General Horse Care

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race horse

What Horses Need
Whether They are Barrel Racers
or Lawn Ornaments

Food
- 15-25 lbs. a day depending on size, temperment and work being done
- Free Choice of salt
- Good quality hay
- Grain mix or hay pellets
- Water - 5-10 gallons a day clean fresh and always available

Shelter
- 3 sided Shelter if living outside
- Box stall in barn with bedding cleaned daily

Horse Health Care
- Hoof care - trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks
- Deworming - regular program
- Dental Care - yearly
- Incoculations - consult a vet
- Exercise under saddle or daily turnout