Cost to Hire the Horse Patrol

The Vermont Mounted Response Unit offers services on a sliding scale. Recommended contributions for services range from $22 to $42 per mount per hour, depending on the client's needs. For greatest effect and safety we always work in pairs. Rates are individually quoted and based on a two horse, four hour minimum.

Law enforcement studies have determined that each mounted officer equals ten to fifteen officers on foot (we use a more modest ration of 1:5), making the Vermont Mounted Response Unit a bargain. Comparatively, it would require thirty officers on foot at a cost of over $900 per hour to achieve the same effectiveness as six mounted rangers at an average hourly cost of under $200.

Donations to the non-profit Vermont Mounted Response Unit permit us to occasionally offer services for the cost of travel expenses only. Sponsors are greatly appreciated!