Why choose an Equine Appraiser?
An Equine Appraisal is a unique service created to establish current market values of horses for purposes such as sales, purchases, insurance claims and policies, and litigation for both private owners and insurance companies. Horses are considered personal property and fall under the same guidelines as stated in the Personal Property Appraisers Guide. A professional report is created for each appraisal. This service is vital to all horse owners as well as attorneys and insurance companies that deal with cases involving horses.

What can a Certified Equine Appraisal be used for?

• To establish market value
• For insurance purposes
• For legal matters, estate matters, matrimonial agreements, wills and dissolving or establishing partnerships
• For bank financing and/or collateral
• For sales or transfer of titles
• Any other reason for placing a value on a horse

What does your Certified Daventry Equine Summary Appraisal include?

• We offer a free, no obligation initial consultation by telephone
• A professional inspection on site (if applicable)
• Detailed data collection, including all pertinent information
• Analysis of the subject horse
• Comparison of the subject horse to others in the current market
• A complete detailed report with full information, photographs and a letter of opinion suitable for legal, financial, insurance and estate matters
• Professional, bound reports that are admissible in court
• All appraisals are strictly confidential

What types of horses does Daventry Equine Appraisal Services appraise?
Tracy is a long time competitor on the hunter/jumper and dressage circuits, active in the breeding of Warmbloods and Welsh & Half Welsh Hunter Ponies, and a respected equine judge and inspector in various disciplines and breeds. She is most often asked to appraise hunter/jumpers & equitation horses, dressage horses, eventers, ponies, western pleasure & performance horses, race horses, driving horses and trail/companion horses. We are also familiar with some of the more Rare Breeds - Andalusians, Friesians, Spotted Draft Horses, Miniature Horses, Canadian Horses, Welsh Cobs, Gypsy Vanners, Fjords, Connemaras, Gaited Breeds and have trained and/or judged them throughout the years as well.

Do you provide services to Attorneys, Accountants or Insurance Agents?
Yes. Daventry Equine Appraisals have been used in court, for tax purposes and for some of the major insurance companies in both Canada and the United States. You can be confident that your appraisal will hold up to the highest standards, including litigation and the IRS/CRA.

Can Daventry Equine Appraisals determine the value of a horse they haven't physically seen?
Yes. Because some horses are no longer available for inspection (ie. deceased or stolen), much of our work is done by conducting appraisals under hypothetical conditions. This type of appraisal requires that we "assume" some facts by using information obtained through documentation and validation by other sources, including but not limited to veterinarians, trainers, registry officials, local sales, and/or prior owners. It should be noted that appraisals that are needed for court, and involve a living horse, should have an on-site inspection of the animal done. Appraisals done on a living horse solely by video and photographs may not stand up in court.

What does current market value mean?
This is the highest price, estimated in terms of money, that an informed buyer would pay for a particular horse on any given day.

I am considering donating my horse. What do I need to know before donating?
Donating your horse to a school or non-profit organization is a good, charitable contribution you can make. First, make sure that the school or organization does qualify as a charity or non-profit organization under the IRS/CRA guidelines. Then consult with an accountant to determine if you may be eligible to receive a tax deduction. The IRS/CRA will allow you to deduct the "fair market value" price your horse would bring on the day you make the donation. Example; if you donate an aged equine that has been retired from hunter/jumper competition, you will not be able to claim the same price you paid for him as a young, sound Jumper Champion. If the value is more than $5,000, you will need to support the claim with a written appraisal by a qualified, independent expert.

What affects your horses value?

• Physical traits such as age, health and conformation
• Breed and type characteristics, pedigree and background
• Disposition
• Accomplishments including training, show records, prizes and earnings
• Value of progenitors and offspring
• Current economic and marketing trends

Factors that don't affect your horses value?

• Emotional attachment
• Perceived value
• Direct or indirect costs of ownership maintenance, veterinary bills and financial needs

How much does it cost to get a Certified Equine Appraisal done?

• An average appraisal costs approximately $300.00 CAD, however, each appraisal is unique so please call for your individualized quote
• Discounts are available for multiple horses
• Contact us for fees and information