{"id":7478,"date":"2020-09-05T17:08:06","date_gmt":"2020-09-05T21:08:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=7478"},"modified":"2020-09-05T17:08:25","modified_gmt":"2020-09-05T21:08:25","slug":"horse-care-101-a-simple-guide-to-caring-for-a-horse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/horse-care-101-a-simple-guide-to-caring-for-a-horse\/","title":{"rendered":"Horse Care 101: A Simple Guide to Caring for a Horse"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Science shows us that owning animals increases happiness<\/a> and reduces stress. They give us so much so we must know how to give them care in return. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Horse care can seem like a daunting task. However, it is easier than you think to take care of your equestrian friend. We have put together a simple guide for the tips and tricks you need to keep your horse well cared for and happy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s take a look!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Food <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When gathering your horse supplies<\/a>, food makes the top of the list! Quality feed comes in the form of chaff,  pasture, or hay. They must get adequate feed to stay healthy. A general guide for feed is 1\u20132 kg per 100kg of body weight each day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, supplemental feed is needed to keep the horse in good condition. Consider supplementary feed if your horse is showing signs of weakness, they are being regularly worked, or if they do not have pasture to graze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is advised to provide a salt lick or mineral block in the paddock with your horse. Never feed your horse grass clippings or food scraps as it could lead to illness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Clean water is a must for all animals, however, it is essential for horses as unclean water can lead to illness. Self-filling water troughs are a good option, but they must be checked regularly for cleanliness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Galvanized steel tubs are another suitable option for your horse. Buckets should never be used though as they can be easily knocked over by your animal. In hot weather, your horse can drink anywhere between 25-45 liters of water daily, so always make sure they have a steady supply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shelter <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You must provide shelter for your horse from rain, sun, inclement weather, predators, etc. A walk-in shed or stable are good options, but also have trees or shaded areas in the pasture for them to seek shelter during the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The paddock for your horse is used to prevent injury or escape. Keep them well kept and clean and ensure that fences are in working order. Be mindful of things that could cause your horse to try and run away such as neighboring horses or other animals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A farrier should trim your horse’s hooves every 6-8 weeks to avoid chipping or discomfort. If you will be taking your horse on rocky terrain shoes are a must. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every 3-5 months horse’s teeth should be checked until age 5. Once the horse is over this age, an annual check-up with suffice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regular worming is important for the health of your horse. Keep manure to a minimum to help reduce worm infestations. Keep open communication with your Vet about worming procedures and vaccinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proper Horse Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These horse care tips are essential for a happy and healthy horse. With this simple guide, you will be able to give your horse the care they need to live a great life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Science shows us that owning animals increases happiness and reduces stress. They give us so much so we must know how to give them care in return.  Horse care can seem like a daunting task. However, it is easier than you think to take care of your equestrian friend. We have put together a simple […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7478"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7478"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7478\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7480,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7478\/revisions\/7480"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7478"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7478"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7478"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}