Good equine care not only relies on a bank of horse knowledge but also experience and razor-sharp instincts. One of our top tips for taking care of a horse is to cultivate the ability to read the often subtle signs horses give and adjust their care to give them what they need. This could cover anything from altering their horse’s feed to maintain optimum weight and energy levels to opting for the best blanket to keep their horse at just the right temperature.
It’s worth noting that I’m talking about a horse’s needs, not wants. I know plenty of horses who’ll noisily kick their stall door if there’s any chance that’ll get them a hoped-for treat! But while horses communicate some things extremely clearly, it can be much trickier to detect if a horse is in pain or discomfort, or if they would benefit from a different bit, or a new type of bedding in their stall… the list goes on.
