Bought A horse - Now What?

You placed the successful final bid, the auctioneer called "Sold', asked you for your bidder number, and now you are the proud owner of a new horse. Here are some suggestions to help you through the process:

1. Stay in your seat and wait for one of our fabulous volunteers who will find you to have you sign an initial sale contract confirming your bidder number and the purchase amount. You will retain a copy of this form to present at the sale office.

2. Come to the sale office to settle your account for your purchase as soon as possible. If you are planning to purchase more than one horse, come to the sale office as soon as possible after your final purchase.

3. Make sure you leave the sale office with your new horse's insurance examination form and a receipt showing payment has been made.

4. If you wish to purchase insurance for your new horse, visit the insurance agent in the front area of the Cow Palace.

5. Visit the barn and find the consignor of your new horse. Discuss your plans for transport and arrange for continuity of care.

6. Arrange to have your horse shipped home. You may wish to contact one of the horse transport companies listed in this supplemental catalogue. If you require temporary stabling for your new horse in the area to allow you time to arrange for shipping, contact the sale office for assistance.

7. Following the waiting period for clearance of funds through the bank (10 to 21 days), you will be mailed a letter from the sale administrator containing pertinent information and to advise you of what to expect regarding the process for transfer of papers for your new horse.