If fresh grass is unavailable, hay is horses' main source of nutrition. Always favor fine-stemmed, soft, green, and leafy hay and avoid sun-bleached, moldy, musty, or dusty hay.
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Working horses may need more feed if they lose condition. Consult your vet for feed supplements. Lustrous coats require Omega-3 in the horse's diet.
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Horses should constantly have clean water because dehydration can be fatal. Unclean water can potentially carry horse-harming germs and viruses. Troughs and waterers need frequent cleaning.
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Grooming is essential for horses. Not simply horsebrushing. Care, attention, and knowledge are essential.
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Stalls house horses. Safe barns, sheds, and stalls are essential for horses. Safe stalls, fences, windows, doors, walls, and ceilings.
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The horse's habitat should be safe and natural, devoid of holes, rusting farm machinery, and loose wire fences. Fences must be mended frequently to prevent harm and escape.
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Horses are herd animals and need the company of another horse, donkey, mule, pony, sheep, or goat in the same or nearby pasture.
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Horse health requires daily activity. A daily workout improves stamina, endurance, heart and lung function, bone and hoof development, and more.
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Attending riding club or taking regular lessons might help you ride effectively if your horse can be ridden.
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To protect yourself and your horse, buy the right riding gear. When buying equestrian gear, consider quality, durability, and budget.
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Hair must be clipped regularly to stay healthy and shapely. Hair should be cut every three to four weeks.
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