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How do I get my horse into a Sale?
Simple. Use the enclosed Entry
form
- Read the consignment contract carefully. If you have any
questions,
please contact us.
- Fill out the form completely and neatly. Including...
- Your name, address and phone numbers
- The current owner's name, address and phone numbers (if
different from
consignor)
- Horse's name, breed, registration #, year foaled, color and sex
- Complete the owner's statement, (a written sales
pitch), as you would like it to appear in the catalog
Return the completed consignment form with the original registration
certificate, signed transfer and applicable breeder's
certificate to us.
Approved Payment Methods
- Cash, Cashiers Check, Money Order or Travelers Checks.
- We catalog all breeds for the Friday evening session including
paints
and
quarter horses - starting at 6pm. Paints and Quarter Horses are
cataloged
in the traditional session on Saturday, starting at 8am. If you
are
unable to get your horse in the catalog, we have open consignment for
grade
and registered horse on Sunday. We start accepting horses at 12
noon on Thursday prior to the sale.
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Will you print pictures?
- If you have a professional quality photo of your horse
we may
use
it in a promotional brochure and/or in some advertising. Just send it
in
with your consignment form, along with an additional $50 for printing.
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When do I get paid?
- ALL Checks for sale proceeds are MAILED from our office within
7 days
after
the sale, IF all paper work is in order.
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What health papers do I need?
- The ORIGINAL Negative Coggins Report dated within six (06)
months prior
sale date.
- A Current Health Certificate dated within 30 days prior sale
date, if
from
out of State.
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What do I need to bring to the sale?
- Buckets, grooming equipment, a nice halter to show your horse
in,
tools to clean your stall and stall area, saddle and bridle if your
horse
will ride, materials to hang buckets and stall decorations.
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How do I find my stall?
- CHECK IN at the Tagging Chute upon arrival.
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Should I ride my horse at the sale?
- ABSOLUTELY! If your horse is broke, You as the owner know your
horse
the
best - if you would rather not, there are people available for hire at
a cost of $10 to $25
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Can I ride my horse in the sale ring?
- Yes. We recommend riding trained or started horses in the sale
ring.
The
rider should wear appropriate CLOTHING.
- You will be responsible for getting your horse to the Auction
Ring and
taking it back to the stall.
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What if my horse gets sick or hurt and can not come to the sale?
- We require a Vet Slip and pictures or Video, the horse will
then be
reconsigned
to the next sale.
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What happens if I sell my horse before the sale and do not
bring
it?
OR I do not bring it for any reason other than a veterinary
excuse?
- There is a substantial withdrawal fee of $1000 for doing this
once your
horse has been accepted for the sale. If you sell your horse
beforehand,
or do not bring it for any reason other than a veterinary excuse, you
will
owe the consignment fee of $65 plus the withdrawal fee.
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What can I do to help get the most money for my horse?
- Treat the sale like a major show with a lot of judges. These
judges
will
reward you with money by bidding on your horse.
- Be sure that your horse is fit and in good condition, is
clipped
properly,
its feet are in good condition and the horse is clean.
- Be sure that your horse is clean and ready to show EARLY on
sale day.
You
should be clean and wear nice clothes on sale day.
- Stay by your stall to be sure you can help any potential
customers and
keep your stall area neat. Be pleasant and helpful.
- Stall displays and decorations will draw attention to your
horse.
(Signs,
pictures, scrapbooks, and other information on your farm,
stallion
etc.)
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What do I do if I decide not to sell my horse for the price bid?
- You as the seller have the right to "NO SALE" your animal if
you feel
that
you need more money. Be reminded that your fees are the same as
if
you sell.
- If you DO NOT SELL YOUR HORSE in the sale ring and are
approached by a
buyer afterwards, bring the buyer to the sale office. We will handle
the
transaction.
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What does the auction company do?
- We promote your horse to thousands of potential buyers through
advertising
and direct mail
- We provide a quality marketplace to present your horses to
prospective
buyers
- We supply roping cattle, barrels, cutting cattle, wash rack,
hay and
bedding.
- We provide printed material to help you understand and make
best use of
the Auction process
- We handle the money and paper work in the transaction
- We help if any questions arise between the buyer and seller
concerning
the sale of the horse.
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Can I contact you if I have other questions about the sale?
- Yes, we are available to answer any questions you may
have
and help
you take full advantage of the phenomenal marketing opportunity.
- Just call us at 541-567-6649
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