They are typically easy to care for and their daily cost and the space they require is less than that of an average-sized horse. That said, a miniature horse does need all the same daily care that any horse would need in order to keep it healthy and happy. What Read more…
Miniature horses should not be housed alone. Ideally, you will have several miniature horses that can keep each other company. However, you can also use other animals as companion animals, such as donkeys, dogs, sheep, or goats. Miniature horses are social creatures, so they should never be kept alone. Do Read more…
Miniature Horses are very easy to overfeed due to their small size and metabolism, and as a result, many minis tend to be obese. Obesity in horses, whether large or small, can predispose to laminitis (founder), poor performance, and decreased reproductive efficiency. What causes founder in miniature horses? Insulin plays Read more…
Do Miniature Horses Get Along With Other Pets? In general, miniature horses get along great with other horses, dogs, cats, and livestock. Dogs can make especially good friends for minis, particularly if they have grown up together, and cats will even become fast friends with your horse. What is the Read more…
Feeding a miniature horse is similar to feeding a standard equine, in the sense that one size does not fit all. Most minis do well on a hay-only diet, but broodmares and working minis may require grain. Because obesity is a big problem for these tiny horses, limit the feeding Read more…
Horses are unique in that they can sleep standing up and do frequently. They doze and even reach a deeper sleep standing by locking their back legs for balance and relying on herd mates to take turns “keeping watch”. But horses also sleep lying down, especially in an environment that Read more…
25 to 35 years. Mini horses can live up to one-third longer than average horses. Their average lifespan ranges from 25 to 35 years, meaning they often live longer lives than their full-sized counterparts. What is the oldest miniature horse? FYI: Just like other horses, miniature horses come in a Read more…
An average miniature horse weighs 200 pounds and should receive at least 2 to 4 pounds of forage a day. Look for a fine, soft, leafy hay rather than a coarse, mature hay. Feed at least one-third to one-half of a flake of a good quality grass or alfalfa- grass Read more…
Necropsy costs range anywhere from $130-500 or more, depending on the lab and in-state/out-of-state status. Discuss your options with your veterinarian before ruling out a necropsy. What is the difference between necropsy and autopsy? Traditionally, the term “necropsy” has been used to refer to a post-mortem examination on an animal Read more…
Mini horses are known for having a sweet tooth—many horses enjoy apples and carrots, as well as soda, candy, and breakfast cereal. Although it is okay to indulge your horse every once and awhile, be sure not too give them too many treats! Are carrots good for mini horses? Horses Read more…