Horse Care
How to estimate your horse's weight
Learn how to estimate your horse's weight using a weigh tape or body measurements, when to use a weighbridge, and why regular monitoring matters.
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Clear guidance for everyday horsekeeping.
Practical UK information for planning costs, care, forage, transport and life at the yard.
Horse Care
How often does a horse need the farrier?
Find out how often shod and barefoot horses usually need the farrier, what affects the interval and when to call sooner.
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How much water does a horse drink?
Find out how much water a horse typically drinks each day, what affects water intake and when a change in drinking can be a warning sign.
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Horse bedding types compared
Compare straw, shavings, wood pellets, hemp and other horse bedding types, including dust, absorbency, cost, waste and day-to-day management.
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