As a farm owner myself, I understand how hard it is to leave! Not only are we worried about EVERYTHING going wrong, we are very protective and it's hard to trust someone else to take over the care of our animals. Sit back, take a deep breath and get excited! Because you have finally found someone who will be there for your animals and give you the peace of mind you need to be able to leave and actually do something for yourself. Lets meet! Lets chat about everything you are worried about and then let me ease your mind so you can look forward to your time away.
Here is a guideline to help you estimate what it may cost for your farm sitting services. This is in no way a strict, blanket pricing system. Once we meet and go over everything needing to be done-I will provide you with a final cost.
Pricing Guide:
Horse Care:
Run-in/24 hour turn out
Twice a day feeding, watering and light run-in mucking: $25 Per Visit
*Additional pasture/run-in areas will cost an additional $10 per visit, per area.
Stall/daily turn out and let in
Twice a day feeding, watering and once a day stall mucking:
$10 per horse per visit. 4 or more horses: $10 for the first 3 horses and $5 per each additional
*For example: 6 horses = $45 per visit ($10 each for first 3 and $5 each for additional three).*
EXTRAS:
Paddock Mucking:
$5-$10 per paddock (will determine at initial meeting)- up to two horses per paddock
*Will not muck large fields, only small turn-out paddocks*
Administering Medications :
Medication is included in normal horse care (up to twice per day).
Holding for Farrier or Vet:
If appointment is not made for while I am already there for my visit, you will be charged $20 for an additional visit plus a...
$10 holding fee per appointment.
Small Farm Animal Care:
(Chickens, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, etc.)
Since these animals are usually in groups and do not need individual care every visit, there will be a starting rate of:
$20 Per Visit
For each additional species of small animal, there will be an additional:
$5 Per visit
*For example: You own a flock of birds and a herd of goats who each need to be fed and watered each visit. Each visit would cost $25 ($20 plus $5 for the additional herd or flock)*
Shelter/Coop/Paddock Cleaning:
$10 Per area
If you have a farm full of many types of animals who need my care, lets sit down and go over everything! I try to keep my pricing as affordable as I can and still make a living from what I love to do!
TRAVEL FEES:
Travel fees may apply and are decided upon from a central location of Princetown, NY.
Travel fees are applied outside of a 10 mile radius.
Run-in/24 hour turn out
Twice a day feeding, watering and light run-in mucking: $25 Per Visit
*Additional pasture/run-in areas will cost an additional $10 per visit, per area.
Stall/daily turn out and let in
Twice a day feeding, watering and once a day stall mucking:
$10 per horse per visit. 4 or more horses: $10 for the first 3 horses and $5 per each additional
*For example: 6 horses = $45 per visit ($10 each for first 3 and $5 each for additional three).*
EXTRAS:
Paddock Mucking:
$5-$10 per paddock (will determine at initial meeting)- up to two horses per paddock
*Will not muck large fields, only small turn-out paddocks*
Administering Medications :
Medication is included in normal horse care (up to twice per day).
Holding for Farrier or Vet:
If appointment is not made for while I am already there for my visit, you will be charged $20 for an additional visit plus a...
$10 holding fee per appointment.
Small Farm Animal Care:
(Chickens, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, etc.)
Since these animals are usually in groups and do not need individual care every visit, there will be a starting rate of:
$20 Per Visit
For each additional species of small animal, there will be an additional:
$5 Per visit
*For example: You own a flock of birds and a herd of goats who each need to be fed and watered each visit. Each visit would cost $25 ($20 plus $5 for the additional herd or flock)*
Shelter/Coop/Paddock Cleaning:
$10 Per area
If you have a farm full of many types of animals who need my care, lets sit down and go over everything! I try to keep my pricing as affordable as I can and still make a living from what I love to do!
TRAVEL FEES:
Travel fees may apply and are decided upon from a central location of Princetown, NY.
Travel fees are applied outside of a 10 mile radius.
*Pricing does not include NYS Sale's Tax.
*We accept payment up front by either Cash, Check or PayPal (fee applies).
*We accept a 50% deposit to book our services and the remaining to be paid prior to services rendered.
*Please contact us TWO weeks prior to scheduled services of any cancellations or changes. If two weeks advance notice is not given, there will be a fee of $50 or cost of services (whichever is less).
*We do not offer refunds for early arrivals from vacation, however with proper notice, we may be able to credit your account for up to two visits.
*There are times where we can accommodate last-minute bookings. However, there will be a $50 fee added to services needed within 5 days of contact.
* We do not exclude by breed! However, we will not care for unpredictable, dangerous animals who may cause harm to our care takers.
*Horses must be easy to lead and respectful of their care-takers.
*We do not administer injection medication for large farm animals. Please make vet appointments before you leave if this is needed. We will, however, hold your well-behaved animal for the vet for an additional fee.
*Your pet sitter is not responsible for any harm that may come to your animal resulted by any instance outside of their control. Please make sure you call your vet to give us permission to call and approve vet care in case of an emergency. We will provide you with permission forms as well.
*We accept payment up front by either Cash, Check or PayPal (fee applies).
*We accept a 50% deposit to book our services and the remaining to be paid prior to services rendered.
*Please contact us TWO weeks prior to scheduled services of any cancellations or changes. If two weeks advance notice is not given, there will be a fee of $50 or cost of services (whichever is less).
*We do not offer refunds for early arrivals from vacation, however with proper notice, we may be able to credit your account for up to two visits.
*There are times where we can accommodate last-minute bookings. However, there will be a $50 fee added to services needed within 5 days of contact.
* We do not exclude by breed! However, we will not care for unpredictable, dangerous animals who may cause harm to our care takers.
*Horses must be easy to lead and respectful of their care-takers.
*We do not administer injection medication for large farm animals. Please make vet appointments before you leave if this is needed. We will, however, hold your well-behaved animal for the vet for an additional fee.
*Your pet sitter is not responsible for any harm that may come to your animal resulted by any instance outside of their control. Please make sure you call your vet to give us permission to call and approve vet care in case of an emergency. We will provide you with permission forms as well.