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Comparaisons des chevaux miniatures américains par rapport aux chevaux moyens de taille normale
Les informations sur ce tableau, "Comparaisons des chevaux miniatures américains par rapport aux chevaux moyens de taille normale", sont recueillies auprès de diverses sources et ne sont pas destinées à représenter des coûts spécifiques ou réels. Avant le démarrage de toute exploitation équestre, la rentabilité matérielle et financière doit être examinée en détail.
Factors Considered | American Miniature Horse | Average Full-Sized Horse |
|---|---|---|
Carts | $375 to $1,500 | $1,000 to $5,000 |
Farrier Cost - Trimming | $10 to $18 per horse. Some owners do their own trimming due to the ease of handling Miniature Horses. | Trim $30 to $50 per horse. Some very knowledgeable owners do their own trimming. |
Shoeing | No shoes | $50 to $200 per horse |
Suitability to Ride | Children up to 70lbs may ride depending on Miniature's age, height & body type. Riding generally not recommended. | Children & adults can ride. Risk increases due to animal's size, training, rider experience. |
Suitability to Drive | Children 3-4 years & up routinely drive at home, parades and in shows. Miniature Horses can easily pull up to 1-2 adults in a cart in all gaits, minimal experience is needed. | Children - questionable. Adults - dependent upon experience. |
Health & Hardiness | Excellent - with good care. | Excellent - with good care. |
Life Span | 20-30 Years | 20-30 Years |
Vaccinations / Medications & Worming | Same as for larger horses. Determined by horse's weight - greatly reduced dosage for Miniatures. | Same as for Miniature Horses. Determined by horse's weight - 4-5 times the cost of Miniature Horses. |
Suitability for Special Needs Individuals | Greatly adaptable to individuals with Special Needs due to Miniature Horse's smaller size and affectionate nature. | Difficult for some individuals to handle due to larger size. |
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