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HORSE CARE & WELLBEING
A well cared for horse is a happy, healthy and willing partner.
Good horsemanship begins with responsible care and respect.
THE FIVE BASIC NEEDS OF A HORSE
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&) GOOD FOOD & CLEAN 3) SAFE 4) GOOD © EXERCISE &
WATER SHELTER HEALTH COMPANIONSHIP
Provide clean, fresh Always provide Protect the horse from Regular health care, Regular exercise
feed and balanced clean, fresh water. extreme weather. vaccination, deworming keeps the horse fit.
nutrition according A horse needs The stable should be and dental care keep Horses are social
to the horse’s age, 25-40 litres of clean, well-ventilated the horse healthy animals and need
work and condition. water daily. and dry. and fit. companionship.
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DAILY CARE CHECKLIST SIGNS OF A HEALTHY HORSE
1. OBSERVE YOUR HORSE iv) Bright eyes and alert ears
Check your horse daily for signs of illness,
injury or discomfort. iv) Clean coat with natural shine
2. GROOMING iv) Good appetite and normal stool
Brush your horse’s body, mane and tail.
Clean the face and legs. iv) Clear breathing and strong heart rate
3. HOOVES iv} Active, energetic and responsive
Pick out the hooves and check for stones,
injuries or cracks. iv} Clean skin, no swelling or wounds
4. STABLE CLEANING a
. Strong hooves and normal movement
Remove manure and wet bedding. bs J
Keep the stable clean, dry and fresh.
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5. FEEDING
Feed at regular times. Provide clean hay A horse depends on you for its care.
and grains as per the ration plan. Your attention, time and kindness
7 oe. will build trust and a strong
6. WATER . partnership.
Check water buckets and refill with
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clean, fresh water.
7. EXERCISE IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Provide regular exercise according to ye Never leave a horse unattended in the stable area.
the horse’s age, fitness and workload. ye Do not feed horses without permission.
8. HEALTH CHECK ye Report any injury, illness or abnormal behavior
Check for any signs of swelling, heat, to the instructor immediately.
lameness, cough or abnormal behavior. * Keep the stable area clean, safe and quiet.
ye Respect the horse — it will respect you.