Purchase Agreement Terminology & Definitions
  • NWF/SELLER - NorthWoods Friesians
  • BUYER - A non-NorthWoods Friesians entity purchasing horse(s)
  • PURCHASE HORSE/HORSE - Individual horse of a certain age, sex, or life-stage being sold to the BUYER.
  • PURCHASE CONTRACT - Document declaring sales of a certain HORSE at NWF, outlines BUYER and SELLER responsibilities and expectations to ensure a pleasant, uncomplicated transaction for all parties.
  • Foal: A young horse that has been born and is under the care of their dam.
  • Weanling: A horse that is no longer nursing from the mare. NWF weans at 6-7 months old.
  • Yearling: A horse that has reached January 1st of the next year following birth.*
  • Adolescent, Young Adult or Adult: Any horse 2 years of age or older.
  • Filly: A female horse less than 4 years of age.
  • Mare: A female horse 4 years of age or greater.
  • Colt: An intact male horse less than 4 years of age.
  • Stallion: A intact male horse 4 years of age or greater.
  • Gelding: A completely castrated male horse
​       Any horse suspected to be or has been diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian to have cryptorchidism, intersex, or other reproductive anomaly will fully disclosed.
* - January 1st is considered the "birthday" for all horses, not the actual date of birth, for simplified purchase contract purposes.
       Horses greater than 7 months of age are subject to a small boarding fee at the minimal cost possible of $100 per month. This is to help pay for the cost of hay and ongoing care. We will pro-rate the boarding cost. If your horse only spends a few extra days with us, you will not be expected to pay for a full month.


​Payment Types Accepted
       We readily accept several forms of secured payment for your convenience:
  • Cash
  • Cashier's/Bank Checks
  • Debit Cards
  • EMV-Enabled Credit Cards​
  • PayPal (Goods & Services Only)​
  • Personal Checks (Funds must clear immediately.)
  • Venmo
  • Zelle

Buy-Back Option & Assisted Rehoming
       ​We understand that life doesn't always go as planned. If you ever find yourself in a position that requires you to sell your NorthWoods horse, please contact us. We may consider a buy-back option if space is available or we would gladly assist with helping you find a new home for your equine.