* Food: $50-$150
* Hay: $25-$50 per month
* Grain: $25-$100 per month
* Treats: $10-$30 per month
* Water: $10-$20
* Fresh water available 24/7
* Bedding: $15-$30
* Straw or shavings for stall/pasture
* Veterinary care: $50-$200
* Annual checkups, vaccinations, and deworming
* Farrier care: $25-$50
* Trimming and care for hooves
* Grooming supplies: $10-$20
* Brushes, combs, hoof picks
* Insurance (optional): $20-$50
* Provides coverage for medical expenses
Additional expenses:
* Initial purchase: $500-$3000
* Boarding: $250-$500 per month (if you don't have your own property)
* Transportation: $50-$100 per month (if you need to trailer your horse)
* Training (optional): $50-$100 per month
Total monthly expenses: $200-$1250
This estimate does not include the cost of purchasing a mini horse, which can vary greatly depending on the breed, age, and training of the horse.