A horse is a mans faithful servant. He will remain loyal to you throughout his lifetime. Owning and taking care of your horse develop your sense of responsibility. He can be your source of joy and strength. Provide him with all the things that he needs to live comfortably. Make sure he lives in the best environment, to reach his full potential.
Basic Needs
Horses have basic needs for survival. These include:
* Food. Horses eat all day long. They eat grasses (or forage), hay and some treats. They have small stomachs, and they eat little meals at frequent intervals.
* Water. Horses need 8-15 gallons of water per day. They need more water during hot weather.
* Shelter. Provide your horse with a clean and spacious shelter to live in. This will protect him from rain, snow, and harsh weather.
* Companionship. Horses also need buddies of their own kind. They feel safer when they see other horses around.
* Training. A professional equine trainer will help your horse become competent and more flexible. Continuous training can develop his behavior and general health.
A Healthy Environment for Horses
To make sure your horse lives in a nice and comfortable place, do the following:
* Keep his shelter (stable or barn) clean and dry at all times.
* Dispose of manure properly. Flush clogged drainage with running water daily.
* Provide adequate ventilation to prevent respiratory diseases.
* Keep all equipment clean and functional.
* Provide a good storage facility for all the equipment, to keep your horse safe.
* Choose the most suitable fencing structure for the shelter. Introduce your horse to unfamiliar fences to prevent injury.
* Avoid making loud noises around horses.
* Do not put sharp objects in the stable.
* Keep your horse guarded at all times.
Health Care
To keep your horses health in optimal condition, make sure to give him the following:
* Multi-vitamin supplement. When your horse eats the same food every day, he may become weak and sickly. Equine multi-vitamin supplements provide him all the necessary nutrients to stay healthy.
* Deworming. The presence of parasitic worms makes your horse weak and susceptible to diseases. Deworming can help eliminate intestinal parasites.
* Vaccinations. This is the most effective way of preventing illnesses. Vaccinations help the horse develop immunity to certain equine diseases such as tetanus.
Taking care of your horse is a challenging task; however, it can be fulfilling. Give him the necessary things to survive. Keep his environment safe and clean to improve his well-being. Make your buddy feel loved always. A good horse owner provides his horse a life worth living. Your horse is a part of your family, too.
