we ride the animal we can help you assess if, in our opinion, it is safe for you or your child to ride.

Bring your riding attire and saddle (if you own one).

10% Commission on original purchase of horse plus all expenses associated with any horse brought to Stonehouse Stables on trial (Min. $1000 commission with no limit on how many horses we view)

$15 per horse for Internet Assessment (including email discussions and phone calls all for one price) per instructor

$35 per training ride at home

$1.25 per mile of travel including travel to see a particular horse or transport for horses

$25 per day of board including paddock use

Any fees for shoeing, etc.

Any lesson fees or make up lessons will apply

Any fees for vet, etc.

Any Deposit or insurance required on said horse

Virginia State Sales Tax:  All horse sales require state sales tax.  State sales tax is 5%.  The law requires us to collect the tax at the time of sale and report it to the state.

The 10% commission will apply to the sale price of the horse.  Any new expenses  (e.g. boarding, training rides, shoeing, vetting, etc.) will begin when the first ride occurs and you say you are interested in purchasing the horse.