Winter Care
Winter care of your horse - Learn how to feed, clothe and keep your horse stress free and healthy in winter, no matter what the weather....
Winter care of your horse - Learn how to feed, clothe and keep your horse stress free and healthy in winter, no matter what the weather....
By Christine Barakat, EQUUS Magazine Horses, like people, tend to have more trouble handling cold weather as they grow older so practicing proper winter horse care is important. Snow, sub-freezing temperatures...
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Riders everywhere are bundling up in heavy coats, woolen scarves, insulated boots, mittens, long underwear, ski masks, and whatever else falls out of the closet. But there are always...
Destination: Southern Utah. Overview: Southern Utah is a prime winter destination for equine adventures. You’ll avoid deep snow; in fact, you might not find any snow at all. You’ll also avoid...
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Horses are notoriously hard on their winter-wear blankets. Here's what you need on hand to make quick fixes in a pinch: A lighter: Use a...
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[/caption] Use the downtime of winter to reinforce basic ground manners in your horse. When ice and snow make riding impractical, that doesn't mean you can't still be busy with your horse....
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Keep a horsewoman you love warm and cozy this winter horseback riding with the Wind Pro Performance Breech. The Wind Pro fabric features a soft fleece...
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Shelter need not be elaborate. Many western horses do perfectly well with only a cottonwood grove for shelter. Dry cold is easier on horses (and people) than humid cold. A...
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When was the last time you took apart your bridle and oiled it? It may have been last week, or it may have been last year. If...
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If you’re experiencing severe cold and the horse can’t hold its weight with free-choice hay alone, start to gradually add or increase grain. Beet pulp is another good choice because...


