Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Don't Buy a Horse Until You Read This!

Horses need more than food, shelter and exercise.
There are many aspects to horse care that many
new horse owners are unaware of. because your
horse depends on you to provide for his well
being, you have to be prepared to do everything
you can to ensure your horse is healthy, happy
and taken care of properly.

Horses cannot be kept in a stable all day; they
need daily exercise and some time out as well.
Horses kept indoors all day are prone to
developing psychological problems and destructive
vices such as cribbing, weaving, wall kicking,
eating feces and tail chewing. Allowing your
horse some free time in a pasture will help him
to let off steam. By doing so he is less likely
to become sour or nappy. Letting your horse romp
and play also reduces the likelihood of him
acting up while you're on his back!

Proper husbandry results in a healthy and happy
horse. For your horse to thrive you must learn to
observe him closely and notice if anything seems
off with your horse. A responsible horse owner
always notices if something's not quite right
with their horse.

Make sure you provide your horse with the best
quality feed and hay you can afford. Supplements
are also important and your vet should be able to
advise you what to add to your horse's diet. Your
horse's dietary needs will change throughout his
life so make sure you research what your horse's
particular needs are. If your horse is boarded at
a professional facility the stable owner or
manager will be able to advise you.

Clean, hygienic bedding is another thing your
horse will need, just like you wouldn't want to
stand around in your own filth you shouldn't
expect your horse to. A dirty stable will result
in respiratory and hoof problems in your horse,
so make sure your horse's stable is cleaned on a
daily basis.

Your horse's teeth will need to be examined on a
regular basis especially as he gets older.
Horses' teeth become worn with time and problems
can develop and cause considerable pain resulting
in the horse being unable to eat or tolerate
having a bit in his mouth.

Your horse's feet also need regular attention.
Improperly fitting shoes can result in uneven
wear and tear which can lead to serious problems
such as corns and damage to the fetlocks. Hoof
problems can also result in back pain and
lameness.

Be prepared to spend a lot of money on vet bills.
Even if your horse never gets sick he will need
to be kept on a regular schedule of worming
medication and vaccines. Routine checkups are
also essential because early detection of
diseases or problems aides in a positive
prognosis.

Horses are social animals and as such they need
companionship. A horse that is kept alone will
become bored and may develop unwanted vices. The
best way to avoid this is to board your horse at
a reputable facility where the horse will find
companionship and care.

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Stal Amani is a top equestrian centre based in
Belgium within 2 hours drive of most of the top
jumping and dressage competitions in Europe. At
Stal Amani we specialise in training riders and
horses to compete in top level competition. Find
out more about training and stabling your horse
at Stal Amani by going to http://www.stalamani.com

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