Horse Care For Beginners

Fact! Your horse needs periods of rest from the work you do with him, just as you need rest from your work. You could do this by letting him loose in the pasture, ideally with one or more friends, for an hour or so each day. Or perhaps putting him out on occasions for a few days or even weeks during your busy periods when you really can’t spend the time riding.

I thought I’d start off with something that affects our hip-pocket, money! The welfare of your horse must come before all other considerations and most certainly before money matters. Horses are some of the most expensive and time-consuming animals you can own. Small ways to save time and money soon add up. Some of these tips will help you save both; some are unfortunately a trade off between time and money.