Horse Lease Agreement

What You’ll Receive:

• One fully customizable digital contract template
  Delivered as an editable Word document (.docx) so you can tailor it to your specific needs.

• A step-by-step User Guide
  Walks you through each section of the contract with plain-language explanations and practical checklists to help you fill it out correctly and confidently.

• Instant Download
  Your files will be available immediately after purchase—no waiting, no hassle.

Included Clauses and Terms:

• The Parties & Description of Horse
  Identifies the Owner and Lessee and includes detailed information about the Horse, including registration, primary discipline, and ownership status.

• Lease Term & Payment Structure
  Clearly defines the start and end date of the lease, payment schedule (per event, monthly, annual, or custom), and optional mount money terms.

• Awards
  Allows you to specify who retains award money and prizes won while the Horse is under lease.

• Right to Purchase (Optional)
  Includes an optional lease-to-own structure with customizable payment terms, protections for the Owner, and conditions for ownership transfer.

• Permitted & Prohibited Use
  Restricts unauthorized activities and clearly states that the Horse may not be bred, subleased, or used outside its agreed discipline.

• Care, Boarding, and Veterinary Standards
  Details Lessee’s responsibilities for feed, turnout, farrier, veterinary care, boarding quality, and emergency protocols.

• Emergency Veterinary Care
  Includes a checkbox-based cost selection (Owner, Lessee, or shared), optional treatment threshold, and language authorizing humane euthanasia if Owner cannot be reached.

• Insurance Requirements
  Allows you to require specific types of coverage (mortality, major medical, liability) and designate who is responsible for securing and paying premiums.

• Risk of Loss & Permanent Impairment
  Lessee assumes full responsibility for loss, injury, or death of the Horse. If permanently impaired, the Owner retains discretion over ownership, return, or compensation.

• Assumption of Risk & Liability Release
  Protects the Owner against direct claims for accidents, injuries, or equine behavior during the lease period.

• Indemnification
  Lessee agrees to defend and reimburse Owner for third-party claims arising from the Horse’s use while in their care.

• Default & Termination by Owner
  Spells out what happens if the Lessee breaches the agreement, including repossession rights, liquidated damages, and injunctive relief.

• Force Majeure & Miscellaneous provisions
  Includes essential protections for unpredictable events, jurisdictional language, notice delivery rules, and full integration of all terms.

Legal Notice & Disclaimer
This template is a professionally drafted legal document intended to provide strong, customizable protection for common contract scenarios. However, it is not a substitute for legal advice. Laws vary by state, and your specific circumstances may require additional terms or modifications. For full legal protection, we recommend having this agreement reviewed by a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before use.

This document contains proprietary content owned by Barstow Contract Co.® and is licensed for individual use only. Use of this template is subject to the Digital Product License Agreement and Terms and Conditions that can be found at www.barstowcontracts.com. Any unauthorized reproduction, resale, distribution, or sharing—by any means—is a direct violation of copyright and license law and will be pursued to the fullest extent permitted, including legal action, statutory damages, and injunctive relief.