The quest for hay and the ever-increasing expense is the source of many a headache and anxiety attack for horse owners. In some parts of the world hay is downright scarce. So, if you’ve finally found a hay supplier for good quality horse hay (or made your own), you want to make sure your hay […]
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How And Why To Measure Your Horse’s Height (With Pictures)
Horse height can be somewhat confusing. Where do you measure to, and what is a hand anyway?
In this article, I’ll go over the reasons to know your horse’s height, how horse height is measured, and how to take the the most accurate measurement.
I’ll also answer some important questions about horse growth, and tell you what veterinary science has to say to some horse world myths.
How Much Does A Horse Weigh? (and how to weigh them)
How much does an average horse weigh? The average horse weight is about 1,000 pounds, or 450kg. Individual horses can weigh as little as 150lbs (miniature horses), or as much as 2,500lbs (Shire Horse). What factors impact a horse’s weight? Breed A horse’s weight has a lot to do with its breed, since different breeds […]
Square Hay Bales vs Round: What’s the Difference for Horses?
Horse owners have three choices when it comes to buying and feeding hay: small square hay bales, large round bales, and large square bales. All of the different bale types can be made up of any type of hay. You can find any of the three types containing alfalfa hay, bermudagrass hay, timothy hay, or […]
What Do You Need To Keep Horses At Home?
Every horse farm is different, and runs differently. So what do you really need to keep horses at home? I’ve compiled a list of things big and small you might need for your backyard farm. It’s not necessarily comprehensive, but everything you need to get started is included. There will likely be things you’ll find […]
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Bringing Horses Home
When I was first considering bringing my horse home and opening up my farm to boarders, I made sure to carefully plan everything I could. I thought about my property layout, things I would need, and a feed and manure management plan. I spoke to professionals and friends to get their advice and perspective. They […]