Long Term Needs
- Adequate shelter from weather and blankets/rugs if needed.
- Regular FWEC’s +/- deworming every 6 – 13 weeks (depending on product used).
- Regular vaccinations (immunity does not accumulate from years of regular vaccination).
- Regular exercise within the horse’s capability
- Constant supply of fresh, clean water.
- Offer good quality hay and a healthy balanced diet
- Stress free environment.
- Annual health exam by your veterinary surgeon, they may also check for lameness, laminitis and Cushing’s disease.
- Dental exams every 6 months by your vet or a qualified equine dental technician.
- Regular hoof trimming and shoeing.
- Daily grooming and examination of the feet, legs and body.
- Lots of TLC to reward your horse for the many years of loyal companionship!