TERMS OF SALE FOR HORSES

All of our horses are registered with the AQHA. Any other registry that a horse is registered with will also be noted. (If any horse isn't registered it will say so within the info section for that horse.) We include as much information about the horse's ability as we can - including any inabilities or flaws. You can see the horse's pedigree by clicking where indicated for each horse. In most cases we list the full 8 generation pedigree. We always revise the date for any page of this website that's been modified. Please check back on a regular basis.

For Sales within Canada payment to be made via money order, bank draft, certified cheque or electronic transfer in whichever currency the horse is indicated for sale as (Canadian sales require an additional 5% GST). We will provide a negative coggins test for adult horses (not for weanling foals) if requested, signed transfer papers, and the original registration certificate unless other arrangements have been agreed to. If a buyer requests a vet check, this can be arranged at the buyer's cost. Transportation is the responsibility of the buyer. Arrangements may be made if the new home for the horse is within a certain distance from our farm (please contact us for further details).

For sales to the United States payment to be made via money order, bank draft, or electronic transfer in whichever currrency the horse is indicated for sale as. To find out the exchange rate from US to Canadian currency please click here for our currency converter. We will provide a negative coggins test and we will assist with the appropriate export paperwork for boarder crossing. This is not difficult, but knowing the correct steps makes it easier to get done. Any fees associated with vet checks for export paperwork or general health checks are the responsibility of the buyer. Transportation is the responsibility of the buyer. Arrangements may be made if the new home for the horse is within a certain distance from our farm (please contact us for further details).

Sales Policy: We are honest breeders and we will disclose any known training/experience, habits, and conformation flaws up front. All of our horses are gentle and are worked with or handled every day. Our horses are all rideable, unless they're only foals. We make sure that all foals are halter broke and will lead willingly. We do not start any horse under saddle until it is at least 2 years of age, and then only light riding. Please expect us to ask you a few questions about your experiences with horses and what type of horse you are looking to find. We do this to ensure that our horse is the right match for you. Our horses are generally trail riding horses and carry good foundation bloodlines. We don't target any particular equine discipline.

Downpayment on Foals: We require 1/3 of the purchase price as a downpayment to reserve foals that have not been weaned. If the potential buyer changes their mind, there is no refund. If something happens to the foal that it is not in an appropriate state of health to be sold, at Alder Creek Farm's sole discretion, a full refund will be issued.

Downpayment on Horses: Upon receipt of $250 the horse will be reserved for the buyer. Title to the horse still belongs to Alder Creek Farm and all care of the horse will be the responsibility of Alder Creek Farm. If the potential buyer changes their mind, there is no refund. Unless otherwise agreed to by Alder Creek Farm, the remaining fee for the horse is to be paid within thirty (30) days of the initial downpayment. Transportation of the horse must be arranged so that the horse leaves Alder Creek Farm no later than fourteen (14) days after payment of the horse is made in full.

Full Payment on Horses: If the buyer wants to pay the entire price agreed to for the horse rather than just a downpayment, the buyer has immediate title to the horse and is responsible for all expenses. Original registration certificates and signed transfer papers may need to accompany the horse when it ships, depending on cross-boarder requirements. In this event original documentation may have to stay with the horse for transportation purposes. If no such shipping requirements apply, the original documentation can be forwarded to the buyer immediately, or travel with the horse, at the buyer's discretion.

Title to the Horse: If the horse does not leave Alder Creek Farm at the same time that title of the horse changes hands, all care and financial obligation belongs to the buyer - the horse is considered sold and no refunds will be issued for any reason. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event that the horse does have to stay at Alder Creek Farm until such time as transportation can be arranged, the horse will be well treated but no financial outlay will occur. If a medical emergency takes place, Alder Creek Farm will use its best judgement to ensure that what's best for the horse takes place. The fees associated with such medical emergency will be paid for by the buyer.

Refund: In the event that a horse has a positive coggins result, a refund will be given for either a horse where either a downpayment or a full payment has been received, less a $50 administration charge. Please note that it is the buyer 's responsibility to get a vet check or soundness exam done on the horse before either a) payment is made in full, or b) the horse leaves the property. After either of the aforementioned, no refunds can be issued.

Questions?: Feel free to email us and ask us any questions you may have in relation to our sales policy. We are trying to be fair to all prospective buyers and we hope that you can understand all the work that goes into each and every prospective sale of one of our horses. Time is money and we'd like you to spend yours wisely.

We do not trade any of our horses. We reserve the right to name the new buyer and list the horses' new location by city and province/state.