07/03/07 Check List

Make a list, check it twice maybe three times just to be sure, I'm Jeff Keane No that's not my Christmas list. I'll be back to tell you what list it is. Buying a new horse can be a lot like grocery shopping on an empty stomach here's Becky with how impulse buying isn't a good idea. Well I don't know about you Jeff, but those fresh donuts always look good, but when I get them home, my sensible side reminds me I would be more fulfilled with a healthier choice. It seems a lot of horse buyers get influenced in much the same way. A sweet, shinny horse sure looks appealing until you get it home and it masquerades through several fences. You know they say first impressions are the key to good relationships. Well the first impression of a donut is great but they're usually not worth increased waistline. Be sure to really plan ahead and have your "shopping" list prepared before you venture out horse hunting, don't waiver from, your concrete choices, not for you, not for anybody. And, what ever you do don't be in a hurry to buy the first horse you see, ask about a short trial period, and always have a pre-purchase exam done by a reputable vet. Remember, a horse isn't a sack of day old bargain donuts it's a lot of hard work, money and hopefully fun. The worst thing you could do is buy the wrong one and be stuck with a sour taste in your mouth. I haven't bought a horse in a long time Becky, but you sure made me feel guilty about that last dozen donuts I bought, I'm Jeff Keane.