Tag: Horse Care Winter

Preparing Your Horses for the Cold Months of Winter

proactive steps to ensure their equine companions are comfortable, healthy, and well-cared for in the chilly weather. Here are a few essential tips for preparing your horses for winter’s challenges. Assess and Adjust Diet Winter can be challenging for horses as their bodies require more energy to maintain body heat. To help your horse cope… Read more »

Horse Riding Tips for the Winter

As much as the romantic scene of riding a horse while the snow is falling around you can be appealing, it also happens to be one of the more dangerous times of year to be riding horses. While all bundled up, the snow and white scenery may be beautiful and peaceful, but the ground conditions… Read more »

How to Take Care of Horses During the Winter

Cold weather, snow, and ice can make life difficult for horse owners while providing care to their animals. Horse owners in frigid winter climates are often forced to navigate through mounds of snow to reach their stable. This can make taking care of and exercising your horse much more strenuous. Additionally, horse owners worry about… Read more »

Preparing an Older Horse for Winter

While there are several steps you must take to ensure your horses are ready for winter, your senior horses in particular should be a focus. Depending on the horse, your horse may be considered senior anywhere from 15-20 years old. Whether you’ve noticed your horse has been slowing down, has been getting sick more often,… Read more »