Terms & Conditions
A RANCH HORSE – TERMS & CONDITIONS
DEPOSIT & HOLD POLICY
ALL HORSES REMAIN AVAILABLE FOR SALE UNTIL A DEPOSIT IS RECEIVED.
Talking with us about a horse, asking questions, scheduling an appointment, or telling us you intend to purchase a horse does not place the horse on hold.
A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a horse.
A deposit holds the horse for seven (7) days.
During the hold period, boarding is $15 per day.
If the horse is paid in full at the time of contract, the buyer receives seven (7) days of free board from the contract date.
If payment is not completed according to the agreed terms, A Ranch Horse may release the hold and make the horse available for sale again.
DEPOSIT TRANSFER POLICY
If a deposit is placed before the buyer personally inspects the horse and the buyer decides the horse is not the right match, the deposit may be transferred toward another horse from A Ranch Horse within 60 days.
After 60 days, the deposit is forfeited.
Deposits are not cash refundable.
PAYMENT TERMS & FEES
A 3% fee applies to credit card transactions.
There is a $50 charge for returned checks.
All sales are final except for the limited 3-Day Exchange Policy described below.
NO CASH REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.
3-DAY EXCHANGE POLICY – BEHAVIORAL SUITABILITY
The buyer has three (3) days from the date the buyer takes possession of the horse to notify A Ranch Horse of a behavioral suitability concern and request an exchange.
The 3-Day Exchange Policy applies to behavioral suitability only.
Behavioral suitability will be considered in relation to the rider level and characteristics at which the horse was represented by A Ranch Horse at the time of sale, including Kid Safe, Beginner Safe, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced.
Significant behavioral concerns may include bucking, rearing, bolting, dangerous kicking or biting, severe spooking, or other unsafe behavior that is materially inconsistent with how the horse was represented at the time of sale.
The occurrence of a behavior does not automatically qualify the horse for an exchange. The circumstances surrounding the behavior will also be considered.
HANDLING, SADDLING, TACK & RIDER-RELATED BEHAVIOR
A horse's behavior can be affected by how the horse is handled, saddled, and ridden.
Behavior may be caused or influenced by:
- Incorrect saddle placement
- Poor-fitting or unfamiliar tack
- A bunched or incorrectly positioned saddle pad
- Improper or excessive cinching
- Improper bridling or bit use
- Accidental or conflicting rider cues
- Excessive rein or leg pressure
- Rider imbalance
- Improper handling
- Riding beyond the rider's ability
- Changes in feed, turnout, environment, routine, care, or management
A behavioral reaction caused or materially influenced by improper handling, saddling, tack, rider or handler error, or circumstances occurring after the horse leaves A Ranch Horse does not automatically mean the horse was misrepresented or unsuitable.
A horse represented as Kid Safe or Beginner Safe is expected to be appropriate for that rider level when handled, saddled, and ridden in a reasonable and appropriate manner.
RETURN & EVALUATION REQUIRED BEFORE EXCHANGE
ALL HORSES MUST BE RETURNED TO A RANCH HORSE AND EVALUATED BY A RANCH HORSE BEFORE ANY EXCHANGE WILL BE APPROVED.
The buyer must notify A Ranch Horse of the behavioral concern within the 3-day exchange period and return the horse to A Ranch Horse within that period.
A request for an exchange does not automatically qualify the horse for an exchange.
A Ranch Horse will evaluate the horse and the behavioral concern reported by the buyer.
The evaluation may include:
- Catching and leading
- Ground manners
- Grooming and tying
- Saddling and cinching
- Tack and equipment
- Behavior under saddle
- Response to normal riding cues
- The specific behavior reported by the buyer
A Ranch Horse may also consider the circumstances surrounding the reported behavior, including the rider's experience and ability, handling, saddling, tack fit, rider cues, environment, feed, turnout, care, and management.
Behavior caused or materially influenced by improper saddling, poor-fitting tack, improper handling, conflicting or accidental cues, rider or handler error, or other circumstances occurring after the horse leaves A Ranch Horse will be considered during the evaluation.
An exchange will only be approved after the horse has been returned to A Ranch Horse, evaluated, and the reported behavioral concern is determined to be materially inconsistent with how the horse was represented at the time of sale.
EXCHANGE TERMS
This is an EXCHANGE-ONLY POLICY. NO CASH REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.
If an exchange is approved, the buyer is responsible for all transportation and costs associated with returning the horse to A Ranch Horse.
The horse must be returned in the same physical condition in which it was sold, except for reasonable changes associated with normal care.
The buyer must select a replacement horse within 30 days of the approved exchange.
REPLACEMENT HORSE VALUE
The replacement horse must be of equal or lesser value than the original horse's purchase price.
A horse with a higher sale price than the original horse is NOT eligible as a replacement under the exchange policy.
If the buyer selects a horse of lesser value, no cash refund, credit, or reimbursement will be given for the difference.
ONLY ONE EXCHANGE IS ALLOWED
Each original horse purchase is eligible for only one approved exchange.
The replacement horse selected by the buyer is a FINAL SALE and is not eligible for another exchange under this policy.
Because only one exchange is allowed, buyers are strongly encouraged to take their time and make sure the replacement horse is the right match for their riding ability, handling ability, experience, intended use, and needs.
Whenever possible, buyers are encouraged to meet, handle, saddle, and ride the replacement horse before making their final selection.
Horses sold under special written terms that specifically exclude the exchange policy are not eligible for the 3-Day Exchange Policy.
HEALTH, SOUNDNESS & PRE-PURCHASE EXAMINATIONS
A Ranch Horse encourages buyers to obtain a pre-purchase veterinary examination (PPE) before purchasing a horse.
Veterinary examinations and drug testing are welcomed at the buyer's expense.
Unless otherwise stated in writing, horses are sold AS IS regarding health, soundness, age, and physical condition.
The 3-Day Exchange Policy applies to behavioral suitability only. It is not a health, soundness, age, or veterinary guarantee.
If the buyer chooses not to obtain a pre-purchase veterinary examination, the buyer accepts responsibility for that decision.
BUYER RESPONSIBILITY & RIDER LEVELS
The buyer is responsible for evaluating the horse and determining whether the horse is appropriate for the buyer's:
- Riding ability
- Handling ability
- Experience
- Intended use
- Environment and facilities
Buyers are encouraged to personally meet, handle, saddle, and ride the horse before purchasing whenever possible.
Descriptions such as Kid Safe, Beginner Safe, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Family Safe, Trail Safe, or similar terms reflect A Ranch Horse's experience with and evaluation of the horse.
These descriptions do not guarantee that a horse will behave exactly the same with every rider, handler, or in every environment.
Horses are living animals. Their behavior can be affected by rider ability, handling, tack, saddling, environment, feed, turnout, care, management, and other circumstances.
TITLE & CONSIGNMENT DISCLOSURE
A Ranch Horse represents that it has the authority to sell each horse offered for sale.
For horses owned by A Ranch Horse, A Ranch Horse represents that it has clear title to the horse.
For consignment horses, A Ranch Horse acts as an agent for the horse's owner.
TRANSPORTATION & HAULING
The buyer is responsible for transportation to and from A Ranch Horse.
Transportation through A Ranch Horse may be available for $2.00 per loaded mile when arranged in advance.
Veterinary transportation is available for $100 per trip to a veterinarian in Crockett, Texas.
WRITTEN AGREEMENT
The final written Bill of Sale and other written agreements signed by the buyer and A Ranch Horse contain the terms of the sale.
Verbal statements or understandings that are not included in the written agreement do not change the written terms.
The agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Texas.
If any provision is determined to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect to the extent permitted by law.