The breed comes in an assortment of colors and stands between 28 and 42 inches tall at the withers. Keeping a Shetland pony is fairly similar to any other horse or pony—they require shelter, fresh water, forage, and possibly a concentrate for any vitamins or minerals they may be missing Read more…
Yes, you can feed your horse once a day as long as you make sure that the horses has enough feed. You will want to use a slow feeder or automatic feeder to ensure the feed lasts at least twelve hours if possible. What happens if you only feed a Read more…
“A horse can live for almost a month without food, but within a mere 48 hours without water a horse can begin to show signs of colic and can quickly develop an impaction, lethargy, and life-threatening sequelae. Can horses go all night without food? Because we like to think our Read more…
If your pony didn’t come with registration papers, you (or your vet) can often approximate their age by looking at their teeth. Pony lifespans are often longer than a horse. An average horse lives 25-30 years—ponies can live ten years longer. How long do ponies normally live? 25-30 yearsGenerally, the Read more…
Ponies might be smaller in stature than horses, but that doesn’t mean their purchase or upkeep costs are proportionally smaller. The cost of a good pony can be the same or higher than a horse. Expect prices for suitable first ponies to be about $1,000 and upwards. What is better Read more…
If you want your horse to graze in the pasture, you’ll need to provide at least two acres of well-managed land for a single horse, plus another acre for each additional horse. But if you want to feed your horses hay and only need space for them to exercise, you Read more…
A poor-quality forage or feed can house mycotoxins, dust, or mould—all of which can lead to health issues that could cause the animal to lose additional weight. Poor-quality feed and forage will also have lower levels of nutrients, which can easily result in deficiencies, especially if the horse is a Read more…
One of the easiest ways to change the mind of your stubborn horse is to distract him from the reason he’s balking. Giving him the command to back up, or pull backward on the reins or lead rope so his nose sinks toward his chest. This gets him moving, even Read more…
Thought provoking, tear jerking, challenging… This is a wonderful book for anyone ages 13 plus! What is a good age for a pony? Don’t get anything too young – perhaps no less than 10 years old. Some equestrian people might tell you that older ponies don’t hold their value, which Read more…
There’s nothing of concern in My Little Pony: A New Generation for children aged 8-13 years. There’s nothing of concern in My Little Pony: A New Generation for children aged over 13 years. How old do you need to be to watch My Little Pony? Parental guidance is recommended for Read more…