The equestrian world has always been tied to the luxury world. But as luxuries are feeling the economic pinch, does that mean people will give up horse-riding?
Bull Hill Farm in Lafayette breeds and sells the expense Irish Draught breed. These horses sell for anywhere ranging from a thousand dollars to a hundred thousand dollars. Employees at Bull Hill Farm say people are not likely to give up their horses if they are committed.
Paul Ferenack, a horse farmer says, “ people who are interested in this type of horse generally are in the income range that are although affected by the economy are willing to sacrifice other things in order to have a horse.”
Tom Pellitteri, a horse lover, says "the money that goes toward supporting the horses is less money I have to spend on myself for rent and because when they are gone a part of me will be missing."
Regardless of the high cost of this luxury, the emotional payoff seems to be well worth it for some.
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