In conclusion, horses will have an average lifespan of between 25-30 years. With the right care and attention, your horse can easily live beyond that average – provided it has no health conditions. Generally speaking, if you want a horse that lives longer than most, buy a pony. What age Read more…
Regular coke has far too much sugar and could cause the horse to get laminitis. Can you give Coke to horses? Regular Coke has far too much sugar and could cause the horse to get laminitis. What happens if you give a horse Coke? Even small quantities of cocaine–much less Read more…
Feeding honey to mature horses that don’t suffer from metabolic disorders and can, in fact, be helpful for enticing picky eaters or hiding medication in feed. However, keep amounts small to ensure that all sugar is fully absorbed in the small intestine. How much honey should I give my horse? Read more…
Make sure your saddle fits properly as your senior horse’s topline changes. Feed your horse a high quality diet that meets all their nutrient needs. Watch for early signs of cancer or Cushing’s syndrome for best treatment outcomes. Keep senior horses up-to-date on vaccines and deworming to prevent infection. What Read more…
Horses can live to their 30s, and even 40s, but it’s a real shocker when one makes it past 50. Shayne, a thoroughbred in the United Kingdom, has reached his 51st birthday and is still going strong, his owners said. Can a horse live 50 years? Lifespan of Horses. The Read more…
Safe horse treats include: Raisins. Sugar cubes. Pitted dates. Hay cubes. Apple pieces. Carrot pieces. Sunflower seeds (with or without shells) Peppermints. Can horses have sweets? Horses like to eat sweet treats, whether it be candy, fruits, or sweet grains. Some of their favorites include watermelon, apples, strawberries, bananas, and Read more…
Horse years to human years chart Human age Stage of life Horse age 85.5 years Elderly 30 years 93 years 33 years 100.5 years 36 years How old is 30 for a horse? Horse to Human Age Comparison Chart Horse Age Stage of Life Stage of Life 27 25%-/+ five Read more…
What is this? For most of our horses, we work with them six days a week but at different levels. I believe most horses learn better through repetition and regular handling, but this doesn’t mean they need strenuous work during each training period. Should you work your horse everyday? Plan Read more…
Without exercise, a horse will lose stamina and endurance and will have less resistance to illness and disease due to a compromised immune system. Exercise helps with mental health. Horses that are confined without the right kind of exercise opportunities suffer mentally. What happens when a horse doesn’t get enough Read more…
The bare minimum of time you can expect to devote to a horse is about 8 to 10 hours a week. If you’re doing more of the work, plan on blocking out 14 to 15 hours a week. How many times a week should you see your horse? If possible, Read more…